Saint Francis of Assisi Ministry

Welcome to the web site for the Saint Francis of Assisi ministry at Seattle Parish Family 14, made of the Seattle Archdiocese parishes of St John the Evangelist, St Benedict, and St Alphonsus, located in Seattle, Washington.

The Saint Francis of Assisi ministry brings together individuals who are concerned about the care for creation and climate change. We meet monthly and also are involved in actions and activities intended for the broader community. Our goal is to educate and inspire everyone towards action to care for our common home. Information about meetings and upcoming events is below.

News and Events

  • Monthly Saint Francis of Assisi Meetings

    (Usually) First Sunday of the month, 2-3:30 PM. Next Meeting: Sunday, Jan 4 from 2:00PM-3:30 PM Location: St John the Evangelist Admin Building, 106 N 79th Street. January 2026 Meeting Agenda Continuing discussion of event ideas for 2026. All parishioners… Continue reading

    Monthly Saint Francis of Assisi Meetings

  • North Seattle Sacred Salmon Pilgrimage

    North Seattle Catholic parishes and schools warmly invite people of all ages to participate in the North Seattle Sacred Salmon Pilgrimage. Event Details Pilgrimage Experience Participants will gather at Christ the King Church at 9:00 AM. The group will then… Continue reading

    North Seattle Sacred Salmon Pilgrimage

  • St. Benedict Neighborhood Cleanup, Sat Sep 20 from 10AM – Noon

    The Parish Family 14 Saint Francis of Assisi Ministry is planning a neighborhood cleanup to celebrate the Season of Creation on Saturday, September 20 from 10:00 AM-Noon. Adults and children are encouraged to join us as we pick up trash on the… Continue reading

    St. Benedict Neighborhood Cleanup, Sat Sep 20 from 10AM – Noon

  • The Climate Crisis and the Four Levels of Action

    As part of our Season of Creation set of events, we hosted a talk by Paul Litwin & Len Kannapell entitled The Climate Crisis and the Four Levels of Action on Sun, Sep 14 at 12:30 PM at the St.… Continue reading

    The Climate Crisis and the Four Levels of Action