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Official Statement Regarding Member Misconduct

The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence®, The Abbey of St. Joan 

Official Statement Regarding Member Misconduct

October 6, 2026

We have been made aware of serious allegations involving criminal misconduct by a member of The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence®, The Abbey of St. Joan. These allegations are deeply concerning and are being taken very seriously. On July 20th, 2025 the board held an emergency session to temporarily suspend the member in question. That decision was reaffirmed August 3rd, 2025 by voting membership.

Effective immediately, in accordance with our internal policies and commitment to ethical standards, the member’s membership/association with The Abbey of St. Joan is suspended, pending the outcome of legal proceedings.

The Abbey of St. Joan holds all members to the highest standards of integrity and accountability. We do not condone or tolerate any form of grave misconduct or criminal behavior. Our priority remains upholding the values of trust, transparency, and safety for all individuals associated with our organization and the broader community.

Out of respect for the legal process and all parties involved, we will not be making further comments at this time.

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Sister Mia Schweinsteiger
Prioress
The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence®, The Abbey of St. Joan
board@theabbey.org

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Deep End: XL Bear Pool Party

Calling all bears, cubs, otters, and other creatures (oh my)! The Seattle Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, Abbey of St. Joan, are teaming up with the XL Bears for the highly anticipated return of our much-loved hirsute pool party, XL Bear Pool Party! This is where the the furry and Sisterly comes together for an afternoon of splashy fun and fabulous company.

Date: August 31st
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Medgar Evers Pool (500 23rd Ave, Seattle, WA)
Admission: $20 pre-sale (Tickets available on Zeffy), $25 at the door

Whether you’re ready to dive in, flaunt your bear-y best, or simply relax with some fine furry folks, this pool party is the place to be. Come for the fun, stay for the community, and make memories that’ll last all year long.

Important Info:

  • No Alcohol: We’re all about good, clean (and wet!) fun, so please leave the booze at home. Let’s keep the party safe and enjoyable for everyone.
  • After-Party Alert: Keep your eyes peeled for details on a roaring after-party to keep the festivities going well into the night!

So, dust off your trunks, bring your best splash, and join us for the return of the furr-ific pool party that Seattle loves. We can’t wait to see you there!