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March 27, 2009

Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion [April 5, 2009]

UPCOMING ARCHDIOCESAN LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS:

April 10│ Good Friday Faith Walk - Throughout the Anchorage Area, Times Vary
April 25│Confirmation Celebration St. Andrew Parish - Eagle River - 5:30pm
April 26│Confirmation Celebration Sacred Heart - Wasilla - 11:30am
April 27│Confirmation Celebration St. Elizabeth Ann Seton - 7pm
April 28│Confirmation Celebration St. Benedicts - 7pm
May 2 │Confirmation Celebration St. Anthony's - 5:30pm
May 3 │Confirmation Celebration Our Lady of Guadalupe - 5:30pm
May 15│Ordination of the Deacons - Holy Family Cathedral - 7pm
May 16│Confirmation Celebration Our Lady of the Lakes - 6pm
May 17│Confirmation Celebration Our Lady of Perpetual Help - 11:30am
May 24│Confirmation Celebration Sacred Heart - Seward - 9:30am
May 31│Confirmation Celebration Holy Family Catheral - 5:30pm

April 10 │ Good Friday Faith Walk - Join us on a Journey of Faith! The walk will concludes with all groups meeting at the Town Square/Alaska Center for the Performing Arts at 11:15am to pray the final station together. Go to "Calendar" (upper right hand corner of Archdiocese of Anchorage web site) to download information. Please call 297-7711 for more information.

On April 26 │ "Ladies of All Ages Tea Party" - 4th Annual - 2 pm at Holy Cross. This is an elegant afternoon tea where you and your friends can spend time enjoying a lavish lunch served by our friendly staff. There will be an open auction for the hostess center pieces and a silent auction table for the quiet competitors. This event boasts many door prizes and a hat competition. If interested in reserving a seat for the event please call the parish. We are also in need of ladies interested in hosting a table for this event. There are only twelve tables available with eight seats at each table and will be given to the Hostesses on a first come, first serve basis. $25 per person or $200 per table. This is a very popular event and tables will go fast. Please contact Theresa Austin or Janine Redding at 349-8388.

May 1-2 │ The Called & Gifted Workshop - St. Elizabeth Ann Seton - God is calling you to a unique purpose in life, a work of love that only you can do. Discern your spiritual gifts! Please call Effie at 644-9734 or Marcia at 694-2170 x 207 for more information and to register.

May 6-9 │North American Forum "Beginnings Plus" Training for RCIA & Liturgical Ministers (with focus on adults and children) - Holy Spirit Center. Please call Cindy Lentine at 297-7711 for more information and to register.

June 1-4 │ ACYC (Alaska Catholic Youth Conference) at St Elizabeth Ann Seton on Huffman. Click on "ACYC" on the home page to download information and registration form. Questions? Please call Matthrew Beck at 907-745-3229 ext 12.

Catholic Native Ministry Welcomes Our New Brothers and Sisters living in the Archdiocese of Anchorage. Let us help you get acquainted and involved. Please contact: Pearl Chanar 245-2024 and/or Renee Nicholson 243-2240.
- 3rd Saturday each month │ Native Mass - 5:30 pm at St. Anthony Church followed by a potluck.
- Sunday │ Native Mass - 11 am at the Native Hospital for patients and families.
- Thursday │ Native Kateri Circle meeting 11:00 am to 1:30 pm at St. Anthony Parish hall: potluck, prayer circle, and faith formation for all who are free at this time.

FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)

May 1-3 │ I will proclaim your name to my brethren….” in today’s Psalm. Does your marriage/holy orders preach the gospel by example? The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekends are May 1-3 and Nov. 20-22. Dates fill fast, early registration is recommended. For more information call James and Shaharriet Houchins 644-8677 or 230-5589 or e-mail jnshouch@gci.net

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

August 18-26 │8 Day Silent Retreat Fr. Vincent Beuzer, SJ and Fr. Armand Nigro, SJ have led Ignatian retreats for over 40 years worldwide. Both are experienced in discernment of spirits, scripture, theology, and spirituality. During this retreat, Fr. Nigro & Fr. Beuzer will focus on the theme of Listening to the Voice of God. The retreatants will be given a framework in order to prepare for a deeper awareness of the presence of God. The various prayer exercises are centered on the reality of the Now Jesus, in us as we desire to know, love and serve him more meaningfully. The retreat begins at 7p m (6 pm check-in) on Tuesday evening and ends after breakfast on Wednesday 26. The retreat offers: Private bedroom with 3 daily meals, Sacred Silence, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Scripture & Daily Mass. Cost is $650 per person. Deposit of $300 to register. Call Holy Spirit Center for more information or to register (907) 346-2343. Partial scholarships available for those in financial need.

CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES

May 9 │Charity Ball 2009 – A Night of Stars! CSS with host the Charity Ball, Saturday, May 9 at the new Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center! If you wish to attend, underwrite, or purchase adverting to support Catholic Social Services’ largest annual fundraiser please visit www.cssalaska.org and click on events or contact Katie Bender at 222-7338 or kbender@cssalaska.org for more information.

April 18 │Stop Sex Trafficking in the Last Frontier - A Community Awareness Workshop, Saturday, April 18 at Lutheran Church of Hope, 1847 W. Northern Lights Blvd., Anchorage, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Registration is $15 - contact Linda Heim at 345-0204 or lindaheim@att.net for more information.

OTHER EVENTS

April 10,11,13&14 │Russian in Four Days! Katya Paukova will teach you Russian in a way you would never have thought possible. Cost $170. Please call 248-2603 or email whaleymichele@asdk12.org.

Fridays │ Agape Alaska Toastmasters speak on faith - A new chapter of Toastmasters International has formed in Anchorage for people seeking to hone their “communications and leadership skills” while “sharing their faith.” Agape Alaska Toastmasters will provide a forum for people to practice public speaking, specifically, on faith-related themes. The group will meet every other Friday (8 – 9 am) at Denny’s Restaurant on the corner of DeBarr and Bragaw. For more information, contact Duane Epton at 229-1654 or duaneepton@gci.net, or Julie Galligan at 250-2500. For more information, visit www.Toastmasters.org.

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:

St. Mary's School is recruiting teachers for this upcoming school year. Positions are available for lower elementary (generalist), intermediate (generalist) and middle school (math, science, language arts and literature). Please contact Joshua Lewis, principal, at joshua.c.lewis@mac.com or 907-486-3513.

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.

Bishop's Attic has free pickup service on Tuesday and Thursday for donated items. Please call 279-6328 to schedule. Proceeds of all sales support Catholic Social Services and programs at the Archdioceses.

Posted by Cindy Lentine at 09:47 AM.

March 25, 2009

Fifth Sunday of Lent [March 29, 2009]

March 28 │Outdoor Stations of the Cross for Lent - followed by hot cocoa and Taize Prayer by candlelit (organized by St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School 5th Grade Girl Scout Troop) Saturday, 8:30 pm - Holy Spirit Center

March 28 │ CONSECRATION TO OUR LADY - St. Benedict's Church, March 28, Saturday, 12 noon - The Legion of Mary invites everyone to the annual Consecration to Our Lady, the "Acies". Fr. Francis Li, O.P. will officiate. The program includes the rosary, consecration and Benediction followed by a reception downstairs. Please join us for this celebration, The Feast of the Annunciation of the Lord.

March 31 │CHRISM MASS - 7:00 pm at Holy Family Cathedral

April 1 │Michael Murphy, Executive Director, International Catholic Stewardship Council will speak on "Best Practices in Parish Stewardship" Holy Spirit Center - 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Please call 297-7704 for more information.

April 3 │Lenten Fish Fry - Proceeds go to support Holy Cross Youth Ministry 7th Annual Fish Fry to be held on April 3 at Holy Cross Parish. Fish dinners will be offered with French fries, Cole slaw, and tartar sauce. You can choose from beer-battered halibut or citrus season baked salmon. You can have your order ready for dining in, pick-up or drive through. Individual plates are $7 each or $25 for a family special. We will start serving at 5:30pm and finish at 7 pm. To pre-order, please call 349-8388.

May 6-9 │North American Forum "Beginnings Plus" Training for RCIA & Liturgical Ministers (with focus on adults and children) - Holy Spirit Center. March 6 is deadline for the earlybird special discount. Please call Cindy Lentine at 297-7711 for more information and to register.

June 1-4 │ ACYC (Alaska Catholic Youth Conference) at St Elizabeth Ann Seton on Huffman. Go to "Calendar" (upper right hand corner of Archdiocese of Anchorage web site) to download information and registration form. Questions? Please call Matthrew Beck at 907-745-3229 ext 12.

FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)

May 1-3 │ “Unless a grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains just a grain of wheat; but if it dies, it produces much fruit.” Let a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend help your relationship produce more fruit. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend in this area May 1-3 and Nov. 20-22. Early registration is highly recommended. To register or for more information callJames and Shaharriet Houchins 6448677 or Cell: 907-230-5589/360-9716 E-mail: jnshouch@gci.net

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

CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES

OTHER EVENTS

March 29 │AFACT's Alaska Native Organizing Ministry leaders will hold a one-hour meeting on Sunday, March 29 at 2:00 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 825 S. Klevin, to publicly address Alaska Native education issues and education stimulus funds. Families are encouraged to attend and provide testimony. Governor Palin has been invited to attend the meeting.

March 30 │AFACT leaders will hold a press conference on Denali Kid Care on Monday, March 30 at 12 noon at Bethel Chapel, 239 Price St. At the event, leaders and families will once again voice shared concerns and hopes for Denali Kid Care and children's health care. The press conference will build on the success of the well-attended public meeting AFACT held in April 2007. Congregation and community members are invited to attend to support this effort.

April 10,11,13&14 │Russian in Four Days! Katya Paukova will teach you Russian in a way you would never have thought possible. Cost $170. Please call 248-2603 or email whaleymichele@asdk12.org.

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

Posted by Cindy Lentine at 10:25 AM.

March 16, 2009

Fourth Sunday of Lent [March 22, 2009]

March 22-26 │Anchorage Faith & Action - Congregations Together AFACT) is offering Alaska Leadership Training North Star Bible Camp in Willow, Alaska. Cost per participant $285 - Deadline to register March 132009. For more information please contact Angela Liston at aliston@caa-ak.org or 907-297-7731.

March 31 │CHRISM MASS - 7:00 pm at Holy Family Cathedral

FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)

May 1-3 │ "Whoever lives the truth comes to the light, so that his works may be clearly seen as done in God..." Today's Gospel urges us to live a life centered on Christ. Let Worldwide Marriage Encounter help your marriage/Holy Orders to be more Christ-centered. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend in this area is May 1-3 and Nov. 20-22. Early registration is highly recommended. To register or for more information call :James and Shaharriet Houchins 6448677 or Cell: 907-230-5589/360-9716 E-mail: jnshouch@gci.net

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

March 26-29 │MEN'S IGNATIAN RETREAT "I BELIEVE IN THE HOLY SPIRIT" – There will be a Men's Ignatian Retreat March 26-29 at Holy Spirit Center. Jesuits, Fr. Nigro and Fr. Beuzer will lead this retreat with the theme, "I Believe in the Holy Spirit". The retreat begins at 7:00pm on Thursday evening (no meal) and ends after lunch on Sunday. The retreat offers: Private bedroom with 3 daily meals, Sacred Silence, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Scripture & Daily Mass. Cost is $255 per person for a private room; $225 for a double room; $200 commuter. Non-refundable deposit of $50 to register. Call Holy Spirit Center for more information or to register (907) 346-2343.

CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES

Catholic Social Services serves approximately 12,000 children a year living in poverty through Beyond Shelter, Clare House, Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services, Pregnancy Support Services, the Teen Homes and St. Francis House. Catholic Social Services knows how important healthcare is to families in need. Please contact your legislators today and tell them that you support increasing Denali KidCare eligibility to 200% of the federal poverty level. This will mean Denali KidCare will be available to more people who are struggling to meet the basic needs of their families. Visit the Catholic Social Services website at www.cssalaska.org to get more information and a handy link to your legislators.

March 26 │ Learn more about hunger - join Catholic Social Services for a free public lecture by Joel Berg, Thursday, March 26, 7pm, UAA Student Union Den, 3211 Providence Drive. Since 2001, Joel Berg, has been executive director of the New York City Coalition Against Hunger, which represents more than 1,200 nonprofit soup kitchens and food pantries in New York City. Berg has published widely on the topics of hunger, national and community service, and grassroots community partnerships.

OTHER EVENTS

April 10,11,13&14 │Russian in Four Days! Katya Paukova will teach you Russian in a way you would never have thought possible. Cost $170. Please call 248-2603 or email whaleymichele@asdk12.org.

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

Posted by Cindy Lentine at 01:43 PM.

March 09, 2009

Third Sunday of Lent [March 15, 2009]

March 15 │Mayoral Candidates Forum hosted by AFACT (Anchorage Faith & Action – Congregations Together) will be held on Sunday, March 15 from 2:00-3:30 pm at Central Lutheran Church, 1420 Cordova. The candidates will be questioned on the many issues that have been raised by members of AFACT congregations during the past few years. For more information, call 297-7731.

March 18 │ Are you a woman between 18 and 50 looking to deepen your faith and spirituality? The Adrian Dominican Sisters invite you to join us in our home at 7:00 pm on the third Wednesday of each month for prayer and conversation. For directions and further information, please contact us at 770-7675. The next gathering is Wednesday, March 18. We look forward to gathering with you!

March 19 │THEOLOGY & BREW presents " Care and Treatment Decisions for Compromised Patients or Patients at the End of Life" by Rev. Tadeusz Pacholczyk, Ph.D. Snow Goose - 7pm

March 20 │The Cyrene Group, offering support for widowed persons will gather, at St. Patrick's Parish, 2111 Muldoon Rd. to join in the celebration of St. Patrick's Day Feast on Friday, March 20, 2009, 6:30pm for dinner and show. For more information and tickets please contact Joan at 333-7826.

March 20 │ Commitment Deadline - Pilgrimage and Study Tour to Greece and Turkey May 5-13, 2009. Please email Professor Regina Boisclair at boiscl@alaskapacific.edu for more information.

March 31 │CHRISM MASS - 7:00 pm at Holy Family Cathedral

April 1 │Michael Murphy, Executive Director, International Catholic Stewardship Council will speak on "Best Practices in Parish Stewardship" Holy Spirit Center - 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Please call 297-7704 for more information.

FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)

May 1-3 │ "The weakness of God is stronger than human strength." Today's second reading advises us not to rely on our own strength. Marriage can be so very difficult to sustain in today's society. Come and tap into the graces that are available to you on a Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend in this area is May 1-3 and Nov. 20-22. Early registration is highly recommended. To register or for more information call James and Shaharriet Houchins 6448677 or Cell: 907-230-5589/360-9716 E-mail: jnshouch@gci.net

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

March 20 & 21 │Fr. Richard Gula, S.S., Professor of Moral Theology - Franciscan School of Theology, Berkeley, California - Four talks on Moral Theology & Professional Ethics in Ministry. March 16 deadline to register. Please call Alan Muise at 346-2343.

March 26-29 │MEN'S IGNATIAN RETREAT "I BELIEVE IN THE HOLY SPIRIT" – There will be a Men's Ignatian Retreat March 26-29 at Holy Spirit Center. Jesuits, Fr. Nigro and Fr. Beuzer will lead this retreat with the theme, "I Believe in the Holy Spirit". The retreat begins at 7:00pm on Thursday evening (no meal) and ends after lunch on Sunday. The retreat offers: Private bedroom with 3 daily meals, Sacred Silence, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Scripture & Daily Mass. Cost is $255 per person for a private room; $225 for a double room; $200 commuter. Non-refundable deposit of $50 to register. Call Holy Spirit Center for more information or to register (907) 346-2343.

Did you know that last year more than 3,000 people participated in programs at Holy Spirit Center, your archdiocese's ministry center? Maybe YOU were one of those who enjoyed the Center's scenic environment during a workshop, retreat or meeting. You can help make it possible for Holy Spirit Center to remain a unique resource for people from throughout our community with a charitable gift to the 2008 Challenge Drive. Please call Alan Muise at 346-2343 or Julie Varee at 297-7718 to make your Challenge Drive pledge or gift today. Your support will help ensure Holy Spirit Center continues to be a sacred place for your life-long faith formation and development.

CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES

March 19 │In honor of St. Joseph’s Day please bring an extra food item for the St. Francis House food pantry collection – only with the significant help received from the parishes, St. Francis House is able to provide a 2-day emergency supply of food to approximately 1,280 families a week. Thank you!

Check-out the new Catholic Social Services’ 40 Days, 40 Ways pamphlet for Lent. The 40 Days, 40 Ways pamphlet offers new suggestions to utilize a wide range of talents and interests to serve God’s people in need. For example, #9 is Become a CSS “friend” on Facebook and # 36 is Make a wooden podium for the CSS Center Conference Room. Visit www.cssalaska.org to find out more or call Ellen Krsnak at 222-7327.

May 9 │ Save the date — Charity Ball 2009! CSS with host the Charity Ball, Saturday, May 9, 2009, at the new Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center! If you wish to attend, underwrite, purchase advertising and/or donate an auction item please visit www.cssalaska.org and click on events or contact Katie Bender at 222-7338 or kbender@cssalaska.org for more information. The Charity Ball is Catholic Social Services largest annual fundraiser and helps to fund nine social service programs.

OTHER EVENTS

April 10,11,13&14 │Russian in Four Days! Katya Paukova will teach you Russian in a way you would never have thought possible. Cost $170. Please call 248-2603 or email whaleymichele@asdk12.org.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES:

St. Mary's School is recruiting teachers for this upcoming school year. Positions are available for lower elementary (generalist), intermediate (generalist) and middle school (language arts and literature). Please contact Joshua Lewis, principal, at joshua.c.lewis@mac.com or 907-486-3513.

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

Posted by Cindy Lentine at 09:09 AM.

March 04, 2009

Second Sunday in Lent [March 8, 2009]

March 8 │ “At the Death House Door” a documentary told through the eyes of Reverend Carroll Pickett, who from 1982 to 1995 ministered 95 inmates in the final hours, will be shown at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish at 1:30 pm. A discussion with Rev. Pickett will follow. This film was short-listed for an Academy Award this year. This is in conjunction with Alaskans Against the Death Penalty. All are invited.

March 8 │ Annual Chili Feed - Alaskans Against the Death Penalty at 5:50 pm. Chili provided - side-dishes and beverages welcome! At the home of Hugh & Lanie Fleischer - 1401 W. 11th Avenue. For more information please call 274-2453. Donations will be accepted.

March 19 │THEOLOGY & BREW presents " Care and Treatment Decisions for Compromised Patients or Patients at the End of Life" by Rev. Tadeusz Pacholczyk, Ph.D. Snow Goose - 7pm

March 20 │The Cyrene Group, offering support for widowed persons, will gather at St. Patrick's Parish, 2111 Muldoon Rd. to join in the celebration of St. Patrick's Day Feast on Friday, March 20, 2009, 6:30pm for dinner and show. For more information and tickets please contact Joan at 333-7826.

March 20 │ Commitment Deadline - Pilgrimage and Study Tour to Greece and Turkey May 5-13, 2009. Please email Professor Regina Boisclair at boiscl@alaskapacific.edu for more information.

March 31 │CHRISM MASS - 7:00 pm at Holy Family Cathedral

FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)

May 1-3 │ "And he was transfigured before them..." Today's Gospel witnesses the fourth Luminous mystery, the Transfiguration. A fruit of this mystery is a desire for holiness. Let Worldwide Marriage Encounter recharge your marriage. The next Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend in this area is May 1-3. Early registration is highly recommended. To register or for more information call: James and Shaharriet Houchins 6448677 or Cell: 907-230-5589/360-9716 E-mail: jnshouch@gci.net

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

March 12-15 │WOMEN'S IGNATIAN RETREAT "I BELIEVE IN THE HOLY SPIRIT" – There will be a Women's Ignatian Retreat March 12-15 at Holy Spirit Center. Jesuits, Fr. Nigro and Fr. Beuzer will lead this retreat with the theme, "I Believe in the Holy Spirit". The retreat begins at 7:00pm on Thursday evening (no meal) and ends after lunch on Sunday. The retreat offers: Private bedroom with 3 daily meals, Sacred Silence, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Scripture & Daily Mass. Cost is $255 per person for a private room; $225 for a double room; $200 commuter. Non-refundable deposit of $50 to register. Call Holy Spirit Center for more information or to register (907) 346-2343.

March 20 & 21 │Fr. Richard Gula, S.S., Professor of Moral Theology - Franciscan School of Theology, Berkeley, California - Four talks on Moral Theology & Professional Ethics in Ministry. More information coming soon.

March 26-29 │MEN'S IGNATIAN RETREAT "I BELIEVE IN THE HOLY SPIRIT" – There will be a Men's Ignatian Retreat March 26-29 at Holy Spirit Center. Jesuits, Fr. Nigro and Fr. Beuzer will lead this retreat with the theme, "I Believe in the Holy Spirit". The retreat begins at 7:00pm on Thursday evening (no meal) and ends after lunch on Sunday. The retreat offers: Private bedroom with 3 daily meals, Sacred Silence, Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, Scripture & Daily Mass. Cost is $255 per person for a private room; $225 for a double room; $200 commuter. Non-refundable deposit of $50 to register. Call Holy Spirit Center for more information or to register (907) 346-2343.

CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES

Check-out the new Catholic Social Services’ 40 Days, 40 Ways pamphlet for Lent. The 40 Days, 40 Ways pamphlet offers new suggestions to utilize a wide range of talents and interests to serve God’s people in need. For example, #9 is Become a CSS “friend” on Facebook and # 36 is Make a wooden podium for the CSS Center Conference Room. Visit www.cssalaska.org to find out more or call Ellen Krsnak at 222-7327.

Catholic Social Services’ Pregnancy Support Baby Boutique is in need of diapers (size 3 – 5) for the larger babies that we serve. The Baby Boutique is located at 3721 East 20th Avenue and is open from 11am – 3:00 pm Tuesday & Thursday. Donations can also be dropped off across the street at CSS, 3710 East 20th Avenue from 9 a.m. – 5:00 pm Monday – Friday.

If you know someone who is struggling with an unintended pregnancy please recommend the Catholic Social Services’ Pregnancy Support program. We offer life-affirming counseling and support. Please call 888-625-7315 or 276-5590 or visit www.cssalaska.org for more information.

OTHER EVENTS

JOB OPPORTUNITIES:

St. Mary's School is recruiting teachers for this upcoming school year. We have positions available for lower elementary (generalist), intermediate (generalist) and middle school (language arts and literature). Please contact Joshua Lewis, principal, at joshua.c.lewis@mac.com or 907-486-3513.

Catholic Anchor Advertising Representative-Duties:
sell advertising for Catholic Anchor newspaper; work with clients to establish contracts; communicate closely with Editor to modify ads; meet with editor to set sales goals; bill clients for all advertisements sold. Qualifications: professional and self motivated and ability to generate contacts. Pay: 25% commission of all advertising revenue generated, hourly wage for those hours spent billing clients (about 2 hours a week). Work conditions: develop your own schedule, work from home or office as needed, office phone and computer available, send resume and three reference contacts to: Catholic Anchor, 225 Cordova St.,Anchorage, AK 99501 or email: catholicanchor@gci.net

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.

Receptionist - Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish is seeking bilingual (English-Spanish) applicant for a part time position as a receptionist for the Parish office. Hours will not normally exceed 25 hours a week and 5 hours a day, Monday thru Friday. Duties include greeting visitors, answering phone calls, bulletin preparation, preparation of reports and letters, recordkeeping, filing, and other duties assigned. Applicant should have good personal work skills and knowledge of basic computer skills to include Microsoft Word and Publisher. Salary depends on experience. Contact LeAndra Childs in the Parish office at 248-2000 ext 204.

CATHOLIC BOOKS & SUPPLIES

Posted by Cindy Lentine at 12:54 PM.