Standing with the Jewish Community

Mar 1, 2017 | Statements

The Church Council stands in solidarity with the local and national Jewish community and denounces acts of anti-Semitism. An attack on one because of their religion is an attack on all of us. We share two statements below, one from the Mercer Island Clergy Association... Read more...
Statement of Support for Immigrants and Refugees

Statement of Support for Immigrants and Refugees

Jan 26, 2017 | Statements

The Church Council of Greater Seattle decries the announcement of efforts by the new presidential administration to extend a “border wall,” ramp up enforcement, curtail applications for asylum and halt the granting of refugee status. These actions will lead to greater... Read more...
Agreement Reached for SHARE

Agreement Reached for SHARE

Sep 6, 2016 | News, Statements

The Church Council of Greater Seattle applauds the agreement reached between the City of Seattle, King County and SHARE, with the participation of Catholic Community Services, LIHI, Seattle City Councilmember Sally Bagshaw and the Church Council of Greater Seattle,... Read more...
In Grief and Solidarity with Orlando

In Grief and Solidarity with Orlando

Jun 24, 2016 | News, Statements

Jesus weeps at yet another attack of hatred and terror, on June 12 in Orlando, taking the lives of 49 victims in this horrific, murderous crime against the LGBTQ community.  More than 50 were injured, lives changed forever, recovering for years to come.  Loved ones,... Read more...