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

  • The Light Won’t Dim

    The Saint Francis of Assisi ministry is hosting a viewing and discussion of the documentary, The Light Won’t Dim on Tuesday, February 17 from 6:30-7:30 PM at the St. John Parish Admin building.  The Light Won’t Dim is a 30-minute documentary exploring the promise and… Continue reading

    The Light Won’t Dim

  • Monthly Saint Francis of Assisi Meetings

    (Usually) First Sunday of the month, 2-3:30 PM. Next Meeting: Sunday, Feb 1 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

  • Most Common Source of Plastic Waste: Cigarettes

    What’s the most common form of plastic pollution in the world? Straws, industrial waste, plastic bags? No, according to an article in earthday.org: Cigarette butts are actually the most abundant form of plastic waste in the world, with about 4.5… Continue reading

  • Dark Clouds Over a Closed World

    Last week I introduced Pope Francis’ new encyclical, Fratelli Tutti, which in English means “we are all brothers and sisters.” In the next few weeks, I would like to share with you more of this important and timely document. Today,… Continue reading

  • Fratelli Tutti

    On Sunday, October 4th, the feast day of Saint Francis of Assissi, Pope Francis released a brand new encyclical, Fratelli Tutti, which means in English “we are all brothers and sisters.” Pope Francis’ third encyclical begins: “FRATELLI TUTTI”. With these… Continue reading