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February 23, 2008

3rd Sunday of Lent - [February 24 - March 3, 2008]

SPECIAL MASSES & LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
March 15│Catholic Native Mass at St. Anthony Church 5:30 p.m. followed by a potluck
March 17│CHRISM MASS at Holy Family Cathedral 7:00 p.m. followed by a reception
March 21│Good Friday Faith Walk throughout the city of Anchorage ending in town square for the final three stations.

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 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 & 9│Certificate in Youth Ministry: Course on Pastoral Care – This course will explore the principles and methods of caring for young people from various cultures and their families. The course develops and understanding of the breadth and depth of pastoral care, family systems and adolescent development. The goal of the course is two fold: a) to promote healthy adolescent development from a pastoral care perspective and b) to develop preventative interventions for families with adolescents. For more information about participating in this course contact Julie at 297-7710 or jgalligan@caa-ak.org.

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.

March 30 │"Islamic Law and Life Past and Present" - Dr. Ingrid Mattson is the President of the Islamic Society of North America, the Director of the Islamic Chaplaincy Center and Professor of Islamic Studies at the MacDonald Center for Islamic Studies and Christian-Muslim Relations at Hartford Seminary. Dr. Mattson's Public lecture on Islamic Law and Life will begin at 2:00 pm in the Wendy Williamson Auditorium at UAA, for more information contact Mary-Margaret at (907) 564-8264 or religion@alaskapacific.edu

April 4 │ Lumen Christi High School 2008 Spring Gala: Lumen Christi High School is accepting donations and reservations for its 2008 Spring Gala. The event is set for 6 p.m. April 4 at the Egan Center, and includes dinner plus live and silent auctions. Items up for bid so far include a Utah ski trip, tickets to a Notre Dame football game, fine jewelry, a Caribbean cruise, tools, toys, sporting goods and much more. Tickets are $70 per person, or $600 for a family table of 8. Lumen Christi is the Archdiocese of Anchorage Catholic high school, serving students in grades 7-12 from Anchorage, Eagle River and Palmer. For information about the school, or to make a donation or reservations, call 333-3684 or e-mail carolben@gci.net.

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

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.

Please join Archbishop Roger L. Schwietz, OMI for a blessing and open house to honor the collaboration between Birthright and Catholic Social Services’ Pregnancy Support Services, Tuesday, March 25, 2008, 4 - 6:00 p.m. at 3721 E. 20th Avenue. If you would like to donate to the newly merged program, toiletries for birth moms, powered infant formula, larger size disposable diapers and clear plastic bins (11-gallon size with lids to organize baby clothes) are needed. 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.

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.

Deputy Director of Development: Covenant House Alaska Join a dynamic, successful development team at Covenant House Alaska. We are searching for Deputy Director of Development to help us increase our capacity. This individual will work with the Development Director, and Leadership Team to implement the agency’s revenue plan and cultivate foundation, government, corporate, and major individual donor relationships. The Deputy Development Director will supervise or co-supervise a small number of staff, volunteers, or interns. For more information contact Barb Jewell at bmjewell@covhouse.alaska.com.

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 Cindy Lentine at 04:00 PM.

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

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.

CARDINAL NEWMAN CHAIR OF ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY

HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)

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.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES:

Posted by Cindy Lentine at 08:33 AM.

February 09, 2008

1st Sunday of Lent - [Feb 10 - Feb 17, 2008]

SPECIAL MASSES & LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
February 10│RITE OF ELECTION, Our Lady of Guadalupe Church @ 2:00 pm
February 16│Catholic Native Mass, St. Anthony Church @ 5:30 pm
February 21│Clair House 25th Anniversary Blessing, 4 - 6:00 p.m. at 420 West 54th Avenue

February 16│Lenten Prayer Day / The Catholic Daughters of the Americas are hosting a one day Lenten retreat, Saturday, February 16, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 3900 Wisconsin Street. Father Jim Oberle, S.S. will be the facilitator. This Lenten Day of Prayer is open to all women. To register call Dona Boschee, 646-4626.

February 16│St. Mary's Village School Alumni & Staff Reunion - St. Anthony Parish Noon till 6:30 PM. Please join us for an afternoon of remembering old times and old friends, dancing, singing, raffle & bake sale (for Tekakwitha Conference). The day will conclude at 4:30 with clean-up and Mass at 5:30 pm our monthly Native liturgy. If you have your school sweater, pictures, etc. please bring them. All Gemma Gaudio 337-2583 or Sister Donna 297-7777 (10 am to 3:30 pm)

CARDINAL NEWMAN CHAIR OF ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY

HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)

CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES

Male mentors for Catholic Social Services’ Charlie Elder House are needed to offer teens the chance to develop a relationship with one or more adults, other than caregivers and teachers, who become friends, role models and advocates for them. Mentoring can take several forms, including tutoring, career exploration, life skills development, game playing and going to sports, entertainment or cultural events. Please contact Melissa at 222-7344 or mbartley@cssalaska.org to receive more information about this enriching and rewarding volunteer commitment.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES:

Administrative Assistant: for the Office of Evangelization & Worship Services - Archdiocese of Anchorage--- provide clerical support for multi-person office. Proficiency with MS Word, Publisher required. Experience with ACCESS or other databases, Excel, and web software preferred. Must be actively practicing Catholic with good communications skills. Full time. Please send resume with to Julie Galligan, 225 Cordova, Anchorage, Alaska 99501 or e-mail resume to jgalligan@caa-ak.org. For questions call (907) 297-7710. Position open until filled. For a more detailed job description visit: www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/employment/

Elementary School Principal - Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton School (SEAS), a Catholic Kindergarten through 6th grade school, is accepting applications for the 2008-2009 school year. SEAS School is located in the 2900 block of East Huffman Road. It has one class per grade with a maximum enrollment of 175 students. SEAS School is accredited as an elementary school through the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools. It has a warm and caring atmosphere, a supportive parish and an involved parent group. Applicants are required to have, or be qualified for, a Type B State of Alaska Administrator Certificate and at least 5 years’ teaching experience. Preference is for a practicing Catholic, but all qualified applicants will be considered. Completed applications must be received by: February 1st, 2008. For a more detailed job description visit: www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/employment/

Posted by Cindy Lentine at 03:23 PM.

February 02, 2008

4th Sunday in Ordinary Time - [February 3 - February 10, 2008]

SPECIAL MASSES & LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
February 3│Confirmation Celebration, Holy Cross Church @ 11:00 am
February 6│ASH WEDNESDAY
February 10│RITE OF ELECTION, Our Lady of Guadalupe Church @ 2:00 pm
February 16│Catholic Native Mass, St. Anthony Church @ 5:30 pm

SALT (Scripture And Leadership Training) Season Two: Please join us at one of the following locations:
Beginning Sundays, January 27th at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Anchorage-from 2:45 - 5:15pm - Gospel of St. Mark
Beginning Mondays, February 4th at Our Lady of Guadalupe, Anchorage- from 7:00 - 9:30pm - Writings of St. Paul
Beginning Tuesdays, January 22nd at Our Lady of the Lake, Big Lake - from 7:00 - 9:30pm - Writings of St. Paul
Beginning Wednesdays, February 6 at Holy Spirit Center, Anchorage- from 7:00 - 9:00pm - Gospel of St. Mark
For details call 297-7741 or 762-5417; Email jgaugier@caa-ak.org or bblock@pacificrimproperties.com

February 5 │2008 Saint Francis of Assisi Awards: Nominations are In! Come join with us in honoring all of the nominees. Awards will be presented at the 6th Annual St. Francis of Assisi Awards Banquet on Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at the Hilton Anchorage Hotel. For more information regarding reservations, visit www.archdioceseofanchorage.org or call Julie at 297-7718.

February 7│Archdiocesan Town Hall Meeting , Archbishop Roger Schwietz will once again host a Town Hall Meeting open to everyone. The topic will be on Archdiocesan finances. This gathering will take place in the Lumen Christi HS Library (8110 Jewel Lake Rd.) Thursday, Feb. 7th @7:00 pm

February 8-10 |Retrouvaille of Alaska: Stress in Your Marriage?– There is less than a week left to signup for Retrouvaille. Retrouvaille is a program for married couples that feel bored, frustrated, or angry in their marriage. Some experience coldness and simply shut down. Others experience conflict and arguments in their relationship. Most don’t know how to change the situation or even communicate with their spouse about it. 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 8,9,10, 2008 call (907) 360-2227 or visit our web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Lumen Christi High School is in the process of preparing and organizing their library in order to offer students the opportunity to enhance their studies through research via technology as well as the wealth of books now available to them. To make this happen, the school needs retired or other volunteer librarians to assist in the cataloguing of books and keeping the library in appropriate order. Our goal is to have automated cataloging and all in readiness for an active library in September ’08 and continued service into the future.

Currently there are two volunteers who give one-half day per week in the school library. Our hope is that others who have the knowledge and time will grant us a full day or less to complete the time schedule for each school day – Monday through Friday. Please call Shannon Jones, Asst. Principal, for further information at 245-9231. Your help will be gratefully received.

CARDINAL NEWMAN CHAIR OF ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY

HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)

CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES

JOB OPPORTUNITIES:

Posted by Cindy Lentine at 06:18 PM.