This page lists upcoming events taking place in the St. Monica Church Community and around the Archdiocese of Seattle. For information on additional Catholics events, retreats, and programs in the greater Seattle area, we recommend checking out the Archdiocese of Seattle Event Webpage and the Sacred Heart Radio Event Webpage. If you have any questions about this page, please contact Tony Brooks, PA for Communication, 206-232-2900 x.131; tony@stmonicami.org.

Friday Evening Adoration

Eucharistic Adoration and Confessions are offered every Friday, 6PM-7PM! Come each week to spend time adoring the Blessed Sacrament with other parishioners! Start your weekend off right by allowing your heart to formed in the Sacred Heart of Christ, made present to us through the gift of the Most Holy Eucharist.

National Eucharistic Pilgrimage

The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage begins this Sunday, May 24. In honor of America’s 250th year, the 2026 National Eucharistic Pilgrimage will carry the theme One Nation Under God. One Nation Under God is not a slogan—it’s an invitation to realign our lives, communities, and country under the sovereignty of Christ. It’s a call to build unity through prayer, and to let Jesus, present in the Eucharist, renew and heal the heart of our country, one soul at a time. You’re invited to join, in person or in spirit, and offer prayers and sacrifices for the renewal of America. Learn more at the official pilgrimage website eucharisticpilgrimage.org. There you will find information on this year’s patron, St. Francis Xavier Cabrini, the first United States citizen to be canonized a saint, an interactive map of the pilgrimage route, and biographies of the young adult Perpetual Pilgrims who will be walking with our Lord in the Eucharist along the entire eastern seaboard of the United States! Our own High School Youth Minister, Sharon Phillips, was selected to be one of the Perpetual Pilgrims, and will serve as a Music Co-Lead for processions! Sharon will carry prayer intentions for the parish with her on this pilgrimage. Click here to submit your prayer intentions. Youth from Saint Monica and Sacred Heart helped to create posters to track Sharon’s journey, one of these maps is hanging in the main church vestibule. We will post updates throughout the pilgrimage and provide links to official coverage.

Pastoral Letter & Sacred Heart of Jesus Devotion

On June 11, the Bishops of United States will consecrate our entire nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. As we prepare for this occasion, we encourage you to read Archbishop Etienne’s new Pastoral Letter, which outlines the history and significance of the Sacred Heart devotion. Visit archseattle.org/sacredheart for this and much more!

St. Monica Adult Co-ed Softball

St. Monica Adult Co-ed softball team looking for players (ages 21-75). There will be 8 weekly games either Tuesdays or Thursdays, between June 9 and August 6. League Tournament will be held on August 15. The first practice will be held on Sunday, May 24 at 7PM and will usually be held each Sunday. For more info contact Paul Parietti through the parish office.

Who do we want to become?

At Masses on the weekend of April 18-19, 2026, members of our Parish Family Advisory Council presented a summary of the feedback collected from Saint Monica and Sacred Heart parishioners regarding the challenges and opportunities of our Parish Family. You can read the synthesis report by visiting the Partners page on our parish website stmonicami.org/Partners. As we moved into the "Who do we want to become?" stage of One Parish Planning, we held two community listening sessions on May 2 and 7.

In each session, the groups used three questions to explore the opportunities and challenges of our parish family while ensuring the vision for the parish family is aligned with the mission of the Church. If you weren't able to attend one of these sessions, we encourage you to share input on the questions by completing a simple survey form. Click here to access the survey online.

May flowers for Mary

May is the month dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Throughout the month, Catholics give special recognition and honor to her through various celebrations and devotions. At St. Monica, a statue of Mary will be displayed on the altar throughout the month of May. Parishioners are invited to bring flowers at any time of the month and leave them in front of the image. Vases will be provided and maintained until the end of May.

Annual Catholic Appeal

Thank you to everyone who has already made a gift or pledge towards our 2026 ACA campaign! The archdiocese has set our parish goal for the Annual Catholic Appeal as $188,297. Any additional funds will be returned to our parish as a rebate. Our ACA rebate will be used to welcome a FOCUS Parish Missionary to St. Monica beginning in the summer of 2027, and to help fund new energy efficient HVAC and window systems for the church and school. Thank you for your prayerful support of this campaign. You can make your gift securely and conveniently online at archseattle.org/GiveACA.

Annual Catholic Appeal 5-Year Overview for St. Monica Parish

In the table below we’ve provided a snapshot of our Annual Catholic Campaign history at St. Monica Parish (Parish ID: 94). Our parish and the archdiocese have been blessed with your generosity!

The Easter Season

Easter doesn’t end after Sunday. The Season of Easter lasts all the way until May 24, when the Church celebrates the Feast of Pentecost. The Archdiocese of Seattle has put together a webpage for Easter (archseattle.org/Easter) where they provide information on the Feasts and Solemnities of the Easter Season. This page also provides ideas for additional ways you can celebrate the joy of Easter in your daily life.

Women’s Retreat Invitation

Join the Mary and Elizabeth Ministry for their annual women’s retreat featuring Claire Dwyer and Fr. Dominic David, O.P. The retreat will kick off Friday evening. We will return to the UW Newman Center on Saturday for a full day together. We look forward to experiencing the Lord through the sacraments, prayer, adoration, and fellowship! Learn more and register at blessed-sacrament.org/retreat2026.

Women’s Retreat Invitation

St. Stephen the Martyr Church in Renton is hosting a Women’s Retreat on Saturday, June 6, from 8:30AM-3:30PM. The retreat will be led by Dr. Sarah Bartel, a dynamic speaker, retreat leader, writer, and pilgrimage guide for women. For more information and to register, please visit ststephenslife.com/womens-retreat.

Mass of Priestly Ordination

On Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 10AM, at St. James Cathedral, Deacon Simon Stehr will be ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Seattle, and Brother Deacon Damien-Joseph Rappuhn, OSB, will be ordained for the Benedictine community of St. Martin’s Abbey. With gratitude and joy, we join in prayer as these men are configured to Christ the High Priest through the laying on of hands and entrusted with the lifelong ministry of preaching, celebrating the sacraments, and shepherding God’s people. If you are unable to participate in person, please join the livestream: vimeo.com/event/5814253.

A Holy Hour for Vocations with Archbishop Paul D. Etienne, Deacon Simon Stehr, and Brother Deacon Damien-Joseph Rappuhn, OSB, will be held on Friday, June 5, at 6:30PM, at St. James Cathedral.

“Jesus is the perfect manifestation of God’s love, and through our anointing as priests, we are called to reflect and embody this love in our life and ministry.” — Archbishop Etienne 

For more information on priesthood in the Archdiocese of Seattle, visit www.seattlevocations.com.

Sacred Heart Consecration

As part of the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. bishops, including Archbishop Paul D. Etienne, will consecrate the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The consecration will be held on Thursday, June 11 which is the day before the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus on June 12. You will be able to watch the livestream of the consecration on Thursday, June 11, at 1PM Pacific Time on the USCCB’s YouTube channel: youtube.com/usccb. We entrust the future of our nation to the Most Sacred Heart of our Lord, Jesus Christ.

Father’s Day Novena

St. Monica and Sacred Heart's Father's Day Novena of Masses begins on Friday, June 12, and will continue through Saturday, June 20, the day before Father's Day. On each of the nine days of the novena, a Mass will be said at St. Monica for those fathers who's names are included in the novena. Please have all intentions submitted by Thursday, June 11. You can submit your intentions and stipend online by clicking here, or you can use the envelopes in the main vestibule, or stop by the parish office.

Mustard Seed Revival Hosted at Sacred Heart Bellevue

Join us on Saturday, June 13 at 6:30PM, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Bellevue for an evening of worship, healing, and restoration, as we invite the Holy Spirit to move among us and set us free from our chains. The evening will include praise and worship, Eucharistic adoration, healing prayer, Holy Spirit impartation, individual prayer ministry, and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The event is free, and registration is not required. All are welcome. More details at www.mustardseedkingdom.org.

PREPARES Luncheon

Please join Bishop Frank Schuster to hear heart-warming stories of how your support of PREPARES is blessing the lives of vulnerable children and families in parishes all across western Washington. This luncheon is complimentary and guests are asked to prayerfully consider a donation to PREPARES. Proceeds from the luncheon will support programs throughout Western Washington, including our parish sustainability grant. Register or host a table by visiting the event website: preparesforlife.org/june-luncheon-2026.

Vacation Bible Camp!

Online registration for Vacation Bible Camp is now open! This year’s theme is Snowball Mountain Challenge - come join us for a snowy winter sports adventure centered around Philippians 4:13 (I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me)!

Who: Preschool (potty-trained) thru rising 5th grade

When: June 22 - 26 from 8:45AM - 12:00PM

Where: St. Monica Campus

Click here to register your child. The deadline for registration is Monday, June 15.

With questions, please contact Melissa Stewart, PA for Faith Formation at faithforward@stmonicami.org or (206)232-2900 ext. 112.

Want to volunteer to help with Vacation Bible Camp? We’re looking for adults and teens to help on the wintery slopes. Click here for more information and to sign up.

Eucharistic Pilgrimage

Sharon Phillips, our High School Youth Minister, recently shared her exciting news of being a Perpetual Pilgrim with the National Eucharistic Congress. She will serve as a Music Co-Lead for processions, walking with our Lord in the Eucharist along the entire eastern seaboard of the United States. She will serve alongside 8 young adults who make up the team of Perpetual Pilgrims, and will have the opportunity to carry parish prayer intentions for the duration of the pilgrimage – click here to submit your prayer intentions.

All are invited to consider helping her meet her fundraising goal of $6000. Click here for a giving portal specifically for supporting the pilgrims.

Eucharistic Pilgrimage

In honor of America’s 250th year, the 2026 National Eucharistic Pilgrimage will carry the theme One Nation Under God. One Nation Under God is not a slogan—it’s an invitation to realign our lives, communities, and country under the sovereignty of Christ. It’s a call to build unity through prayer, and to let Jesus, present in the Eucharist, renew and heal the heart of our country, one soul at a time. You’re invited to join, in person or in spirit, and offer prayers and sacrifices for the renewal of America. Learn more at the official pilgrimage website eucharisticpilgrimage.org.

Steubenville Northwest Conference (HS Youth)

Join our HS 6:35 group at this summer’s Steubenville Northwest Conference from July 10-12 in Spokane! Hundreds of teens will gather from across the northwest to grow in faith, connection, prayer, and fellowship with the guidance of speakers like Sister Josephine Garrett, Chris Frank, and more! REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW! Click here for more info and registration.

Ignite NW Conference (HS Youth)

Join our HS 6:35 group at this summer’s Ignite NW Conference from July 22-26! Ignite NW invites young people into a deeper relationship with God and neighbor through sacred liturgy, authentic community, and faithful intellectual formation at an annual Catholic youth conference. Grounded in the truths about God, self, and nature, participants encounter the treasures of the Catholic Faith so that they are capable of confidently living the Gospel and critically engaging the world. Click here for more info and registration.

Lifeteen Summer Camp (MS Youth)

Join Kelsey, our middle school youth minister, on a week-long summer camp "where faith, fun, and unforgettable memories all collide. From messy games to powerful worship nights, every moment is designed to help teens feel seen, known, and loved - and to walk away with a faith that's stronger and a joy that lasts."

Space is limited! The application is open to current 6-8th graders, now through February 28th. Click here for more information and to apply!

Washington State Catholic Conference 

The Washington State Catholic Conference (WSCC) is the common voice of the Catholic Bishops of the Archdiocese of Seattle, the Diocese of Spokane, and the Diocese of Yakima. They encourage advocacy in public policy as we work together for the common good to create a society that recognizes the dignity of every human person. Visit wacatholics.org to learn more.

Feeling too ill for Mass?

The general obligation to attend Mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligation is excused for those who are ill or are homebound. If you are unable to attend Mass for valid reason, we encourage you to make use of our Mass Livestream which can be accessed on our Livestream page.

Knights of Columbus Meetings

Knights of Columbus want to invite all men of the Parish to join them at their Council meetings held on the first Monday of every month. The meetings are held at 6:30PM in the Parish Office dining room (accessed via the front office entrance). For more information, please visit the Knights of Columbus page.

Legion of Mary Meetings

The Legion of Mary group meets every Tuesday morning after the 7:45AM Mass in the St. Augustine Room. Legion of Mary is a world-wide movement of lay people, who propose making Faith the goal of their life in an effort to achieve personal sanctity. The virtue of Holiness in the life of the members of the Legion is promoted under the influence of Mary and the Holy Spirit. This becomes the source of inspiration for Legion work, which is under the direction of our Pastor, Fr. Nagel. He has asked the Legion to take Holy Communion to the homebound, providing the Real Presence of Jesus to them. For more information, please visit the Legion of Mary page.

Cooking for the Homeless

Every Tuesday, volunteers of the Friends of the Needy ministry meet at St. Monica’s kitchen at 10:30AM to cook a four-course hot dinner for later delivery. Want to volunteer? Come for an hour or the afternoon, every Tuesday or as often as you like. Experience the joyful camaraderie in the kitchen from preparing the ingredients to washing the dishes. For more information, please visit the Friends of the Needy page.

Rosary Makers

Rosary Makers is a wonderful group of people who get together every week on Wednesdays in the St. Augustine Room to make Rosaries for the Catholic missions. All are welcome to come and make rosaries or gather the materials to work at home. For more information, please contact the parish office.

Bringing Holy Communion to the Homebound

Every Wednesday morning immediately after the 7:45AM Mass, members of the Legion of Mary bring the Communion to homebound parishioners who are unable to attend Mass in person. If you or a loved one are physically unable to attend Mass and would like to receive Communion, please contact the parish office to receive more information on this ministry. 

Friends of the Needy Drivers

Is there anyone who would not help their brother or sister? Christ has said, “the less fortunate are our bothers and sisters”. We are in need of 5 more drivers to help feed the 12 different shelter and food banks that we now deliver food to from our most generous donor Metropolitan Market!

If you could spare just 2 or 3 hours once a month that would fulfill our obligation to feed the hungry. If you volunteer you can choose the day of the month that you would drive each month.