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September 22, 2007
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time [Sept. 24 - 30, 2007]
September 27-29│DISCIPLESHIP DAYS 2007 - JOIN US! for this wonderful gathering of Church, all events will take place at St. Benedict Church and Lumen Christi High School. Register Online or at the door. Registration forms are available in your parish. The conference begins Thursday evening at 6:00pm with an opening reception followed by a presentation by Sr. Nancy Murray, OP (the real life sister of actor Bill Murray. She will perform a one-woman play on the life of Saint Catherine of Siena. Friday and Saturday will begin with Morning Prayer followed by Keynote presenters, Workshops (over 50 to choose from for Adults and Youth), lunch and optional small groups. Mass will be celebrated at 4:15 pm on Friday afternoon (Everyone is welcome!) Friday evening there will be two Adult gatherings one for Young Adults (those in their 20's & 30's) and one for other Adults (40 +). These are open to anyone who would like to attend. Our presenters will be Father John Cuscik & Dr. Kate DeVries from the Archdiocese of Chicago. For more information contact Julie at 297-7710 or julie.galligan@caa-ak.org or log-on to www.archdioceseofanchorage.org.
October 5-7 Retrovialle of Alaska│Marriage Saving – 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 Fall program beginning with a weekend October 5-7, 2007, call (907) 360-2227 or visit our web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com
October 6 Lectio Divina│is an ancient way of praying the scriptures by listening to the Word of God at ever deepening levels. It is also a primary source for the method of Centering Prayer. An introductory workshop with continuing sessions will be offered Saturday, October 6th in the Education Center of Holy Family Cathedral (5th Ave & I St.) 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. There is no fee for this workshop but donations will be accepted for Contemplative Outreach. For registration of more information contact Kess Frey at 338-2894.
Two Up-Coming Opportunities for Nurses to Become Involved in Parish Ministry Parish Nurses of Alaska and Northwest Parish Nurse Ministries in collaboration with Providence Health System Alaska are sponsoring two up-coming training courses for nurses interested in parish ministry. Parish Nursing focuses on “whole-person” care the patient’s spiritual, physical and emotional needs. The first course will be offered at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish in Soldotna and will be held October 11, 12, 13 and November 1, 2, 3 2007. The second course will be offered January 10-March 6, 2008 at Providence Medical Center in Anchorage. Go to the Archdiocesan website to download registration forms. For more info contact Sr. Jackie Stoll,OP, ANP, Archdiocesan coordinator for Parish Nursing and Parish Ministries of Health at 297-7736 or jackie.stoll@caa-ak.org
October 6-7│Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies Year 2 "Evangelization and Catechesis" is the first course in the 2nd year of study. Tom East from the Center for Ministry Development will be the instructor for this course. Due to a grant that was obtained by the CMD these courses are being offered at a discounted rate. If you are interested in attending this course or registering for the full year, contact Julie Galligan @ (907) 297-7710 or julie.galligan@caa-ak.org
October 25-28 │ A.C.T.S. RETREATS-ACTS is an acronym signifying Adoration, Community, Theology, and Service. ACTS retreats are put on by lay people who desire to help the participants experience God’s love and joy throughout a 3-day weekend retreat and return to their church community with a deeper love for each other and a desire to become more involved in their faith community. The retreat is a spiritual gift from the team to you. The 3-day retreats are held at Meier Lake Conference Center in Wasilla, beginning on a Thursday evening and concluding on Sunday with Mass and an ice cream social at Sacred Heart Church. Retreat dates: Women’s retreat: October 25-28, 2007; Men’s retreat: November 1-4, 2007 Registration forms are available on the Juneau ACTS website [www.actsinaction.com]. Registration information, forms, and a sheet of Frequently Asked Questions are also available by email. Contact Bobbie Ackley at 376-0930 [bobbie05@mtaonline.net].
Worldwide Marriage Encounter of Alaska is a ministry that promotes healthy sacramental marriages. . POPE JOHN PAUL II endorsed it when he said "I place much of my hope for the Future in Marriage Encounter, which is a fantastic gift of the Catholic Church". Even if you have attended a previous WWME Weekend years ago we invite you experience the new outline. The next WWME Weekend is set for Nov. 2-4 in Anchorage. Please call for more information, 907-644-8677 or e-mail jnshouch@gci.net.
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)
September 27 – 30 Prayer and the Stages of Growth in God │ the Holy Spirit Center is offering a retreat, Prayer and the Stages of Growth in God based on Teresa of Avila’s writings. It will be presented by Bernie Owens, S.J. from Thurs. 9/27 – Sunday, 9/30. For more info or to register, see www.holyspiritcenterak.org or call 346-2343.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
Please join Archbishop Roger L. Schwietz and Catholic Social Services for an ecumenical service to commemorate the 25th Anniversary of Brother Francis Shelter, Sunday, October 7, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at 1021 East 3rd Avenue. For more information contact Ellen Krsnak at 764-1150 or ekrsnak@cssalaska.org.
Brother Francis Shelter, a program of Catholic Social Services, needs paper products and cleaning supplies. During fiscal year 2007, 3,030 homeless men and women utilized the program. Supplies can be dropped off at 1021 East 3rd Avenue.
Catholic Socials Services’ McAuley Manor and Charlie Elder House need new pots and pans and bakeware. Please drop off items at 3710 East 20th Avenue or contact Cindy Sena-Martinez a 279-5772 or csena-martinez@cssalaska.org.
The HUGSS (Helping Us Give School Supplies) and Coats for Kids project recently served 4,763 kids in the Anchorage School District — A warm Thank You to all those who supported the project through donations, prayers or volunteer time.
Remember to visit the Catholic Social Services website at cssalaska.org for volunteer and donation opportunities.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Administrative Assistant: Join the staff of the Archdiocese of Anchorage and assist the Offices of Stewardship & Development, Ministerial Support Services and Administration through general clerical support. You never will be bored assisting with data entry (training on Raiser’s Edge software program provided), producing letters and mailings, planning and hosting small special events, and helping reception staff serve the public in person and over the phone. This full-time position pays $22,000 - $27,000/year and comes with good benefits. For additional information, [Click Here] visit www.archdioceseofanchorage.org or call Julie Alfred at 297-7718.
Posted by Julie Galligan at 04:14 AM.
September 10, 2007
24th Sunday in Ordinary Time - [Sept 17 - 23, 2007]
DISCIPLESHIP DAYS 2007 - "Many Roads Lead to Conversion, to Discipleship & to the Church"│Register Now for this year's Discipleship Days Conference, September 27-29, at Lumen Christi High School. Registration brochures are available at all parishes as well as on-line at www.archdioceseofanchorage.org. There will be over 50 workshops available to choose from for youth, young adults and adults. For more information contact Julie at 297-7710 or julie.galligan@caa-ak.org.
Invitation to Participate│The Discipleship Days committee invites all musicians and singers who would like to participate in Discipleship Days music ministry to contact Ed Grantier at (907) 727-7971 or Jennifer Hughes at (907) 227-1712. Practices are being held at St. Patrick Church every Tuesday prior to Disciplehship Days at 7:00 pm. Please come share your gifts.
End of Summer Course on St. John: Holy Family Cathedral provides an intensive course on St. John, presented by Fr. Giorgio Marcato, OP, (SSLic., SSDoc., Ecole Biblique Jerusalem) Professor of New Testament, Angelicum University, Rome, Italy. The classes will be from 7 – 8 pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, August 28, 29, 30, September 4, 5, 6, and September 11, 12, and 13. There is no charge for the 9 sessions but donations will be gladly received. Please bring your Bible to the sessions you attend. All classes will take place in the Holy Family Education Center, 844 W. 5th Ave. For additional information, please call Holy Family Cathedral, 276-3455.
October 5-7 Retrovialle of Alaska│Marriage Saving – the Post Session Phase –The post-weekend phase of Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi with a long i) is as crucial to the healing of a troubled marriage as the initial weekend experience. During the post-weekend sessions, the weekend technique is further developed and combined with additional tools to explore other areas of the marriage relationship. For confidential information about the program or to register for the Fall program beginning with a weekend October 5-7, 2007 call 1-800-360-2227 or visit the web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com
October 6 Lectio Divina│is an ancient way of praying the scriptures by listening to the Word of God at ever deepening levels. It is also a primary source for the method of Centering Prayer. An introductory workshop with continuing sessions will be offered Saturday, October 6th in the Education Center of Holy Family Cathedral (5th Ave & I st.) 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. There is no fee for this workshop but donations will be accepted for Contemplative Outreach. For registration of more information contact Kess Frey at 338-2894.
Two Up-Coming Opportunities for Nurses to Become Involved in Parish Ministry Parish Nurses of Alaska and Northwest Parish Nurse Ministries in collaboration with Providence Health System Alaska are sponsoring two up-coming training courses for nurses interested in parish ministry. Parish Nursing focuses on “whole-person” care “including the patient’s spiritual, physical and emotional needs”, according to Sr. Jackie Stoll,op, ANP, Archdiocesan coordinator for Parish Nursing and Parish Ministries of Health. The first course will be offered at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish in Soldotna and will be held October 11, 12, 13 and November 1, 2, 3 2007. The second course will be offered January 10-March 6, 2008 at Providence Medical Center in Anchorage. Go to the Archdiocesan website to download registration forms. For more info contact Sr. Jackie at 297-7736 or jsckie.stoll@caa-ak.org
Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies Year 2│ As an Archdiocese we have been blessed by a grant recieved by the Center for Ministry Development that has allowed the Center For Ministry Development to provide Youth Ministry training here in Anchorage at a discounted rate. In October we will enter the second year of this two year certification program. If you are interested in finding out more about how to get involved contact Julie Galligan @ (907) 297-7710 or julie.galligan@caa-ak.org
October 25-28 │ A.C.T.S. RETREATS-ACTS is an acronym signifying Adoration, Community, Theology, and Service. ACTS retreats are put on by lay people who desire to help the participants experience God’s love and joy throughout a 3-day weekend retreat and return to their church community with a deeper love for each other and a desire to become more involved in their faith community. The retreat is a spiritual gift from the team to you. The 3-day retreats are held at Meier Lake Conference Center in Wasilla, beginning on a Thursday evening and concluding on Sunday with Mass and an ice cream social at Sacred Heart Church. Retreat dates: Women’s retreat: October 25-28, 2007; Men’s retreat: November 1-4, 2007 Registration forms are available on the Juneau ACTS website [www.actsinaction.com]. Registration information, forms, and a sheet of Frequently Asked Questions are also available by email. Contact Bobbie Ackley at 376-0930 [bobbie05@mtaonline.net].
Worldwide Marriage Encounter of Alaska is a ministry that promotes healthy sacramental marriages. . POPE JOHN PAUL II endorsed it when he said "I place much of my hope for the Future in Marriage Encounter, which is a fantastic gift of the Catholic Church". Even if you have attended a previous WWME Weekend years ago we invite you experience the new outline. The next WWME Weekend is set for Nov. 2-4 in Anchorage. Please call for more information, 907-644-8677 or e-mail jnshouch@gci.net.
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)
September 27 – 30 Prayer and the Stages of Growth in God │ the Holy Spirit Center is offering a retreat, Prayer and the Stages of Growth in God based on Teresa of Avila’s writings. It will be presented by Bernie Owens, S.J. from Thurs. 9/27 – Sunday, 9/30. For more info or to register, see www.holyspiritcenterak.org or call 346-2343.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
Please join Archbishop Roger L. Schwietz and Catholic Social Services for an ecumenical service to commemorate the 25th Anniversary of Brother Francis Shelter, Sunday, October 7, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at 1021 East 3rd Avenue. For more information contact Ellen Krsnak at 764-1150 or ekrsnak@cssalaska.org.
Brother Francis Shelter, a program of Catholic Social Services, needs paper products and cleaning supplies. During fiscal year 2007, 3,030 homeless men and women utilized the program. Supplies can be dropped off at 1021 East 3rd Avenue.
Catholic Socials Services’ McAuley Manor and Charlie Elder House need new pots and pans and bakeware. Please drop off items at 3710 East 20th Avenue or contact Cindy Sena-Martinez a 279-5772 or csena-martinez@cssalaska.org.
The HUGSS (Helping Us Give School Supplies) and Coats for Kids project recently served 4,763 kids in the Anchorage School District — A warm Thank You to all those who supported the project through donations, prayers or volunteer time.
Remember to visit the Catholic Social Services website at cssalaska.org for volunteer and donation opportunities.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Administrative Assistant: Join the staff of the Archdiocese of Anchorage and assist the Offices of Stewardship & Development, Ministerial Support Services and Administration through general clerical support. You never will be bored assisting with data entry (training on Raiser’s Edge software program provided), producing letters and mailings, planning and hosting small special events, and helping reception staff serve the public in person and over the phone. This full-time position pays $22,000 - $27,000/year and comes with good benefits. For additional information, [Click Here] visit www.archdioceseofanchorage.org or call Julie Alfred at 297-7718.
Posted by Julie Galligan at 09:18 AM.
September 08, 2007
23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time - [Sept 10 - 16, 2007]
DISCIPLESHIP DAYS 2007 - "Many Roads Lead to Conversion, to Discipleship & to the Church" │ Register Online for this year's Discipleship Days Conference, September 27-29, at Lumen Christi High School. Registration brochures are available at all parishes as well as on-line at www.archdioceseofanchorage.org. There will be over 50 workshops available to choose from for youth, young adults and adults. For more information contact Julie at 297-7710 or julie.galligan@caa-ak.org.
Invitation to Participate│The Discipleship Days committee invites all musicians and singers who would like to participate in Discipleship Days music ministry to contact Ed Grantier at (907) 727-7971 or Jennifer Hughes at (907) 227-1712. Practices are being held at St. Patrick Church every Tuesday prior to Disciplehship Days at 7:00 pm. Please come share your gifts.
End of Summer Course on St. John: Holy Family Cathedral provides an intensive course on St. John, presented by Fr. Giorgio Marcato, OP, (SSLic., SSDoc., Ecole Biblique Jerusalem) Professor of New Testament, Angelicum University, Rome, Italy. The classes will be from 7 – 8 pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, August 28, 29, 30, September 4, 5, 6, and September 11, 12, and 13. There is no charge for the 9 sessions but donations will be gladly received. Please bring your Bible to the sessions you attend. All classes will take place in the Holy Family Education Center, 844 W. 5th Ave. For additional information, please call Holy Family Cathedral, 276-3455.
Two Up-Coming Opportunities for Nurses to Become Involved in Parish Ministry Parish Nurses of Alaska and Northwest Parish Nurse Ministries in collaboration with Providence Health System Alaska are sponsoring two up-coming training courses for nurses interested in parish ministry. Parish Nursing focuses on “whole-person” care “including the patient’s spiritual, physical and emotional needs”, according to Sr. Jackie Stoll,op, ANP, Archdiocesan coordinator for Parish Nursing and Parish Ministries of Health. The first course will be offered at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish in Soldotna and will be held October 11, 12, 13 and November 1, 2, 3 2007. The second course will be offered January 10-March 6, 2008 at Providence Medical Center in Anchorage. Go to the Archdiocesan website to download registration forms. For more info contact Sr. Jackie at 297-7736 or jsckie.stoll@caa-ak.org
Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies Year 2│ As an Archdiocese we have been bless to have received a grant that has allowed the Center For Ministry Development to provide Youth Ministry training here in Anchorage at a discounted rate. In October we will enter the second year of this two year certification program. If you are interested in finding out more about how to get involved contact Julie Galligan @ (907) 297-7710 or julie.galligan@caa-ak.org
October 25-28 │ A.C.T.S. RETREATS-ACTS is an acronym signifying Adoration, Community, Theology, and Service. ACTS retreats are put on by lay people who desire to help the participants experience God’s love and joy throughout a 3-day weekend retreat and return to their church community with a deeper love for each other and a desire to become more involved in their faith community. The retreat is a spiritual gift from the team to you. The 3-day retreats are held at Meier Lake Conference Center in Wasilla, beginning on a Thursday evening and concluding on Sunday with Mass and an ice cream social at Sacred Heart Church. Retreat dates: Women’s retreat: October 25-28, 2007; Men’s retreat: November 1-4, 2007 Registration forms are available on the Juneau ACTS website [www.actsinaction.com]. Registration information, forms, and a sheet of Frequently Asked Questions are also available by email. Contact Bobbie Ackley at 376-0930 [bobbie05@mtaonline.net].
October 4-6 Retrovialle 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 Fall program beginning with a weekend October 5-7, 2007 call 1-907-360-2227 or visit our web site at www.Retrouvaille.org
October 6 Lectio Divina│is an ancient way of praying the scriptures by listening to the Word of God at ever deepening levels. It is also a primary source for the method of Centering Prayer. An introductory workshop with continuing sessions will be offered Saturday, October 6th in the Education Center of Holy Family Cathedral (5th Ave & I st.) 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. There is no fee for this workshop but donations will be accepted for Contemplative Outreach. For registration of more information contact Kess Frey at 338-2894.
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)
September 27 – 30 Prayer and the Stages of Growth in God │ the Holy Spirit Center is offering a retreat, Prayer and the Stages of Growth in God based on Teresa of Avila’s writings. It will be presented by Bernie Owens, S.J. from Thurs. 9/27 – Sunday, 9/30. For more info or to register, see www.holyspiritcenterak.org or call 346-2343.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
Catholic Social Services' St. Francis House needs help meeting the needs of the hungry in our community. Rice, beans, vegetables and fruit are in great demand at the food pantry. Please bring your donations to your parish collection box or drop off at 3710 East 20th Avenue during business hours. For more information contact Gabrielle Mabry at 222-7323 or gmabry@cssalaska.org.
Remember to visit the Catholic Social Services website at cssalaska.org for volunteer and donation opportunities.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Administrative Assistant: Join the staff of the Archdiocese of Anchorage and assist the Offices of Stewardship & Development, Ministerial Support Services and Administration through general clerical support. You never will be bored assisting with data entry (training on Raiser’s Edge software program provided), producing letters and mailings, planning and hosting small special events, and helping reception staff serve the public in person and over the phone. This full-time position pays $22,000 - $27,000/year and comes with good benefits. For additional information, [Click Here] visit www.archdioceseofanchorage.org or call Julie Alfred at 297-7718.
Posted by Julie Galligan at 04:28 PM.
September 01, 2007
22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time [Sept. 3 - 9, 2007]
DISCIPLESHIP DAYS 2007 - "Many Roads Lead to Conversion, to Discipleship & to the Church" │ Register Online for this year's Discipleship Days Conference, September 27-29, at Lumen Christi High School. Registration brochures are available at all parishes as well as on-line at www.archdioceseofanchorage.org. There will be over 50 workshops available to choose from for youth, young adults and adults. For more information contact Julie at 297-7710 or julie.galligan@caa-ak.org.
Invitation to Participate│The Discipleship Days committee invites all musicians and singers who would like to participate in Discipleship Days music ministry to contact Ed Grantier at (907) 727-7971 or Jennifer Hughes at (907) 227-1712. Practices are being held at St. Patrick Church every Tuesday prior to Disciplehship Days at 7:00 pm. Please come share your gifts.
Holy Rosary Academy, a Catholic School for students in K -12 grades, is now accepting applications for the fall semester. With the exceptions of Kindergarten 6th and 8th grades, there are from one to five openings per class. Information about the school can be obtained at www.holyrosaryacademy.net or by calling 276-5822.
Two Up-Coming Opportunities for Nurses to Become Involved in Parish Ministry Parish Nurses of Alaska and Northwest Parish Nurse Ministries in collaboration with Providence Health System Alaska are sponsoring two up-coming training courses for nurses interested in parish ministry. Parish Nursing focuses on “whole-person” care “including the patient’s spiritual, physical and emotional needs”, according to Sr. Jackie Stoll,op, ANP, Archdiocesan coordinator for Parish Nursing and Parish Ministries of Health. The first course will be offered at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish in Soldotna and will be held October 11, 12, 13 and November 1, 2, 3 2007. The second course will be offered January 10-March 6, 2008 at Providence Medical Center in Anchorage. Go to the Archdiocesan website to download registration forms. For more info contact Sr. Jackie at 297-7736 or jsckie.stoll@caa-ak.org
End of Summer Course on St. John: Holy Family Cathedral provides an intensive course on St. John, presented by Fr. Giorgio Marcato, OP, (SSLic., SSDoc., Ecole Biblique Jerusalem) Professor of New Testament, Angelicum University, Rome, Italy. The classes will be from 7 – 8 pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, August 28, 29, 30, September 4, 5, 6, and September 11, 12, and 13. There is no charge for the 9 sessions but donations will be gladly received. Please bring your Bible to the sessions you attend. All classes will take place in the Holy Family Education Center, 844 W. 5th Ave. For additional information, please call Holy Family Cathedral, 276-3455.
Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies Year 2│ As an Archdiocese we have been bless to have received a grant that has allowed the Center For Ministry Development to provide Youth Ministry training here in Anchorage at a discounted rate. In October we will enter the second year of this two year certification program. If you are interested in finding out more about how to get involved contact Julie Galligan @ (907) 297-7710 or julie.galligan@caa-ak.org
October 25-28 │ A.C.T.S. RETREATS-ACTS is an acronym signifying Adoration, Community, Theology, and Service. ACTS retreats are put on by lay people who desire to help the participants experience God’s love and joy throughout a 3-day weekend retreat and return to their church community with a deeper love for each other and a desire to become more involved in their faith community. The retreat is a spiritual gift from the team to you. The 3-day retreats are held at Meier Lake Conference Center in Wasilla, beginning on a Thursday evening and concluding on Sunday with Mass and an ice cream social at Sacred Heart Church. Retreat dates: Women’s retreat: October 25-28, 2007; Men’s retreat: November 1-4, 2007 Registration forms are available on the Juneau ACTS website [www.actsinaction.com]. Registration information, forms, and a sheet of Frequently Asked Questions are also available by email. Contact Bobbie Ackley at 376-0930 [bobbie05@mtaonline.net].
October 4-6 Retrovialle of Alaska│Thinking about Separation or Divorce? – Is your marriage or that of a relative or friend heading for divorce? Do you know how to save that marriage? Or do you feel helpless? Retrouvaille (pronounced retro-vi with a long i) is designed to help troubled marriages regain their health. It helps spouses uncover or re-awaken the love, trust and commitment that originally brought them together. The program is highly successful in saving hurting marriages, even bringing reconciliation to couples who have already separated or divorced. For confidential information about the program or to register for the Fall program beginning with a weekend October 5-7, 2007 call
1-907-360-2227 or visit our web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com
October 6 Lectio Divina│is an ancient way of praying the scriptures by listening to the Word of God at ever deepening levels. It is also a primary source for the method of Centering Prayer. An introductory workshop with continuing sessions will be offered Saturday, October 6th in the Education Center of Holy Family Cathedral (5th Ave & I st.) 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. There is no fee for this workshop but donations will be accepted for Contemplative Outreach. For registration of more information contact Kess Frey at 338-2894.
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)
September 27 – 30 Prayer and the Stages of Growth in God │ the Holy Spirit Center is offering a retreat, Prayer and the Stages of Growth in God based on Teresa of Avila’s writings. It will be presented by Bernie Owens, S.J. from Thurs. 9/27 – Sunday, 9/30. For more info or to register, see www.holyspiritcenterak.org or call 346-2343.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
Catholic Social Services' St. Francis House needs help meeting the needs of the hungry in our community. Rice, beans, vegetables and fruit are in great demand at the food pantry. Please bring your donations to your parish collection box or drop off at 3710 East 20th Avenue during business hours. For more information contact Gabrielle Mabry at 222-7323 or gmabry@cssalaska.org.
Remember to visit the Catholic Social Services website at cssalaska.org for volunteer and donation opportunities.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Catholic Anchor seeks Graphic Artist, for more information [click here]
Administrative Assistant: Join the staff of the Archdiocese of Anchorage and assist the Offices of Stewardship & Development, Ministerial Support Services and Administration through general clerical support. You never will be bored assisting with data entry (training on Raiser’s Edge software program provided), producing letters and mailings, planning and hosting small special events, and helping reception staff serve the public in person and over the phone. This full-time position pays $22,000 - $27,000/year and comes with good benefits. For additional information, [Click Here] visit www.archdioceseofanchorage.org or call Julie Alfred at 297-7718.
Posted by Julie Galligan at 09:39 PM.
