Alpha - Register now!
August 6, 2026

Register for Alpha now! Alpha is a program that is built to empower you in your faith. After sharing a meal, we will have the opportunity to participate in guided small group conversations on topics like, “How can I have faith?”, “How do I make the most of the rest of my life?”, and “Does God Heal Today?
If you haven’t had a conversation like this before, or you’re not where to turn, Alpha is for you. We hope to see you there!

On August 16, our Parish Family joyfully celebrated the Baptism of four children at St. Benedict Church. Congratulations to their parents and families! We warmly welcome these children into our Catholic faith and Parish Family. Please keep them and their families in your prayers as they continue their journey of faith.

Nineteen children had a wonderful time at Vacation Bible School learning about Mary and her special role in our faith. Through stories, activities, songs, and prayer, they discovered some of Mary’s apparitions around the world and the messages of faith, hope, and love she shared. Special thanks to Ms. Castillo and those who helped make this faith-filled experience for our kids possible!

In April 2019, St. Benedict Parish designated potential rebates from the Annual Catholic Appeal (ACA) for improvements to the front of the church. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the project was not completed, and the restricted funds remain unused. The St. Benedict Parish Finance Council proposes removing the restriction on these funds so they may be used to support parish operations. If you have any questions or concerns about this proposal, please contact Dani D’Amelio at ddamelio@parishfamily14.org by August 31, 2026. Thank you for your continued support of St. Benedict Parish and its ministries. —St. Benedict Parish Finance Council (Jeanie Drury, Shaughn Huck, Brian Beach, and Sherry Zane

Catholic Charities Eastern Washington has set up an emergency fund to help support the individuals, and families, impacted by the Spokane Complex wildfires in our region. Your donation will help our Emergency Response Team provide essential items to those impacted by this devasting fire. Click here to donate now .

We’re exploring the possibility of forming a Youth Group for our Parish Family, and we want to hear from you! Youth and parents are invited to complete our short survey and share their interests, ideas, and the types of activities they would enjoy. Your feedback will help us create a welcoming and meaningful group where young people can grow in faith, build friendships, serve others, and have fun together. Please take a few minutes to participate: bit.ly/PF14YGSurvey .

We have recently received reports that some parishioners have been targeted or victimized by scammers. Please be cautious of fraudulent texts or emails claiming to be from Fr. Parrish or any Parish Family staff. Fr. Parrish and our staff will never ask you to purchase gift cards, send money, or provide personal information by text or email. These messages are scams. If you receive a suspicious message, please do not respond or click any links. Call the Parish Office at 206-782-2810.

Introducing our new Parish Family website - www.pf14.org ! This is your one place to stay connected with everything happening across our Parish Family. Here you'll find Mass times, upcoming events, ministry opportunities, faith resources, news, and important announcements. Whether you're a longtime parishioner, new to our community, or just exploring the Catholic faith, we hope this website helps you stay informed, get involved, and feel at home. We invite you to visit often and grow with us as one Parish Family. Please note: The individual parish websites for St. Alphonsus, St. Benedict, and St. John will be retired in September. Going forward, www.pf14.org will serve as the primary website for our Parish Family.



