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February 16, 2008
2nd Sunday of Lent - [February 17 - 23, 2008]
SPECIAL MASSES & LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
February 21│Clare House 25th Anniversary Blessing, 4 - 6:00 p.m. at 420 West 54th Avenue
March 15│Catholic Native Mass at St. Anthony Church 5:30 p.m. followed by a potluck
New Medjugorje television program Each Friday this year at 9:30 PM, a series of shows, “Medjugorje, Our Mother’s Last Call” are being broadcast on GCI Channel 18, CREDO. The half-hour films produced in Medjugorje by Mary TV feature Sr. Emmanuel sharing the beautiful and urgent messages Our Lady miraculously gives us from this parish! These programs air on more than 23 TV stations in the US. Be prepared to record them each Friday and share with friends.
February 20 │The Future of Islam: Toward the Islamic Reformation"– Reza Aslan, an international acclaimed Iranian-American writer, scholar of religions and author of the international best seller No god but God. He is a regular commentator for NPR's Marketplace, Middle East Analyst for CBS News, and John Stewart's "go-to guy" for all things relating to the Islamic world on the "Daily Show." Reza Aslan's public lecture and book signing will begin at 7:00 pm in the UAA Wendy Williamson Auditorium on Providence Drive.
February 20 │A Prayer Opportunity – Women Sharing Faith The Adrian Dominican Sisters in Anchorage invite single women 18-45 to come and share prayer, conversation and dessert in our home on the third Wednesday of each month from 7:00-8:30. Our next gathering is Wednesday, February 20. For more information contact us at (907) 770-7675.
February 21 │ "I Will Not Leave You Orphans" - Greg Froelich Ph.D. Doctorate in Medieval Philosophy; Director of Curriculum at Holy Rosary Academy will be the presenter for this months Theology on Tap at the Snow Goose Restaruant, Thursday, February 21st. The doors open at 7:00 pm and the presentation begins at 7:30 pm, for more information contact Arthur at (907) 360-2323.
February 24-28 │ "God's Healing Love" - Fr. Robert Morin, OMI will present a five-day Parish Mission during the Lenten season at Holy Cross church (2627 Lore Road, Anchorage), Sunday, Feb 24 - Thursday, Feb 28. All interested persons are invited to attend each evening at 7:00 pm. For more information contact the parish staff at (907) 349-8338.
March 2 │ "Islam and Diversity" - Dr. Muzammil Siddiqi is chairman of the Fiqh council of North America. He is a prominent American Muslim, an Islamic scholar and a theologian. He is the past-president of the Islamic Society of North America and has been called to council President George W. Bush. Dr. Siddiqi's public lecture on Islam and Diversity will begin at 2:00 pm in the Wendy Williamson Auditorium at UAA.
March 8│Bundles of Joy: Community Baby Shower – this baby shower is co-hosted by Soroptimist International of Anchorage and Soroptimist International of Cook Inlet who are working to benefit and are in partnership with Catholic Social Services; Clare House, The Salvation Army; Booth Home, Southcentral Foundation; Dena A Coy, Abused Women’s Aid In Crisis (A.W.A.I.C.). The Baby Shower will take place Saturday, March 8th from 10 am – 4 pm at the Northway Mall in the Gottschalk’s Common area near Gabriel’s.
March 8 │Akathist Saturday – St. Nicholas of Myra Byzantine Catholic Church invites everyone to celebrate with them Saturday March 8th at 9:00 am (2200 Arctic Blvd., Anchorage). Akathist Saturday is the beautiful celebration by which the Byzantine Catholic Church celebrates the divine Motherhood of the Blessed Virgin Mary which was solemnly proclaimed in 431 AD at the Council of Ephesus. The Akathistos celebrates and explains the Virgins role in the mystery of the Incarnation. However, as the Thanksgiving Hymn to the Blessed Mother, it was celebrated after the miraculous deliverance of Constantinople from a siege in 626 AD. This service soon became the hymn of thanksgiving for Mary’s heavenly intercession and help and was assigned liturgically to the 5th Saturday of Lent called Akathistos Saturday. This service is held only once a year and lasts approximately 1 hour. A short history of the icons and icon screen of St. Nicholas will be provided for those who wish to remain for that after the service.
April 18-20 │ Beginning Experience – This peer support ministry is for people who are separated, widowed, and divorced. Beginning Experience is hosting a weekend for adults in Fairbanks from April 18-20, 2008 (Friday through Sunday). The cost is $250. Registration is due 30 days before the weekend. For more information, please leave a message at the Beginning Experience Message phone: (907) 455-6004, or call Joyce at (907) 452-6303. For applications and/or brochures, please contact Fr. Eric Wiseman at St. Anthony's, 333-5324 (e-mail: mungarau@peaceaction.org), or Mona at 622-9789 (Eagle River). You may also check the Fairbanks Beginning Experience website at fairbanksbe@yahoo.com , their mailing address is: Fairbanks Beginning Experience, P. O. Box 74401, Fairbanks, Alaska 99707.
CARDINAL NEWMAN CHAIR OF ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY
The Cardinal Newman Chair at Alaska Pacific University welcomes interested adults to a selection of undergraduate courses for a modest fee, (CEC or CEUs can be arranged) To register and pay come 15 minutes before the first class. For information: 564-8274 or rleiner@alaskapacific.edu The Bible as Literature: will read and discuss a selection of books and passages from the Bible that shape western understandings of God, humanity, ideals of human behavior, and the world in which we live. Classes are on Tuesdays 6:00-9:30 p.m. February 12- April 22, 2008, Carr-Gottstein Hall 103-104. Observer Fee: $150. Engaging Muslims: Religion, Cultures, Politics: will provide an overview of Islam, meet with Muslims and read and discuss the books or articles written or suggested by the headliner speakers in the Engaging Muslim program. Members of this class will have reserved seats at the four public lectures in Wendy Williamson auditorium on 2/20, 3/2, 3/30 and 4/13. Classes are on Wednesdays, 7:00-9:20 p.m. February 13-April 23, 2008. Carr-Gottstein Hall 103-104.
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)
March 1 | Outdoor Stations of the Cross for Lent - Bring a spirit of adventure and awe for a luminaria-lit walk of the Stations of the Cross through the woods at Holy Spirit Center. After the Stations, the group will gather in Resurrection Chapel for Hot cocoa and Taize prayer by candle light. Bring snowshoes if you have them. Youth and RCIA groups are most welcome. Saturday, March 1 at 7:00 PM at Resurrection Chapel at Holy Spirit Center, 10980 Hillside Drive.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
Please join Archbishop Roger L. Schwietz, OMI for a blessing and open house to commemorate Clare House’s 25th Anniversary, Thursday, February 21, 2008, 4 - 6:00 p.m. at 420 West 54th Avenue. Clare House is a program of Catholic Social Services that provides emergency shelter to women and children.
Catholic Social Services' Refugee Assistance and Immigration Services will soon be welcoming families from Darfur, Togo, Mali and the Congo. These families are victims of civil war. They will need household goods to include bedding, small appliances, cleaning supplies, etc. Warm winter clothing in good condition is also greatly appreciated. Please contact Lu at 222-7359 or lsmole@cssalaska.org for more information.
Catholic Social Services’ Pregnancy Support & Adoption Services cordially invites you to the Quilt, Fiber & Wearable Arts auction on Saturday, March 1, 2008 at the ConocoPhillips Atrium. This event is free and open to the public from 12:00 noon – 3:00 p.m. For more information or to purchase raffle tickets for a stunning Alaskan themed queen-size quilt contact Katie Bender at 222-7338 or kbender@cssalaska.org.
Bundles of Joy – A Community Baby Shower benefiting Catholic Social Services’ Clare House (and other non-profits serving babies) will be held Saturday, March 8, 2008 from 10 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. in the Gottschalk’s Common near Gabriel’s at the Northway Mall. Baby items needed. For more information contact Ellen Krsnak at 222-7327 or ekrsnak@cssalaska.org.
The HUGSS (Helping Us Give School Supplies) & Coats for Kids project is accepting gently used coats with working zippers. Coats of all sizes are needed and can be dropped off at Fireweed Cleaners at 500 E. Fireweed Lane. The distribution event will be held August 7th & 8th at Mt. View Boys & Girls Club. For more information contact Ellen Krsnak at 222-7327.
Catholic Social Services’ Pregnancy Support Services needs clear plastic bins (11-gallon size) with lids to organize baby clothes. Toiletries for birth moms are also needed and gratefully accepted. Please contact Debbie Sell at 222-7315 or drop off at CSS at 3710 East 20th Avenue between the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Catholic Social Services is currently has several job openings available for full details on the positions listed below please visit the CSS web-site at www.cssalaska.org. Positions Available: Program Manager for St. Frances House, Accounting Technicians, Receptionist, Case Manager
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Part Time Receptionist Position Available - Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish is seeking bilingual (English-Spanish) applicants for a part time position as receptionist for the Parish Office. Hours will not normally exceed 25 hours per week and 5 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Duties include greeting visitors; answering phone calls, bulletin preparation, preparation of reports and letters, record keeping, filing, and other duties as assigned. Applicant should have good personal work skills and knowledge of basic computer skills to include Microsoft Word and Microsoft Publisher. This part time position does not include benefits such as medical insurance or sick leave. Salary depends upon experience. Contact Leandra Childs in the Parish Office at 248-2000 ext. 208.
Director of Youth Ministry - Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, a vibrant 1,400 family faith community in Anchorage, Alaska, is seeking a faithful and passionate Catholic who loves Jesus and His Church and is called vocationally to the young church, for full time employment as the Director of Youth Ministry. The successful candidate will be one who strives to lead a life of personal holiness and expresses a heartfelt desire to lead teens closer to the heart of our Lord. Applicants should have at least a Bachelors degree in a related field and a minimum of three years experience in youth ministry. Position is responsible for overseeing continued vision and growth of the Jr. and Sr. High programs, including Confirmation, with special attention given to empowering lay leadership among both adults and teens in accordance with the bishops document Renewing the Vision. Salary and benefits consistent with qualification and experience. To apply please send a resume by March 1, 2008 to Fr. Tom Lilly either by email (frtom@akseas.net) or letter to 2901 E. Huffman Rd. Anchorage, AK. 99516. For further information call the parish at 907-345-4466.
Posted by Julie Galligan on February 16, 2008 08:33 AM.
