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

  • Pope Francis meets 16-year old climate activist Greta Thunberg

    Nice article in the National Catholic Reporter entitled Two generations, one prophetic call for climate justice. Continue reading

  • Make the Pledge!

    Pope Francis has called us to sign the Laudato Si pledge. By signing the pledge, you are pledging to be part of the solution and that you will… • Pray for and with creation• Live more simply• Advocate to protect… Continue reading

  • Our Next Meeting Scheduled for Monday, April 15

    The second meeting of the Saint Francis of Assisi group will be held the evening of April 15 in the Admin Building at 7pm. We agreed at the last meeting that we would all strive to read Pope Francis’ encyclical… Continue reading