NEW DATE AND NEW TIME! When you are grieving the death of a loved one, the holiday season can be especially painful. GriefShare Surviving the Holidays helps participants prepare for the holidays and even discover hope for the future. Class will be held on Tuesday, November, 17 from 10:00-12:00pm at the Parish Center.

Let us lift up our prayers this month for vocations during the month of November, the month of vocations. Below are prayers for our priests and missionaries, along with a special prayer for vocations for each week of November—the month of Vocations. Please join our church family in praying these throughout the month, that God may hear our voice. A Prayer for Priests "The priesthood is the love of the heart of Jesus." - St. Jean Vianney Jesus Christ, Great High Priest, You are

November is a month to pray for the faithful departed and contemplate the body of Christ and the life of the world to come. Throughout the month of November, parishioners are invited to bring photos of your deceased loved ones to place on the table in the Narthex at each campus. You may also sign their names in the Book of Remembrance. We will pray for the repose of their souls throughout the month of November. Please remember to retrieve your photos on November 14-15th. P

Trivia Night Halloween Costume Party Friday | October 30, 2026 7:00pm St. Charles Borromeo Church, Tacoma Costume contest, trivia groups, food and candy! Please join us for an evening of fun and fellowship at St. Charles Borromeo Church. Please bring a bag of candy to share. Donations are welcome. For questions, contact youngadultfellowship@saintpats.org Please note: While Lower Columbia Catholic is glad to share this ministry with our community, it is organized and hosted

The Worldwide Marriage Encounter experience is primarily a space for you to pause, reflect, and reconnect privately. There are no group discussions. Over the course of the experience, three couples and a priest provide new tools, using examples from their own lives, to help couples work through common themes we can all relate to, such as: Exploring our personality styles Appreciating our differences Listening in a new way Communicating intimately Addressing difficult topics D

Retrouvaille is a peer-led Christian ministry (Catholic in origin, open to all faiths) designed to help couples in marital crisis. We are an entirely volunteer ministry made up of couples who have experienced our own marriage breakdown and recovery. Our programs begin twice yearly: in August and January. Deepen your connection with our comprehensive 3-phase program. 49 years of success. 95% of couples recommend. Testimonials We needed to refresh our marriage. I was looking fo

Join us for games and fun! November 6th from 3pm – 7pm Parish Center (701 26th Ave, Longview) Your entire family! (All ages) Bring YOUR Favorite Game or play one of Fr. Thompsons! Potluck Snacks & Drinks- Bring your favorite snacks or “snacky-dinner” to share! Let Fr. Thompson introduce you to a new world of games or bring your own!

A prison ministry was been launched out of Sacred Heart Parish in Lacey and it’s reach extends throughout the Archdiocese of Seattle. We understand that having a loved one who is incarcerated can be a difficult and lonely journey. You are not alone. The Families of Incarcerated ministry is here to offer you compassion, community, and support as you navigate this challenging time. Please consider contacting us by visiting our website to connect with our welcoming community whe

Support St. Rose School and the Knights of Longview by ordering your holiday wreaths, decorations, and fresh Oregon-grown greenery! You can also order red, pink, white or bi-color poinsettas! Check out the ordering link for all the beautiful options! Orders Due: November 1st Item Pickup: December 3rd at St. Rose School How to Order: Scan the QR code in the image or place your order online by clicking the button below. Thank you for supporting our school!

NEW DATE! St. Rose School is hosting this very relevant parent seminar on Wednesday, October 21st from 6:00pm-7:00pm. This seminar covers social media and online awareness. We hope to see you there!

Are you a young adult looking for ways to connect with other young Catholic adults? The Archdiocese of Seattle has a weekly digital newsletter highlighting events and groups around western Washington. They also have a website and social media!

We will have a special collection on October 17-18 for World Missions Sunday. This year, we joyfully celebrate 100 years since World Mission Sunday was established by Pope Pius XI. This anniversary commemorates a century of prayer, generosity and global mission. In his message for World Mission Sunday, Pope Leo XIV shares, “It is also worth remembering that, following a proposal from the Society of the Propagation of the Faith, Pius XI established World Mission Day in 1926. T

Ever struggle to keep up with the liturgical year, or wonder how to introduce these rich traditions to your children? Be sure to check the Liturgical Calendar pages in both English and Spanish! These pages share who and what the Church celebrates each month. This is an amazing resource from the Archdiocese of Seattle that is filled with resources and videos to keep you growing your faith all year long. The content updates on the first of every month, so be sure to bookmark th

Tools for Accompanying the Engaged and Newly-Married DATE CHANGE: December 12, 2026 This one-day workshop equips married couples to support and strengthen marriage and family ministries by serving as Mentor Couples. Discussion topics include: sharing the theology of marriage through your lived experiences, navigating challenging questions and conversations, how to use reference materials, interfaith marriage, and fruitful mentorship. There is no cost to attend and lunch is in

Join the Archdiocese of Seattle for Catholic Youth Convention 2026 Come together with hundreds of high school students across the Archdiocese of Seattle for this year’s Catholic Youth Convention at Saint Martin’s University in Lacey. This special day will help you grow in your relationship with Jesus, connect with other Catholic teens, and discover how you truly belong. Through inspiring speakers, live worship music, games, breakout sessions, Adoration and Mass with Bishop

Catholic Speed Dating - (Ages 30-49) Saturday | 7 p.m. | Holy Rosary Church, Edmonds Catholic young adults (NEW ages 30-49) are invited to attend Catholic Speed Dating! Please note: this is a Catholic event, not a season of The Bachelor. Tickets are $25 and include food and drinks. Attire is business casual. Follow us on Instagram for updates and announcements. For questions, please click here. Registration closes October 7th. Please note: While Lower Columbia Catholic is gla

3rd Annual Saints & Souls Women's Retreat with Dina Marie Hale of FAITH MOMENTS Our Theme: Sinners, Saints and the Holy Spirit at the Saint Benedict Guesthouse and Retreat Center Mount Angel Abbey, 1 Abbey Drive, Saint Benedict, Oregon 97373 October 30-November 1, 2026 or call 503-380-2575 An early start is offered on Friday, October 30 at 11am. Plan ahead to arrive early - take the day off from work if necessary to join us for the entire program. Friday includes: retreat

uando el ángel Gabriel se apareció a María para decirle que concebiría y daría a luz un hijo, María respondió con su fiat: "que se cumpla en mí lo que has dicho" (Lc 1, 38). María concibe a Cristo en su seno, y se convierte en la madre de Dios, la madre de Jesús. Jesús mismo nos dice que Él es “el Camino, la Verdad y la Vida” (Jn 14, 6). Al convertirse en la madre de Jesús, María se convierte en la madre de la vida. La aceptación de María en este momento imprevisto demuestra

Each October the Church in the United States celebrates Respect Life Month, and the first Sunday of October is observed as Respect Life Sunday. As Catholics, we are called to cherish, defend, and protect those who are most vulnerable, from the beginning of life to its end, and at every point in between. During the month of October, the Church asks us to reflect more deeply on the dignity of every human life. When the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary to tell her that she would c

Please join us at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Kelso, WA for the procession and rosary of the pilgrimage to Fatima Saturday, October 17th at 10am. There will be no Mass or benediction. “O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee" +Ave Maria