Upcoming Events
August 30, 2010
Twenty Third Sunday in Ordinary Time [September 5, 2010]
SPECIAL MASSES & LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
September 2-5 │ SERRA International Annual Convention - The Theme: Bringing the Bread of Life-True Manna in the Wilderness. All masses are open to any Catholic who wishes to attend. Schedule is posted on the Archdiocese of Anchorage web site. General sessions will be $45 per day.
October 2 │Scout Prayer Day! Mark your calendars! Come join us! Be creative, have fun, meet other scouts and explore a scout's "Duty to God”. Open to all scouts - 5th grade and under Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, American Girls, Weblos, Daisies, Brownies, Little Flowers, Blue Birds, Camp Fire (scouts 6 and under must have adult partner) Saturday, October 2nd 9:00 am to 3:00 pm - $10 fee at door - (lunch provided). Lumen Christi School, 8110 Jewel Lake Road, Building D. For more information contact Ted Greene 952-8616 or via email tcgreene@acsalaska.net. Brought to you by ACCOS (Archdiocesan Catholic Committee on Scouting)
ADULTS
September 27 │ Church History - A review of church history will begin at Our Lady of Guadalupe parish the last Monday of September, 6:30-8pm for 8 sessions. Each meeting will consist of two videos with a short discussion after each, facilitated by Sr. Lorene Griffin and Vince Fennimore. Please give prayerful consideration to taking advantage of this opportunity to deepen your understanding and appreciation of our rich faith tradition.
YOUNG ADULTS
September 8 │ Weekly Catholic Discussion – Holy Family Center - 7:00-8:30pm. We are reading Chesterton's What's Wrong with the World. This week's essay = The Medical Mistake. The readings may be found at: http://www.gkc.org.uk/gkc/books/whats_wrong.html. No preparation is necessary. Contact Jen at ntaboutu@yahoo.com or 218-839-5366 for more information.
September 10 │ Adoration – Holy Family Cathedral - 7:00 p.m. Adoration. Social activities may follow. Contact Randall at 250-3300 for more information.
September 14 │ Monthly Ladies' Book Discussion – Downtown New Sagaya - 6:30- 7:45am. We are reading The Authentic Catholic Woman by Kineke. Contact Jen at ntaboutu@yahoo.com or 218-839-5366 for more information.
September 18 │ Young Adult Mens' Group – Middle Way Cafe - 8:00am. All young adult Catholic men are invited to join us. During this initial meeting we will throw around ideas for this group (i.e. book group, discussion group, just guy time for fellow Catholics, etc). Contact David at david@syzdek.net or 980-1151 for more information.
September 25 │ Day Trip to Whittier – Join us for a road trip, hike, and dinner out in Whittier. Contact Jen (ntaboutu@yahoo.com or 218-839-5366) or David (david@syzdek.net or 980-1151) for more information.
ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY APU courses open to Newman Observers (observer fee $100) for further information call 564-8274 or email boiscl@alaskapacific.edu
September 27-December 6 │Jesus of History: Christ of Faith Film and Fiction: Explores the understandings of Jesus in the gospels, doctrines, devotions, films and fiction. It encourages reflection on Jesus’ question to Peter “Who do you say that I am?” Mondays 9/27-12/6 - Grant Hall 231 7:00-9:30pm. Professor Regina Boisclair, Ph.D.
September 28-December 7 │Introduction to the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament: Survey of representative segments of the Hebrew Bible. It will consider the original intent and how the selected texts have been understood in Jewish and Christian interpretations. Tuesdays - Grant Hall 231 7:00-9:30pm. Professor Rabbi Michael Oblath, Ph.D.
September 29-December 8 │American Catholicism: Redesigned to focus on distinctive features, practices and personalities American Catholicism since 1950. It will look at what changed after Vatican II and consider what might be recovered to foster faith, social justice and community life. Wednesdays - Grant Hall 231. 7:00-9:30pm. Professor Regina Boisclair, Ph.D.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
Part time Parish Volunteer Coordinator (PVC)- Catholic Social Services is recruiting for a part-time Parish Volunteer Coordinator (PVC) to work with newly arriving refugees resettled by the Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program. The PVC will create an organizational structure to strengthen Parish commitment to refugee resettlement and focus on securing winter clothing, independent transportation training and community social support. Visit cssalaska.org and click on employment for more information. Position funded by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for one year.
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (www.holyspiritcenterak.org or call 346-2343)
September 10-12 │12 Step Retreat: Living in the Solution through Forgiveness and Reconciliation. The retreat will be based on the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. This retreat is open to anyone interested in recovery from alcoholism and other addictions through the spirituality of the 12 Steps. The retreat will consist of conferences, prayer & reflection, group sharing, and time for individual conferences with Fr. Dick Dunphy, SJ. Fr. Dick has been in recovery for over thirty-five years. He currently is on the staff of Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat House in Colorado, where he gives spiritual direction and guides retreats, including 12 Step retreats. He holds a doctorate in theology and has specialized in spirituality. He has served as a faculty member, administrator and chaplain at Jesuit universities in St. Louis, Rome, and Denver. Fee: $195 (private); $175 (double); $155 (commuter). Call Holy Spirit Center, 346-2343, to register.
October 14-17 │Father Bernie Owens, SJ is directing a contemplative weekend Retreat with Conferences/Talks, Meditations in Common and Eucharist. The retreat begins on Thursday, 7:00pm and concludes Sunday, 12 Noon. We encourage those interested in making the retreat to begin on Thursday. Fr. Bernie Owens, SJ, was ordained in 1972, earned his doctorate in Christian Spirituality at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, CA in 1983, taught at the University of Detroit Mercy from 1981 to 1994. Coming to Manresa in 1994, he has been Director of the two-year Internship in Ignatian Spirituality, has led an annual seminar in Christian Spiritual Classics, and guided retreatants through the Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius of Loyola.
FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)
September 11-12 │ Worldwide Marriage Encounter -Living life in Community Mirrors our Couple Relationships. Worldwide Marriage Encounter will host the Enrichment “Building Community Through Relationship” on September 11-12 in Anchorage at Our lady of Guadalupe. Tom and Kathy Dauer of Spokane, Washington will present this enrichment. All who have ever attended a Worldwide Marriage Encounter, Retrouvaille or EE weekend are invited. The Enrichment is a day and a half experience with no overnight stay. This enrichment is for any new or previously encountered couples/priests/religious looking for a greater sense of Community with others who also share the desire for stronger marriages and more enriching support communities. For more information, please visit our website: http://alsakwwme.org or RSVP required: 336-0234. A Fully funded Enrichment paid for by a National grant and funds raised by WWME-Alaska, Offered at No cost with meals and supplies provided. Register today as space and materials are limited. If you need a babysitter please call Kiana Houchins or Jadeja Houchins , Holy Rosary Students who are Red Cross Certified CPR Infant/Child, Babysitters Training and First Aide for child care or a a list of girls near you. 644-8677 or 230-5589
September 24-26 │ Camp Erin Anchorage 2010 is now accepting Camper Applications for this year’s camp to be held Friday, September 24 – Sunday, September 26, 2010. The camp will be held at the Cub Scout Camp location in Chugiak (Camp Carlquist). Camp Erin Anchorage is our annual weekend grief camp for children ages 6 – 17 years who have lost someone close to them to death. Hospice of Anchorage’s Forget Me Not Grief Program has partnered with The Moyer Foundation to offer Camp Erin to our community for a ten-year commitment. The Moyer Foundation partners with healthcare and bereavement organizations in local communities to help fund, manage, and grow Camp Erin nationwide. For more information on Camp Erins across the country, please visit www.moyerfoundation.org
October 30 │Holy Rosary Academy’s 2010 Auction Gala Save the date and mark your calendar! Holy Rosary Academy’s 2010 Auction Gala is scheduled for Saturday, October 30 at the Grand Pacific Ballroom of the Anchorage Marriott Downtown. For more information or to reserve tickets contact Ms. Acton at 276-5822 or frontoffice@holyrosaryacademy.net
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Office Manager/Receptionist - Archdiocese of Anchorage Pastoral Center - This full position serves as the central support staff for the Archdiocese of Anchorage Pastoral Center at 225 Cordova Street. This position is responsible for general receptionist functions, maintenance of the Pastoral center and ancillary Archdiocesan properties and administration of certain areas of insurance . Confidentiality in regards to clients and donors is required. Job requirements: at least two-three years of job experience; GED or High School Diploma required. Pay range $15- $16 per hour. Benefits include medical, dental and vision. Position open until closed. Application requirements: Cover letter stating interest, resume and completed application. These may be mailed, e-mailed, or faxed to the attention of Sr. Charlotte Davenport, 225 Cordova Street, Anchorage, Alaska 99501, FAX 907-279-3041, email: cdavenport@caa-ak.org.
Catholic Social Services is recruiting for a part-time Parish Volunteer Coordinator (PVC) to work with newly arriving refugees resettled by the Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program. The PVC will create an organizational structure to strengthen Parish commitment to refugee resettlement and focus on securing winter clothing, independent transportation training and community social support. Visit cssalaska.org and click on employment for more information. Position funded by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for one year.
Volunteer Opportunity For Health Care Providers At Br. Francis Homeless Shelter & Clare House Shelter For Women & Children Br Francis Homeless Shelter and Clare House Shelter for Women and Children are In need of medical providers willing to donate a few hours of service a month to those who are most in need. hours & days are flexible; any day of the week; mornings, afternoons or evenings; as many or as few days a month as you wish; Clinic is run at a “relaxed” pace with no expectations regarding numbers of patients to be seen. PROVIDERS MUST HAVE THEIR OWN LIABILITY INSURANCE - If interested or if you have questions contact: Heidi Hurliman, ANP, colemans@acsalaska.net 907-230-7958
Catholic Social Services currently has several job openings available. For full details on the positions please visit the CSS web-site at www.cssalaska.org.
CATHOLIC BOOKS & SUPPLIES
Bishop's Attic │has free pickup service on Tuesday and Thursday for donated items. Please call 279-6328 to schedule. Proceeds of all sales support Catholic Social Services and programs at the Archdioceses.
ST. PAUL’S CORNER │Looking for Catholic books, gifts, and items of faith? Come see what’s new at St. Paul’s Corner at the Holy Cathedral. Sundays 8:30am to 5:30pm - Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; 11am–2pm. 646-3070
Posted by Cindy Lentine at 01:45 PM.
August 25, 2010
Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time [August 29, 2010]
SPECIAL MASSES & LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
September 2-5 │ SERRA International Annual Convention - The Theme: Bringing the Bread of Life-True Manna in the Wilderness. All masses are open to any Catholic who wishes to attend. Schedule will be posted soon. General sessions will be $45 per day.
ADULTS
August 31 │Proposed changes in the Mass The Archbishop has approved this class as a part of the catechesis on the upcoming changes in the Liturgy. Summer class by Deacon Bill at Holy Cross Parish - 7 pm - For questions, call Janine Redding, 349-8388.
September 27 │ Church History - A review of church history will begin at Our Lady of Guadalupe parish the last Monday of September, 6:30-8pm for 8 sessions. Each meeting will consist of two videos with a short discussion after each, facilitated by Sr. Lorene Griffin and Vince Fennimore. Please give prayerful consideration to taking advantage of this opportunity to deepen your understanding and appreciation of our rich faith tradition.
YOUNG ADULTS
September 1 │ Weekly Catholic Discussion – Holy Family Center - 7:00- 8:30pm. We are studying and discussion Pope John Paul II's teachings on the Theology of the Body, using the book Sex and the Sacred City. This week's topic = Family Life. No preparation is necessary. Contact Jen at ntaboutu@yahoo.com or 218-839-5366 for more information.
September 3 │ Adoration – Holy Family Cathedral - 7:00 pm Adoration. Social activities may follow. Contact Randall at 250-3300 for more information.
September 14 │ Monthly Ladies' Book Discussion – Downtown New Sagaya - 6:30- 7:45am. We are reading The Authentic Catholic Woman by Kineke. Contact Jen at ntaboutu@yahoo.com or 218-839-5366 for more information.
ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY APU courses open to Newman Observers (observer fee $100) for further information call 564-8274 or email boiscl@alaskapacific.edu
September 27-December 6 │Jesus of History: Christ of Faith Film and Fiction: Explores the understandings of Jesus in the gospels, doctrines, devotions, films and fiction. It encourages reflection on Jesus’ question to Peter “Who do you say that I am?” Mondays 9/27-12/6 - Grant Hall 231 7:00-9:30pm. Professor Regina Boisclair, Ph.D.
September 28-December 7 │Introduction to the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament: Survey of representative segments of the Hebrew Bible. It will consider the original intent and how the selected texts have been understood in Jewish and Christian interpretations. Tuesdays - Grant Hall 231 7:00-9:30pm. Professor Rabbi Michael Oblath, Ph.D.
September 29-December 8 │American Catholicism: Redesigned to focus on distinctive features, practices and personalities American Catholicism since 1950. It will look at what changed after Vatican II and consider what might be recovered to foster faith, social justice and community life. Wednesdays - Grant Hall 231. 7:00-9:30pm. Professor Regina Boisclair, Ph.D.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
Part time Parish Volunteer Coordinator (PVC)- Catholic Social Services is recruiting for a part-time Parish Volunteer Coordinator (PVC) to work with newly arriving refugees resettled by the Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program. The PVC will create an organizational structure to strengthen Parish commitment to refugee resettlement and focus on securing winter clothing, independent transportation training and community social support. Visit cssalaska.org and click on employment for more information. Position funded by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for one year.
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (www.holyspiritcenterak.org or call 346-2343)
September 10-12 │12 Step Retreat: Living in the Solution through Forgiveness and Reconciliation. The retreat will be based on the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. This retreat is open to anyone interested in recovery from alcoholism and other addictions through the spirituality of the 12 Steps. The retreat will consist of conferences, prayer & reflection, group sharing, and time for individual conferences with Fr. Dick Dunphy, SJ. Fr. Dick has been in recovery for over thirty-five years. He currently is on the staff of Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat House in Colorado, where he gives spiritual direction and guides retreats, including 12 Step retreats. He holds a doctorate in theology and has specialized in spirituality. He has served as a faculty member, administrator and chaplain at Jesuit universities in St. Louis, Rome, and Denver. Fee: $195 (private); $175 (double); $155 (commuter). Call Holy Spirit Center, 346-2343, to register.
October 14-17 │Father Bernie Owens, SJ is directing a contemplative weekend Retreat with Conferences/Talks, Meditations in Common and Eucharist. The retreat begins on Thursday, 7:00pm and concludes Sunday, 12 Noon. We encourage those interested in making the retreat to begin on Thursday. Fr. Bernie Owens, SJ, was ordained in 1972, earned his doctorate in Christian Spirituality at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, CA in 1983, taught at the University of Detroit Mercy from 1981 to 1994. Coming to Manresa in 1994, he has been Director of the two-year Internship in Ignatian Spirituality, has led an annual seminar in Christian Spiritual Classics, and guided retreatants through the Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius of Loyola.
FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)
September 11-12 │ Worldwide Marriage Encounter -Living life in Community Mirrors our Couple Relationships. Worldwide Marriage Encounter will host the Enrichment “Building Community Through Relationship” on September 11-12 in Anchorage at Our lady of Guadalupe. Tom and Kathy Dauer of Spokane, Washington will present this enrichment. All who have ever attended a Worldwide Marriage Encounter, Retrouvaille or EE weekend are invited. The Enrichment is a day and a half experience with no overnight stay. This enrichment is for any new or previously encountered couples/priests/religious looking for a greater sense of Community with others who also share the desire for stronger marriages and more enriching support communities. For more information, please visit our website: http://alsakwwme.org or RSVP required: 336-0234. A Fully funded Enrichment paid for by a National grant and funds raised by WWME-Alaska, Offered at No cost with meals and supplies provided. Register today as space and materials are limited. If you need a babysitter please call Kiana Houchins or Jadeja Houchins , Holy Rosary Students who are Red Cross Certified CPR Infant/Child, Babysitters Training and First Aide for child care or a a list of girls near you. 644-8677 or 230-5589
September 24-26 │ Camp Erin Anchorage 2010 is now accepting Camper Applications for this year’s camp to be held Friday, September 24 – Sunday, September 26, 2010. The camp will be held at the Cub Scout Camp location in Chugiak (Camp Carlquist). Camp Erin Anchorage is our annual weekend grief camp for children ages 6 – 17 years who have lost someone close to them to death. Hospice of Anchorage’s Forget Me Not Grief Program has partnered with The Moyer Foundation to offer Camp Erin to our community for a ten-year commitment. The Moyer Foundation partners with healthcare and bereavement organizations in local communities to help fund, manage, and grow Camp Erin nationwide. For more information on Camp Erins across the country, please visit www.moyerfoundation.org
October 30 │Holy Rosary Academy’s 2010 Auction Gala Save the date and mark your calendar! Holy Rosary Academy’s 2010 Auction Gala is scheduled for Saturday, October 30 at the Grand Pacific Ballroom of the Anchorage Marriott Downtown. For more information or to reserve tickets contact Ms. Acton at 276-5822 or frontoffice@holyrosaryacademy.net
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Catholic Social Services is recruiting for a part-time Parish Volunteer Coordinator (PVC) to work with newly arriving refugees resettled by the Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program. The PVC will create an organizational structure to strengthen Parish commitment to refugee resettlement and focus on securing winter clothing, independent transportation training and community social support. Visit cssalaska.org and click on employment for more information. Position funded by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for one year.
Volunteer Opportunity For Health Care Providers At Br. Francis Homeless Shelter & Clare House Shelter For Women & Children Br Francis Homeless Shelter and Clare House Shelter for Women and Children are In need of medical providers willing to donate a few hours of service a month to those who are most in need. hours & days are flexible; any day of the week; mornings, afternoons or evenings; as many or as few days a month as you wish; Clinic is run at a “relaxed” pace with no expectations regarding numbers of patients to be seen. PROVIDERS MUST HAVE THEIR OWN LIABILITY INSURANCE - If interested or if you have questions contact: Heidi Hurliman, ANP, colemans@acsalaska.net 907-230-7958
Catholic Social Services currently has several job openings available. For full details on the positions please visit the CSS web-site at www.cssalaska.org.
CATHOLIC BOOKS & SUPPLIES
Bishop's Attic │has free pickup service on Tuesday and Thursday for donated items. Please call 279-6328 to schedule. Proceeds of all sales support Catholic Social Services and programs at the Archdioceses.
ST. PAUL’S CORNER │Looking for Catholic books, gifts, and items of faith? Come see what’s new at St. Paul’s Corner at the Holy Cathedral. Sundays 8:30am to 5:30pm - Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; 11am–2pm. 646-3070
Posted by Cindy Lentine at 12:06 PM.
August 16, 2010
Twenty First Sunday in Ordinary Time [August 22, 2010]
SPECIAL MASSES & LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
September 2-5 │ SERRA International Annual Convention - The Theme: Bringing the Bread of Life-True Manna in the Wilderness. All masses are open to any Catholic who wishes to attend. Schedule will be posted soon. General sessions will be $45 per day.
ADULTS
August 24 │Completion of book “Apostles” Summer class by Deacon Bill at Holy Cross Parish - 7 pm - For questions, call Janine Redding, 349-8388.
August 31 │Topic to be announced. Summer class by Deacon Bill at Holy Cross Parish - 7 pm - For questions, call Janine Redding, 349-8388.
September 6 │ Church History - A review of church history will begin at Our Lady of Guadalupe parish the lst Monday of September, 6:30-8pm for 8 sessions. Each meeting will consist of two videos with a short discussion after each, facilitated by Sr. Lorene Griffin and Vince Fennimore. Please give prayerful consideration to taking advantage of this opportunity to deepen your understanding and appreciation of our rich faith tradition.
YOUNG ADULTS
August 27 │ Adoration – Holy Family Cathedral - 7:00 p.m. Adoration. Social activities may follow. Contact Randall at 250-3300 for more information.
September 14 │ Monthly Ladies' Book Discussion – Downtown New Sagaya - 6:30- 7:45am. We are reading The Authentic Catholic Woman by Kineke. Contact Jen at ntaboutu@yahoo.com or 218-839-5366 for more information.
ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY(Courses open to Newman Observers. For more information contact Liz Hilpert at 564-8291 or email boiscl@alaskapacific.edu or liz@alaskapacific.edu)
COVENANT HOUSE
Covenant House is gathering items for their “Job Search” closet. They are specifically in need of black shoes and black belts in all sizes for both young men and young women. The girls specially need shoes with low to no heels (flats). They also are in need of any clothing for job searching purposes. Also a special request for their Chapel: small Stations of the Cross, Chalice and Plate. Please feel free to contact Julie Galligan on her cell: 250-2500.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
Brother Francis Shelter (BFS) needs adult clothing (in good condition) to include socks, undergarments, pants and jackets. The clothing room at BFS has witnessed a dramatic increase in visitors and is having trouble meeting the demand. Last year the clothing room provided assistance 11,311 times! Please drop off donations at 1021 East 3rd Avenue. Thank you!
The HUGSS (Helping Us Give School Supplies) & Coats for Kids project helped to prepare 5,102 kids for school August 10th & 11th. A special thanks to the wonderful event volunteers, donors, sponsors & staff at Clark Middle School.
Household furniture needed for the Catholic Social Services’ Beyond Shelter Services program. If you have items to donate please contact Brittany Popelka at 339-1590 (Ext. 2) or bpopelka@cssalaska.org to schedule a drop off. Thank you!
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (www.holyspiritcenterak.org or call 346-2343)
September 10-12 │12 Step Retreat: Living in the Solution through Forgiveness and Reconciliation. The retreat will be based on the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. This retreat is open to anyone interested in recovery from alcoholism and other addictions through the spirituality of the 12 Steps. The retreat will consist of conferences, prayer & reflection, group sharing, and time for individual conferences with Fr. Dick Dunphy, SJ. Fr. Dick has been in recovery for over thirty-five years. He currently is on the staff of Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat House in Colorado, where he gives spiritual direction and guides retreats, including 12 Step retreats. He holds a doctorate in theology and has specialized in spirituality. He has served as a faculty member, administrator and chaplain at Jesuit universities in St. Louis, Rome, and Denver. Fee: $195 (private); $175 (double); $155 (commuter). Call Holy Spirit Center, 346-2343, to register.
October 14-17 │Father Bernie Owens, SJ is directing a contemplative weekend Retreat with Conferences/Talks, Meditations in Common and Eucharist. The retreat begins on Thursday, 7:00pm and concludes Sunday, 12 Noon. We encourage those interested in making the retreat to begin on Thursday. Fr. Bernie Owens, SJ, was ordained in 1972, earned his doctorate in Christian Spirituality at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, CA in 1983, taught at the University of Detroit Mercy from 1981 to 1994. Coming to Manresa in 1994, he has been Director of the two-year Internship in Ignatian Spirituality, has led an annual seminar in Christian Spiritual Classics, and guided retreatants through the Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius of Loyola.
FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)
Holy Rosary Academy, a K-12 Archdiocesan school offering a quality education in a Catholic environment is now enrolling for the 2010/11 school year. Centrally located in Anchorage on Fireweed Lane, Holy Rosary Academy offers a classical curriculum in a small classroom setting. For information call 276-5822.
September 11-12 │ Worldwide Marriage Encounter -Living life in Community Mirrors our Couple Relationships. Worldwide Marriage Encounter will host the Enrichment “Building Community Through Relationship” on September 11-12 in Anchorage at Our lady of Guadalupe. Tom and Kathy Dauer of Spokane, Washington will present this enrichment. All who have ever attended a Worldwide Marriage Encounter, Retrouvaille or EE weekend are invited. The Enrichment is a day and a half experience with no overnight stay. This enrichment is for any new or previously encountered couples/priests/religious looking for a greater sense of Community with others who also share the desire for stronger marriages and more enriching support communities. For more information, please visit our website: http://alsakwwme.org or RSVP required: 336-0234. A Fully funded Enrichment paid for by a National grant and funds raised by WWME-Alaska, Offered at No cost with meals and supplies provided. Register today as space and materials are limited. If you need a babysitter please call Kiana Houchins or Jadeja Houchins , Holy Rosary Students who are Red Cross Certified CPR Infant/Child, Babysitters Training and First Aide for child care or a a list of girls near you. 644-8677 or 230-5589
September 24-26 │ Camp Erin Anchorage 2010 is now accepting Camper Applications for this year’s camp to be held Friday, September 24 – Sunday, September 26, 2010. The camp will be held at the Cub Scout Camp location in Chugiak (Camp Carlquist). Camp Erin Anchorage is our annual weekend grief camp for children ages 6 – 17 years who have lost someone close to them to death. Hospice of Anchorage’s Forget Me Not Grief Program has partnered with The Moyer Foundation to offer Camp Erin to our community for a ten-year commitment. The Moyer Foundation partners with healthcare and bereavement organizations in local communities to help fund, manage, and grow Camp Erin nationwide. For more information on Camp Erins across the country, please visit www.moyerfoundation.org
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Catholic Social Services is recruiting for a part-time Parish Volunteer Coordinator (PVC) to work with newly arriving refugees resettled by the Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program. The PVC will create an organizational structure to strengthen Parish commitment to refugee resettlement and focus on securing winter clothing, independent transportation training and community social support. Visit cssalaska.org and click on employment for more information. Position funded by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for one year.
Elementary School Teacher - St. Mary's School in Kodiak is looking for an intermediate elementary teacher for the 2010-2011 school year. Please contact Joshua Lewis, Principal, St. Mary's School, Kodiak, Alaska - 907.486.3513.
Catholic Social Services currently has several job openings available. For full details on the positions please visit the CSS web-site at www.cssalaska.org.
CATHOLIC BOOKS & SUPPLIES
Bishop's Attic │has free pickup service on Tuesday and Thursday for donated items. Please call 279-6328 to schedule. Proceeds of all sales support Catholic Social Services and programs at the Archdioceses.
ST. PAUL’S CORNER │Looking for Catholic books, gifts, and items of faith? Come see what’s new at St. Paul’s Corner at the Holy Cathedral. Sundays 8:30am to 5:30pm - Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; 11am–2pm. 646-3070
Posted by Cindy Lentine at 01:41 PM.
August 10, 2010
The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary [August 15, 2010]
SPECIAL MASSES & LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
August 16 │ Senator Ted Stevens Memorial Mass - Archbishop Roger L. Schwietz, OMI will preside at a Memorial Mass for Senator Ted Stevens 12:10 p.m., Monday, August 16th at Holy Family Cathedral - 5th Avenue and H Street. All are welcome.
September 2-5 │ SERRA International Annual Convention - The Theme: Bringing the Bread of Life-True Manna in the Wilderness. All masses are open to any Catholic who wishes to attend. Schedule will be posted soon. General sessions will be $45 per day.
ADULTS
August 17 │Book entitled “Apostles” “Through the Apostles, we come to Jesus himself.” By Pope Benedict XVI (beginning of book to John). Summer class by Deacon Bill at Holy Cross Parish - 7 pm - For questions, call Janine Redding, 349-8388.
August 24 │Completion of book “Apostles” Summer class by Deacon Bill at Holy Cross Parish - 7 pm - For questions, call Janine Redding, 349-8388.
August 31 │Topic to be announced. Summer class by Deacon Bill at Holy Cross Parish - 7 pm - For questions, call Janine Redding, 349-8388.
September 6 │ Church History - A review of church history will begin at Our Lady of Guadalupe parish the lst Monday of September, 6:30-8pm for 8 sessions. Each meeting will consist of two videos with a short discussion after each, facilitated by Sr. Lorene Griffin and Vince Fennimore. Please give prayerful consideration to taking advantage of this opportunity to deepen your understanding and appreciation of our rich faith tradition.
ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY(Courses open to Newman Observers. For more information contact Liz Hilpert at 564-8291 or email boiscl@alaskapacific.edu or liz@alaskapacific.edu)
COVENANT HOUSE
Covenant House is gathering items for their “Job Search” closet. They are specifically in need of black shoes and black belts in all sizes for both young men and young women. The girls specially need shoes with low to no heels (flats). They also are in need of any clothing for job searching purposes. Also a special request for their Chapel: small Stations of the Cross, Chalice and Plate. Please feel free to contact Julie Galligan on her cell: 250-2500.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
Catholic Social Services’ Baby Boutique helps approximately 50 parents a month. We are running low on diaper wipes, socks (6 months – 2T) and baby clothing (18 months - 2T). The Baby Boutique is located at 3721 East 20th Avenue (operating hours Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:00am – 3:00pm). Thank you!
Catholic Social Services is recruiting for a part-time Parish Volunteer Coordinator (PVC) to work with newly arriving refugees resettled by the Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program. The PVC will create an organizational structure to strengthen Parish commitment to refugee resettlement and focus on securing winter clothing, independent transportation training and community social support. Visit cssalaska.org and click on employment for more information. Position funded by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for one year.
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (www.holyspiritcenterak.org or call 346-2343)
September 10-12 │12 Step Retreat: Living in the Solution through Forgiveness and Reconciliation. The retreat will be based on the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. This retreat is open to anyone interested in recovery from alcoholism and other addictions through the spirituality of the 12 Steps. The retreat will consist of conferences, prayer & reflection, group sharing, and time for individual conferences with Fr. Dick Dunphy, SJ. Fr. Dick has been in recovery for over thirty-five years. He currently is on the staff of Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat House in Colorado, where he gives spiritual direction and guides retreats, including 12 Step retreats. He holds a doctorate in theology and has specialized in spirituality. He has served as a faculty member, administrator and chaplain at Jesuit universities in St. Louis, Rome, and Denver. Fee: $195 (private); $175 (double); $155 (commuter). Call Holy Spirit Center, 346-2343, to register.
October 14-17 │Father Bernie Owens, SJ is directing a contemplative weekend Retreat with Conferences/Talks, Meditations in Common and Eucharist. The retreat begins on Thursday, 7:00pm and concludes Sunday, 12 Noon. We encourage those interested in making the retreat to begin on Thursday. Fr. Bernie Owens, SJ, was ordained in 1972, earned his doctorate in Christian Spirituality at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, CA in 1983, taught at the University of Detroit Mercy from 1981 to 1994. Coming to Manresa in 1994, he has been Director of the two-year Internship in Ignatian Spirituality, has led an annual seminar in Christian Spiritual Classics, and guided retreatants through the Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius of Loyola.
FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)
Holy Rosary Academy, a K-12 Archdiocesan school offering a quality education in a Catholic environment is now enrolling for the 2010/11 school year. Centrally located in Anchorage on Fireweed Lane, Holy Rosary Academy offers a classical curriculum in a small classroom setting. For information call 276-5822.
September 11-12 │ Worldwide Marriage Encounter -Living life in Community Mirrors our Couple Relationships. Worldwide Marriage Encounter will host the Enrichment “Building Community Through Relationship” on September 11-12 in Anchorage at Our lady of Guadalupe. Tom and Kathy Dauer of Spokane, Washington will present this enrichment. All who have ever attended a Worldwide Marriage Encounter, Retrouvaille or EE weekend are invited. The Enrichment is a day and a half experience with no overnight stay. This enrichment is for any new or previously encountered couples/priests/religious looking for a greater sense of Community with others who also share the desire for stronger marriages and more enriching support communities. For more information, please visit our website: http://alsakwwme.org or RSVP required: 336-0234. A Fully funded Enrichment paid for by a National grant and funds raised by WWME-Alaska, Offered at No cost with meals and supplies provided. Register today as space and materials are limited.
September 24-26 │ Camp Erin Anchorage 2010 is now accepting Camper Applications for this year’s camp to be held Friday, September 24 – Sunday, September 26, 2010. The camp will be held at the Cub Scout Camp location in Chugiak (Camp Carlquist). Camp Erin Anchorage is our annual weekend grief camp for children ages 6 – 17 years who have lost someone close to them to death. Hospice of Anchorage’s Forget Me Not Grief Program has partnered with The Moyer Foundation to offer Camp Erin to our community for a ten-year commitment. The Moyer Foundation partners with healthcare and bereavement organizations in local communities to help fund, manage, and grow Camp Erin nationwide. For more information on Camp Erins across the country, please visit www.moyerfoundation.org
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Catholic Social Services is recruiting for a part-time Parish Volunteer Coordinator (PVC) to work with newly arriving refugees resettled by the Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program. The PVC will create an organizational structure to strengthen Parish commitment to refugee resettlement and focus on securing winter clothing, independent transportation training and community social support. Visit cssalaska.org and click on employment for more information. Position funded by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for one year.
Elementary School Teacher - St. Mary's School in Kodiak is looking for an intermediate elementary teacher for the 2010-2011 school year. Please contact Joshua Lewis, Principal, St. Mary's School, Kodiak, Alaska - 907.486.3513.
Catholic Social Services currently has several job openings available. For full details on the positions please visit the CSS web-site at www.cssalaska.org.
CATHOLIC BOOKS & SUPPLIES
Bishop's Attic │has free pickup service on Tuesday and Thursday for donated items. Please call 279-6328 to schedule. Proceeds of all sales support Catholic Social Services and programs at the Archdioceses.
ST. PAUL’S CORNER │Looking for Catholic books, gifts, and items of faith? Come see what’s new at St. Paul’s Corner at the Holy Cathedral. Sundays 8:30am to 5:30pm - Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; 11am–2pm. 646-3070
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August 04, 2010
Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time [August 8, 2010]
SPECIAL MASSES & LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
Catholic Native Ministry Welcomes Our New Brothers and Sisters living in the Archdiocese of Anchorage. Let us help you get acquainted and involved. Please contact: Pearl Chanar 245-2024 and/or Renee Nicholson 243-2240.
September 2-5 │ SERRA International Annual Convention - The Theme: Bringing the Bread of Life-True Manna in the Wilderness. All masses are open to any Catholic who wishes to attend. Schedule will be posted soon. General sessions will be $45 per day.
Vacation Bible School
August 9–13│ Holy Family Cathedral - SUMMER SOUNDS DAY CAMP - an introduction to a children/youth music program - please call 276-3455 for more information.
ADULTS
August 10│”History and Structure of Mass including the Latin Mass” Summer class by Deacon Bill at Holy Cross Parish - 7 pm - For questions, call Janine Redding, 349-8388.
August 17 │Book entitled “Apostles” “Through the Apostles, we come to Jesus himself.” By Pope Benedict XVI (beginning of book to John). Summer class by Deacon Bill at Holy Cross Parish - 7 pm - For questions, call Janine Redding, 349-8388.
August 24 │Completion of book “Apostles” Summer class by Deacon Bill at Holy Cross Parish - 7 pm - For questions, call Janine Redding, 349-8388.
August 31 │Topic to be announced. Summer class by Deacon Bill at Holy Cross Parish - 7 pm - For questions, call Janine Redding, 349-8388.
YOUNG ADULTS
The Holy Family Cathedral (men and women, single and married, aged 18- 39) invite others to join them for:
August 10 │ Monthly Ladies' Book Discussion – Downtown New Sagaya - 6:30-7:45am. We are reading The Authentic Catholic Woman by Kineke. Contact Jen at ntaboutu@yahoo.com or 218-839-5366 for more information.
August 11 │ Weekly Catholic Discussion – Holy Family Center - 7:00- 8:30pm. We are studying and discussion Pope John Paul II's teachings on the Theology of the Body, using the book Sex and the Sacred City. This week's topic = Married Life. No preparation is necessary. Contact Jen at ntaboutu@yahoo.com or 218-839-5366 for more information.
August 13 │ Adoration and Social Activities – Holy Family Cathedral - 7:00pm Adoration and 8:00pm social activities. Contact Randall at 250-3300 for more information.
To receive weekly details of activities or if you have questions, please send an e-mail to hfcyoungadults@gmail.com. You may also visit www.holyfamilyCathedral.org and click on "Young Adult Group," join "HFC Young Adults" on Facebook, or call Br. Dominic at 907-276-3455 or Jen at 218-839-5366.
ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY(Courses open to Newman Observers. For more information contact Liz Hilpert at 564-8291 or email boiscl@alaskapacific.edu or liz@alaskapacific.edu)
COVENANT HOUSE
Covenant House is gathering items for their “Job Search” closet. They are specifically in need of black shoes and black belts in all sizes for both young men and young women. The girls specially need shoes with low to no heels (flats). They also are in need of any clothing for job searching purposes. Also a special request for their Chapel: small Stations of the Cross, Chalice and Plate. Please feel free to contact Julie Galligan on her cell: 250-2500.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
August 10 & 11 │ HUGSS (Helping Us Give School Supplies) and Coats for Kids will be held August 10 & 11 at Clare Middle School. The project needs volunteers! Please visit cssalaska.org (click on HUGSS & Coats) to volunteer. If you do not have internet access please call 222-7327. This program fosters an excitement for education and life-long learning. Thank you!
Catholic Social Services’ Baby Boutique helps approximately 50 parents a month. We are running low on diaper wipes, socks (6 months – 2T) and baby clothing (18 months - 2T). The Baby Boutique is located at 3721 East 20th Avenue (operating hours Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:00am – 3:00pm). Thank you!
Catholic Social Services is recruiting for a part-time Parish Volunteer Coordinator (PVC) to work with newly arriving refugees resettled by the Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program. The PVC will create an organizational structure to strengthen Parish commitment to refugee resettlement and focus on securing winter clothing, independent transportation training and community social support. Visit cssalaska.org and click on employment for more information. Position funded by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for one year.
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (www.holyspiritcenterak.org or call 346-2343)
August 6-10 │ Silent Centering Prayer Retreat is led by Kess Frey and Fran Victor. The retreat will feature communal Centering Prayer sits, video presentations of Fr. Thomas Keating, a Taize Service, Lectio Divina, private rooms, solo quiet time, silent communal meals with readings from Thomas Keating's book, "Open Mind, Open Heart", and some opportunities for sharing and discussion. Fee: $195 (3-day) Fee:$325 (5-day)
September 10-12 │12 Step Retreat: Living in the Solution through Forgiveness and Reconciliation. The retreat will be based on the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. This retreat is open to anyone interested in recovery from alcoholism and other addictions through the spirituality of the 12 Steps. The retreat will consist of conferences, prayer & reflection, group sharing, and time for individual conferences with Fr. Dick Dunphy, SJ. Fr. Dick has been in recovery for over thirty-five years. He currently is on the staff of Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat House in Colorado, where he gives spiritual direction and guides retreats, including 12 Step retreats. He holds a doctorate in theology and has specialized in spirituality. He has served as a faculty member, administrator and chaplain at Jesuit universities in St. Louis, Rome, and Denver. Fee: $195 (private); $175 (double); $155 (commuter). Call Holy Spirit Center, 346-2343, to register.
October 14-17 │Father Bernie Owens, SJ is directing a contemplative weekend Retreat with Conferences/Talks, Meditations in Common and Eucharist. The retreat begins on Thursday, 7:00pm and concludes Sunday, 12 Noon. We encourage those interested in making the retreat to begin on Thursday. Fr. Bernie Owens, SJ, was ordained in 1972, earned his doctorate in Christian Spirituality at the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, CA in 1983, taught at the University of Detroit Mercy from 1981 to 1994. Coming to Manresa in 1994, he has been Director of the two-year Internship in Ignatian Spirituality, has led an annual seminar in Christian Spiritual Classics, and guided retreatants through the Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius of Loyola.
FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)
Holy Rosary Academy, a K-12 Archdiocesan school offering a quality education in a Catholic environment is now enrolling for the 2010/11 school year. Centrally located in Anchorage on Fireweed Lane, Holy Rosary Academy offers a classical curriculum in a small classroom setting. For information call 276-5822.
September 11-12 │ Worldwide Marriage Encounter -Living life in Community Mirrors our Couple Relationships. Worldwide Marriage Encounter will host the Enrichment “Building Community Through Relationship” on September 11-12 in Anchorage at Our lady of Guadalupe. Tom and Kathy Dauer of Spokane, Washington will present this enrichment. All who have ever attended a Worldwide Marriage Encounter, Retrouvaille or EE weekend are invited. The Enrichment is a day and a half experience with no overnight stay. This enrichment is for any new or previously encountered couples/priests/religious looking for a greater sense of Community with others who also share the desire for stronger marriages and more enriching support communities. For more information, please visit our website: http://alsakwwme.org or RSVP required: 336-0234. A Fully funded Enrichment paid for by a National grant and funds raised by WWME-Alaska, Offered at No cost with meals and supplies provided. Register today as space and materials are limited.
September 24-26 │ Camp Erin Anchorage 2010 is now accepting Camper Applications for this year’s camp to be held Friday, September 24 – Sunday, September 26, 2010. The camp will be held at the Cub Scout Camp location in Chugiak (Camp Carlquist). Camp Erin Anchorage is our annual weekend grief camp for children ages 6 – 17 years who have lost someone close to them to death. Hospice of Anchorage’s Forget Me Not Grief Program has partnered with The Moyer Foundation to offer Camp Erin to our community for a ten-year commitment. The Moyer Foundation partners with healthcare and bereavement organizations in local communities to help fund, manage, and grow Camp Erin nationwide. For more information on Camp Erins across the country, please visit www.moyerfoundation.org
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Catholic Social Services is recruiting for a part-time Parish Volunteer Coordinator (PVC) to work with newly arriving refugees resettled by the Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program. The PVC will create an organizational structure to strengthen Parish commitment to refugee resettlement and focus on securing winter clothing, independent transportation training and community social support. Visit cssalaska.org and click on employment for more information. Position funded by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for one year.
Elementary School Teacher - St. Mary's School in Kodiak is looking for an intermediate elementary teacher for the 2010-2011 school year. Please contact Joshua Lewis, Principal, St. Mary's School, Kodiak, Alaska - 907.486.3513.
Catholic Social Services currently has several job openings available. For full details on the positions please visit the CSS web-site at www.cssalaska.org.
CATHOLIC BOOKS & SUPPLIES
Bishop's Attic │has free pickup service on Tuesday and Thursday for donated items. Please call 279-6328 to schedule. Proceeds of all sales support Catholic Social Services and programs at the Archdioceses.
ST. PAUL’S CORNER │Looking for Catholic books, gifts, and items of faith? Come see what’s new at St. Paul’s Corner at the Holy Cathedral. Sundays 8:30am to 5:30pm - Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; 11am–2pm. 646-3070
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