Central Washington Catholic Foundation

Central Washington Catholic Foundation Our Mission: to support Catholic education
Our Vision: to provide enduring support for Catholic education and ministries of Central Washington

For the past twelve years the Central Washington Catholic Foundation has worked to support and enhance philanthropy and charitable activities for the needy and disadvantaged and for faith-oriented worthy causes in Central Washington. CWCF has given away $1 million to support Catholic schools and parishes, seminarian education, college scholarships and various ministries. Our 30+ endowment funds wi

ll continue to support these worthy causes. To celebrate our 10th Anniversary in 2012 we announced our new vision and mission statements and the establishment of the Celebration of Faith Fund. The vision of the Central Washington Catholic Foundation is to provide enduring support for Catholic education and ministries of Central Washington. The mission of the Central Washington Catholic Foundation is to support Catholic education. The Celebration of Faith Fund is dedicated to providing support for Catholic education in parishes and schools in Central Washington. We provide tuition assistance for low-income families and financial assistance to parishes for their religious education programs.

09/03/2026

The Funeral Vigil for Father John O'Shea, who died August 27, will be at 6 p.m. Thursday, September 17, at 6 p.m., at Holy Spirit Parish, 7409 W. Clearwater, Kennewick, WA 99336. There will not be a viewing, but the casket will be placed at 5:30 p.m. for those who wish to pray for Fr. O'Shea before the service begins.

The Funeral Mass will be at 12 p.m. Friday, September 18, at St. Paul Cathedral, 15 S. 12th Ave., Yakima, WA 98902. A luncheon at the Mission Center cafeteria at St. Paul's will follow, with burial to take place at 3 p.m. in the Priests Plot at Calvary Cemetery, 1405 S. 24th Ave., Yakima, WA 98902.

An obituary will be sent out soon. It will be published in the Tri Cities and Yakima newspapers and posted online at sunsetgardenstricities.

May Fr. O'Shea's soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, rest in peace.

La vigilia fúnebre del Padre John O'Shea, fallecido el 27 de agosto, tendrá lugar el jueves 17 de septiembre a las 6:00 p. m. en la parroquia Holy Spirit (7409 W. Clearwater, Kennewick, WA 99336). No habrá velatorio público, pero el féretro se colocará en el templo a las 5:30 p. m. para quienes deseen orar por el P. O'Shea antes de que comience el servicio.

La misa de funeral se celebrará el viernes 18 de septiembre a las 12:00 p. m. en la Catedral de San Pablo (15 S. 12th Ave., Yakima, WA 98902). A continuación, se ofrecerá un almuerzo en la cafetería del Mission Center de la parroquia de San Pablo, y el sepelio tendrá lugar a las 3:00 p. m. en la sección reservada para sacerdotes del cementerio Calvary (1405 S. 24th Ave., Yakima, WA 98902).

Próximamente se difundirá una nota necrológica. Esta se publicará en los periódicos de Tri-Cities y Yakima, así como en el sitio web sunsetgardenstricities.

Que el alma del P. O'Shea, y las almas de todos los fieles difuntos, descansen en paz.

08/30/2026

⚡🍔 THIS FRIDAY — SUDS ’N’ SLIDERS IS BACK! 🍺🏈

Kick off Labor Day weekend — and La Salle’s home football season — at our 14th Annual Suds ’n’ Sliders Tailgate Party! Join us THIS FRIDAY, September 4, from 5–7 PM in the Christ the Teacher Catholic School (CTCS) Courtyard, right next to Marquette Stadium.

Come hungry! We’ll have sliders, our Baked Potato Bar, local brews & w**e, plus live music from DIE BRUDER! 🎶 And new this year — grab your friends and classmates and make some memories at our FREE PHOTOBOOTH! 📸

🎟 $35 per person | $25 La Salle Alumni | 21+

Then head next door to Marquette Stadium and cheer on the Lightning in their HOME OPENER! ⚡🏈

Grab your friends, rally your classmates, and start your Friday night with La Salle. Food. Drinks. Music. Friends. GO LIGHTNING! 💙⚡

08/06/2026
08/04/2026
We are with you, Spokane…
08/02/2026

We are with you, Spokane…

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

Welcome!
07/27/2026

Welcome!

❤️✏️Introducing our new Principal, Merrideth Dressler! Please join us in giving her a warm welcome to our CTCS family. We’re excited to have her join our team and look forward to a successful school year ahead under her leadership. 📚💙

07/24/2026

For years, Father Lalo Barragán has helped lead his farmworker community's efforts to expand their church. As Holy Cross Church prepares to open its doors soon, send your prayers to the families and this next chapter in their new space! https://bit.ly/3T0u17b

07/14/2026

Today is the Feast of St. Kateri Tekakwitha, known as the Lily of the Mohawks. She is the first Indigenous American to be canonized as a saint. She was canonized by Pope Benedict XVI on Oct. 21, 2012. She is the patroness of Native Americans, ecology and the environment, and people in exile.

May we model her complete reliance on Christ. St. Kateri Tekakwitha, pray for us!
Discover more about St. Kateri’s life, sainthood and Jake’s miracle by visiting the Northwest Catholic story here: https://ow.ly/eC3n50SAZnw
Photo: 2025 St. Kateri Tekakwitha Icon Blessing at St. James Cathedral, by Stephen Brashear

06/01/2026

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Yakima, WA
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