God calls by name, given a mission by Jesus Christ to be a faithful

sign, a realistic foretaste and an instrument of the Kingdom of God.

As Cathedral parishioners, we recognize our responsibility to show

leadership by example and to provide service to God’s people.”

My Dear Parishioners,

Here in mid-summer we again come to alert you to upcoming events to thank you for your example, support and prayers and to encourage you in your Faith –filled lives.

As you know, we had a great introduction to our Jubilee Year of Satin Paul, our parish patron, on Saturday evening, June 28^th with Bishop Sevilla celebrating the 5:30 p.m. evening Mass and our STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE serving and welcoming everyone to a delicious barbecue and reception prepared by Ned Walsh from 901 Pasta. It was a great kick off for our year-long observance and we look forward to many more events during this special year. A special thanks to Jo Shafer for providing the placards in the Assembly Place on the life and journeys of St. Paul. You will also find in this mailing one of the Updates on the life and writings of St. Paul.

What’s ahead for us?

First of all – our annual PARISH PICNIC takes place This Sunday at Eschbach Park. Beginning at 2:00 p.m. and lasting all afternoon your parish provides games, great food (hamburgers, hot dogs, etc.), beverages and utensils and opportunities to meet wonderful people who make up our parish community of Faith. What to bring? Last names: A - O: Salads or Ethnic foods Last names: P - Z: Desserts Singles: Finger Foods PLEASE COME AND JOIN US!! BRING YOUR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS!!
Don’t forget that August brings to us the annual Feast of Mary’s Assumption into heaven. A HOLYDAY, Masses will be celebrated on Thursday, August 14^th at 5:30 p.m. (anticipated) and on the feast itself at 7:00 a.m., 12:07 and 7:00 p.m. on Friday the 15^th.
Congratulations to James and Mary Klarich, who will renew their marriage vows on Saturday the 23^rd of August at the 5:30 p.m. Mass, celebrating their Silver (25^th) Anniversary. Congratulations to them and to all our married couples who have anniversaries this month!!
Our wonderful school begins in a few weeks, continuing the glorious tradition of quality Catholic education began by the Dominican Sisters of Tacoma way back in 1914, with the establishment of our parish. A new principal Berwin “Buck” Marsh will lead us through the new year and we are grateful to our staff and faculty and to all our parents and families who appreciate the value of such a treasure we have in our school. There are still a few openings in various grades. Give the school a call for information at 575-5604.
Before we write again, our Spanish speaking community will present another “KERMES” on Sunday, September 14^th following the 1:00 p.m. Mass on the parish grounds. Those of you who took time to join us for the past parties realize the fun and good food, fellowship and music that is a part of a KERMES. Plan to join us on that Sunday, September 14^th.
I will be gone for 10 days vacation from September 15 – 25, so please hold all calls during that time. Thank you!!

Again during the remaining days and weeks of summer, I hope you get the opportunity to “kick back,” relax and enjoy God’s beautiful creation. Keep praying for the intercession of St. Paul for continued blessings on our parish. Father Miguel joins me in continuous prayers for you and yours. May God bless and keep you.

In Christ,

Rev. Msgr. John A. Ecker

Pastor

P.S. On the reverse side is our annual parish financial report for your perusal. Thank you for helping us be good stewards of our gifts!!