Resources

Outreach and Advocacy at St. James Cathedral is part of a wider Catholic response to the needs of the poor and vulnerable in our world- locally, nationally, and globally.

Catholic Community Services (CCS) and Catholic Housing Services (CHS) of Western Washington   CCS and CHS (formerly known as the Archdiocesan Housing Authority) of Western Washington are leaders, advocates, and providers serving poor and vulnerable people.
The Archdiocese of Seattle   The Archdiocese of Seattle has two offices that are directly concerned with outreach and advocacy issues. The Life, Justice, and Peace Ministry can be reached at 206-382-4268, and J.L. Drouhard, the Director of the Missions Office, can be reached at 206-382-4580.
Intercommunity Peace and Justice Center (IPJC)   IPJC acts for justice in the Church and in the world. IPJC is sponsored by 18 religious communinties and collaborates with Catholic, ecumenical, interfaith, and other organizations in carrying out this mission.
Washington State Catholic Conference (WSCC)   WSCC represents the Catholic Bishops from the three diocese of Washington on issues of public policy.  WSCC sponsors the Catholic Advocacy Network and Catholic Life Network to enable participants to become informed about legislative issues in light of Catholic teaching and to become engaged in the political process.
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB)   USCCB provides teachings on a wide array of life and social justice issues.
Catholic Relief Services (CRS)   CRS carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas.