In November, 2004, St. James Cathedral launched a three-year centennial celebration, marking the centennial of three great moments in our history:  the founding of the Cathedral Parish (November 13, 1904), the laying of the cornerstone (November 12, 1905), and the dedication of the Cathedral (December 22, 1907).  We have observed these milestones with special Masses and ecumenical prayers; with educational events, parades and building projects.  Use the links below to explore past centennial events.

2004-2005  The Centennial of the Cathedral Parish

November 13-21, 2004
The Big Cathedral Fair

• Mass of Thanksgiving
• The BIG CATHEDRAL FAIR
  • Preparations for the Fair
  • The Winners of the Great Booth Competition
• MONDAY, November 15, 2004  Come to the Water
• TUESDAY, November 16, 2004  Bagpipes and hot apple cider
• WEDNESDAY, November 17, 2004  Blessing of seniors and fireside chat
• THURSDAY, November 18, 2004  Sacred Music in Pioneer Seattle
• FRIDAY, November 19, 2004  Taizé Prayer & Organ Recital
• SATURDAY and SUNDAY, November 20-21, 2004  Conclusion
  • Archbishop Brunett's homily, Sunday, November 21, 2004

SUNDAY, January 23, 2005
Celebration of the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary

                View the Photo Album

FRIDAY and SATURDAY, February 4-5, 2005
GREAT MUSIC for a GREAT CATHEDRAL

View the Photo Album
Go backstage

Sunday, April 17, 2005
Our RENAISSANCE TREASURE Comes Home

View the Photo Album
Di Bicci Speaks! Visit the interactive feature
View stunning before and after pictures

Sunday, November 13, 2005
The Dedication of the PASTORAL CARE CENTER

In Your Midst Read the Centennial "souvenir" issue
The History of the Cathedral Convent
The Pastoral Care Center: Under Construction
The Dedication of the Pastoral Care Center
Your Guide to the Pastoral Care Center (PDF)
View before and after photos of Cathedral Hall
Read more about the Centennial Campaign

2005-2006  A Year of Prayer and Renewal

We began our Year of prayer and Renewal by renewing the promises of our baptism, committing ourselves to live out those promises as active members of this great parish.  The year was full of special events and opportunities for prayer.

Sunday, November 20, 2005
The Year of PRAYER and RENEWAL Begins

 View a photo album
 Explore the "Gospel in Glass"--the Cathedral's East Apse Windows
 Vision Statement: Christ our Cornerstone

December, 2005
The 40th Anniversary of the Conclusion of the Second Vatican Council

Archbishop Hunthausen shares stories of his experience of the Council

Read about the history of the Council from the Seattle perspective in a series of essays by Corinna Laughlin, Director of Liturgy

Preparations for the Council
The First Session
The Second Session
The Third Session
Renewal of the liturgy in the Archdiocese of Seattle
The Fourth Session