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July 07, 2010
Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time [July 11, 2010]
SPECIAL MASSES & LITURGICAL CELEBRATIONS
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.
Vacation Bible School
July 26-30│ St. Patrick Parish
July 26-30│ Holy Cross Parish
July 26-30│ St. Mary's Parish - Kodiak
August 2-6 │ St. Michael Parish - Palmer
August 9–13│ Holy Family Cathedral - SUMMER SOUNDS DAY CAMP - an introduction to a children/youth music program - please call 276-3455 for more information.
August 10│”History and Structure of Mass including the Latin Mass” Summer class by Deacon Bill at Holy Cross Parish - 7 pm - For questions, call Janine Redding, 349-8388.
August 17 │Book entitled “Apostles” “Through the Apostles, we come to Jesus himself.” By Pope Benedict XVI (beginning of book to John). Summer class by Deacon Bill at Holy Cross Parish - 7 pm - For questions, call Janine Redding, 349-8388.
August 24 │Completion of book “Apostles” Summer class by Deacon Bill at Holy Cross Parish - 7 pm - For questions, call Janine Redding, 349-8388.
August 31 │Topic to be announced. Summer class by Deacon Bill at Holy Cross Parish - 7 pm - For questions, call Janine Redding, 349-8388.
YOUNG ADULTS
The Holy Family Cathedral young adults (men and women, single and married, aged 18-39) invite others to join them for:
- Weekly discussions at 7:00pm on Wednesdays in the Holy Family Center (on 5th Avenue, west of the Cathedral).We are studying and discussing Pope John Paul II's teachings on the Theology of the Body, using the book Sex and the Sacred City. No preparation is necessary. Contact Jen (ntaboutu@yahoo.com/ 218-839-5366) for more information.
- Adoration and Social on Fridays at 7:00pm in the Cathedral (social activity follows at 8:00pm). Contact Randall at 250-3300 for more information.
- Ladies Monthly Coffee and Book Discussion Group on July 13 from 6:30- 7:45am at the downtown New Sagaya. We meet on the 2nd Tuesday of the month and are reading The Authentic Catholic Womanby Kineke. Contact Jen (ntaboutu@yahoo.com/ 218-839-5366) for more information.
- Monthly recreation activities: Road trip to Homer on July 17-18 Join us for camping on the spit, a winery visit, and maybe even kayaking.Theology of the Body retreaton August 28-29 at the Eagle River Nature Center. Contact Lucy (lbaranko@hotmail.com/ 953-1256) or David (viking@eagle.ptialaska.net/ 223-6520) for more information and to sign-up.
To receive weekly details of activities or if you have questions, please send an e-mail to hfcyoungadults@gmail.com. You may also visit www.holyfamilyCathedral.org and click on "Young Adult Group," join "HFC Young Adults" on Facebook, or call Br. Dominic at 907-276-3455 or Jen at 218-839-5366.
ALASKA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY(Courses open to Newman Observers. For more information contact Liz Hilpert at 564-8291 or email boiscl@alaskapacific.edu or liz@alaskapacific.edu)
COVENANT HOUSE
Covenant House is gathering items for their “Job Search” closet. They are specifically in need of black shoes and black belts in all sizes for both young men and young women. The girls specially need shoes with low to no heels (flats). They also are in need of any clothing for job searching purposes. Also a special request for their Chapel: small Stations of the Cross, Chalice and Plate. Please feel free to contact Julie Galligan on her cell: 250-2500.
CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES
Catholic Social Services is recruiting for a part-time Parish Volunteer Coordinator (PVC) to work with newly arriving refugees resettled by the Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program. The PVC will create an organizational structure to strengthen Parish commitment to refugee resettlement and focus on securing winter clothing, independent transportation training and community social support. Visit cssalaska.org and click on employment for more information. Position funded by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for one year.
Brother Francis Shelter (BFS) needs adult clothing to include socks, undergarments, pants and jackets. The clothing room at BFS has witnessed a dramatic increase in visitors and is having trouble meeting the demand. Please drop off donations at 1021 East 3rd Avenue. Thank you!
July 10 │Sponsor Fr. Scott and Support CSS. Can you imagine riding a bike for 200 miles? In one day? How about sitting on a bike seat for 14 hours? Not something for the faint of heart, which is why we at Catholic Social Services laud Fr. Scott Medlock at St. Patrick’s for his participation in the Fireweed 200! Fr. Scott will ride all 200 miles from Sheep Mt. Lodge to Valdez on Saturday, July 10, 2010. You can sponsor Fr. Scott, who is a CSS Trustee, by giving a donation to Catholic Social Services in his name by visiting www.cssalaska.org.
July 24-25 │ The Plein Air Painters of Alaska and Special Guest Artists present the FOURTH ANNUAL "PLEIN AIR WEEKEND"! Saturday, July 24th and Sunday, July 25th, 2010. 10 am to 6 pm daily. Free for all ages. Artists painting on location, art for sale, prizes and games for adults and kids and a silent auction will all be part of this amazing event! A portion of the proceeds to benefit Clare House. 5801 Barry Ave. Anchorage, AK 99507. East on Abbott, Right on Birch, 1st left is Barry. Call 333-0793 for more information. One of the best art events of the summer!!!
HOLY SPIRIT CENTER (www.holyspiritcenterak.org or call 346-2343)
July 7 - July 15 │Eight Day Ignatian Retreat Eight (8) Day Silent Retreat. Mother Teresa said: "We need to find God, and he cannot be found in noise and restlessness. God is the friend of silence. See how nature, trees, flowers, grass grow in silence; see the stars, the moon and the sun, how they move in silence. We need silence to be able to touch souls." The 8-Day Ignatian Retreat is surrounded by sacred silence where the Blessed Sacrament is exposed 24/7. The directors, Fr. Vince Beuzer, SJ & Fr. Armand Nigro, SJ have led Ignatian Retreats for over 40 years. Fee: $650.00
FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES (to find out more about Archdiocesan Family Life Ministies log onto www.archdioceseofanchorage.org/living/family/index.html)
JOB OPPORTUNITIES:
Catholic Social Services is recruiting for a part-time Parish Volunteer Coordinator (PVC) to work with newly arriving refugees resettled by the Refugee Assistance & Immigration Services program. The PVC will create an organizational structure to strengthen Parish commitment to refugee resettlement and focus on securing winter clothing, independent transportation training and community social support. Visit cssalaska.org and click on employment for more information. Position funded by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for one year.
Human Resource Manager - Covenant House Alaska is seeking a motivated self-starter who would be responsible for coordinating the recruitment, orientation, and training processes for employees and volunteers. This position will assist the business department in coordinating the management of benefit programs, and ensuring that all personnel / payroll related information is disseminated and transferred in a smooth and orderly fashion.
Bachelor degree, excellent communication skills and demonstrated professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: Human Resources Administration, public speaking, and working with volunteers. Computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and desktop publishing. Master degree and PHR certification is preferred. Covenant House Alaska offers a competitive benefits package and a flexible vacation plan. Salary is DOE. Covenant House is an EEO employer.
Please forward Application, resume and cover letter to Human Resources, Covenant House Alaska, PO BOX 104640, Anchorage, AK 99510 ATTN: Barb Jewell or to bjewell@covenanthouseak.org . Application is required.
Elementary School Teacher - St. Mary's School in Kodiak is looking for an intermediate elementary teacher for the 2010-2011 school year. Please contact Joshua Lewis, Principal, St. Mary's School, Kodiak, Alaska - 907.486.3513.
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
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.
ST. PAUL’S CORNER │Looking for Catholic books, gifts, and items of faith? Come see what’s new at St. Paul’s Corner at the Holy Cathedral. Sundays 8:30am to 5:30pm - Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; 11am–2pm. 646-3070
Posted by Cindy Lentine on July 7, 2010 10:34 AM.
