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.

Visual artists are trained to understand light in technical, biological, and allegorical terms. Christophe Bouchard, a full-time oil painter and practicing Catholic, draws on his unique vocational perspectives to observe the religious symbolism of light and, in doing so, explore various ways we can deepen our relationship with God, the Great Artist and original Creator.

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 

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!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScdk_v0fi-ZGE_WCHxhw2btoDKxjH8KAQJ4413fOInGNHytzQ/viewform

Park off-site or strategically if you don't want to get parked in by those attending Wednesday night Adoration/Confession!

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.

Date / Location: January 8, 2026 @7PM. UW Newman Center

Talk Title: 

“Designed With Purpose: Cycle Tracking, Body Literacy & the Catholic Vision of Womanhood” 

Description: 

This talk will explore the basics of cycle tracking and body literacy through the FEMM approach (Fertility Education & Medical Management), helping participants understand the science behind the female body, its hormones, and overall health. We will also examine the physical and emotional effects of hormonal birth control and why this matters for long-term wellbeing. Grounded in a Catholic worldview, the talk connects our bodies’ design to God’s plan for wholeness, freedom, and a deeper understanding of human dignity.

Speakers: Lauren Seerden and Aleksandra Cholewinska of FEMM

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 for the January Mass & Dinner!
Please RSVP by Wednesday, December 31st to ensure we have sufficient food for the Sunday, January 4th 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

Come join Frassati Loves Seattle for our first clothing swap! Bring your old (clean) pants, shirts, button down shirts, suit tops, sweaters, any old clothes you’d like to remove from your closet! Stay to pick up any new items that catch your eye! Any left over items will be donated to the homeless at various locations Dress for Success (Interview clothes) (https://seattle.dressforsuccess.org/), Mary’s Place (https://www.marysplaceseattle.org/), and Goodwill. Feel free to come around 6:30pm if you want to help with set up!

Come decorate cookies and watch a classic Christmas film!

Ugly Christmas sweaters/pjs are encouraged :)

Join us for the All-Seattle Archdiocesan Young Adult Christmas Formal!

This year's theme is “An Old Fashioned Christmas!”

Gather for a festive and classy celebration of the Christmas season with live music, dancing, appetizers, & seasonal cocktails, and connect with Catholic young adults across the diocese and region. Invite a friend and make new ones! We can’t wait for another year of this joyful tradition.

Pre-ticket sales have now closed. Please purchase a ticket at the door in cash or by using frassatiseattle.org/ticket  

Each ticket comes with food, non-alcoholic beverages and 2 alcoholic beverages; additional drinks available for purchase.

This is a 21+ event hosted by the UW Newman/Frassati Young Adult group. IDs will be checked at the door. Parking and coat check are available.

DETAILS

December 13th, 7PM-11:30PM

St. Alphonsus Family Center (Ballard)

1415 NW 58th St, Seattle, WA 98107

Formal attire (women: cocktail dress to full length gowns; men: suit, tie, dress pants)

MUSIC

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Dance music

8:00 PM - 8:50 PM Live Music Set 1

8:50 PM - 9:00 PM Break 

9:00 PM - 9:50 PM Live Music Set 2

9:50 PM - 11:00 PM Dance Music 

TICKETS

Pre-sale ticket prices will increase over time and can also be purchased at the door. Looking for a discount? Volunteer just 1 hour of your time to receive a reduced rate (see below).

Now -11/23 $30

11/24-12/11 $35

12/13 (door) $40 

Volunteers get a discount! Looking to volunteer?

Fill out this form instead: frassatiseattle.org/christmasparty/volunteer

BUY TICKETS HERE

HELP OUT AND ATTEND FOR $20

Sandwich Making for St. Francis House 

Wednesday, December 10th @ 7pm

Newman Center

Come join Frassati Loves Seattle for our first event! We'll be working together to make sandwiches for St. Francis House of Seattle (https://www.stfrancishouseseattle.org/). 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!

http://frassatiseattle.org/LovesSeattle 

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 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. 

Join us for our annual Fall Food Drive! We’ll begin with Mas at 9am at Newman, and then head over to a local neighborhood to distribute flyers and promoting our local food bank. This event typically raises thousands of dollars for the food bank- a much needed gift for an organization that helps so many of our neighbors!

Wear comfortable walking shoes- we’ll be doing this rain or shine!

7pm, Nov. 6, Newman Center

Join us for the first November Lumen!

This talk tells the powerful story of seven Romanian Greek Catholic bishops who stood firm against communism and paid the ultimate price for their faith. Told by the nephew of one of them, Bishop Ioan Suciu, this presentation offers a personal glimpse into courage, conviction, and the quiet resistance of faith under a brutal regime.

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 for the November Mass & Dinner!
Please RSVP by Wednesday, October 29th to ensure we have sufficient food for the Sunday, November 2nd 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 for a Halloween Party on 10/31 at 6pm at the Newman Center!

This party will feature pizza, Catholic Jeopardy, and some side-quests with prizes! Costumes are not required.

Please keep in mind that there will be Mass at 8pm, so you may get double-parked if you are planning to leave early.

RSVP here: http://frassatiseattle.org/Halloween