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June 29, 2009
Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time [July 5, 2009]
Vacation Bible School - VBS
July 27-31 │Holy Cross Parish - 10 am to 1 pm - "Discovery Canyon!" 349-8388
July 27-31│St. Patrick's Parish - 9 to noon - "Crocodile Dock" - 337-1538
July 7 │ Concert at St. Andrew's Church - The Anchorage Concert Chorus is going on a South America concert tour. Please pray for safe travels as they visit Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay. The ACC will give a pre-tour concert at St. Andrew's Church in Eagle River, Tuesday, July 7, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are just $5 at the door.
July 15 │Application Deadlines – Seattle University Applications are now being accepted. Seattle University offers the Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies (MAPS) in Anchorage, Alaska. Join those who are preparing to serve others in a variety of ministries. Don’t delay, apply today! For questions about our programs or the application process feel free to call or email Catherine Kehoe Fallon, MC, Admissions Coordinator, (206) 296-5333, fallon@seattleu.edu
July 17-18 │Theology of the Body - St Andrew's Catholic Church in Eagle River - An introduction to the Theology of the the Body: Discovering the Master Plan for Your Life. Based on John Paul II's teachings and presented by the world renowned speaker and best selling author Christopher West. For more information please cal Debbie Marino 694-2170 or Sarah Hauer 622-4817
September 18-19 │ Discipleship Days 2009 "Formed by the Word" - Save these dates! Make plans NOW to join us! Friday evening 9/18 and Saturday 9/19. National and local presenters will provide a variety of educational and inspiring workshops for Adults, Young Adults and Youth. Set aside this time to be enriched in your ministries, and renewed in your commitment to live as a Catholic. For more information please call Cindy Lentine at 297-7711.
October │ The SALT (Scripture and Leadership Training) program is a non-credit certificate program offered through the Archdiocese of Anchorage in a cooperative agreement with the School of Theology and Ministry of Seattle University. It offers participants the opportunity to connect Scripture to their life through reflection and prayer in the context of an adult learning community. Class sessions are offered in multiple parishes throughout the Anchorage starting the first week of October. Please visit www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/salt.htm or call Cindy Lentine at 297-7711.
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)
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (For information on the following retreats or to inquire about others call 346-2343)
August 7-11 │Silent Centering Prayer Retreat - Holy Spirit Center. This retreat will include communal Centering Prayer sits, a Taize Service, Lectio Divina, video presentations by Fr. Thomas Keating and quiet time. Participants should be familiar with the practice of Centering Prayer. Fee: 3 day retreat (Fri 6pm-Sun pm) $195.00 or full 5 day retreat (Fri 6pm - Tues 1pm) $325.00. For more information contact Kess Frey 338-2894, to register contact Holy Spirit Center 346-2343 or www.holyspiritcenterak.org
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
To meet the needs of our clients, Catholic Social Services frequently works across programs. For example, Brother Francis Shelter has a client and community clothing room that our newly arriving refugees use. This month, Brother Francis Shelter has a shortage of petite women’s clothing and tall, slender sizes for men. If you have clothing that meets this description please consider donating it to Brother Francis Shelter located at 1021 East 3rd Avenue. Thank you!
The Catholic Social Service’s food pantry, St. Francis House has entered its busy season. With children out of school (not receiving free breakfast & lunch) family hunger can spike. On a recent day, CSS served 84 families and struggles to keep food on the shelves during this season of increased demand. Please continue your generous donations of food through your parish collection drives. Thank you!
CSS Front Desk Volunteer Opportunity. Help CSS welcome donors and clients, answer a wide variety of questions and connect people to resources. Please consider volunteering a few hours a week at the Catholic Social Services front desk, located at 3710 East 20th Avenue. We need a volunteer on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:00 am – noon. If you are interested in one or both days please contact Melissa Bartley at mbartley@cssalaska.org or 222-7344.
Brother Francis Shelter needs sandwiches on Wednesdays to have enough food for those guests who are working non-traditional schedules (missing meal times). Usually donated sandwiches arrive on the weekends and then they are out by mid-week. For more information contact Jim Stout at 277-1731 or jstout@cssalaska.org. Thank you!
OTHER EVENTS
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:
Director of Finance and Operations - Covenant House Alaska is seeking a full time Director of Finance and Operations. This position is responsible for the overall management of the budget, investments, audits, grant reporting, facilities and building management, food services, procurement, fixed assets, IT and computer services, and other functions in managing the business and financial affairs of a not for profit corporation. Many functions accomplished through the direction of subordinate staff and contractors. Requires a BA in Business Administration with emphasis in accounting, CPA desirable. Minimum of 5 yrs exp. in related fields. Must be familiar with grant budgeting / accounting standards and budget preparation, computerized accounting software(s)and MS software products. Submit application, cover letter and resume to Covenant House Alaska, PO BOX 104640, ATTN: Human Resources, Anchorage AK 99510 or email bjewell@covenanthouseak.org. Applications at http://covenanthouseak.org or 609 F Street. Call 339-4207 for further information.
Teachers │ 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
The Bread of Life Bookstore located in Eagle River sells new religious goods. 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 on June 29, 2009 02:59 PM.
