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January 27, 2007

4th Sunday Ordinary Time [Jan 29 - Feb 4, 2007]

January 31 | Catholic Attorneys Group - The Catholic Attorneys Group will meet Wednesday, January 31, Noon at the Snow Goose Restaurant on 3rd Avenue. The topic is Same Sex Benefits as ordered by the Supreme Court. Presenters are Fr. Thomas Brundage, Judicial Vicar, Kevin Clarkson, attorney for the State of Alaska in ACLU et al v. State, Jim Gorski, attorney for the Alaska Catholic Conferenceon the amicus brief, and Lt. Gov. Loren Leman. Guests are welcome. Lunch will be ordered from the menu and paid separately. Hope to see you there. Bob Flint and Christina Passard: 276-1592.

Catholic Home Mission: Please consider making a donation to this weekend’s Catholic Home Missions Appeal. This appeal benefits Catholics in parishes throughout rural America, including Archdiocese of Anchorage parishes in remote and rural areas. Catholic Home Missions supports training for lay ministers and deacons, seminarian education, religious education programs serving youth and adults, migrant ministry, and ministries serving growing populations of minority Catholics. Please give generously!

UPCOMING ARCHDIOCESAN LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS:
January 30 | Catholic Schools Week Mass - Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church @ 1:30pm
February 2 | World Marriage Day Mass - Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church @ 6pm
February 10 | Confirmation Celebration - Holy Cross Church @ 6pm
February 25 | Rite of Election - Our Lady of Guadalupe Church @ 2pm
March 28 | Chrism Mass - Holy Family Cathedral @ 7pm

February 3 & 4 | World Day for Consecrated Life
It is a day to thank God for the manifold service provided by those in consecrated life. Further, it is a day to learn more about the vocation of consecrated life in the Church. In addition, it is a day to pray for vocations to the consecrated life. And finally, it is a day to consider ways of encouraging men and women to be open to the call from God to the consecrated life. Go to the Homepage of the Archdiocesan Website: www.archdoioceseofanchorage.org and click on the link for more information.

February 9 │ Seattle University Masters in Pastoral Studies Information Session - Seattle University’s Associate Dean, School of Theology and Ministry: Dr Sharon Callahan will hold two seperate MAPS Informational Sessions 1) Friday, February 9, 5:00 – 6:30pm, Our Lady of Guadalupe Center, 3900 Wisconsin St. Anchorage. 2) Friday, February 23 5:00 - 6:30pm, Pastoral Center (225 Cordova St. Anchorage) Anyone interested in Ministerial and Theological Education is encouraged to attend.

February 9 │ Theology in the Greatland: A free lecture at Our Lady of Guadalupe Center (3900 Wisconsin, Anchorage) from 7-8:30pm on "Guadalupe: The Story & Meaning," by Dr. Jeanette Rodriguez, Professor and Chair of the Department of Theology and Religious Studies at Seattle University. All are welcome. Check our website for more info.

February 10 │ The Cyrene Group, offering support for widowed persons, will meet Saturday, February 10, 2007, for a Valentine Day of Prayer to be presented by Fr. Armand Nigro, S.J., at Holy Spirit Center, 10980 Hillside Drive. Hours: 10am-4pm. For information and registration call Joan: 333-7826; Stella: 346-3732; or Holy Spirit Center: 345-2343.

February 9-11 │ Retrouvaille of Alaska - 2 weeks to Signup for Retrouvaille – Do you feel alone? Are you frustrated or angry with each other? Do you argue…or have you just stopped talking to each other? Does talking about it only make it worse? This program has helped 10’s of 1000’s of couples experiencing marital difficulty at all levels including disillusionment and deep misery. For confidential information about the program or to register for the Spring program beginning with a weekend February 9-11, 2007, call 1-800-470-2230 or 907-360-2227 or visit our web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com

February 20 │ Saint Francis of Assisi Awards: Tuesday evening at the Anchorage Downtown Hilton Hotel. Come help us celebrate with the rest of the archdiocese the outstanding service and faithful stewardship that the award winners, past and present, represent in our vibrant faith community. Tables of eight are $375 individual seats for the dinner are $48. For information regarding nominations and reservation contact the Office of Stewardship and Development 297-7718.

February 24 │ Archdiocese of Anchorage: Confirmation Day of Gathering - Confirmation candidates, sponsors, and parents are invited to attend this day of story telling, prayer, and reflection as we gather as a local church and prepare to fully celebrate the sacrament of Confirmation. Join us from 9:30 - 3:30pm at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church (3900 Wisconsin Street, Anchorage) For more information contact Matthew Beck 907-745-3229, ext 12 or stmikes1@pobox.mtaonline.net

February 24 │ Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop & Continuing Program - Saturday in the Education Center of Holy Family Cathedral (at 5th Ave & I Street) 9am - 3:30pm. There is no fee but donations to Contemplative Outreach are welcome. To register or for more information contact Kess Frey 338-2894.

Catholic Scouter Award Nominations: Nominations are being accepted now thru Friday, April 20th for adults involved in the Boy Scout and Girl Scout programs. For eligibility information and nomination forms, contact St. Michael’s @ 745-3229 or 432 E. Fireweed Ave., Palmer 99645; email: prayer@mtaonline.net or Amy Kaucic, ACCOS Secretary @ 745-2554 or cic2050@mtaonline.net.

July 14, 2007 │ Vocation Discernment Day - the Daughters of Charity will sponsor a vocation discernment day for single women between the ages of 18 and 45. For further information, please contact Sister Kathleen Powers at (907) 333-5283.

Need Health Care? - Anchorage Project Access can assist you in finding Health Care Assistance if….
• You are a Municipality of Anchorage resident
• You have no other insurance
• Your gross family annual household income is 200% of the Federal Poverty Level or below
For More Information call us today! Anchorage Project Access 907-339-8746 www.anchorageprojectaccess.org

CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES

Remember to visit the Catholic Social Services website at cssalaska.org for volunteer and donation opportunities.

Participate in SOUPer Bowl Sunday, January 28th. Please bring in canned soup for Catholic Social Services’ St. Francis House. If you are hosting a Super Bowl party in your home please consider making it a SOUPer Bowl. Donations can be dropped off at St. Francis House, 3710 E. 20th Avenue. Call Sophia Gomma at 222-7323 or Sophia.gomma@cssalaska.org for more info.

Quilt Raffle tickets available now ($5 each or 5 for $20) to benefit Catholic Social Services’ Pregnancy Support and Adoption Services. Drawing at 3:30pm, Saturday, March 3, 2007 at the Quilt, Fiber & Wearable Arts Auction in the ConocoPhillips Atrium. Log on to www.cssalaska.org to view this beautiful queen size quilt. For tickets contact Marilyn Moreno at 222-7316 or marilyn.moreno@cssalaska.org.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Check our listings

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISSTANT: Catholic Social Services seeks part-time Admin Assistant to support Pregnancy Support and Adoption Services staff. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience may substitute for education. Excellent organizational and computer skills required.

Submit required CSS application to 225 Cordova Street, Anchorage, AK 99501, or fax to 272-7370. Applications may be obtained at above address, or at www.cssalaska.org. Call 297-7745 or see website for job description. Open until filled. EOE

Posted by Julie Galligan at 09:59 AM.

January 20, 2007

3rd Sunday Ordinary Time [Jan 22 - 28, 2007]

January 27th │6th Annual Knights of Columbus Interdenominational Prayer Service – Saturday, January 27th on the Anniversary of Roe vs. Wade, at the Anchorage Memorial Park Cemetery, 535 East 9th Ave. Presenters: Fr. Garry Cappelman, OP, Loren Leman, Bill Donovan, Jan Lipinski. For more information contact Jim Curro @ (907) 349-3772.

Catholic Home Mission: Get your 2007 stewardship efforts off to a great start! Consider making a contribution next weekend, January 27th & 28th to the Catholic Home Missions Appeal. This is an opportunity to help fellow Catholics throughout rural America, including the Archdiocese of Anchorage parishes located in remote and rural areas.

UPCOMING ARCHDIOCESAN LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS:
January 30 | Catholic Schools Week Mass - Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church @ 1:30pm
February 2 | World Marriage Day Mass - Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Church @ 6pm
February 10 | Confirmation Celebration - Holy Cross Church @ 6pm
February 25 | Rite of Election - Our Lady of Guadalupe Church @ 2pm
March 28 | Chrism Mass - Holy Family Cathedral @ 7pm

February 10 │The Cyrene Group, offering support for widowed persons, will meet Saturday, February 10, 2007, for a Valentine Day of Prayer to be presented by Fr. Armand Nigro, S.J., at Holy Spirit Center, 10980 Hillside Drive. Hours: 10AM to 4PM. For further information and registration, please call Joan, 333-7826; Stella, 346-3732; or Holy Spirit Center, 345-2343.

February 9-11 │ Retrouvaille of Alaska - Marriage Saving – the Weekend Phase – During the weekend phase of Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi with a long i) a series of presentations are given by a team of three couples and a priest. The team presents a technique of communication that enables you to take a good look at most areas of your relationship. After each presentation you have time in the privacy of your room to discuss the previous presentation. For confidential information about the program or to register call 1-800-470-2230 or visit our web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com

February 20 │ Saint Francis of Assisi Awards: Tuesday evening at the Anchorage Downtown Hilton Hotel. Come help us celebrate with the rest of the archdiocese the outstanding service and faithful stewardship that the award winners, past and present, represent in our vibrant faith community. Tables of eight are $375 individual seats for the dinner are $48. For more information regarding nominations and reservation contact the Office of Stewardship and Development 297-7718.

February 24 │ Archdiocese of Anchorage: Confirmation Day of Gathering - Confirmation candidates, sponsors, and parents are invited to attend this day of story telling, prayer, and reflection as we gather as a local church and prepare to fully celebrate the sacrament of Confirmation. Join us from 9:30 - 3:30pm at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church (3900 Wisconsin Street, Anchorage) For more information contact Matthew Beck (907) 745-3229 ext 12 or stmikes1@pobox.mtaonline.net

February 24 │ Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop & Continuing Program - Saturday, February 24th in the Education Center of Holy Family Cathedral (at 5th Ave & I Street) 9:00 am - 3:30 pm. There is no fee but donations to Contemplative Outreach are welcome. To register or for more information contact Kess Frey 338-2894.

CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES

Remember to visit the Catholic Social Services website at cssalaska.org for volunteer and donation opportunities.

Quilt Raffle tickets available now ($5 each or 5 for $20) to benefit Catholic Social Services’ Pregnancy Support and Adoption Services. Drawing to be held at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 3, 2007 at the Quilt, Fiber & Wearable Arts Auction at the ConocoPhillips Atrium. Log on to www.cssalaska.org to view this beautiful queen size quilt. For tickets contact Marilyn Moreno at 222-7316 or marilyn.moreno@cssalaska.org.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Check our listings

Posted by Julie Galligan at 06:52 PM.

January 13, 2007

2nd Sunday Ordinary Time [Jan 15 - Jan 21, 2007]

January 14 │World Youth Day - The next World Youth Day informational meeting will be held at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton church, Sunday January 14th, at 3:00pm, these meetings are open to anyone interested in finding out more about World Youth Day 2008 in Sydney Australia.

REMEMBERING MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.
City-Wide: This year the 20th Annual City-Wide Commemoration of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday will be held on Sunday, January 14th at 4pm at the Egan Center. Please come and join us to see and hear dynamic speakers, multi-cultural performances, and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Citywide Choir.
St. Patrick Church: A special celebration will be held at St. Patrick Church at 6pm on Saturday, January 13th, after the 5pm Mass in the church. Please join us in celebration of Dr. King’s message of hope for all people.
St. Anthony Church: special celebration of play & Padgentry will be held at St. Anthony Church at 7:30 pm on Sunday, January 14th, following the 6pm Mass the celebration will be followed by a potluck dinner. Please join us.

February 9-11 │Retrouvaille of Alaska - Marriage Saving – the Weekend Phase – During the weekend phase of Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi with a long i) a series of presentations are given by a team of three couples and a priest. The team presents a technique of communication that enables you to take a good look at most areas of your relationship. After each presentation you have time in the privacy of your room to discuss the previous presentation. For confidential information about the program or to register for the Spring program beginning with a weekend Feb 9-11, 2007 call 1-800-470-2230 or visit our web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com

February 24│Archdiocese of Anchorage: Confirmation Day of Gathering - Confirmation candidates, sponsors, and parents are invited to attend this day of story telling, prayer, and reflection as we gather as a local church and prepare to fully celebrate the sacrament of Confirmation. Join us from 9:30 - 3:30 pm at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church (3900 Wisconsin Street, Anchorage) For more information contact Matthew Beck (907) 745-3229 ext 12 or stmikes1@pobox.mtaonline.net

February 24 │Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop & Continuing Program - Saturday, February 24th in the Education Center of Holy Family Cathedral (at 5th Ave & I Street) 9:00 AM -3:30 PM. There is no fee but donations to Contemplative Outreach are welcome. To register or for more information contact Kess Frey 338-2894.

May 12, 2007 │ Vocation Discernment Day - the Daughters of Charity will sponsor a vocation discernment day for single women between the ages of 18 and 45. For further information, please contact Sister Kathleen Powers at (907) 333-5283.

ON MEDICARE? │ Information about 2007 Medicare Part D Prescription coverage is available to all parishioners on Medicare through Catholic Golden Age. Call 1-866-825-4210 for enrollment information. Catholic Golden Age is a national non-profit association dedicated to enriching the lives of elder Catholics, offering both material and spiritual benefits to bring purpose, meaningful activity and spiritual growth into the lives of all elder Catholics. Since their inception in 1975, over 1,250,000 people have enrolled as members of CGA.

PARISH NURSING │ Interested in learning how to integrate faith with the practice of health and healing in the service of your parish community? Parish Nursing and Parish Ministries of Health integrate faith and the practice of healing by focusing on “whole person” care including the spiritual, physical, and emotional needs of parishioners. Don’t miss this upcoming opportunity to learn more about Parish Nursing and Parish Ministries of Health. Parish Nurses of Alaska and the Northwest Parish Nurse Ministries in collaboration with Providence Health System Alaska are sponsoring a Parish Nurse Health Ministry Preparation Course Jan. 11- March 3, 2007. For more info contact Sr. Jackie Stoll, OP, ANP at 297-7736 or check the website: www.archdioceseofanchroage.org

CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES

Remember to visit the Catholic Social Services website at cssalaska.org for volunteer and donation opportunities.

Catholic Social Services invites you to donate to the Quilt, Fiber & Wearable Arts Auction to benefit the Pregnancy Support & Adoption Services program. The event will be held on Saturday, March 3, 2007 at the ConocoPhillips Atrium, 12:00 noon — 3:00 p.m. Items needed by February 26, 2007 include handmade quilts, fiber arts & wearable arts. Contact Beth Kenney at 297-7719 or beth.kenney@cssalaska.org for more information.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Check our listings

Rural Deacon Director and Trainer
The Diocese of Fairbanks has an opening for a director/trainer for the Rural Deacons in the Yukon-Kuskokwim Region of the diocese. Responsibilities include recruiting, training, and supporting local deacons for the 24 primarily Yup'ik Eskimo parishes in the region. Needed Qualities: Catholic in good standing, background in theology, experience in teaching, coordinating, and supporting ministers, self-starter, flexible, able to work with a team, able to travel extensively, sometimes do without conveniences, live in small villages (500-1000)and travel by small plane (5 seater). The Diocese of Fairbanks is an equal opportunity employer. Salary and benefits info available on request. Start date: August, 2007 Send inquiries to: kradich@juno.com, or call 907-438-2597 by March 1, 2007.

Anchorage Faith & Action – Congregations Together (AFACT), a congregation-based community organization, announces the following job opportunities:

Community Organizer – Full-Time Position - The organizer will be responsible for providing training to congregation and neighborhood leaders to effectively organize to improve conditions in their neighborhoods, schools and communities. Candidates should have a baccalaureate degree or prior, relevant work experience. Candidates must participate in and successfully complete a one-to-one screening process. Candidates should have strong analytical, writing and public speaking skills; strong interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse religious, racial and ethnic communities; ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Administrative Assistant – Part-Time Position – The administrative assistant will be responsible for word processing, filing, and faxing. The administrative assistant will assist the executive director and organizer with newsletters, grant proposals, and special events. Extensive software skills are required, as well as Internet research abilities. Candidates should have strong communication skills, relevant work experience, and be able to work with diverse religious, racial and ethnic communities.

For further information on these position openings, please contact AFACT at 297-7731 or www.anchoragefact.org.

Posted by Julie Galligan at 09:39 AM.

January 06, 2007

Epiphany of the Lord [Jan 8 - Jan 14]

Jan 8 – 11 │Youth Ministry Gatherings - REACH Youth Ministries of the Diocese of Yakima is sending a team of five people to Alaska in January. The REACH missionary teams travel throughout North America teaching youth about living as Catholic Disciples. This energetic, faithful, and inspiring team will be hosted by the following parishes, yet is open to all youth and youth leaders for fun nights of, games, song, prayer, and learn from the REACH team. Please come join us.
• Monday, Jan 8th – 7:00 – 8:30 pm at St. Patrick Church, Anchorage
• Tuesday, Jan 9th – 7:00 – 8:30 pm at St. Michael Church, Palmer
• Wednesday & Thursday, Jan 10th & 11th – 7:00 – 8:30 pm Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Soldotna
For more information contact Matthew Beck at stmikes1@pobox.mtaonline.net or 907-240-9274.

January 10 │Project Rachel Support Group - The Project Rachel program will be starting a support group January 10 for women who have had an abortion. If you are feeling 'not quite right', or even worse, since your abortion, please call for more information about how Project Rachel can help you. We understand how difficult it may be for you to call and we pray that you will have the courage to do this. You will find non-judgmental compassion and the healing mercy of Jesus. 297-7781.

February 9-11 │Retrouvaille of Alaska - A Lifeline for Marriage – Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi with a long i) helps couples through difficult times in their marriages. It is designed to provide the tools to help get your marriage back on track. It will give you the opportunity to rediscover each other and examine your lives together in a new and positive way. This program has helped 10’s of 1000’s of couples experiencing marital difficulty at all levels including disillusionment and deep misery. For confidential information about the program or to register for the Fall program beginning with a weekend Feb 9-11, 2007 call 1-800-470-2230 or visit our web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com

February 24 │Centering Prayer Introductory Workshop & Continuing Program - Saturday, February 24th in the Education Center of Holy Family Cathedral (at 5th Ave & I Street) 9:00 AM -3:30 PM. There is no fee but donations to Contemplative Outreach are welcome. To register or for more information contact Kess Frey 338-2894.

CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES

Remember to visit the Catholic Social Services website at cssalaska.org for volunteer and donation opportunities.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Check our listings

Anchorage Faith & Action – Congregations Together (AFACT), a congregation-based community organization, announces the following job opportunities:

Posted by Julie Galligan at 10:55 AM.