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09/08/2026

“The day of the Nativity of the Mother of God is a day of universal joy, because through the Mother of God, the entire human race was renewed, and the sorrow of the first mother, Eve, was transformed into joy.” —St. John Damascene

08/04/2026

08/03/2026

In the midst of unimaginable loss, this image speaks without words.

The fires may consume homes and forests, but it cannot consume faith, hope, or the love that binds a community together.

Please continue to pray for all who have lost homes, for those forced to evacuate, and for every firefighter, law enforcement officer, emergency personnel, and volunteer serving our region.

Our prayers must always become action. Faith calls us not only to pray for our neighbors but to care for them.

Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us. 🙏

(Photo courtesy of the Diocese of Spokane. Taken at a private residence affected by the Indian Trail Fire.)

08/03/2026

Please continue pray for all victims of area wildfires, emergency responders, and our community. 🙏

08/02/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 1, 2026

The Diocese of Spokane asks the faithful and the entire community to join in prayer for all those impacted by the Old Trails Fire, Fairview Fire, and other active wildfires throughout our region. We also pray for the safety and protection of firefighters, law enforcement, emergency personnel, and volunteers serving those in need.

Individuals and families affected by the fires are encouraged to follow Spokane County Emergency Management for the most current information regarding evacuations, shelter locations, road closures, and public safety updates.

Spokane County Emergency Management
Phone: 509-477-3046

https://www.spokanecounty.gov/5498/Emergency-Management

Current Emergency Shelter Information (as of August 1, 2026):

Evacuation Shelter
Spokane Falls Community College – Small Gym
3410 W. Whistalks Way
Spokane, WA 99224

Animal Shelter
Spokane County Fairgrounds
RV Accommodations
The Spokane County Fairgrounds has opened its RV grounds for individuals evacuating with animals.

Local parishes are in the process of evaluating the situation and mustering resources as available.

As a diocesan family, we remain united in prayer for all who have been displaced, those who have suffered loss, and all who continue to respond with courage and compassion during this emergency.

"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." — Psalm 46:1

07/02/2026