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May 31, 2008
9th Sunday in Ordinary Time - [June 1 - June 8, 2008]
SPECIAL MASSES & LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
May 31 │ Mass for Fr. Vincent Beuzer, SJ celebrating his 50 years as a priest - Holy Spirit Center on Saturday, May 31 at 3pm.
June 1 │ Mass for Fr. Stan Allie celebrating his 50 years as a priest - Sacred Heart Parish in Wasilla on Sunday, June 1 at 3pm.
June 2-5 │ Alaska Catholic Youth Conference (ACYC) -High School youth from throughout Alaska will gather at St Elizabeth Ann Seton church in Anchorage for four days of faith-filled liturgies, workshops, music, service projects and just being present to one another. Parents are invited to attend the various workshops and keynote presentations but need to sign in during registration. Registration forms are available in your parishes, for more information please contact Matthew Beck (907) 745-3229 or email: matthewb@st-mikesparish.org
June 3 │ The first of two Billings Ovulation Method classes will be held on Tuesday, June 3, at 7pm at Providence Hospital. The follow-up class will be held on June 17 at 7pm. The one-time cost is $40.00 per couple. Classes are held each month on the first and third Tuesdays. If you are unable to attend these scheduled classes, please call so we can arrange a different date. Personal instruction via email is also available on the Internet at the Billings Ovulation Method website: http://www.woomb.org/bom/teaching/learningBOM.html Please call Rachael at 770-0444 or Pam at 297-7740, for more information or to register for the class.
June 7 │ Santacruzan in Alaska! Celebrating Filipino-Religious tradition. Saturday, June 7 - Procession at 12pm - noon (assemble at Conoco Phillips parking lot). Mass at 1pm - Holy Family Cathedral with Main Celebrant Archbishop Roger Schwietz. For more information please call Fr. Luz Flores at 297-7726.
June 8 │ Our Lady of Perpetual Help parish in Soldotna is rededicating the old church as the Redeemptorist Center at a Mass – Sunday, June 8 at 5pm. Anyone in the Archdiocese who was involved on the peninsula with the building of the old church/rectory in the beginning, please join us for this celebration. Some of the Redemptorist priests will be joining us. Questions may be directed to Pat Murray, 262-7801.
June 17 │ To mark the one year anniversary of its former pastor, Father Alfred Giebel, St. Benedict's parish will celebrate a Memorial Mass on Tuesday June 17th at 7pm in the parish church. All are invited to attend this Mass in Father Giebel's memory.
June 20th & 27th from 7:00 – 9:00 pm & June 21st & 28th from 1:00 – 3:00 pm - Apologetics workshop presented by Fr. Michael Shields of Magadan Russia – All are invited to join Fr. Mike Shields at St. Patrick Parish to be strengthened in faith and love for the Bible. Topics that will be covered during these sessions are: 1) Apologetic what is it and why is it necessary, 2) One church, 3) The church where the bible came from, 4) Authority passed down by Jesus-Peter the rock, 5) Sole fide (only faith?), 6) Sole scriptura (only the Bible?) , 7) Salvation once and for all or a process, 8) Mary and the Saints and purgatory , 9) The rapture a new tradition of man not taught in the bible, 10) How to share your faith. Bring your bible and notebook: For more information call the parish office at (907) 337-1538
Abortion can cause many unexpected side effects for a woman, including depression, anxiety, lowered self esteem, regret. If you know someone who has been affected by abortion, Project Rachel provides a process for healing of these sufferings in a caring and confidential setting. A new group will begin in late June. One-to-one support is available anytime. Please call 297-7781 or toll-free 800-434-3344 outside Anchorage for more information.
July 7-11 │"Catechesis of the Good Shepherd" Training Available This form of faith formation utilizes Montessori method for 3-6 year olds. Please join us for a week of training. Laura Bastulli-Parran, Director of the Good Shepherd Center at Holy Rosary in Cleveland, Ohio will provide training in Anchorage. Cost $125.00 includes all materials and books. Scholarships are available. For more information please call Brigitte Youngblood at 351-5552 or Lynn Schmidt at 622-8418. To find out more about "Catechesis of the Good Shepherd" log on to http://www.cgsaust.org.au
July 18 │ An Evening at the Lighthouse Gardens -Enjoy good food and wine, beautiful music and great company in award winning gardens. A wonderful event to benefit the St. Andrew Parish Landscaping Fund, rain or shine, at the Lighthouse Gardens Friday, July 18 – 5 to 9pm. Tickets $100 per person. Must be 21 years or older to attend this event - Please call Bridget McCleskey at 694-5321 for more information.
July 19 │ local Celebration of WYD - Holy Spirit Center - Young Adults ages 18 to 35. Mass with the Pope via live feed from World Youth Day in Sydney, Australia! Joyful music, prayer, reflection and BBQ! Details coming soon.
August 8 │ Farewell potluck dinner for Fr. Don Bramble, OP on Friday, August 8 (Feast of St. Dominic) at 6pm at Holy Family Cathedral.
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)
June 13-15 │ 6:45pm -10:30am Three-day individually Directed Retreat Led by Armand Nigro, S.J. and Rosemary Insley, LCSW. The shortest of our 2008 Ignatian retreats, the three-day format nevertheless offers profound opportunities for spiritual growth and healing. The cost for this individually-directed retreat is $195, with registration and a $50 deposit due no later than June 6, 2008. Register on-line or call 907-346-2343.
June 23-July 23 │6:45pm - 10:30am Thirty-day Individually Directed Retreat This retreat is directed by Armand Nigro, S.J., Vincent Beuzer, S.J., and Rosemary Insley, LCSW. For those who are able, the thirty-day format allows deep immersion in the spiritual exercises and the rhythm of retreat life. The cost for this individually-directed retreat is $2,095, with registration and a $600 deposit due no later than June 14, 2008. Register online or call 907-346-2343
Catholic Social Services
The Moose Ate Our Flowers . . . Clare House “Virtual” Garden Party 2008. The Garden Party, held at the BP Atrium, has been a traditional fundraiser for Catholic Social Services’ Clare House for many years. This year a few key sponsors were unable to support the Garden Party so we are hosting a “virtual” Garden Party, a new approach to the traditional event. Please visit cssalaska.org to make a donation or contact Ellen Krsnak at 222-7344 or ekrsnak@cssalaska.org for more information.
Does your heart skip a beat when you see a newborn baby? If so, do we have the volunteer opportunity for you! Catholic Social Services’ Pregnancy Support Baby Boutique needs volunteers between the hours of 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays. The Baby Boutique is located at 3721 E. 20th Avenue. Please contact Melissa Bartley at 222-7344 or mbartley@cssalaska.org for more information.
The teen homes at Catholic Social Services (McAuley Manor & Charlie Elder House) are in need of pillow & mattress covers and towels. If you would like to donate please contact Ellen Krsnak at 222-7327 or ekrsnak@cssalaska.org or drop off items at the CSS Center at 3710 East 20th Avenue between the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Thank you!
Bishop’s Attic │free pickup services on Tuesdays and Thursdays for donated items - please call 279-6328 to schedule. Bishop Attic is also selling a new cookbook as a fundraiser. They are $3.00 each and are on sale at the 1100 Gambell Street store. Proceeds of all sales go to support Catholic Social Services and programs at the Archdioceses.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
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.
Principal - Lumen Christi JR/SR High School (a ministry of St. Benedict's parish) is in the process of hiring a principal. Interested parties may obtain further information and a position description by contracting LCHSsearch@gmail.com or you submit a resume to the Search Committee in care of: Fr. Steven Moore, Pastor, St. Benedict’s Church, 8110 Jewel Lake Road, Anchorage, Alaska 99502.
General Chemistry Teacher - Lumen Christi Catholic High School is looking for a Science teacher for the 2008-2009 school year. Qualified applicants should have experience in Chemistry, Physics, and General Science. Knowledge of safe lab procedures is a necessity. We are also looking for a Debate (DDF) coach. For additional information and details, please contact: Principal Jim Yeargan at lchsprincipal@alaska.net or call 229-1945
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.
Posted by Cindy Lentine at 04:58 PM.
May 20, 2008
Most Holy Body & Blood of Christ [May 25 – June 1, 2008]
SPECIAL MASSES & LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
May 31 │ Mass for Fr. Vincent Beuzer, SJ celebrating his 50 years as a priest - Holy Spirit Center on Saturday, May 31 at 3pm.
June 1 │ Mass for Fr. Stan Allie celebrating his 50 years as a priest - Sacred Heart Parish in Wasilla on Sunday, June 1 at 3pm.
June 2-5 │ Alaska Catholic Youth Conference (ACYC) -High School youth from throughout Alaska will gather at St Elizabeth Ann Seton church in Anchorage for four days of faith-filled liturgies, workshops, music, service projects and just being present to one another. Registration forms are available in your parishes, for more information please contact Matthew Beck (907) 745-3229 or email: matthewb@st-mikesparish.org
June 3 │ The first of two Billings Ovulation Method classes will be held on Tuesday, June 3, at 7pm at Providence Hospital. The follow-up class will be held on June 17 at 7pm. The one-time cost is $40.00 per couple. Classes are held each month on the first and third Tuesdays. If you are unable to attend these scheduled classes, please call so we can arrange a different date. Personal instruction via email is also available on the Internet at the Billings Ovulation Method website: http://www.woomb.org/bom/teaching/learningBOM.html Please call Rachael at 770-0444 or Pam at 297-7740, for more information or to register for the class.
June 7 │ Santacruzan in Alaska! Celebrating Filipino-Religious tradition. Saturday, June 7 - Procession at 12pm - noon (assemble at Conoco Phillips parking lot). Mass at 1pm - Holy Family Cathedral with Main Celebrant Archbishop Roger Schwietz. For more information please call Fr. Luz Flores at 297-7726.
June 8 │ Our Lady of Perpetual Help parish in Soldotna is rededicating the old church as the Redeemptorist Center at a Mass – Sunday, June 8 at 5pm. Anyone in the Archdiocese who was involved on the peninsula with the building of the old church/rectory in the beginning, please join us for this celebration. Some of the Redemptorist priests will be joining us. Questions may be directed to Pat Murray, 262-7801.
June 17 │ To mark the one year anniversary of its former pastor, Father Alfred Giebel, St. Benedict's parish will celebrate a Memorial Mass on Tuesday June 17th at 7pm in the parish church. All are invited to attend this Mass in Father Giebel's memory.
Abortion can cause many unexpected side effects for a woman, including depression, anxiety, lowered self esteem, regret. If you know someone who has been affected by abortion, Project Rachel provides a process for healing of these sufferings in a caring and confidential setting. A new group will begin in late June. One-to-one support is available anytime. Please call 297-7781 or toll-free 800-434-3344 outside Anchorage for more information.
July 7-11 │"Catechesis of the Good Shepherd" Training Available This form of faith formation utilizes Montessori method for 3-6 year olds. Please join us for a week of training. Laura Bastulli-Parran, Director of the Good Shepherd Center at Holy Rosary in Cleveland, Ohio will provide training in Anchorage. Cost $125.00 includes all materials and books. Scholarships are available. For more information please call Brigitte Youngblood at 351-5552 or Lynn Schmidt at 622-8418. To find out more about "Catechesis of the Good Shepherd" log on to http://www.cgsaust.org.au
July 18 │ An Evening at the Lighthouse Gardens -Enjoy good food and wine, beautiful music and great company in award winning gardens. A wonderful event to benefit the St. Andrew Parish Landscaping Fund, rain or shine, at the Lighthouse Gardens Friday, July 18 – 5 to 9pm. Tickets $100 per person. Must be 21 years or older to attend this event - Please call Bridget McCleskey at 694-5321 for more information.
July 19 │ local Celebration of World Youth Day - Holy Spirit Center - Young Adults ages 18 to 35. Mass with the Pope via live feed from World Youth Day in Sydney, Australia! Joyful music, prayer, reflection and BBQ! Details coming soon.
August 8 │ Farewell potluck dinner for Fr. Don Bramble, OP on Friday, August 8 (Feast of St. Dominic) at 6pm at Holy Family Cathedral.
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)
May 25 │ 7-9pm – Prayer for Healing - Holy Spirit Chapel main building Sunday evening by Fr. Beuzer, SJ. The evening begins with mass at 7pm and includes a quiet service for healing. For more information call 346-2343.
June 13-15 │ 6:45pm -10:30am Three-day individually Directed Retreat Led by Armand Nigro, S.J. and Rosemary Insley, LCSW. The shortest of our 2008 Ignatian retreats, the three-day format nevertheless offers profound opportunities for spiritual growth and healing. The cost for this individually-directed retreat is $195, with registration and a $50 deposit due no later than June 6, 2008. Register on-line or call 907-346-2343.
June 23-July 23 │6:45pm - 10:30am Thirty-day Individually Directed Retreat This retreat is directed by Armand Nigro, S.J., Vincent Beuzer, S.J., and Rosemary Insley, LCSW. For those who are able, the thirty-day format allows deep immersion in the spiritual exercises and the rhythm of retreat life. The cost for this individually-directed retreat is $2,095, with registration and a $600 deposit due no later than June 14, 2008. Register online or call 907-346-2343
Catholic Social Services
The Moose Ate Our Flowers . . . Clare House “Virtual” Garden Party 2008. The Garden Party, held at the BP Atrium, has been a traditional fundraiser for Catholic Social Services’ Clare House for many years. This year a few key sponsors were unable to support the Garden Party so we are hosting a “virtual” Garden Party, a new approach to the traditional event. Please visit cssalaska.org to make a donation or contact Ellen Krsnak at 222-7344 or ekrsnak@cssalaska.org for more information.
Does your heart skip a beat when you see a newborn baby? If so, do we have the volunteer opportunity for you! Catholic Social Services’ Pregnancy Support Baby Boutique needs volunteers between the hours of 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays. The Baby Boutique is located at 3721 E. 20th Avenue. Please contact Melissa Bartley at 222-7344 or mbartley@cssalaska.org for more information.
Bishop’s Attic │free pickup services on Tuesdays and Thursdays for donated items - please call 279-6328 to schedule. Bishop Attic is also selling a new cookbook as a fundraiser. They are $3.00 each and are on sale at the 1100 Gambell Street store. Proceeds of all sales go to support Catholic Social Services and programs at the Archdioceses.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
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.
Principal - Lumen Christi JR/SR High School (a ministry of St. Benedict's parish) is in the process of hiring a principal. Interested parties may obtain further information and a position description by contracting LCHSsearch@gmail.com or you submit a resume to the Search Committee in care of: Fr. Steven Moore, Pastor, St. Benedict’s Church, 8110 Jewel Lake Road, Anchorage, Alaska 99502.
General Chemistry Teacher - Lumen Christi Catholic High School is looking for a Science teacher for the 2008-2009 school year. Qualified applicants should have experience in Chemistry, Physics, and General Science. Knowledge of safe lab procedures is a necessity. We are also looking for a Debate (DDF) coach. For additional information and details, please contact: Principal Jim Yeargan at lchsprincipal@alaska.net or call 229-1945
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.
Posted by Cindy Lentine at 09:42 AM.
May 14, 2008
Feast of the Most Holy Trinity [May 18 - May 24, 2008]
SPECIAL MASSES & LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
May 18│Confirmation Celebration Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Soldotna 11:30 am
May 18│Confirmation Celebration Holy Family Cathedral, Anchorage 5:30 pm
May 17 │ 5:30pm Sr. Marie Josef Brin, LSJ, will be honored for her 50th anniversary at the Native Mass at St. Anthony’s on Saturday. A potluck will follow the liturgy.
May 21│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, May 21. For more information contact us at (907) 770-7675.
May 19-22 │Discernment Retreat - Single Catholic women, 17-30 years of age who are discerning a call to religious life - Alton, IL. For more information visit www.altonfranciscans.org. Contact Sr. Beata at 618-463-2757 or vocations@altonfranciscans.org before May 7.
June 2-5 │ Alaska Catholic Youth Conference (ACYC) -High School youth from throughout Alaska will gather at St Elizabeth Ann Seton church in Anchorage for four days of faith-filled liturgies, workshops, music, service projects and just being present to one another. Registration forms are available in your parishes, for more information please contact Matthew Beck (907) 745-3229 or email: matthewb@st-mikesparish.org
July 7-11 │"Catechesis of the Good Shepherd" Training Available This form of faith formation utilizes Montessori method for 3-6 year olds. Please join us for a week of training. Laura Bastulli-Parran, Director of the Good Shepherd Center at Holy Rosary in Cleveland, Ohio will provide training in Anchorage. Cost $125.00 includes all materials and books. Scholarships are available. For more information please call Brigitte Youngblood at 351-5552 or Lynn Schmidt at 622-8418. To find out more about "Catechesis of the Good Shepherd" log on to http://www.cgsaust.org.au
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)
May 25 │ 7-9pm – Prayer for Healing - Holy Spirit Chapel main building Sunday evening by Fr. Beuzer, SJ. The evening begins with mass at 7pm and includes a quite service for healing. For more information call 346-2343.
June 13-15 │ 6:45pm -10:30am Three-day individually Directed Retreat Led by Armand Nigro, S.J. and Rosemary Insley, LCSW. The shortest of our 2008 Ignatian retreats, the three-day format nevertheless offers profound opportunities for spiritual growth and healing. The cost for this individually-directed retreat is $195, with registration and a $50 deposit due no later than June 6, 2008. Register on-line or call 907-346-2343.
June 23-July 23 │6:45pm - 10:30am Thirty-day Individually Directed Retreat This retreat is directed by Armand Nigro, S.J., Vincent Beuzer, S.J., and Rosemary Insley, LCSW. For those who are able, the thirty-day format allows deep immersion in the spiritual exercises and the rhythm of retreat life. The cost for this individually-directed retreat is $2,095, with registration and a $600 deposit due no later than June 14, 2008. Register online or call 907-346-2343
Catholic Social Services
June 20 │4-7pm - World Refugee Day Picnic Save the date for the Catholic Social Services’ Refugee Assistance and Immigration Services. Please join us for this family-friendly event to remember the millions of refugees who have defied incredible odds, holding onto the hope of rebuilding their lives in a peaceful world. Mountain View Lion’s Community Park (Mt. View Drive & Pine Street, Shaw Pavilion). Music, dancing, BBQ & children’s activities planned. For more information or to donate food for the event contact Ellen Krsnak or ekrsnak@cssalaska.org.
Bishop’s Attic │free pickup services on Tuesdays and Thursdays for donated items - please call 279-6328 to schedule. Bishop Attic is also selling a new cookbook as a fundraiser. They are $3.00 each and are on sale at the 1100 Gambell Street store. Proceeds of all sales go to support Catholic Social Services and programs at the Archdioceses.
Bicycles needed - The Catholic Social Services’ Refugee Assistance and Immigration Services program needs bicycles in good repair for adults needing to get to work. Please contact Lucianne at 222-7359 if you have a bike to donate to the program.
New baby bottle nipples needed for the Catholic Social Services’ Pregnancy Support Baby Boutique located at 3721 E. 20th Avenue. Bottle nipples must be in original package. If you would like to donate please contact Debbie Sell at 222-7315 / dsell@cssalaska.org or drop off items at CSS at 3710 East 20th Avenue between the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
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.
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 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.
Principal - Lumen Christi JR/SR High School (a ministry of St. Benedict's parish) is in the process of hiring a principal. Interested parties may obtain further information and a position description by contracting LCHSsearch@gmail.com or you submit a resume to the Search Committee in care of: Fr. Steven Moore, Pastor, St. Benedict’s Church, 8110 Jewel Lake Road, Anchorage, Alaska 99502.
General Chemistry Teacher - Lumen Christi Catholic High School is looking for a Science teacher for the 2008-2009 school year. Qualified applicants should have experience in Chemistry, Physics, and General Science. Knowledge of safe lab procedures is a necessity. We are also looking for a Debate (DDF) coach. For additional information and details, please contact: Principal Jim Yeargan at lchsprincipal@alaska.net or call 229-1945
Posted by Cindy Lentine at 10:44 AM.
May 08, 2008
8th Sunday of Easter [May 11 - May 17, 2008]
SPECIAL MASSES & LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
May 11│Confirmation Celebration St. John the Baptist, Homer 11:30 am
May 18│Confirmation Celebration Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Soldotna 11:30 am
May 18│Confirmation Celebration Holy Family Cathedral, Anchorage 5:30 pm
May 21│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, May 21. For more information contact us at (907) 770-7675.
May 19-22 │Discernment Retreat - Single Catholic women, 17-30 years of age who are discerning a call to religious life - Alton, IL. For more information visit www.altonfranciscans.org. Contact Sr. Beata at 618-463-2757 or vocations@altonfranciscans.org before May 7.
June 2-5 │ Alaska Catholic Youth Conference (ACYC) -High School youth from throughout Alaska will gather at St Elizabeth Ann Seton church in Anchorage for four days of faith-filled liturgies, workshops, music, service projects and just being present to one another. Registration forms are available in your parishes, for more information please contact Matthew Beck (907) 745-3229 or email: matthewb@st-mikesparish.org
June 27 │ 21st Annual Don Fridley Memorial Golf Tournament at Moose Run Golf Course. All proceeds from this event go to the fund services at Covenant House Alaska. For more information please call Sheila @ 339-4406.
July 7-11 │"Catechesis of the Good Shepherd" Training Available This form of faith formation utilizes Montessori method for 3-6 year olds. Please join us for a week of training. Laura Bastulli-Parran, Director of the Good Shepherd Center at Holy Rosary in Cleveland, Ohio will provide training in Anchorage. Cost $125.00 includes all materials and books. Scholarships are available. For more information please call Brigitte Youngblood at 351-5552 or Lynn Schmidt at 622-8418. To find out more about "Catechesis of the Good Shepherd" log on to http://www.cgsaust.org.au
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)
June 13-15 │ 6:45pm -10:30am Three-day individually Directed Retreat Led by Armand Nigro, S.J. and Rosemary Insley, LCSW. The shortest of our 2008 Ignatian retreats, the three-day format nevertheless offers profound opportunities for spiritual growth and healing. The cost for this individually-directed retreat is $195, with registration and a $50 deposit due no later than June 6, 2008. Register on-line or call 907-346-2343.
June 23-July 23 │6:45pm - 10:30am Thirty-day Individually Directed Retreat This retreat is directed by Armand Nigro, S.J., Vincent Beuzer, S.J., and Rosemary Insley, LCSW. For those who are able, the thirty-day format allows deep immersion in the spiritual exercises and the rhythm of retreat life. The cost for this individually-directed retreat is $2,095, with registration and a $600 deposit due no later than June 14, 2008. Register online or call 907-346-2343
Catholic Social Services
June 20 │4-7pm - World Refugee Day Picnic Save the date for the Catholic Social Services’ Refugee Assistance and Immigration Services. Please join us for this family-friendly event to remember the millions of refugees who have defied incredible odds, holding onto the hope of rebuilding their lives in a peaceful world. Mountain View Lion’s Community Park (Mt. View Drive & Pine Street, Shaw Pavilion). Music, dancing, BBQ & children’s activities planned. For more information or to donate food for the event contact Ellen Krsnak or ekrsnak@cssalaska.org.
Bicycles needed - The Catholic Social Services’ Refugee Assistance and Immigration Services program needs bicycles in good repair for adults needing to get to work. Please contact Lucianne at 222-7359 if you have a bike to donate to the program.
New baby bottle nipples needed for the Catholic Social Services’ Pregnancy Support Baby Boutique located at 3721 E. 20th Avenue. Bottle nipples must be in original package. If you would like to donate please contact Debbie Sell at 222-7315 / dsell@cssalaska.org or drop off items at CSS at 3710 East 20th Avenue between the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
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.
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 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.
Principal - Lumen Christi JR/SR High School (a ministry of St. Benedict's parish) is in the process of hiring a principal. Interested parties may obtain further information and a position description by contracting LCHSsearch@gmail.com or you submit a resume to the Search Committee in care of: Fr. Steven Moore, Pastor, St. Benedict’s Church, 8110 Jewel Lake Road, Anchorage, Alaska 99502.
General Chemistry Teacher - Lumen Christi Catholic High School is looking for a Science teacher for the 2008-2009 school year. Qualified applicants should have experience in Chemistry, Physics, and General Science. Knowledge of safe lab procedures is a necessity. We are also looking for a Debate (DDF) coach. For additional information and details, please contact: Principal Jim Yeargan at lchsprincipal@alaska.net or call 229-1945
Posted by Cindy Lentine at 10:18 AM.
May 02, 2008
7th Sunday of Easter [May 4 - May 10, 2008]
SPECIAL MASSES & LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
May 11│Confirmation Celebration St. John the Baptist, Homer 11:30 am
May 18│Confirmation Celebration Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Soldotna 11:30 am
May 18│Confirmation Celebration Holy Family Cathedral, Anchorage 5:30 pm
May 7 │Single and Living for Christ - Come join Fr. John Mellein, OP and your fellow single adults (18 and up) for a talk and discussion on the challenges and joys of being single and living for Christ in today's world. We will meet on Wednesday, May 7th at 7:00 p.m. in the Education Center at Holy Family Cathedral. Bring a snack or dish to share!
May 8│Women Helping Women Luncheon Covenant House Alaska is hosting this luncheon to benefit "Passage House," Thursday, May 8 at the Bill Sheffield Railroad Depot 11:30 am Lunch served at Noon. Cost is $40.00 per person. For more information contact Sheila at 339-4406
May 10 │ National Birth Mother Day - Saturday, May 10th. Catholic Social Services Pregnancy Support program asks for your prayers for all birth mothers on this special day. Birth mothers make a very difficult and loving choice when making a plan of adoption. Alaska Frontier Gardens Bed & Breakfast will be hosting a tea in their honor on this important day of remembrance. For more information contact Debbie Sell at 222-7315 or dsell@cssalaska.org
May 21│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, May 21. For more information contact us at (907) 770-7675.
May 19-22 │Discernment Retreat - Single Catholic women, 17-30 years of age who are discerning a call to religious life - Alton, IL. For more information visit www.altonfranciscans.org. Contact Sr. Beata at 618-463-2757 or vocations@altonfranciscans.org before May 7.
June 2-5 │ Alaska Catholic Youth Conference (ACYC) -High School youth from throughout Alaska will gather at St Elizabeth Ann Seton church in Anchorage for four days of faith-filled liturgies, workshops, music, service projects and just being present to one another. Registration forms are available in your parishes, for more information please contact Matthew Beck (907) 745-3229 or email: matthewb@st-mikesparish.org
July 7-11 │Preschool Catechesis Training of the Good Shepherd utilizes Montessori method for 3-6 year olds. Please join us for a week of training. Laura Bastulli-Parran, Director of the Good Shepherd Center at Holy Rosary in Cleveland, Ohio will provide training in Anchorage. Cost $125.00 includes all materials and books. Scholarships are available. For more information please call Brigitte Youngblood at 351-5552 or Lynn Schmidt at 622-8418.
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)
June 13-15 │ 6:45pm -10:30am Three-day individually Directed Retreat Led by Armand Nigro, S.J. and Rosemary Insley, LCSW. The shortest of our 2008 Ignatian retreats, the three-day format nevertheless offers profound opportunities for spiritual growth and healing. The cost for this individually-directed retreat is $195, with registration and a $50 deposit due no later than June 6, 2008. Register on-line or call 907-346-2343.
June 23-July 23 │6:45pm - 10:30am Thirty-day Individually Directed Retreat This retreat is directed by Armand Nigro, S.J., Vincent Beuzer, S.J., and Rosemary Insley, LCSW. For those who are able, the thirty-day format allows deep immersion in the spiritual exercises and the rhythm of retreat life. The cost for this individually-directed retreat is $2,095, with registration and a $600 deposit due no later than June 14, 2008. Register online or call 907-346-2343
Catholic Social Services
May 10 │ An Evening of Asian Elegance - It's not too late to reserve a table or purchase a couple of tickets to attend the 2008 Catholic Social Services' Charity Ball. The event held at the Egan Center on Saturday, May 10 will include an elegant dinner, live and silent auctions, and dancing. The proceeds from the Charity Ball will directly assist the nine programs of CSS. Please call Katie Bender at 222-7338 (kbender@cssalaska.org) or visit cssalaska.org and click on events.
June 20 │4-7pm - World Refugee Day Celebration Save the date for the Catholic Social Services’ Refugee Assistance and Immigration Services. Please join us for this family-friendly event to remember the millions of refugees who have defied incredible odds, holding onto the hope of rebuilding their lives in a peaceful world. Mountain View Lion’s Community Park (Mt. View Drive & Pine Street, Shaw Pavilion). Music, dancing, BBQ & children’s activities planned. For more information or to donate food for the event contact Ellen Krsnak or ekrsnak@cssalaska.org.
Bicycles needed - The Catholic Social Services’ Refugee Assistance and Immigration Services program needs bicycles in good repair for adults needing to get to work. Please contact Lucianne at 222-7359 if you have a bike to donate to the program.
New baby bottle nipples needed for the Catholic Social Services’ Pregnancy Support Baby Boutique located at 3721 E. 20th Avenue. Bottle nipples must be in original package. If you would like to donate please contact Debbie Sell at 222-7315 / dsell@cssalaska.org or drop off items at CSS at 3710 East 20th Avenue between the hours of 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
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.
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 May 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.
Principal - Lumen Christi JR/SR High School (a ministry of St. Benedict's parish) is in the process of hiring a principal. Interested parties may obtain further information and a position description by contracting LCHSsearch@gmail.com or you submit a resume to the Search Committee in care of: Fr. Steven Moore, Pastor, St. Benedict’s Church, 8110 Jewel Lake Road, Anchorage, Alaska 99502.
General Chemistry Teacher - Lumen Christi Catholic High School is looking for a Science teacher for the 2008-2009 school year. Qualified applicants should have experience in Chemistry, Physics, and General Science. Knowledge of safe lab procedures is a necessity. We are also looking for a Debate (DDF) coach. For additional information and details, please contact: Principal Jim Yeargan at lchsprincipal@alaska.net or call 229-1945
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