Please welcome our newest chaplain of Frassati and the UW Newman Center.

We are excited to welcome back Fr. Nathaniel Maria. He was a student brother at the UW Newman Center for his pastoral year of formation. Ordained on May 30th of this year. We are blessed to have him start out his priestly ministry at the Newman Center.

Fr. Nathaniel Maria will celebrate the 10 AM mass on Sunday July 6th.

Following mass, Fr. Nathaniel Maria will offer first blessings.

Join us at the Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI) at South Lake Union. Since it is the first Thursday of the Month admission for MOHAI is free from 5PM to 8 PM. Feel free to get tickets here.

Optional: vespers at Blessed Sacrament at 5 PM with the Dominicans and then head to MOHAI.

Feel free to explore MOHAI anytime between 5PM to 8PM. Br. Antonio will also join us to learn more about Seattle before he heads back to St. Alberts.

Transformation not provided to MOHAI but if you need assistance getting to MOHAI feel free to ask frassati@uwnewman.edu

Join us as we say goodbye to Fr. Chrysostom before he begins a new chapter of campus ministry at Stanford University! After four wonderful years of leading Frassati Young Adults and serving our community, we’ll gather to send him off with a relaxed summer evening in the priory backyard—complete with BBQ, campfires, good company, and great conversation.

Fr. Chrysostom will celebrate the 5:30 PM Sunday Mass, and the farewell gathering will follow immediately after. (The priory backyard is located outside and adjacent to the south side of the church, where a wooden fence separates it from the walkway). All are welcome!

RSVP HERE

Similar to Theology on Tap, a Lumen event is when we host a young adult or outside speaker, but also chant night prayer together (called “Compline”) with the Dominican Friars. This is followed by our social, when we share a refreshing pint of beer or non-alcoholic drink. The topic and speaker for this date will be released in the future (usually at least 2 weeks beforehand)

This week, join us for a panel featuring Catholics who’ve had LGBTQ+ experiences as they share their perspectives on navigating this topic within the Catholic faith. We will explore how to foster honest, compassionate conversations about the Church’s teaching on gender and sexuality while respecting human dignity.

Pre-Selected Questions: What is the official Catholic Church’s teaching on SSA/GD?

How has this experience impacted your faith journey?

If there’s someone in my life who I think experiences SSA and is struggling with Church teaching, how do I walk (and talk) with them in faith?

Would this be any different for someone who isn’t a Catholic?

Can I direct someone who I think would benefit from being in this group to you all?

The speaker begins at 7pm sharp (plan to arrive a bit early) and the pub social ends at 10pm.

*** If you plan to leave before 10PM, you MUST park at UW parking lot N5 (5 min walk away), or else your car will be double parked in.

RSVP is not required

Join Seattle Catholic Dance Crew and Frassati Young Adults for a Country Dance Night! Young adults (ages 21–35) are invited to an evening of country swing and line dancing on Saturday, June 7th at 7:00 p.m. at St. Alphonsus Church in Seattle. Lessons provided by the Seattle Catholic Dance Crew! No experience required. Cowboy attire encouraged.

Join us for Frassati young adult "Mass and Dinner." If you're new to Frassati events, this is an ideal opportunity to connect with fellow Catholic young adults. We start with Sunday evening Mass at Blessed Sacrament Church, followed by dinner in the parish hall. Each month, a different group of young adults prepares the dinner, so if you're interested in becoming a part of the Mass and Dinner volunteer team or volunteering for one-time cooking, don't hesitate to reach out to a Frassati council member during the event.

RSVP for next month's M&D HERE. Make sure you're on the correct month's page before submitting your RSVP, as we only allow people to rsvp for the upcoming Mass & Dinner.

Similar to Theology on Tap, a Lumen event is when we host a young adult or outside speaker, but also chant night prayer together (called “Compline”) with the Dominican Friars. This is followed by our social, when we share a refreshing pint of beer or non-alcoholic drink.

This week, Conrad Reynoldson will give a talk entitled “Medieval Myth-conceptions: The Galileo Affair”. Was Galileo persecuted or prosecuted or both? The controversy surrounding Galileo has sparked intense debate for centuries. But how much of it is myth vs fact? Frassati’s own, Conrad Reynoldson will discuss the myths (or “myth-conceptions”) surrounding what happened to Galileo and help put everything into historical context.

The speaker begins at 7pm sharp (plan to arrive a bit early) and the pub social ends at 10pm.

*** If you plan to leave before 10PM, you MUST park at UW parking lot N5 (5 min walk away), or else your car will be double parked in.

RSVP is not required

Join us every second Saturday of the month at UW Newman for a beautiful evening of worship and fellowship! The night features:

✨ Eucharistic Adoration
✨ Praise and Worship Music
✨ Moments of Silence for Personal Prayer
✨ Confession
✨ Prayer Teams

Afterward, stick around for a social gathering with food and drinks —a great chance to connect with other young adults from the undergraduate and Frassati communities! Adoration begins at 7PM and ends at 8:30PM, followed by the social. If you want to go to the prayer team, be sure to arrive early, or else you might miss your chance.

If you wish to leave before 10pm, consider parking at the back end of N5 (LINK) and taking the walking trail, a mere 4 min walk to Newman. It is free from noon onwards on Saturdays (and all day Sunday) and would really help our parking situation.

What are Prayer Teams?
During the evening, you’ll have the option to meet with a prayer team—two or three people you can meet in a private space—if you’d like prayer for any specific intention. Whether you’re seeking encouragement, healing (physical or spiritual), a word from God, or a fresh renewal of the Holy Spirit, the team is there to support you in prayer. These short 10-minute sessions have been a powerful experience for many!

We look forward to seeing you there! 🙏

RSVP & MORE INFO HERE

Join us for a beautiful hike at Denny Creek. Get ready for old-growth forest and coniferous trees, followed by a view of Snowshoe Falls. Fr. Chrysostom will be celebrating Mass for us at the top and we will eat lunch before heading back to the trailhead.

We will meet at the trailhead at 8AM (recommended 7AM departure time from Seattle) and be back in Seattle around 4PM.

Details

This is a moderate hike. It is 6.0 miles round trip with1,345 feet of elevation gain.

RSVP & MORE INFO HERE

Similar to Theology on Tap, a Lumen event is when we host a young adult or outside speaker, but also chant night prayer together (called “Compline”) with the Dominican Friars. This is followed by our social, when we share a refreshing pint of beer or non-alcoholic drink (though this week, we the social will be held at a nearby pub afterwards).

This week’s Lumen will be … “Stewardship: A Disciple’s Response”

Stewardship is more than just giving to the Church—it’s a personal and spiritual response to God’s invitation. But how do we discern how and how much we are called to give? This talk will explore the biblical roots of stewardship, its spiritual significance in the life of a disciple, and practical ways ordinary Catholics can approach this call with intention and freedom. The evening will begin with a prayer on stewardship led by Gizelle Gando, Associate Director of Frassati, followed by a talk from Chris Hanzeli that weaves together Scripture, Church teaching, and engaging real-life stories to help us better understand what stewardship can look like in our daily lives.About the Speaker: Chris Hanzeli is a former UW Newman Peer Minister, a father of four, and a parishioner at Blessed Sacrament. He holds a Master’s in Philanthropy and Development from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota, previously served at the Newman Center for six years, and has worked with the Western Dominican Province for the past eleven years.

The speaker begins at 7pm sharp (plan to arrive a bit early). After the compline we will head to a pub outside of Newman. Due to wine tasting we be in chapel for the talk and compline.

*** If you plan to leave before 10PM, you MUST park at UW parking lot N5 (5 min walk away), or else your car will be double parked in.

RSVP is not required

Join us for Frassati young adult "Mass and Dinner." If you're new to Frassati events, this is an ideal opportunity to connect with fellow Catholic young adults. We start with Sunday evening Mass at Blessed Sacrament Church, followed by dinner in the parish hall. Each month, a different group of young adults prepares the dinner, so if you're interested in becoming a part of the Mass and Dinner volunteer team or volunteering for one-time cooking, don't hesitate to reach out to a Frassati council member during the event.

RSVP for next month's M&D HERE. Make sure you're on the correct month's page before submitting your RSVP, as we only allow people to rsvp for the upcoming Mass & Dinner.

Help tidy up and beautify our beloved Newman Center! This one day of service saves Newman the tremendous cost of hiring a landscaping contractor and is like giving the center a $15-20,000 donation! To get everything done, we would need about 20 people, so ask your friends! 

Let us know you’re coming, by rsvp-ing HERE

Try to bring your own gloves (though we have spare ones to lend), water bottle, hat, & sunscreen. Also, try to wear pants due to thorns, and maybe even a spare pair to change into in case you do some pressure washing.

Tasks: trim hedges, remove leaves, weed, pressure wash. If we have the numbers ... transplant a few trees, remove dead cedars, plant new trees, trim other trees, mulch flower beds, & pressure wash.

9:00 am Coffee & Pastries Available 

9:30 am Orientation & Job Assignment 

~ 12:30pm Free Lunch (Probably Pizza)

1:30pm Afternoon Shift 

4:00. End

Come for either the morning, afternoon, or both. We’ll have coffee and pastries in the morning to much on at your leisure, and a delicious free lunch (we’ll take a survey around 11am to see what people would like, but either nice sandwiches, or pizza, or both). 

PS. Please avoid parking at Newman since we will be doing leaf removal there. Parking Lot N5 is only a 5 min walk away. 

⚾ Frassati Pick-Up Softball Night! ⚾
When: Thursday, May 1 | 6:30–8:30 PM
Where: View Ridge Playfield (4408 NE 70th St, Seattle). GOOGLE MAP LINK

Join the Frassati Young Adults for an evening of sunshine, community, and casual pick-up softball! Whether you're a seasoned slugger or just here for the vibes, all skill levels are welcome. Bring a glove if you’ve got one, and come ready to have fun! We will go to the diamond not in use, so just look for us.

No RSVP Needed

Similar to Theology on Tap, a Lumen event is when we host a young adult or outside speaker, but also chant night prayer together (called “Compline”) with the Dominican Friars. This is followed by our social, when we share a refreshing pint of beer or non-alcoholic drink. The topic and speaker for this date will be released in the future (usually at least 2 weeks beforehand)

The speaker begins at 7pm sharp (plan to arrive a bit early) and the pub social ends at 10pm.

*** If you plan to leave before 10PM, you MUST park at UW parking lot N5 (5 min walk away), or else your car will be double parked in.

RSVP is not required

There are plenty ways to celebrate Easter Sunday by attending Mass.

UW Newman Center - Easter Mass

10:00 AM

5:00 PM

7:00 PM

9:00 PM

Blessed Sacrament - Easter Mass

7:30 AM

9:00 AM

12:00 PM Noon

5:30 PM

There are plenty ways to pray on Easter Vigil.

Blessed Sacrament

8:00 AM - Tenebrae 

8:30 PM - Easter Vigil Mass of the Lord’s Resurrection

UW Newman Center

9:00 PM - Easter Vigil Mass of the Lord’s Resurrection

There are plenty ways to pray on this holy Good Friday.

UW Newman Center

11:00 AM - Stations of the Cross on Campus (starts at Newman)

7:00 PM - Solemn Celebration of the Lord’s Passion

Blessed Sacrament

8:00 AM - Tenebrae 

12:00 Noon to 3:00 PM - Tre Ore (Three Hours) 

Medications on the Last Words of Christ with the Sacrament of Reconciliation

7:30 PM - Solemn Celebration of the Lord’s Passion

Join Frassati as we journey to seven churches and their altars of repose on the evening of Holy Thursday. The seven churches signify seven locations Jesus traveled to before he was finally taken to his Passion.

1. The Lord Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane

2. Jesus is Taken to the House of Annas

3. Jesus is Taken to the House of Caiaphas

4. Jesus is Taken to Pontius Pilate

5. Jesus is Taken Before Herod

6. Jesus is Return to Pilate

7. Jesus is Taken to His Passion

Prayer that we will use: https://www.frassatiseattle.org/7churchesprayer

We will travel to the seven churches via car. Please arrange your own ride— if you do not have a car please email frassati@uwnewman.org and we will see if it is possible for you to carpool with others. We will pray before leaving the Newman Center and before entering each of the following churches. You are welcome to join us for the whole pilgrimage or a part of it.

Map: http://frassatiseattle.org/7churches/map2025

Tentative Schedule:

• Attend Mass at Newman at 7:00 PM

• Leave Newman at 8:30 PM

• 7-12 min drive 

• Our Lady of the Lake - 8:50-9:05 PM

• 8-10 min drive 

• St. Matthew - 9:20-9:35 PM

• 9-14 min drive

• Christ the King - 9:50- 10:05 PM

• 6-8 min drive 

• St. John - 10:15 - 10:30pm 

• 12-18 min drive on I-5, 16-26 min on Aurora

• St. James Cathedral - 11:00 - 11:15 PM

• 7-9 min drive 

• Blessed Sacrament Parish - 11:30-midnight

This is a tentative schedule, if you would like to know our location please text Gizelle or a fellow pillgram.

Join us every second Saturday of the month at UW Newman for a beautiful evening of worship and fellowship! The night features:

✨ Eucharistic Adoration
✨ Praise and Worship Music
✨ Moments of Silence for Personal Prayer
✨ Confession
✨ Prayer Teams

Afterward, stick around for a social gathering with food and drinks —a great chance to connect with other young adults from the undergraduate and Frassati communities! Adoration begins at 7PM and ends at 8:30PM, followed by the social. If you want to go to the prayer team, be sure to arrive early, or else you might miss your chance.

If you wish to leave before 10pm, consider parking at the back end of N5 (LINK) and taking the walking trail, a mere 4 min walk to Newman. It is free from noon onwards on Saturdays (and all day Sunday) and would really help our parking situation.

What are Prayer Teams?
During the evening, you’ll have the option to meet with a prayer team—two or three people you can meet in a private space—if you’d like prayer for any specific intention. Whether you’re seeking encouragement, healing (physical or spiritual), a word from God, or a fresh renewal of the Holy Spirit, the team is there to support you in prayer. These short 10-minute sessions have been a powerful experience for many!

We look forward to seeing you there! 🙏

More details & RSVP: https://forms.gle/azaJKxSbwVKRcA1H7

Join Frassati for a beautiful hike through waterfalls on Saturday, April 12th! Spring is the perfect time to see these waterfalls! Seattle Spring rain helps them flow at full force. Little Mashel Falls (pronounced “Michelle”) will be an easy to moderate hike. It will be an out and back 5 mile hike with 500 ft total elevation gain. Fr. Chrysostom will celebrate Mass at the falls and we will eat lunch before heading back to the cars. It is known to be muddy so be ready with rain gear and good hiking shoes! This hike is nestled in the cute historic town of Eatonville, located in the foothills of Mt. Rainier. There will be a little excursion to the town for a meal before heading home!
(The group size may be limited to 12 per forest rules, but we are requesting an exemption and is TBD).

We will meet at the trailhead at 9:00am (recommended 7:30am departure time from Seattle) and be back in Seattle around 5:00pm.

Schedule:

We will meet at the trailhead at 9:00am (recommended 7:30am departure time from Seattle) and be back in Seattle around 5:00pm.

What to Bring

Water (minimum 1L)
Snacks and lunch
Hiking shoes or runners
Layers: shirt (not cotton), additional layers, rain shell
Appropriate pants (not jeans)

Wool socks
Hat
Gloves
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Trekking poles (optional)

Carpooling, & Trail info, more details & RSVP: https://forms.gle/azaJKxSbwVKRcA1H7

https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/little-mashel-falls

Similar to Theology on Tap, a Lumen event is when we host a young adult or outside speaker, but also chant night prayer together (called “Compline”) with the Dominican Friars. This is followed by our social, when we share a refreshing pint of beer or non-alcoholic drink.

This week we will hear from the Executive Director of Next Step: The Sacredness of Human Life: Next Step Pregnancy Services Forging Better Outcomes of Those We Serve.

“Since the first century the church has affirmed the moral evil of every procured abortion. This teaching has not changed and is not changeable. (CC 2271) - The distraction lies in the idea that it is not the start of life that renders it sacred but that its being life itself does that. Please join us for a presentation on how organizations like Next Step stand in the gap between what is certain and what is mercurial in today's society.”

The speaker begins at 7pm sharp (plan to arrive a bit early) and the pub social ends at 10pm.

*** If you plan to leave before 10PM, you MUST park at UW parking lot N5 (5 min walk away), or else your car will be double parked in.

RSVP is not required

Join us for Frassati young adult "Mass and Dinner." If you're new to Frassati events, this is an ideal opportunity to connect with fellow Catholic young adults. We start with Sunday evening Mass at Blessed Sacrament Church, followed by dinner in the parish hall. Each month, a different group of young adults prepares the dinner, so if you're interested in becoming a part of the Mass and Dinner volunteer team or volunteering for one-time cooking, don't hesitate to reach out to a Frassati council member during the event.

RSVP for next month's M&D HERE. Make sure you're on the correct month's page before submitting your RSVP, as we only allow people to rsvp for the upcoming Mass & Dinner.

Join Frassati for a free evening at the Burke Museum! Explore fascinating exhibits on dinosaurs, Indigenous cultures, and the natural world. This is part of the museum’s Free First Thursday Series, so there’s no cost to attend. Whether you’re into fossils, anthropology, or just looking for a fun evening with fellow young adults, this is a great chance to dive into discovery!

PLAN:

🕕 Time: Meet at 6:00 PM at Newman Center OR at 6:15 PM at the Burke Museum doors
📍 Location: Burke Museum of Natural History & Culture
🚶‍♂️ Getting There: Park at Newman or take transit. We’ll walk over together from Newman at 6:00 PM!
🏛️ 6:15-8:00 PM: Explore the museum! (It typically takes 1.5-2 hours to see everything.)
🍦After 8:00 PM: Head over to Sweet Alchemy for ice cream and fellowship!

HOW TO GET TICKETS:

🎟 Reserve your free ticket online in advance as soon as possible! Tickets are limited and may run out.
❗Choose the 6:00 PM ticket—or if it's unavailable, the 6:20 PM ticket works too.
❗ You must arrive within 30 minutes of your ticket time to be admitted.
❗RSVP HERE so we know you’re coming, (but not necessary).

Reserve your ticket here: Burke Museum Free First Thursday

Bring a friend who’s never been to a Frassati event!

More details & RSVP: https://forms.gle/3E63PmFKXCzXfS7r9

Join us for a beautiful snowshoe excursion to Artist Point on Saturday, March 29th. Snowshoeing Artist Point has historically been an annual trip with Frassati and we're excited to continue this tradition in 2025!

We will be joined by Dominican sisters from Bremerton and Vancouver. Weather permitting, Fr. Chrysostom will be celebrating Mass for us at the top.

We will meet at the trailhead at 10:00 am (recommended 7:00 am departure time from Seattle) and be back in Seattle around 6:00 pm. *NEW THIS YEAR*: We plan to have a tailgate at the parking lot after snowshoeing. Hotdogs, chips, and refreshments will be provided.

More details & RSVP: https://forms.gle/3E63PmFKXCzXfS7r9