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October 28, 2008
All Souls Day [November 2 - November 9]
November 8 │ 25th Annual St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School Auction Saturday, November 8, 2008 Anchorage Hilton Hotel. Individual tickets and tables available by calling 345-2327. Donations of new items, themed baskets, and artwork are still being accepted. Please call Elizabeth at 345-2327 if you have any questions.
ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY COURSES Interested adults are welcome to take these courses as “Newman Observers”. Register and pay $100 before the first class. It is also possible to take these courses for CEUs or two professional development credits (an additional $95 charge). For more information, call 564-8274 or email rleiner@alaskapacific.edu. For details, visit www.alaskapacific.edu/depts/newman/course_descs.php
FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call 346-2343
December 6 │Saturday Sacraments Session IV - Anointing of the Sick and the Rite of Christian Burial. Prayer for those who are seriously ill and the Rite of Christian Burial are two events in which families, friends and faith communities can be involved in way that comfort and help bring meaning to these difficult events. This session will explore the teaching of the Catholic tradition and open up the role of those around the person who is ill or deceased. 9am to 12pm. Fee: $25 for individual session. Please call 297-7711. Advance registration is preferred and registration will also be taken at the door.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
The children staying at Catholic Social Services’ Clare House need snow pants, gloves, hats and coats to participate in recess and other outdoor activities. The Anchorage School District requires warm winter gear for playground use. Please consider donating the needed items at 420 West 54th Avenue. Thank you!
November 24 │Join the Knights of Columbus of St. Patrick’s Parish and Catholic Social Services as they team up to provide all the fixings for a traditional Thanksgiving meal to people in need. Our Anchorage Thanksgiving Blessing event will be held Monday, November 24, 3 — 8 pm at St. Patrick’s Parish (2111 Muldoon Road). Contact Melissa Bartley at 222-7344 or mbartley@cssalaska.org to volunteer or to donate items.
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.
OTHER EVENTS
November 8 │Welcoming Prayer Workshop, Facilitators: Kess Frey & Fran Victor. Saint Mary’s Episcopal Church, Sat. Nov 8 - 9:00am– 3:30pm Workshop will include guided Lectio Divina and Centering Prayer experiences and presentations on the Human Condition, Active Prayer Sentence and the Welcoming Prayer. These spiritual practices help us to reduce stress and to become consciously grounded in God’s presence. For information & registration contact Kess Frey at 338-2894 or kessfrey@gci.net.
November 8 │ St. Anthony Catholic Church Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 8 from 10am to 4pm. Vendor tables are available for $35.00 for two, or $50.00 for three. A variety of craft and food items will be available, as well as a gift basket silent auction and white elephant sale. All proceeds benefit parish ministries. Please reserve your tables now by calling Annette Alleva at 278-2668 or email Mizbavn@aol.com
November 15 │The Holy Family Cathedral Fall Bazaar on November 15, from 9 am to 3 pm, is the perfect occasion for a family outing or means to “catch up” with the ladies. Choose from a wide assortment of one-of-a-kind holiday crafts; fresh baked cookies, cakes, and pies; home-canned pickles and jam. Take the chill off with our homemade, hot-off-the-stove lunch and satisfy your sweet tooth with a decadent dessert or cinnamon roll. Celebrate autumn in Anchorage and support your fellow parishioners, the Women of Holy Family Cathedral, and Catholic Daughters of America. Join us on Saturday, November 15, or call Dona Boschee, 646-4626, or Betty Libbey, 562-4552, to give your time, talent, or treasure to this annual event.
November 20 │Covenant House Alaska (CHA) provides shelter, food, clothing and education and employment resources to all homeless youth who come through their door. Covenant House Alaska is inviting all of its supporters to attend the 18th annual Candlelight Vigil for Homeless Youth on Thursday, November 20 at 6 pm. The vigil will be held on F Street between 6th and 7th Avenue, and attendees are encouraged to dress warmly. The vigil is intended to raise awareness and support for Alaska's more than 3,000 homeless youth. "Together, we will provide a sense of hope to these youth, so they can find the courage and strength to move on to a better place," said Deirdre Cronin, CHA's executive director. In addition to standing in support of homeless youth, CHA will also be collecting warm, winter clothing for the youth at Covenant House. Hats, gloves, socks and large-size apparel are welcomed. CHA's Candlelight Vigil coincides with National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, as well as vigils at 21 Covenant House locations throughout North and Central America. This year, the vigils will also expand globally through "virtual vigils" held via the Internet. Colleges, businesses, community organizations and religious groups are being invited to host their own "virtual vigils," and Covenant House International estimates there will be 200 such vigils held this year. CHA's ultimate goal is to have a "virtual vigil" in every community throughout Alaska. For more information, visit www.covenanthouseak.org or contact Lauren Rice at lrice@covenanthouseak.org or (907) 339-4224.
CATHOLIC HOMESCHOOLERS open gym play on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month 10:00am -11:30am with Children’s adoration led by Deacon Dez at 11:30am on 3rd Thursday each month at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 2901 Huffman Rd. All are invited to come! Contact Lana Persson persson@alaska.net, 349-4399 for more information. We also provide music to residents of Providence Extended Care twice a month. Contact Mary Kemper at 345-8760 for more information.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Music Coordinator - Holy Cross Parish is in need of a Music Coordinator who has keyboard/piano experience. Please call Fr. Dan Hebert at 349-8388.
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.
CATHOLIC BOOKS & SUPPLIES
Saintly Seconds is a second hand store located in Eagle River, Alaska that sells gently used items donated by patrons. Please call 696-2947 or email: info@saintlyseconds.net for more information.
Posted by Cindy Lentine at 01:51 PM.
October 26, 2008
Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time [October 26 - November 2]
November 8 │ 25th Annual St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School Auction Saturday, November 8, 2008 Anchorage Hilton Hotel. Individual tickets and tables available by calling 345-2327. Donations of new items, themed baskets, and artwork are still being accepted. Please call Elizabeth at 345-2327 if you have any questions.
ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY COURSES Interested adults are welcome to take these courses as “Newman Observers”. Register and pay $100 before the first class. It is also possible to take these courses for CEUs or two professional development credits (an additional $95 charge). For more information, call 564-8274 or email rleiner@alaskapacific.edu. For details, visit www.alaskapacific.edu/depts/newman/course_descs.php
FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call 346-2343
November 1 │Saturday Sacraments Session III - Reconciliation - its meaning, development in history and catechsis. 9am to 12pm. Fee: $25 for individual session. Please call 297-7741. Advance registration preferred and registration will also be taken at the door.
December 6 │Saturday Sacraments Session IV - Anointing of the Sick and the Rite of Christian Burial. Prayer for those who are seriously ill and the Rite of Christian Burial are two events in which families, friends and faith communities can be involved in way that comfort and help bring meaning to these difficult events. This session will explore the teaching of the Catholic tradition and open up the role of those around the person who is ill or deceased. 9am to 12pm. Fee: $25 for individual session. Please call 297-7711. Advance registration is preferred and registration will also be taken at the door.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
During Respect Life Month please pray for the nearly 50 women who visit the Catholic Social Services’ Baby Boutique each month. It has been nearly a year since CSS joined with Birthright to create the Baby Boutique. During this time CSS has increased the services we are able to provide to the women who seek pregnancy counseling in addition to those seeking material support such as clothing and diapers. We have a constant need for baby clothing (up to 2T, especially for boys), diapers and maternity clothes. Gift cards are also tremendously helpful. The Baby Boutique is located at 3721 East 20th Avenue (operating hours Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:00am – 3:00pm). Donations may also be dropped off at CSS, 3710 East 20th between the hours of 9:00am – 5:00pm. For more information contact Debbie Sell, Pregnancy Support Counselor, at 222-7315 or dsell@cssalaska.org.
The Catholic Social Services’ Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program will be welcoming about 25 new refugee families to Alaska between now and January 1, 2009. To find out how you can help visit the CSS website at www.cssalaska.org.
Catholic Social Services’ Brother Francis Shelter is preparing to serve more guests as the weather gets colder. To help us meet our guest’s basic needs we are soliciting socks, undergarments, men’s belts and stackable chairs. Items can be delivered to the shelter at 1021 East 3rd Avenue. Thank you!
November 14 & 15 │Adoption and Beyond workshop and resource fair for those interested in adoption or for those who have adopted. This event is sponsored by Catholic Social Services and will be held at Crosspoint Church (1920 W. Dimond Blvd. Unit K – near Burlington Coat Factory) on Friday, November 14th & Saturday, November 15th. For more information visit cssalaska.org and click on the events tab.
November 24 │Join the Knights of Columbus of St. Patrick’s Parish and Catholic Social Services as they team up to provide all the fixings for a traditional Thanksgiving meal to people in need. Our Anchorage Thanksgiving Blessing event will be held Monday, November 24, 3 — 8 pm at St. Patrick’s Parish (2111 Muldoon Road). Contact Melissa Bartley at 222-7344 or mbartley@cssalaska.org to volunteer or to donate items.
Help Catholic Social Services’ St. Francis House celebrate Hallo –“bean” by bringing in non-perishable food items for October’s Spook-tacular Halloween Food Drive. Please remember to bring in your donations of food if your parish collects regularly or drop them off at 3710 East 20th between the hours of 9am – 4pm. Thank you!
Catholic Social Services is promoting a program by the Spiritual Directors of Alaska called The Listening Post – A Place to Meditate & Pray – A Place to Tell Your Story. This is a program for people who desire an opportunity to share their concerns with a trained volunteer who offers respect and confidentiality. Open 11:00am – 4:00pm Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday and 5:30pm – 8:00pm Thursday on the 2nd floor of the Downtown Transit Center at 6th & G Street. All are welcome. There is no fee or expectation.
Are you looking for the perfect gift? Catholic Social Services plans to publish “Expressions of Refugee Youth” along with other meaningful photographs of refugees resettled by the CSS Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program. The “coffee table” style book will be available for the holidays with a delivery date of December 1, 2008. Books will be 12 by 12 and cost $45.00. Please contact Katie Bender at 222-7338 or kbender@cssalaska.org to arrange payment and pick up. Thank you for supporting the CSS Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program!
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.
OTHER EVENTS
September 24 through November 2 │Christians throughout the Anchorage area are invited to take part in the national 40 Days for Life effort from September 24 through November 2. In addition to 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion in America, please consider volunteering to pray outside of Planned Parenthood and the Alaska Women’s Health PC (located at 4001 and 4115 Lake Otis) for one or more hours during the 40 days, and spread the word to others about this important life-saving effort. To get more information, or to volunteer to help, please contact: Christine Kurka, 907-306-3263, cekurka@mtaonline.net, 40daysforlife.com/anchorage. All are welcome!
November 8 │Welcoming Prayer Workshop, Facilitators: Kess Frey & Fran Victor. Saint Mary’s Episcopal Church, Sat. Nov 8 - 9:00am– 3:30pm Workshop will include guided Lectio Divina and Centering Prayer experiences and presentations on the Human Condition, Active Prayer Sentence and the Welcoming Prayer. These spiritual practices help us to reduce stress and to become consciously grounded in God’s presence. For information & registration contact Kess Frey at 338-2894 or kessfrey@gci.net.
November 8 │ St. Anthony Catholic Church Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 8 from 10am to 4pm. Vendor tables are available for $35.00 for two, or $50.00 for three. A variety of craft and food items will be available, as well as a gift basket silent auction and white elephant sale. All proceeds benefit parish ministries. Please reserve your tables now by calling Annette Alleva at 278-2668 or email Mizbavn@aol.com
November 15 │The Holy Family Cathedral Fall Bazaar on November 15, from 9 am to 3 pm, is the perfect occasion for a family outing or means to “catch up” with the ladies. Choose from a wide assortment of one-of-a-kind holiday crafts; fresh baked cookies, cakes, and pies; home-canned pickles and jam. Take the chill off with our homemade, hot-off-the-stove lunch and satisfy your sweet tooth with a decadent dessert or cinnamon roll. Celebrate autumn in Anchorage and support your fellow parishioners, the Women of Holy Family Cathedral, and Catholic Daughters of America. Join us on Saturday, November 15, or call Dona Boschee, 646-4626, or Betty Libbey, 562-4552, to give your time, talent, or treasure to this annual event.
November 20 │Covenant House Alaska (CHA) provides shelter, food, clothing and education and employment resources to all homeless youth who come through their door. Covenant House Alaska is inviting all of its supporters to attend the 18th annual Candlelight Vigil for Homeless Youth on Thursday, November 20 at 6 pm. The vigil will be held on F Street between 6th and 7th Avenue, and attendees are encouraged to dress warmly. The vigil is intended to raise awareness and support for Alaska's more than 3,000 homeless youth. "Together, we will provide a sense of hope to these youth, so they can find the courage and strength to move on to a better place," said Deirdre Cronin, CHA's executive director. In addition to standing in support of homeless youth, CHA will also be collecting warm, winter clothing for the youth at Covenant House. Hats, gloves, socks and large-size apparel are welcomed. CHA's Candlelight Vigil coincides with National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, as well as vigils at 21 Covenant House locations throughout North and Central America. This year, the vigils will also expand globally through "virtual vigils" held via the Internet. Colleges, businesses, community organizations and religious groups are being invited to host their own "virtual vigils," and Covenant House International estimates there will be 200 such vigils held this year. CHA's ultimate goal is to have a "virtual vigil" in every community throughout Alaska. For more information, visit www.covenanthouseak.org or contact Lauren Rice at lrice@covenanthouseak.org or (907) 339-4224.
CATHOLIC HOMESCHOOLERS open gym play on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month 10:00am -11:30am with Children’s adoration led by Deacon Dez at 11:30am on 3rd Thursday each month at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 2901 Huffman Rd. All are invited to come! Contact Lana Persson persson@alaska.net, 349-4399 for more information. We also provide music to residents of Providence Extended Care twice a month. Contact Mary Kemper at 345-8760 for more information.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Executive Assistant - Help us make a difference in the lives of homeless youth. Covenant House has a full time Executive Assistant position open for a self motivated and dedicated individual to provide a broad range of administrative, managerial, and project support for the Executive Director. Position requires a BA Degree and a minimum of 3 years of office management experience. All applicants must possess a clean driving record and pass a state and federal background check. If you are interested, please submit your cover letter and application to Covenant House Alaska, PO BOX 104640, ATTN: Human Resources, Anchorage AK 99510 or call 339-4207 for further information. Applications can be found on line at www.covenanthouseak.org or at 609 F Street.
Music Coordinator - Holy Cross Parish is in need of a Music Coordinator who has keyboard/piano experience. Please call Fr. Dan Hebert at 349-8388.
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.
CATHOLIC BOOKS & SUPPLIES
Saintly Seconds is a second hand store located in Eagle River, Alaska that sells gently used items donated by patrons. Please call 696-2947 or email: info@saintlyseconds.net for more information.
Posted by Cindy Lentine at 09:30 AM.
October 19, 2008
Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time - [October 19-26, 2008]
October 22 │ Alaska Federation of Natives - Noon Mass for delegates to the conference at Holy Family Cathedral followed by a spaghetti luncheon presented by the Kateri Circle and other potluck dishes would be appreciated.
November 8 │ 25th Annual St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School Auction Saturday, November 8, 2008 Anchorage Hilton Hotel. Individual tickets and tables available by calling 345-2327. Donations of new items, themed baskets, and artwork are still being accepted. Please call Elizabeth at 345-2327 if you have any questions.
ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY COURSES Interested adults are welcome to take these courses as “Newman Observers”. Register and pay $100 before the first class. It is also possible to take these courses for CEUs or two professional development credits (an additional $95 charge). For more information, call 564-8274 or email rleiner@alaskapacific.edu. For details, visit www.alaskapacific.edu/depts/newman/course_descs.php
FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)
October 24-26│ Marriage Encounter Weekend Worldwide Marriage Encounter’s Mission of renewal in the church and change in the world is to assist couples and priests to live fully intimate and responsible relationships by providing them with a Catholic “experience” and ongoing community support for such a lifestyle. For information or to register contact James & Shaharriet Houchins jnshouch@gci.net or (907) 644-8677 or (907) 230-5589
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)
November 1 │Saturday Sacraments Session III - Reconciliation - its meaning, development in history and catechsis. 9am to 12pm. Fee: $25 for individual session. Register at this site or call 907-346-2343. Advance registration preferred, and registration will also be taken at the door.
December 6 │Saturday Sacraments Session IV - Anointing of the Sick and the Rite of Christian Burial. Prayer for those who are seriously ill and the Rite of Christian Burial are two events in which families, friends and faith communities can be involved in way that comfort and help bring meaning to these difficult events. This session will explore the teaching of the Catholic tradition and open up the role of those around the person who is ill or deceased. 9am to 12pm. Fee: $25 for individual session. Register at this site or call 907-346-2343. Advance registration is preferred, and registration will also be taken at the door.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
During Respect Life Month please pray for the nearly 50 women who visit the Catholic Social Services’ Baby Boutique each month. It has been nearly a year since CSS joined with Birthright to create the Baby Boutique. During this time CSS has increased the services we are able to provide to the women who seek pregnancy counseling in addition to those seeking material support such as clothing and diapers. We have a constant need for baby clothing (up to 2T, especially for boys), diapers and maternity clothes. Gift cards are also tremendously helpful. The Baby Boutique is located at 3721 East 20th Avenue (operating hours Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:00am – 3:00pm). Donations may also be dropped off at CSS, 3710 East 20th between the hours of 9:00am – 5:00pm. For more information contact Debbie Sell, Pregnancy Support Counselor, at 222-7315 or dsell@cssalaska.org.
The Catholic Social Services’ Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program will be welcoming about 25 new refugee families to Alaska between now and January 1, 2009. To find out how you can help visit the CSS website at www.cssalaska.org.
October 24 │ Do you love to bake? The CSS Spirit of Denali event needs you! Brother Francis Shelter is hosting this event to celebrate Alaska Native culture through music, dancing and food, Friday, October 24, 2008 from 10am — 3:00pm and we need desserts. Please consider donating anything sweet that can be divided up easily into single servings (cookies, brownies, etc.). Items can be delivered to the shelter (1021 East 3rd Avenue) on October 23rd or before noon on the 24th. Thank you!
Catholic Social Services’ Brother Francis Shelter is preparing to serve more guests as the weather gets colder. To help us meet our guest’s basic needs we are soliciting socks, undergarments, men’s belts and stackable chairs. Items can be delivered to the shelter at 1021 East 3rd Avenue. Thank you!
November 14 & 15 │Adoption and Beyond workshop and resource fair for those interested in adoption or for those who have adopted. This event is sponsored by Catholic Social Services and will be held at Crosspoint Church (1920 W. Dimond Blvd. Unit K – near Burlington Coat Factory) on Friday, November 14th & Saturday, November 15th. For more information visit cssalaska.org and click on the events tab.
November 24 │Join the Knights of Columbus of St. Patrick’s Parish and Catholic Social Services as they team up to provide all the fixings for a traditional Thanksgiving meal to people in need. Our Anchorage Thanksgiving Blessing event will be held Monday, November 24, 3 — 8 pm at St. Patrick’s Parish (2111 Muldoon Road). Contact Melissa Bartley at 222-7344 or mbartley@cssalaska.org to volunteer or to donate items.
Help Catholic Social Services’ St. Francis House celebrate Hallo –“bean” by bringing in non-perishable food items for October’s Spook-tacular Halloween Food Drive. Please remember to bring in your donations of food if your parish collects regularly or drop them off at 3710 East 20th between the hours of 9am – 4pm. Thank you!
Catholic Social Services is promoting a program by the Spiritual Directors of Alaska called The Listening Post – A Place to Meditate & Pray – A Place to Tell Your Story. This is a program for people who desire an opportunity to share their concerns with a trained volunteer who offers respect and confidentiality. Open 11:00am – 4:00pm Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday and 5:30pm – 8:00pm Thursday on the 2nd floor of the Downtown Transit Center at 6th & G Street. All are welcome. There is no fee or expectation.
Are you looking for the perfect gift? Catholic Social Services plans to publish “Expressions of Refugee Youth” along with other meaningful photographs of refugees resettled by the CSS Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program. The “coffee table” style book will be available for the holidays with a delivery date of December 1, 2008. Books will be 12 by 12 and cost $45.00. Please contact Katie Bender at 222-7338 or kbender@cssalaska.org to arrange payment and pick up. Thank you for supporting the CSS Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program!
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.
OTHER EVENTS
September 24 through November 2 │Christians throughout the Anchorage area are invited to take part in the national 40 Days for Life effort from September 24 through November 2. In addition to 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion in America, please consider volunteering to pray outside of Planned Parenthood and the Alaska Women’s Health PC (located at 4001 and 4115 Lake Otis) for one or more hours during the 40 days, and spread the word to others about this important life-saving effort. To get more information, or to volunteer to help, please contact: Christine Kurka, 907-306-3263, cekurka@mtaonline.net, 40daysforlife.com/anchorage. All are welcome!
October 19 │ DAY OF FAITH IN ACTION AGAINST THE DEATH PENALTY
All are welcome to join People of Faith and the Alaskans Against the Death Penalty on Sunday, October 19, 2008 at the Park Strip Veterans Memorial (9th and I) from 2:00—3:30pm. Free and open to the public. Join us for cookies and coffee at the Holy Family Education Center immediately following the meeting at the park strip. For information, contact Sue at 276-5753 or Blanche at 272-0638.
November 8 │Welcoming Prayer Workshop, Facilitators: Kess Frey & Fran Victor. Saint Mary’s Episcopal Church, Sat. Nov 8 - 9:00am– 3:30pm Workshop will include guided Lectio Divina and Centering Prayer experiences and presentations on the Human Condition, Active Prayer Sentence and the Welcoming Prayer. These spiritual practices help us to reduce stress and to become consciously grounded in God’s presence. For information & registration contact Kess Frey at 338-2894 or kessfrey@gci.net.
November 8 │ St. Anthony Catholic Church Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 8 from 10am to 4pm. Vendor tables are available for $35.00 for two, or $50.00 for three. A variety of craft and food items will be available, as well as a gift basket silent auction and white elephant sale. All proceeds benefit parish ministries. Please reserve your tables now by calling Annette Alleva at 278-2668 or email Mizbavn@aol.com
November 15 │The Holy Family Cathedral Fall Bazaar on November 15, from 9 am to 3 pm, is the perfect occasion for a family outing or means to “catch up” with the ladies. Choose from a wide assortment of one-of-a-kind holiday crafts; fresh baked cookies, cakes, and pies; home-canned pickles and jam. Take the chill off with our homemade, hot-off-the-stove lunch and satisfy your sweet tooth with a decadent dessert or cinnamon roll. Celebrate autumn in Anchorage and support your fellow parishioners, the Women of Holy Family Cathedral, and Catholic Daughters of America. Join us on Saturday, November 15, or call Dona Boschee, 646-4626, or Betty Libbey, 562-4552, to give your time, talent, or treasure to this annual event.
November 20 │Covenant House Alaska (CHA) provides shelter, food, clothing and education and employment resources to all homeless youth who come through their door. Covenant House Alaska is inviting all of its supporters to attend the 18th annual Candlelight Vigil for Homeless Youth on Thursday, November 20 at 6 pm. The vigil will be held on F Street between 6th and 7th Avenue, and attendees are encouraged to dress warmly. The vigil is intended to raise awareness and support for Alaska's more than 3,000 homeless youth. "Together, we will provide a sense of hope to these youth, so they can find the courage and strength to move on to a better place," said Deirdre Cronin, CHA's executive director. In addition to standing in support of homeless youth, CHA will also be collecting warm, winter clothing for the youth at Covenant House. Hats, gloves, socks and large-size apparel are welcomed. CHA's Candlelight Vigil coincides with National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, as well as vigils at 21 Covenant House locations throughout North and Central America. This year, the vigils will also expand globally through "virtual vigils" held via the Internet. Colleges, businesses, community organizations and religious groups are being invited to host their own "virtual vigils," and Covenant House International estimates there will be 200 such vigils held this year. CHA's ultimate goal is to have a "virtual vigil" in every community throughout Alaska. For more information, visit www.covenanthouseak.org or contact Lauren Rice at lrice@covenanthouseak.org or (907) 339-4224.
CATHOLIC HOMESCHOOLERS open gym play on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month 10:00am -11:30am with Children’s adoration led by Deacon Dez at 11:30am on 3rd Thursday each month at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 2901 Huffman Rd. All are invited to come! Contact Lana Persson persson@alaska.net, 349-4399 for more information. We also provide music to residents of Providence Extended Care twice a month. Contact Mary Kemper at 345-8760 for more information.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Executive Assistant - Help us make a difference in the lives of homeless youth. Covenant House has a full time Executive Assistant position open for a self motivated and dedicated individual to provide a broad range of administrative, managerial, and project support for the Executive Director. Position requires a BA Degree and a minimum of 3 years of office management experience. All applicants must possess a clean driving record and pass a state and federal background check. If you are interested, please submit your cover letter and application to Covenant House Alaska, PO BOX 104640, ATTN: Human Resources, Anchorage AK 99510 or call 339-4207 for further information. Applications can be found on line at www.covenanthouseak.org or at 609 F Street.
Music Coordinator - Holy Cross Parish is in need of a Music Coordinator who has keyboard/piano experience. Please call Fr. Dan Hebert at 349-8388.
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.
CATHOLIC BOOKS & SUPPLIES
Saintly Seconds is a second hand store located in Eagle River, Alaska that sells gently used items donated by patrons. Please call 696-2947 or email: info@saintlyseconds.net for more information.
Posted by Cindy Lentine at 10:52 AM.
October 11, 2008
Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time - [October 12- 19, 2008]
October 18│Saturday Sacrament Series: Eucharist - Course 2 of this four course series will take place Saturday, October 18th 9:00am to 1:00pm at Holy Spirit Center. Each month through December we will focus on a specific Sacrament (or two) reflecting on the history, validity, preparation and spirituality of the Sacraments. With the newly released Sacramental & Catechetical Guidelines for the Archdiocese of Anchorage this is a fantastic opportunity for all of us to review these wonderful gifts that bring God present in our lives. The November session will focus on Reconciliation. Cost is $25.00 per single session. For more information contact Sr. Jo Gaugier at (907) 297-7741.
October 18 │ St. Anthony's - Native Mass at 5:30 pm with a potluck following.
October 22 │ Alaska Federation of Natives - Noon Mass for delegates to the conference at Holy Family Cathedral followed by a spaghetti luncheon presented by the Kateri Circle and other potluck dishes would be appreciated.
ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY COURSES Interested adults are welcome to take these courses as “Newman Observers”. Register and pay $100 before the first class. It is also possible to take these courses for CEUs or two professional development credits (an additional $95 charge). For more information, call 564-8274 or email rleiner@alaskapacific.edu. For details, visit www.alaskapacific.edu/depts/newman/course_descs.php
FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)
October 17-19│Retrouvaille 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 17-19, 2008 call 1-907-360-2227 or visit our web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com
October 24-26│ Marriage Encounter Weekend Worldwide Marriage Encounter’s Mission of renewal in the church and change in the world is to assist couples and priests to live fully intimate and responsible relationships by providing them with a Catholic “experience” and ongoing community support for such a lifestyle. For information or to register contact James & Shaharriet Houchins jnshouch@gci.net or (907) 644-8677 or (907) 230-5589
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)
October 18 │ Saturday Sacraments Session II - The Eucharist - its meaning, history and catechesis in the Catholic tradition. 9am to 12pm. Fee: $25 for individual session. Register at this site or call 907-346-2343. Advance registration preferred, and registration will also be taken at the door.
November 1 │Saturday Sacraments Session III - Reconciliation - its meaning, development in history and catechsis. 9am to 12pm. Fee: $25 for individual session. Register at this site or call 907-346-2343. Advance registration preferred, and registration will also be taken at the door.
December 6 │Saturday Sacraments Session IV - Anointing of the Sick and the Rite of Christian Burial. Prayer for those who are seriously ill and the Rite of Christian Burial are two events in which families, friends and faith communities can be involved in way that comfort and help bring meaning to these difficult events. This session will explore the teaching of the Catholic tradition and open up the role of those around the person who is ill or deceased. 9am to 12pm. Fee: $25 for individual session. Register at this site or call 907-346-2343. Advance registration is preferred, and registration will also be taken at the door.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
October 24 │ Do you love to bake? The CSS Spirit of Denali event needs you! Brother Francis Shelter is hosting this event to celebrate Alaska Native culture through music, dancing and food, Friday, October 24, 2008 from 10am — 3:00pm and we need desserts. Please consider donating anything sweet that can be divided up easily into single servings (cookies, brownies, etc.). Items can be delivered to the shelter (1021 East 3rd Avenue) on October 23rd or before noon on the 24th. Thank you!
Catholic Social Services’ Brother Francis Shelter is preparing to serve more guests as the weather gets colder. To help us meet our guest’s basic needs we are soliciting socks, undergarments, men’s belts and stackable chairs. Items can be delivered to the shelter at 1021 East 3rd Avenue. Thank you!
November 24 │Join the Knights of Columbus of St. Patrick’s Parish and Catholic Social Services as they team up to provide all the fixings for a traditional Thanksgiving meal to people in need. Our Anchorage Thanksgiving Blessing event will be held Monday, November 24, 3 — 8 pm at St. Patrick’s Parish (2111 Muldoon Road). Contact Melissa Bartley at 222-7344 or mbartley@cssalaska.org to volunteer or to donate items.
Help Catholic Social Services’ St. Francis House celebrate Hallo –“bean” by bringing in non-perishable food items for October’s Spook-tacular Halloween Food Drive. Please remember to bring in your donations of food if your parish collects regularly or drop them off at 3710 East 20th between the hours of 9am – 4pm. Thank you!
Catholic Social Services is promoting a program by the Spiritual Directors of Alaska called The Listening Post – A Place to Meditate & Pray – A Place to Tell Your Story. This is a program for people who desire an opportunity to share their concerns with a trained volunteer who offers respect and confidentiality. Open 11:00am – 4:00pm Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday and 5:30pm – 8:00pm Thursday on the 2nd floor of the Downtown Transit Center at 6th & G Street. All are welcome. There is no fee or expectation.
Are you looking for the perfect gift? Catholic Social Services plans to publish “Expressions of Refugee Youth” along with other meaningful photographs of refugees resettled by the CSS Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program. The “coffee table” style book will be available for the holidays with a delivery date of December 1, 2008. Books will be 12 by 12 and cost $45.00. Please contact Katie Bender at 222-7338 or kbender@cssalaska.org to arrange payment and pick up. Thank you for supporting the CSS Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program!
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.
OTHER EVENTS
September 24 through November 2 │Christians throughout the Anchorage area are invited to take part in the national 40 Days for Life effort from September 24 through November 2. In addition to 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion in America, please consider volunteering to pray outside of Planned Parenthood and the Alaska Women’s Health PC (located at 4001 and 4115 Lake Otis) for one or more hours during the 40 days, and spread the word to others about this important life-saving effort. To get more information, or to volunteer to help, please contact: Christine Kurka, 907-306-3263, cekurka@mtaonline.net, 40daysforlife.com/anchorage. All are welcome!
October 19 │ DAY OF FAITH IN ACTION AGAINST THE DEATH PENALTY
All are welcome to join People of Faith and the Alaskans Against the Death Penalty on Sunday, October 19, 2008 at the Park Strip Veterans Memorial (9th and I) from 2:00—3:30pm. Free and open to the public. Join us for cookies and coffee at the Holy Family Education Center immediately following the meeting at the park strip. For information, contact Sue at 276-5753 or Blanche at 272-0638.
CATHOLIC HOMESCHOOLERS open gym play on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month 10:00am -11:30am with Children’s adoration led by Deacon Dez at 11:30am on 3rd Thursday each month at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 2901 Huffman Rd. All are invited to come! Contact Lana Persson persson@alaska.net, 349-4399 for more information. We also provide music to residents of Providence Extended Care twice a month. Contact Mary Kemper at 345-8760 for more information.
November 8 │ St. Anthony Catholic Church will be having its annual holiday bazaar on Saturday, November 8 from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Vendor tables are available for $35.00 for two, or $50.00 for three. A variety of craft and food items will be available, as well as a gift basket silent auction and white elephant sale. All proceeds benefit parish ministries. Please reserve your tables now by calling Annette Alleva at 278-2668 or email Mizbavn@aol.com
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Executive Assistant - Help us make a difference in the lives of homeless youth. Covenant House has a full time Executive Assistant position open for a self motivated and dedicated individual to provide a broad range of administrative, managerial, and project support for the Executive Director. Position requires a BA Degree and a minimum of 3 years of office management experience. All applicants must possess a clean driving record and pass a state and federal background check. If you are interested, please submit your cover letter and application to Covenant House Alaska, PO BOX 104640, ATTN: Human Resources, Anchorage AK 99510 or call 339-4207 for further information. Applications can be found on line at www.covenanthouseak.org or at 609 F Street.
Music Coordinator - Holy Cross Parish is in need of a Music Coordinator who has keyboard/piano experience. Please call Fr. Dan Hebert at 349-8388.
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.
CATHOLIC BOOKS & SUPPLIES
Saintly Seconds is a second hand store located in Eagle River, Alaska that sells gently used items donated by patrons. Please call 696-2947 or email: info@saintlyseconds.net for more information.
Posted by Cindy Lentine at 10:59 AM.
October 05, 2008
Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time - [October 5 - October 12, 2008}
ATTENTION YOUNG ADULTS! Holy Family Cathedral is making plans to develop activities for young adults, people in their twenties and thirties, married and single. If you are a young adult, if you have children who are young adults, or if you know of any young adults who might be interested in these activities, please send their names, addresses, e-mail, and telephone numbers to hfcyoungadults@gmail.com.
October 8 │Our Lady of Guadalupe is having a Young Adult Ministry BBQ Bash for young adults in their 20's and 30's. The gathering will be on Wednesday, October 8th from 6:30 - 8:30pm. Smoked brisket, pulled pork, live Praise & Worship music, and a time for get to know one another. There is no cost, but please RSVP and sign-up by October 5th to bring a salad, bread, or dessert. For questions or to RSVP, please call Barbara @ 868-1129 or email olog_yam@gci.net
October 18│Saturday Sacrament Series: Eucharist - Course 2 of this four course series will take place Saturday, October 18th 9:00am to 1:00pm at Holy Spirit Center. Each month through December we will focus on a specific Sacrament (or two) reflecting on the history, validity, preparation and spirituality of the Sacraments. With the newly released Sacramental & Catechetical Guidelines for the Archdiocese of Anchorage this is a fantastic opportunity for all of us to review these wonderful gifts that bring God present in our lives. The November session will focus on Reconciliation. Cost is $25.00 per single session. For more information contact Sr. Jo Gaugier at (907) 297-7741.
October 18 │ St. Anthony's - Native Mass at 5:30 pm with a potluck following.
October 22 │ Alaska Federation of Natives - Noon Mass for delegates to the conference at Holy Family Cathedral followed by a spaghetti luncheon presented by the Kateri Circle and other potluck dishes would be appreciated.
ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY COURSES Interested adults are welcome to take these courses as “Newman Observers”. Register and pay $100 before the first class. It is also possible to take these courses for CEUs or two professional development credits (an additional $95 charge). For more information, call 564-8274 or email rleiner@alaskapacific.edu. For details, visit www.alaskapacific.edu/depts/newman/course_descs.php
FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)
October 3rd, 7th & 10th│Marriage Information Nights : Archdiocese of Anchorage Family Life Ministries will present several opportunities for anyone interested in finding out more about what it means to be married in the Catholic Church. Representatives form Engage Encounter, World Wide Marriage Encounter, Natural Family Planning and Retrouvaille, along with local priests will be available to answer questions. Fr. Thomas Brundage the Archdiocesan Judicial Vicar and Fr. James Oberle the Director of the Office of Evangelization & Worship will be among the presenters at these presentations. Please join us on Friday evening October 3rd at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Soldotna, Tuesday evening October 7th at Saint Michael Parish in Palmer and/or Friday evening October 10th at Holy Cross Parish in Anchorage. All presentation will be held from 7:00 - 9:00 pm. For more information contact Julie at (907) 297-7710
October 10-12│ Engaged Encounter Weekend Engaged Encounter provides marriage preparation primarily for couples who are planning to marry in the Catholic Church. However, couples who are not Catholic are also welcome to attend one of our weekends. For more information or to register contact John and Jane Erkmann at erkmann@alaska.net or (907) 346-2279
October 17-19│Retrouvaille 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 17-19, 2008 call 1-907-360-2227 or visit our web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com
October 24-26│ Marriage Encounter Weekend Worldwide Marriage Encounter’s Mission of renewal in the church and change in the world is to assist couples and priests to live fully intimate and responsible relationships by providing them with a Catholic “experience” and ongoing community support for such a lifestyle. For information or to register contact James & Shaharriet Houchins jnshouch@gci.net or (907) 644-8677 or (907) 230-5589
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call (907) 346-2343)
October 18 │ Saturday Sacraments Session II - The Eucharist - its meaning, history and catechesis in the Catholic tradition. 9am to 12pm. Fee: $25 for individual session. Register at this site or call 907-346-2343. Advance registration preferred, and registration will also be taken at the door.
November 1 │Saturday Sacraments Session III - Reconciliation - its meaning, development in history and catechsis. 9am to 12pm. Fee: $25 for individual session. Register at this site or call 907-346-2343. Advance registration preferred, and registration will also be taken at the door.
December 6 │Saturday Sacraments Session IV - Anointing of the Sick and the Rite of Christian Burial. Prayer for those who are seriously ill and the Rite of Christian Burial are two events in which families, friends and faith communities can be involved in way that comfort and help bring meaning to these difficult events. This session will explore the teaching of the Catholic tradition and open up the role of those around the person who is ill or deceased. 9am to 12pm. Fee: $25 for individual session. Register at this site or call 907-346-2343. Advance registration is preferred, and registration will also be taken at the door.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
October 24 │ Do you love to bake? The CSS Spirit of Denali event needs you! Brother Francis Shelter is hosting this event to celebrate Alaska Native culture through music, dancing and food, Friday, October 24, 2008 from 10am — 3:00pm and we need desserts. Please consider donating anything sweet that can be divided up easily into single servings (cookies, brownies, etc.). Items can be delivered to the shelter (1021 East 3rd Avenue) on October 23rd or before noon on the 24th. Thank you!
Catholic Social Services’ Brother Francis Shelter is preparing to serve more guests as the weather gets colder. To help us meet our guest’s basic needs we are soliciting socks, undergarments, men’s belts and stackable chairs. Items can be delivered to the shelter at 1021 East 3rd Avenue. Thank you!
November 24 │Join the Knights of Columbus of St. Patrick’s Parish and Catholic Social Services as they team up to provide all the fixings for a traditional Thanksgiving meal to people in need. Our Anchorage Thanksgiving Blessing event will be held Monday, November 24, 3 — 8 pm at St. Patrick’s Parish (2111 Muldoon Road). Contact Melissa Bartley at 222-7344 or mbartley@cssalaska.org to volunteer or to donate items.
Help Catholic Social Services’ St. Francis House celebrate Hallo –“bean” by bringing in non-perishable food items for October’s Spook-tacular Halloween Food Drive. Please remember to bring in your donations of food if your parish collects regularly or drop them off at 3710 East 20th between the hours of 9am – 4pm. Thank you!
Catholic Social Services is promoting a program by the Spiritual Directors of Alaska called The Listening Post – A Place to Meditate & Pray – A Place to Tell Your Story. This is a program for people who desire an opportunity to share their concerns with a trained volunteer who offers respect and confidentiality. Open 11:00am – 4:00pm Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday and 5:30pm – 8:00pm Thursday on the 2nd floor of the Downtown Transit Center at 6th & G Street. All are welcome. There is no fee or expectation.
Are you looking for the perfect gift? Catholic Social Services plans to publish “Expressions of Refugee Youth” along with other meaningful photographs of refugees resettled by the CSS Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program. The “coffee table” style book will be available for the holidays with a delivery date of December 1, 2008. Books will be 12 by 12 and cost $45.00. Please contact Katie Bender at 222-7338 or kbender@cssalaska.org to arrange payment and pick up. Thank you for supporting the CSS Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program!
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.
OTHER EVENTS
September 24 through November 2 │Christians throughout the Anchorage area are invited to take part in the national 40 Days for Life effort from September 24 through November 2. In addition to 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion in America, please consider volunteering to pray outside of Planned Parenthood and the Alaska Women’s Health PC (located at 4001 and 4115 Lake Otis) for one or more hours during the 40 days, and spread the word to others about this important life-saving effort. To get more information, or to volunteer to help, please contact: Christine Kurka, 907-306-3263, cekurka@mtaonline.net, 40daysforlife.com/anchorage. All are welcome!
October 19 │ DAY OF FAITH IN ACTION AGAINST THE DEATH PENALTY
All are welcome to join People of Faith and the Alaskans Against the Death Penalty on Sunday, October 19, 2008 at the Park Strip Veterans Memorial (9th and I) from 2:00—3:30pm. Free and open to the public. Join us for cookies and coffee at the Holy Family Education Center immediately following the meeting at the park strip. For information, contact Sue at 276-5753 or Blanche at 272-0638.
CATHOLIC HOMESCHOOLERS open gym play on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month 10:00am -11:30am with Children’s adoration led by Deacon Dez at 11:30am on 3rd Thursday each month at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 2901 Huffman Rd. All are invited to come! Contact Lana Persson persson@alaska.net, 349-4399 for more information. We also provide music to residents of Providence Extended Care twice a month. Contact Mary Kemper at 345-8760 for more information.
November 8 │ St. Anthony Catholic Church will be having its annual holiday bazaar on Saturday, November 8 from 10:00am to 4:00pm. Vendor tables are available for $35.00 for two, or $50.00 for three. A variety of craft and food items will be available, as well as a gift basket silent auction and white elephant sale. All proceeds benefit parish ministries. Please reserve your tables now by calling Annette Alleva at 278-2668 or email Mizbavn@aol.com
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Executive Assistant - Help us make a difference in the lives of homeless youth. Covenant House has a full time Executive Assistant position open for a self motivated and dedicated individual to provide a broad range of administrative, managerial, and project support for the Executive Director. Position requires a BA Degree and a minimum of 3 years of office management experience. All applicants must possess a clean driving record and pass a state and federal background check. If you are interested, please submit your cover letter and application to Covenant House Alaska, PO BOX 104640, ATTN: Human Resources, Anchorage AK 99510 or call 339-4207 for further information. Applications can be found on line at www.covenanthouseak.org or at 609 F Street.
Music Coordinator - Holy Cross Parish is in need of a Music Coordinator who has keyboard/piano experience. Please call Fr. Dan Hebert at 349-8388.
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.
CATHOLIC BOOKS & SUPPLIES
Saintly Seconds is a second hand store located in Eagle River, Alaska that sells gently used items donated by patrons. Please call 696-2947 or email: info@saintlyseconds.net for more information.
Posted by Cindy Lentine at 01:50 PM.
