November 11, 2024 | Vol. 6 No. 46 CHANCERY TO PARISH COMMUNICATIONS C2P - Weekly Parish Newsletter
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NEW THIS WEEK
Holy day of obligation clarification
Monday, Dec. 9
The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception is a holy day of obligation. In light of a new and recent directive from the Holy See, it will be observed on Monday, Dec. 9, this year. Learn more
Make sure you are verified to receive donations and that your Giving Tuesday profile has been updated by Nov. 15. Consider sending an email to parishioners and including a save the date in your bulletin. For more ideas on promoting Giving Tuesday, use the #iGiveCatholic toolkit.
Please take the necessary steps to winterize your facilities including clearing gutters, downspouts, sidewalks and drains. Have snow/ice melt on hand, make sure heat is left on in buildings, exterior faucets are turned off and covered. Make arrangements with a snow removal company in advance for services.
Manager's training: Salary to hourly employee transition
Please share with your parish and school managerial staff. Nov. 20 | 3:30 p.m. | Virtual
Join Matt and Courtney from the HR team to discuss conversation points and tips for transitioning employees from hourly to salary. Come with questions and leave with tools. Teams link
Rite of Election 2025: Updated schedule and info packet
The schedule has been updated for the Rite of Election 2025. We have put together a calendar for pastors and Christian initiation ministers as well as a full information packet. Enrollment forms need to be returned to Jennifer Day by Jan. 31. Resources/forms
The "We Never Sleep" ethical concern hotline brochures are now back in stock in both English and Spanish. If your parish or school needs to restock, please write to HumanResources@seattlearch.org. Let us know the number needed, language version and return mailing address and we will get these out as soon as possible.
View this month's newsletter for exciting announcements! Have a look at upcoming events and share your feedback. If you are not currently receiving youth ministry newsletters by email, please subscribe here.
Read important stewardship updates, includinginformation about Stewardship of Treasure Follow-up/Ask 1 this weekend, tasks and resources for this week by clicking here.
Nov. 15-16 | Various times | St. Stephen the Martyr Church, Renton
The Black Catholic Advisory Circle Conference is this weekend, Nov. 15-16, at St. Stephen the Martyr Church in Renton. Featuring keynote speaker Cardinal Wilton Gregory. Learn more/register | Promotional assets
Retiro de Adviento: A retreat for Hispanic young adults
Please share with your Hispanic community. Nov. 23-24 | Various times | The Chancery, 910 Marion St., Seattle
The Young Adult Ministry is hosting a Hispanic Advent Retreat Nov. 23-24 on campus at the Archdiocese of Seattle. Learn more/register | Promotional asset
Please share with your parish and school community. All are welcome. Dec. 5 | 10-11 a.m. | Virtual
Please join us for a virtual presentation with Father Justin Ryan on the important topic of seminarian formation. The Crozier Society will share what is being done about vocations in the Archdiocese of Seattle and what's needed moving forward. Learn more | Promotional assets
Dec. 14 | 11 a.m.-noon | St. James Cathedral
Join Archbishop Etienne and Catholics from around the archdiocese for this festive, colorful and prayerful Advent celebration. This Filipino tradition ushers in Simbang Gabi, a novena of nine Masses meant to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary. Learn more | Promotional assets: English | Spanish
FEATURED JOBS OF THE WEEK
The Archdiocese of Seattle has a number of open positions at parishes, schools, camps, the Retreat Center and the Chancery. Are you or someone you know interested in putting your gifts and talents to work for the archdiocese? View the jobs listed below as well as all open positions here. Please share with your parish and school community.
Director of Pastoral Care & Outreach
We are looking for a Director of Pastoral Care & Outreach to join the Pastoral Care & Outreach team. This role is responsible for managing, coordinating and implementing several distinct pastoral care ministries for the Archdiocese of Seattle. Learn more and apply today.
Tribunal Assistant & Ecclesiastical Notary
We are looking for an Assistant and Ecclesiastical Notary to join the Tribunal team. This role is responsible for providing administrative support and assistance to the Tribunal and assists in the instruction of all types of marriage cases. Learn more and apply today.
Our Lady of Guadalupe and Simbang Gabi: Invitation to clergy to concelebrate Mass
Please share with your parish and school community. OLG: Dec. 7 | 12:10 p.m.
Simbang Gabi: Dec. 14 | 11 a.m.
Location for both Masses is at St. James Cathedral. Please RSVP by Nov. 25. View invitation
Nov. 21 | 6 p.m. | Immaculate Conception Church, Seattle
Join Archbishop Etienne for a Healing Mass for those affected by abuse. Event details | Promotional assets: English | Spanish
