Location: UW Newman Center

Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026

Time: 7pm to 8pm

Come join Frassati Loves Seattle for our monthly event! We'll be working together to make sandwiches for St. Francis House of Seattle (https://www.stfrancishouseseattle.org) at the Newman Center. The organization cares for the working poor/ homeless by a variety of activities, one of which is free sandwiches. Our goal will be to make 400 sandwiches!! If you are able, feel free to bring bread, lunch meats, and/or cheese! There will be enough supplies to make 200 sandwiches. Last month we made, 310+ sandwiches!

Come ready to connect with other Frassati volunteers, give back to your community, and create yummy food! Thank you for sharing your time and talents with others! 

Feel free to RSVP so we know how many are coming! https://forms.gle/GAViePPucrK7ZSY56 

LOCATION CHANGE: RAVENNA BREWING CO. 5408 26th AVE NE

The St. Joseph Association is a new group formed by Fr. Nathaniel Maria. Meeting the last Saturday of the month at 2pm, this group will join in prayer, listen to a talk, and then share in fraternity. Open to undergrads and grads/young professionals.

Next meeting date: 5/30

Questions: frnathaniel@uwnewman.org

“Waves of Grace - Reaching Souls Through Catholic Radio” presented by Ron Belter, President and General Manager of Sacred Heart Radio.

In college he met his wife, Bernadette, and after witnessing the love and joy of the Catholic faith through her and her 13 siblings, Ron converted.

He started by buying a nightly hour of radio airtime to air Catholic Answers. That small act of faith eventually led to the purchase of AM1050 and now, 25 years later Sacred Heart Radio has grown to 12 stations reaching 5 million listeners in Washington state in addition to a station in Kodiak, Alaska.

Similar to Theology on Tap, a Lumen event is when we host a young adult or outside speaker, but then 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 speaker begins at 7pm sharp (plan to arrive a bit early) and the 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 

4/18, 7pm, Newman Center: Please join us for a Prayer Vigil for our beloved Frassati member Hannah Takemori, who passed away last week. Hannah was active in the ministry, a sacristan at Blessed Sacrament, and a teacher at St. Monica’s on Mercer Island. We will miss her kindness and thoughtfulness and we are grateful for the life she shared with us. We will have the prayer vigil at the Newman Center at 7pm on Saturday, April 18th. Please pray for her and her family. If you need any support during this time, please contact Fr. Marcin or Fr. Nathaniel.

Please park at the N5 lot on UW campus or elsewhere- parking at the Newman Center will be limited.

Join us for Frassati Clamming Day in Puget Sound on April 18th, 2026! Whether you’re a big fan of clams or shellfish agnostic, clamming is a great way to connect with nature and take advantage of the bountiful Washington seashore. We will meet at 9:10 AM in the Blessed Sacrament parking lot and depart shortly thereafter. Due to the extremely limited parking at our destination (<25 cars), carpooling is highly recommended for this event.

We will be heading a little over an hour away to WDFW North Bay Clamming Access on the shore of the Case Inlet. Low tide is at 12:19 PM. We will dig for manilla and native littleneck clams, scrounge around for some fresh oysters, lounge on the beach, and have a picnic! Planned departure will be around 2 PM.

This is a great event if you are just joining Frassati or new to the PNW. We can’t wait to clam with you!

Details

***A fishing license must be purchased in advance.***

Please be aware that clamming is regulated by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

• Daily limit is up to 40 clams per licensed person, not to exceed 10 pounds in the shell.

• Clams must be a minimum size of 1½" across to harvest.

SIGN UP HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe1sXnrppbC0txJxBoMpXflffCPnKuBme1xQ1n_4svXptdU-Q/viewform

Join us for the April Mass & Dinner!
Please RSVP by Wednesday, April 8th to ensure we have sufficient food for the Sunday, April 12th 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 5:30 PM 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 or email Frassati@UWNewman.org.

RSVP Here: https://frassatiseattle.org/rsvp/MassAndDinner

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.

CANCELLED

Our scheduled 4/9 Lumen event has been cancelled.

Stay tuned for more details about our future Lumen events!

Similar to Theology on Tap, a Lumen event is when we host a young adult or outside speaker, but then 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 speaker begins at 7pm sharp (plan to arrive a bit early) and the 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 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. Please keep a prayerful silence as we move from church to church.

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 any part of it.

Map: https://www.frassatiseattle.org/7churches/map2026

Tentative Schedule:

FIRST VISIT: The Lord Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane

• Attend Mass at UW Newman Center at 7:00 PM

• 8:40 PM Pray outside the front door of the UW Newman Center and then

SECOND VISIT: Jesus is Taken to the House of Annas

• 8:50 PM Prayer in front of St. Catherine of Siena (814 NE 85th St, Seattle, WA 98115 ) begins

  • Meet by the St. Catherine of Siena Parking lot

• 9:00 PM Depart from St. Catherine of Siena

THIRD VISIT: Jesus is Taken to the House of Caiaphas

• 9:20 PM Prayer in front of St. Mark (18050 15th Pl NE, Shoreline, WA 98155 ) begins

  • Meet by the front doors of St. Mark

• 9:30 PM Depart from St. Mark

FOURTH VISIT: Jesus is Taken to Pontius Pilate

• 9:50 PM Prayer in front of St. Luke (322 N 175th St, Shoreline, WA 98133) begins

  • Meet by the front doors of St. Luke

• 10:00 PM Depart from St. Luke

FIFTH VISIT: Jesus is Taken Before Herod

• 10:15 PM Prayer in front of Christ the King (405 N 117th St, Seattle, WA 98133) begins

  • Meet near the entrance of the altar of repose (across the street from Christ the King Church)

• 10:25 PM Depart from Christ the King

SIXTH VISIT: Jesus is Return to Pilate

• 10:45 PM Prayer in front of St. James Cathedral (804 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104) begins

  • Meet in front of golden door, near the corner of Marion St. and Terry Ave.

• 11:00 PM Depart from St. James Cathedral

SEVENTH VISIT: Jesus is Taken to His Passion

• 11:15 PM Prayer in the large parking lot of Blessed Sacrament

  • Meet in the large parking lot on the North side of Blessed Sacrament

• 11:30 PM Recitation of the Last Discourse begins

• Midnight - Blessed Sacrament closes

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

The St. Joseph Association is a new group formed by Fr. Nathaniel Maria. Meeting the last Saturday of the month at 2pm, this group will join in prayer, listen to a talk, and then share in fraternity. Open to undergrads and grads/young professionals.

The first meeting was Saturday, February 28th, 2026, at 2pm. Other meeting dates are as follows:

4/25, 5/30

Questions: frnathaniel@uwnewman.org

"How Pope John Paul II Used the Saints against the Communists"

In the 1980s, Pope John Paul II made use of several saints from East Central Europe's history to challenge Poland's Communist regime and comfort and inspire that country's Catholic population.  Professor James Felak of the UW's Department of History will discuss how the Pope employed the saints during his visits to Poland and elaborate on the importance of the Communion of Saints for Catholics.

Similar to Theology on Tap, a Lumen event is when we host a young adult or outside speaker, but then 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 speaker begins at 7pm sharp (plan to arrive a bit early) and the 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 (March is 1st Saturday due to Easter) 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.

Join us for the March Mass & Dinner!
Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 25th to ensure we have sufficient food for the Sunday, March 1st 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 5:30 PM 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 or email Frassati@UWNewman.org.

RSVP Here: https://frassatiseattle.org/rsvp/MassAndDinner

The St. Joseph Association is a new group formed by Fr. Nathaniel Maria. Meeting the last Saturday of the month at 2pm, this group will join in prayer, listen to a talk, and then share in fraternity. Open to undergrads and grads/young professionals.

The first meeting is Saturday, February 28th, 2026, at 2pm. Other meeting dates are as follows:

2/28, 3/28, 4/25, 5/30

Questions: frnathaniel@uwnewman.org

• Talk: “How Do I Know: Ways to Discern God’s Will”

• Presenter: Fr. Justin Ryan, Director of Vocations for the Archdiocese of Seattle

• Date/ Time: 7pm, 2/26

• Location: UW Newman Center, 4502 20th Ave NE Seattle 98105

Have you felt like you're seeking God's guidance, but not receiving clarity? Do you feel stuck between two good things that the Lord seems to be calling you toward? This talk by Fr. Justin Ryan will offer ways to pray about the Lord's will for your life through the wisdom of St. Ignatius of Loyola, St. Francis de Sales, and St. Catherine of Siena. Along with practical suggestions, there will also be encouragements for how to recognize when to be patient and simply let the Lord Jesus draw us closer to Himself. The Lord's timing is always perfect, and this talk and ensuing discussion will hopefully help you recognize it in your own life.

Similar to Theology on Tap, a Lumen event is when we host a young adult or outside speaker, but then 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 speaker begins at 7pm sharp (plan to arrive a bit early) and the 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 

Location: UW Newman Center

Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Time: 7pm to 8pm

Come join Frassati Loves Seattle for our monthly event! We'll be working together to make sandwiches for St. Francis House of Seattle (https://www.stfrancishouseseattle.org/) at the Newman Center. The organization cares for the working poor/ homeless by a variety of activities, one of which is free sandwiches. Come ready to connect with other Frassati volunteers, give back to your community, and create yummy food! Thank you for sharing your time and talents with others! Please RSVP so there are enough supplies!

RSVP HERE

As tradition we will be meeting up in the back area of Big Time Brewery on the Ave. This will be time for fellowship and community; you are welcome to bring a board game or activity to share with others. Food and drinks can be purchased on your own at the bar. 

 We will have several copies of a Lenten devotional. This year's book is Witness: A Guided Lent Journal for Prayer and Meditation by Fr. Patrick Mary Briscoe, OP. He is a Dominican friar and a host of the Godsplaining podcast.

https://www.avemariapress.com/products/witness-1

These books will be given out for free while supplies last. However we cannot do this without the support from our community. Below are several tiers for donation to the Frassati ministry. By donating in a tier, we will make sure to order and save you a copy of Witness for your own Lenten journey. The individual sponsor tier will close on January 25th. 

RSVP: https://frassatiseattle.org/fattuesday

Frasatti Hike - Dry Falls State Park

Frasatti is going hiking in Eastern Washington!

Join us for a beautiful hike at Umatilla Rock Trail on February 14, 2026. We will not have a priest with us to celebrate Mass, however we will pray midday prayer (sext) from the divine office.

We will meet bright and early at the Blessed Sacrament parking lot (5050 8th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98105) at 7am on Saturday February 14th (do not be late!) We will then depart for Eastern Washington (4 hour drive) and arrive at the trailhead at 11am. We estimate to be back in Seattle around 8PM

Details

This is a moderate rated hike. It is 6 mile round trip with roughly 400 feet of elevation gain. Dry Falls State Park is in Eastern Washington on the other side of the cascades mountains and has beautiful prairie / desert terrain. We will see some canyons and cool rock formations.

Notes

• Please do not bring dogs or other pets on Frasatti hikes.

• This hike is in an area where there are rattlesnakes, however the risk of encountering one is low in winter months. We will discuss on how to listen for rattles.

• Here is the AllTrails hike link for more information: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/washington/boy-scout-trail-and-umatilla-rock-trail-loop

What to Wear and Bring

1. Warm layers (prepare for a low of 32 degrees)

2. Water (at least 2 liters)

3. Breakfast, lunch, & snacks

4. Good, comfortable hiking shoes (crocs???)
5. Rosary
6. Backpack

Carpooling Info

If you want to find a carpool you may meet in the Blessed Sacrament parking lot NO LATER than 6:45 am Saturday 2/14 and find a carpool there. Meet-up time is 11am at the trailhead. 

Instructions to Get There

You can use Google Maps to get the exact coordinates here

It is about a 4 hour drive from Seattle.

Please note we will also be driving through Snoqualmie Pass (in the mountains). We will monitor driving conditions the night before to see if they are safe

Disclaimer

Inclement weather may affect the plan for this event. We will assess these conditions and will notify participants via email of any changes the night prior.

Contact

If you have any questions, please email frassati@uwnewman.org.

Sign up HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfUbIF3enGqlN7hTYccIZc1jxANLcpKqpRSYpEo4HqiqrzAkw/viewform

Speaker: Alex McCollum
Title of talk:  "From Prison to Peace" 

Join Frassati for a talk by speaker Alex McCollum on Thursday, February 12th at 7pm at the Newman Center. Alex, during his employment in the state psychiatric hospital systems and the department of corrections, has specialized in working with the most challenging symptoms of mental illness in the “Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity” populations.

Being Catholic today can sometimes feel like being “locked up” in the culture we exist in now. Whether it be the overwhelming temptations of modernity, or the effects of isolation, Alex wants to give tips and lessons from his experiences helping people to feel free and at peace. This talk will feature the wisdom of St. Ignatius of Loyola and various sources of inspiration to help you go forth as a Catholic ready to take on whatever comes your way. 

Similar to Theology on Tap, a Lumen event is when we host a young adult or outside speaker, but then 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 speaker begins at 7pm sharp (plan to arrive a bit early) and the 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 our new Frassati Women’s Group- a time to cultivate faith, friendship, and authentic Catholic femininity.

Meets every other Tuesday at 6:30pm in the Siena Room, starting 2/11/26.

Ash Distribution on Campus: 8am, Red Square

Mass: 12:35pm, 5pm, 7pm, 9pm

Frassati men (ages 21-35): Join Fr. Nathaniel in a bi-weekly Bible study!

Meets every other Wednesday at 6pm at the Newman Center.

First meeting is February 4th. Other scheduled meetings are as follows: 2/18, 3/4, 3/18

Join us for the February Mass & Dinner!
Please RSVP by Wednesday, January 28th to ensure we have sufficient food for the Sunday, February 1st 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 5:30 PM 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 or email Frassati@UWNewman.org.

RSVP Here: https://frassatiseattle.org/rsvp/MassAndDinner

UPDATE: Registration is now closed, we reached max. capacity for this event!

Join us on Saturday, January 31st at Stevens Pass!

Please note that this activity is limited to 8 learners to ensure people learning to ski have an opportunity to receive feedback. Snowboarders are invited, however no instruction is available from Frassati.

If you are an experienced skier (comfortable getting on and off the lift, can get down green runs), then registration is not restricted. Please register to ensure you are included on communications.

Details

Costs:

Daily lift ticket (full mountain) $169

Daisy Chair and Magic Carpet ticket (Beginner) ~ $100. Can only purchase day of at ticket window.

Rentals/Gear/And clothing may be additional expenses TBD. Estimated around $100. Please reserve rental gear in advance to make up pick up morning of faster and easier, and to ensure gear is available for you. 

Gear: Rentals are available. Skis and poles, boots, helmet (recommended), Goggles (cannot be rented, but sun glasses or safety glasses can help).

Clothing:

Clothing is not able to be rented.

• Warm/puffy layers. Synthetic encouraged.

• Warm leg layer

• Ski socks (will prevent blisters and keep feet warmer)

• Hard shells/Rain gear pants and jacket. 

• Waterproof/Water Resistant Gloves/Mittens (if raining, bring a change of gloves) Knit gloves not recommended. 

• Buff or neck gaiter to keep face warm

• Beanie

• Comfort bag if rainy day for drive home. Includes change of clothes and socks. 

• Small Backpack (if desired)

Logistics Day Of:

• 5:30 Meet at Blessed Sacrament at for Carpool (if needed) Please park along the fence for leaving cars behind. Subject to change depending on conditions.

• 8:00 Meet at Stevens Pass lot 3 or 4 (keep an eye on email for specifics)

• 8:30 Prayer and group introductions based on skiing terrain.

• 9:00 Lifts start/Pick up rentals/Passes

• Experienced Skiers can begin skiing. If renting gear, head over to the rental shop to get gear.

• 9:30/10:00 Beginners can meet volunteers for instruction at the magic carpet.

• 12:00 Lunch (location TBD, encouraged to bring a sack lunch)

• 1:00 Resume skiing for after lunch laps.

• 2:00 Return gear, return to car. Depart by 2:45 if hoping to make 5pm Mass at Blessed Sacrament.

Please go to https://www.stevenspass.com/ to purchase your lift ticket, and reserve rentals in advance if necessary.