Second Sunday of Easter

The Archdiocese of Seattle is well into the second year of parish families, but many questions still surround the Partners in the Gospel strategic planning initiative and what the future holds. In the coming weeks, we will be including a series of FAQs as well as an update from our Parish Family Advisory Council (PFAC).

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Partners in the Gospel?

Many have heard the phrase “Partners in the Gospel,” but may not be sure what it really means. Partners in the Gospel is a major pastoral renewal effort across the Archdiocese of Seattle—a process to strengthen, renew, and re-energize parish life so that we can better live our mission as Catholics today. At its heart, this is not simply about structures or combining parishes. It is about renewal in Christ.

Over time, our archdiocese has experienced many changes—fewer priests, shifting populations, and new pastoral needs. Rather than simply maintaining what exists, the Church is asking a deeper question:

How can we become more vibrant, mission-focused communities that help people know and love Jesus Christ?

That is what Partners in the Gospel is all about. This effort invites every parish to:

• Renew its mission
• Strengthen its ministries
• Reach those who are not yet connected to the Church
• Become a more vibrant community of faith

As Archbishop Etienne has said, “the status quo is no longer an option.” This is not just a reorganization—it is a spiritual renewal led by the Holy Spirit.

2. Why are we doing this?

A natural question many are asking is: Why is this happening? The answer is both practical and deeply spiritual.

1. Changing Realities

Our Church today faces real challenges: fewer priests available to serve parishes; declining Mass attendance in some areas; and changing demographics and community needs. These realities make it difficult to sustain parish life as it has existed in the past.

2. A Call to Renewal

But this is not just about responding to challenges. It is about responding to Christ’s call. Partners in the Gospel is an opportunity to: deepen our relationship with Jesus; become missionary disciples; and share the Gospel more effectively.

3. A Mission-Focused Church

The goal is not simply survival—it is mission. We want parishes that are: spiritually alive; full of engaged parishioners; strong in worship and the sacraments; and active in outreach and evangelization.

In brief, this is about becoming the Church we are called to be.

Ministry Spotlight

Queen Anne Food Bank

The Queen Anne Food Bank is in need of immediate volunteer help. Folks are needed for the following positions:

• Wednesdays from 8AM to Noon (distributing meals to folks at the door)
• Wednesdays from 9AM-11AM (driving the food bank van to two Queen Anne grocery stores to pick up food)
• Thursdays from 9AM-11AM (driving the food bank van to two Queen Anne grocery stores to pick up food)
• Thursdays from 9AM-3PM (helping with the grocery distribution program)

If you are interested in volunteering please email Katie O’Neill at koneill@ccsww.org

or call (206)379-4365.

St. Martin Meal Program

Join the Meal Program!

Fatima Celebrates 20 Years of Ministry with the St. Martin de Porres Shelter

The schedule for April 14-September 29 (Tuesdays twice a month) is finished. If you are already on the team and didn’t receive a copy, please let us know.

If you would like to join our volunteer team to provide 10 “hearty protein” sandwiches + extras, we still need volunteers for July 7 and July 21; August 4 and August 18; September 1 and September 15.

For additional information or to be added to the schedule, contact

Sue (srpatneaude@comcast.net) and Teresa at (teresafiorini@comcast.net). If you are interested in driving the Fatima Parish bus to deliver meals on our scheduled Tuesdays, contact Jim (Jim@pikeplaceflowers.com).

St. Vincent de Paul Society

Please note that this weekend at St. Anne will be the Second Collection for St. Vincent de Paul. 

News from the St. Anne St. Vincent de Paul Society: In the latest issue of the Northwest Catholic Magazine, Archbishop Etienne provided a pastoral letter in which he discussed Charity–love of neighbor as one of the essential pillars of any Christian society. With your generosity, St Vincent de Paul members help neighbors with housing, food, and bedding.

Our group works in conjunction with other social service agencies and nonprofits to coordinate assistance to those in need. Recently we were asked to provide assistance to a disabled 30-year-old woman who had spent two years “on the streets.” The MystiCares program, along with the City of Seattle, provided housing for this person, but she needed furniture for her apartment. St. Vincent de Paul provided a bed and linens. The gratitude expressed by our neighbor is both humbling and inspiring.

Please join us for the St. Anne School Silver & Gold Disco Auction: A Boogie Wonderland.

Two events!

Friday, April 24th is FAMILY NIGHT

Cost: Free; Location: Banchero Hall

5:30PM Doors Open, Social Hour with Dinner/Drinks for Purchase

6:45PM Silent Auction Closes

There will be games and prizes.

Saturday, May 2nd is the ADULT DINNER & LIVE AUCTION

Cost: $200/ticket; Location: Banchero Hall

6:00PM Doors open, Cocktail Hour, Raffle, Almost Live

7:00PM Seated Dinner, Fund-It, Live Auction, Dessert Dash

9:30PM Dancing, DJ, Late Night Eats

Use this link to register for the Friday and Saturday night events!

Young Adults Upcoming Events

Wednesday, April 22: Faith Formation Talk

6:30 PM gathering, 7:00 PM Talk in St. Anne Narthex.

Join us for our monthly faith formation night. Fr. Kitema will give a talk at 7pm, followed by time for discussion. Arrive early to grab some refreshments and socialize.

Open Gym

Join other young adults for some gym time in Banchero. Fridays at 7:30 pm, April 10 and 17.

Vacation Bible School