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Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord April 16, 2017
Jesus Lives!
Divine Mercy Sunday
Youth Ministry Summer Calendar
Baccalaureate Mass & Reception
Hold Fast to Hope
Get Your Family Moving
Reconciliation Brings Easter Joy
Easter Facts
Archdiocesan News
All around us, nature is rejoicing. The light returns. Snow is melt-
ing, gardening is just around the corner— and thank God – the
temperature is not soaring but it is slowly rising. We have looked
forward to putting on our new clothes for this holiday, of celebrat-
ing egg hunts in the afternoon, and having a great time with fam-
ily members.
We celebrate the greatest miracle of all time — the bodily resur-
rection of Jesus Christ from the dead.
While we all believe this a question that we must ask ourselves
is this: What difference does the resurrection of Jesus Christ
make in my life? If Jesus is risen, it means God is not dead. So
why do we treat Him that way sometimes? Our Lord is not like
our smart phone that we can put on “Do Not Disturb” mode. He
is with us always. There is the temptation of wanting to put Jesus
in a nice, neat box — that box I open on Christmas and Easter. Or
if I am practicing my faith, I put Jesus in a box that I open on Sun-
days.
The point of the Resurrection is that Jesus lives — and not in just
some nice, abstract way “in our hearts” — but that He is a real
Person (the Second Person of the Blessed Trinity) who wants a
real, personal relationship with each and every one of us. Jesus
relates to each of us in a unique way. He knows all our life expe-
riences; He knows our strengths and weaknesses; He knows our
sins, our hurts, our feelings, and our relationships (both good
and broken). On this Easter Sunday, let us give thanks to the
Lord for the gift of Jesus Christ and His resurrection. If you have
been away from the Church, recommit your life to Him, to being
cognizant of His presence, so that His resurrection may not be a
nice memory but a personal reality.
Fr. Moore
Bulletin Deadline -
Wednesday at Noon
Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton School
2901 East Huffman Road
Anchorage, Alaska 99516
Phone……………………....(907) 345-3712
Fax………………….….…...(907) 345-2910
Web……..………..…..…..www.akseas.com
School Staff
Kathy Gustafson…………...…. 644-9723
Principal [email protected]
Peggy Dennehy…………………345-3712
Secretary [email protected]
Brian Dennehy
Physical Education
Nicole Scherer
Music
Beth Lottridge
Computer & Library
Bonnie Siebs
Before and After School Care
Lora Caitlynn Fowler
Spanish
Sarah Afoa
Kindergarten Teacher
Daria Seckers
Kindergarten Aide
Lisa Orizotti
First Grade Teacher
Amanda Donato
Second Grade Teacher
Maggie McConkey
Third Grade Teacher
Rachel Marie Richardson
Fourth Grade Teacher
Caroline Bradshaw
Fifth Grade Teacher
Eddie Ezell
Sixth Grade Teacher
School Board President
Chris Michaelson
Chapel of Our Lady of the Snows
P.O. Box 378
Girdwood, Alaska 99587
Phone……………….……...(907) 783-1171
Web…www.chapelourladyofthesnows.org
Maggie Donnelly………….…....529-4912
Mission Contact [email protected]
Joan Lower……………………...223-3112
Reservations
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For Your Information…
Visitors
We welcome you! Please let one of our
hospitality or pastoral ministers know
you’re visiting with us, so we can say hello!
New Parishioners
We welcome all who wish to join our parish
family! Please ask one of our hospitality
members for a registration form. You will
then receive a welcome packet with lots of
exciting news about our parish and our
Welcoming Committee will contact you.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
If you are interested in becoming a Catho-
lic please contact Cheryl Roderer at 250-
0050 [email protected] or Joan Adler at 602
-1561 or [email protected]
Perpetual Adoration
For information on adoration or to sign up
for a weekly hour with our Lord, please
contact Steve Siebs at 830-4472 or
Sick and Homebound
Please contact the Parish Office if you
would like Communion brought to you or a
loved one, or if we can help you in any
way.
Hospital Visits
When you’re in the hospital and would like
a visit, please let us know by calling the
Parish Office. Due to privacy policies, we
will not be notified by the hospital if you
have been admitted. Please help us by
calling.
Volunteer Hotline
Sacrament of Baptism
Please call the Parish Office to make
arrangements for baptism preparation.
Class dates vary to fit your needs.
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Reconciliation is celebrated on Wednes-
day from 5:30 - 6pm and Saturday from
4:00 - 5:00pm and any time by calling the
Parish Office and talking with a priest.
Sacrament of Holy Matrimony
Couples planning to marry are requested
to make arrangements early, but at least
five months in advance of the proposed
date.
Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish
2901 East Huffman Road
Anchorage, Alaska 99516
Phone……………….……...(907)345-4466
Fax…………….…………...(907) 345-6361
Web…….…………….…..www.akseas.net
Church Staff
Father Steven Moore…….……..Ext.715
Pastor [email protected]
Father Patrick Brosamer……… Ext. 716
Parochial Vicar [email protected]
Director of Faith Formation
Deacon Kurt Adler…..………….Ext. 717
Permanent Deacon [email protected]
Kellie Thomson…………………Ext. 718
Assistant Director of Faith Formation
Anna Schulten……….………… Ext. 732
Youth Ministry [email protected]
Steve Siebs…………………...Ext. 734
Director of Stewardship [email protected]
Marilyn Picou…..……………......Ext. 713
Bookkeeper [email protected]
Debbie Reaume………………...Ext. 710
Secretary/Scheduling [email protected]
Pastoral Council Members
Margaret Anderson
Father Patrick Brosamer
Janet Cowley
Caroline Eddens
Jessica Gutzwiler
Lawrence Oraeki
Bob Ourso
Jim Petrash
Steve Siebs
Diana Weber
Fr. Steven Moore
Rebecca Ward
Chris Doucette
Finance Council Members
Rita DeLaTorre
Dave LeClair
Mayette Morein
Marilyn Picou
Readings For The Week
Mass Schedule and Intentions
4/15
4/16
4/17
4/18
4/19
4/20
4/21
4/22
4/23
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Sp. Int.
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Sp. Int.
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+ MASS SCHEDULE +
Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish
Saturday Vigil: 5:30pm
Sunday: 8:30am 11:30am 5:30pm
Holy Days: 9:00am and 7:00pm
Monday to Friday: 9:00am
Rosary follows Mass
Reconciliation
Wednesday 5:30pm to 6:00pm
Saturday 4:00pm to 5pm
Chapel of Our Lady of the Snows
Sundays: 6:00pm
Easter Sunday April 16, 2017 Page 3
Please Pray For:
Mass Cards Giving the gift of a Mass is a wonderful way to celebrate a
variety of occasions in the lives of your family and friends.
Be sure to stop by the office to see our Mass Card selection
which includes cards for: Birthdays, Spiritual Intentions,
Get Well, Anniversaries and Repose of the Soul. We would
be more than happy to help you.
Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration
People of the Parish
Mary K. Wuertzer
Julie Alfano
Charlie Martin
John Walsh
People of the Parish
Michael Barnes
Victor & Clarita Villaflor
Rosemary Wuellner
Margaret Sheehan
Victor & Ckarita Villaflor
Walter Krause, Sr.
Charlie Martin
Julia Dirba
June Goard
Deacon Robert Whitney
Kathy Holland
People of the Parish
Hourly substitutes are welcomed.
Please call: 345-4466
or email: [email protected]
Liturgical Schedules Liturgical schedules for Sacristan, Hospitality and Lectors
can be found on our web site at www.akseas.net/
Ministries_Schedule.html
8:00pm
7:00am
9:00am CH
Miki
11:30am CH
Miki
9:00am
2nd Int.
9:00am
9:00am
2nd Int.
9:00am
2nd Int.
9:00am
5:30pm
8:30am
11:30am
5:30pm
Monday, April 17th
Acts 2: 14, 22-33
Ps. 16: 1-2, & 5, 7-8, 9-10, 11
Matthew 28: 8-15
Tuesday, April 18th
Act 2: 36-41
Psalm 33: 4-5, 18-19, 20 & 22
John 20: 11-18
Wednesday, April 19th
Acts 3: 1-10
Psalm 105: 1-2, 3-4, 6-7, 8-9
Luke 24: 13-35
Thursday, April 20th
Acts 3: 11-26
Psalm 8: 2 & 5, 6-7, 8-9
Luke 24: 35-48
Friday, April 21st
Acts 4: 1-12
Psalm 118: 1-2 & 4, 22-24,
25-27
John 21: 1-14
Saturday, April 22nd
Acts 4: 13-21
Psalm 118: 1 & 14-15, 16-
18, 19-21
Mark 16: 9-15
Sunday, April 23rd
Second Sunday of Easter
Divine Mercy Sunday
4 Esdras 2: 36-37
Ps. 118: 2-4, 13-15, 22-24
1 Peter 1: 3-9
John 20: 19-31
Bumpy Poole
Ken Tibbetts
Chandelle Cross
Shirley Germaine
Bill Wild
Martin Malneritch
Bob Ourso
Dede Adams
Infant Layne Smith
Shirley Dillenburg
Jim Bosch
Carol Cory
Sandy Henkel
Hank Hodge
Mason VanVickle
Alex Viteri
Julia Gebert
Repose of the Soul
The following adoration hours are open:
Sunday:
Sunday:
Monday:
Monday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Saturday:
12:30 PM to 1 PM
2 PM to 3 PM
1 AM to 2 AM
2 PM to 3 PM
9 PM to 10 PM
2 AM to 3 AM
11 PM to Midnight
2 AM to 3 AM
11 AM to Noon
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Youth Ministry
SAVE the DATE!
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton:
July 10-14, 2017 9 a.m.-Noon
On-line volunteer & student registration begins on May 13.
Contact Audrie Williams, volunteer VBS director,
for additional information: [email protected]
Faith Formation Fr. Patrick Brosamer, Director of Faith Formation
644-9716, [email protected]
Kellie Thomson, part-time Assist. Dir. of Youth Faith Formation
644-9718, [email protected]
3 Remaining 2016-17 Faith Formation Classes Pre-K through Adults meet from 10-11:15 a.m.
April 23, 30 May 7
First Holy Communion Mass Rehearsal~in church
Sunday, April 30, 2017, 1-2 p.m. Mass Celebration~in church
Saturday, May 6, 2017~11 a.m. ~Reception in Miki Auditorium after Mass
Confirmation Mass Rehearsal~in church
Sunday, May 7, 2017, 10-11:15 a.m. Mass Celebration~in church
Tuesday, May 9, 2017~7 p.m. ~Reception in Miki Auditorium after Mass
Baccalaureate Mass & Reception
Sunday, May 14, 5:30 p.m. to honor 2017 graduates
~Reception immediately following Mass~
(Please note: May 14 is also Mother’s Day, so
plan to celebrate both Mom AND your graduate
at this Mass and Reception!)
Anna Schulten, Youth Ministry [email protected] (812) 677-8978 (call/text)
THIS WEEK: K-12 Family Prayer Night
Who says prayer has to
be boring? Come join us
this Thursday, April 20
from 6-8pm for a potluck
and lots of prayer
stations for all ages. Let’s
celebrate Easter together!
ACYC Registration Opens Monday! ACYC is a fantastic event
for Catholic teenagers
(JH&HS) to meet other
Alaskan Catholics, serve,
learn, and grow in their
faith. The registration link
will be posted on our website.
Girls Group Meetings Ladies! Let’s start
meeting again. Join us for
some creative girls time,
Monday, April 24th, 5:30-
7pm. Check it out!
“Come Hungry” Cooking Challenge Bring your mad kitchen
skills to this fun and
edible three-round
cooking challenge.
JH: April 25, 6-8pm
HS: April 27, 7-9pm
Summer Calendar Available! Cut out p. 5 of the bulletin and stick it
to your fridge for fun times from now till
the end of August. Full details of the
events will become available as the
weeks progress. Registration,
timelines, and more online at
ym.akseas.net.
He is Risen! Happy Easter!!
Easter Sunday April 16, 2017 Page 5
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Gifts of Treasure
Knights of Columbus
Why do men join the
Knights of Columbus?
To strengthen and protect Catholic family values
To defend our priests and the teachings of the
church
To perform good, charitable works in the
Community
The fraternity, friendship and camaraderie of work-
ing with other Catholic men and their families.
For more information please contact:
Kevin Adler 440-1659 ([email protected]),
John Kennish ([email protected]) or John Limb
([email protected]) http://www.kofc.org
Being a Knight is about being involved with your com-
munity; it is supporting your local Catholic Church,
while enhancing your own faith; it is about protecting
and enhancing your Catholic family life. Being a Knight
will help make you a better Catholic, a better father
and a better husband.
Our Gifts of Treasure
Annual Budget FY17 $1,272,061.00
Year to Date Needed 4-9 $930,548.00
Year to Date Received 4-9 $852,925.00
Sunday Collection 4-9 $18,253.00
Building Maintenance Fund 4-9 $615.00
Rectory Bath Renovation Needed $13,301.00
Rectory Bath Renovation Received $4,275.00
Thank you for your generosity!
Charity for the month of April will go to
Avivara http://www.avivara.org/
Service, Peace and Justice
Fifteenth Station: Jesus is raised up in all fullness.
The resurrection is taking place
today. How is it taking place in
your life, your community, and in
the world?
Hold fast to hope: “I was typing a sentence con-
demning the brutal bombing of Iraqi children when she
came into my study, pulled my chair from the desk, took my
hand, and cried, ‘Hurry.’ We raced two blocks to an aban-
doned house where a front yard had just been attacked and
overtaken by wild violets, by Johnny-jump-ups. We stood in
silence for three long minutes and cheered the victory of
beauty.” These words of Sr. Mary Lou Kownacki in NCR
(https://www.ncronline.org/blogs/soul-seeing/hold-fast-
hope-fragile-flowers-shout) speak so beautifully to this glori-
ous day. In the darkness of poverty and fear we can still see
the beauty that springs forth at God’s hands. The issues and
concerns of the day are our opportunities to allow God’s love
and mercy to shine.
Want to volunteer? Food Bank of Alaska needs
team members for the Senior Box Builds on the weekend of
June 17-18. There are various time slots available. This is a
great family activity or other youth (10 and older) volunteer
projects. Dates and details are available on the Food Bank
website: http://www.foodbankofalaska.org/ways-to-give/
volunteer
We are also looking for volunteers to assist an elderly disa-
bled couple move furniture and appliances as they prepare
to move closer to family in Colorado. For more info, contact
Pat at [email protected].
Speaking of volunteers: If you’ve been volunteer-
ing at St. Francis House, throughout the year or as part of
our Lenten project, consider attending their volunteer recog-
nition on May 19th at 1pm. Be sure to RSVP (907-222-
7300) so David and Eleanor know for how many they need
to prepare. And a great big THANK YOU for your presence in
service at the food pantry.
Parish Lenten Project: Our project draws to a
close with the end of Lent. Next week we’ll offer a final up-
date. But though the project is ended for this year, the need
does not cease. Your donations, time and prayers are need-
ed throughout the year.
40 Cans for Lent Food Drive
Total Food Donated:
3,157 lbs. as of Wednesday, April 11th
Health Ministry
Your faith has made you whole. Lk 8:48
Respect Life
Easter Sunday April 16, 2017 Page 7
RECONCILIATION BRINGS EASTER JOY
By Mary McClusky (Project Rachel Ministry Development),
March 11, 2016
[EXCERPTS] Although Easter is a
time of great joy for many, it can also
be a painful season. Imagine a wom-
an who has had an abortion watching
children frolic through the grass at an
Easter egg hunt. She may silently ache for the child
she'll never carry in her arms. Her focus is on the tomb,
not on Jesus' victory over sin and death and the joy of
the Resurrection. Those who mourn the loss of their
children to abortion may feel they are not worthy of
God's love….
Many healing journeys begin with the sacrament
of reconciliation…. We receive mercy, pardon, and
grace to strengthen us. If you know someone hesitant
to approach the sacrament because of a past abortion,
assure them that Jesus, who never tires of forgiving, is
eagerly awaiting them….
When you encounter those who avoid returning to
the Church because they fear judgment, it may be
helpful to remind them of all whom Jesus forgave and
healed. The woman caught in adultery. The good thief
on the cross next to him at the Crucifixion. The woman
of many sins who washed Jesus' feet with her tears. St.
Paul had been dedicated to the killing and persecution
of the early Christians until Jesus appeared to him.
Even St. Peter, our first Pope, denied Jesus three times
after knowing that he was the Christ. Pope Francis has
written: "It might seem shocking but I derive comfort
from Peter: he betrayed Jesus and even so he was cho-
sen" (The Name of God is Mercy, 41–42). Remember
that Jesus said: "there will be more joy in heaven over
one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous
people who have no need of repentance" (Lk 15:7)….
Our celebration of life given to us by Christ's victo-
ry over sin and death continues long beyond the Easter
season through the sacraments…. May God's grace
help each of us become channels of healing mercy, so
all who suffer from abortion find peace in Jesus, the
Church he founded, and the joy of the Resurrection.
http://www.usccb.org/about/pro-life-activities/life-
issues-forum/reconciliation-brings-easter-joy.cfm
Get Your Family Moving! Movement and exercise aren’t just for adults. In fact,
there are simple ways that event the busiest family
can get moving. Try out these tips for exercise and
movement that can be enjoyed by the kids, teens and
adults together.
Walk More Go for a pre- or post- dinner walk. Building a walk into
your daily schedule is a great way to ensure everyone
is getting some exercise.
Play Games Choose native activities. Instead of choosing family
activities where you are sitting, like movies, board
games, or video games do things like riding bikes,
playing frisbee, or tag in the yard. And when you go to
the park, play with the kids!
Make It Fun Turn TV commercials into fitness breaks. Invent silly
names for simple exercises (pushups=Bob the Builder
Muscle Builders) and then do them together until the
show comes back on. You can also have the kids take
turns being the leader and deciding which exercise to
do.
Dance Around Turn on the music and start to dance. Get the whole
family moving and being silly together.
Plant A Garden Gardening is a great way to exercise plus the whole
family can enjoy the fruits of their labor with fresh flow-
ers or produce. Yard work such as raking leaves and
jumping in them is another way to get everyone mov-
ing.
Learn Something New Take a class. Do a new activity together such as kara-
te, yoga or dance or join a sports team.
Choose Wisely Choose video games and TV shows wisely. You don’t
have to completely cut out screen time. Look fro
games and programs that get kids moving.
Spiritual Health Tip When we keep our minds on Jesus, He keeps our
minds at peace. Happy Easter!
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Monday, April 17th
Office Closed
9:00am Mass and Rosary
Tuesday, April 18th
9:00am Mass and Rosary
10:00am Magi Ladies
7:00pm RCIA
7:00pm Prayer Shawl Ministry Meeting
Wednesday, April 19th
9:00am School Mass and Rosary
10:00am Preschool Gym Play (Miki Classrooms)
5:30pm Reconciliation
6:30pm Cub Scouts Meeting
7:00pm 8:30 Choir Practice
7:30pm Boy Scouts Meeting
Thursday, April 20th
9:00am Mass and Rosary
7:00pm Al-Anon (room 1-3)
7:00pm High School Youth Ministry Night
7:00pm The Bible and the Virgin Mary Study
Friday, April 21st
9:00am Mass and Rosary
9:00am Art and Environment
Saturday, April 22nd
10:00am Baptism
4:00pm Reconciliation
5:30pm Mass
6:30pm Guatemalan Sale after Mass
Easter Sunday, April 23rd
Guatemalan Sale after all Masses
8:30am Mass
9:30am Coffee and Donuts
10:00am Faith Formation Classes
11:30am Mass
5:30pm Mass
Food for Saint Francis House
Food is collected for St. Francis House in
our foyer and delivered after the 2nd Sun-
day of the month (Sunday, May 14, 2017)
Please bring your non-perishable items to
donate to the foyer. Thank you for help-
ing feed the hungry!
BAPTISM CLASS
Is it time for your baby or young child to be
baptized? Come to the baptism class on
Sunday, May 21st, 2017 at 12:45pm
in the church foyer. For more information,
please contact: Debbie at 345-4466 or
Parish Office Closed
The Parish Office will be closed
on the following days:
Easter Monday ~ April 17
The office will reopen on
Tuesday, April 18 at 9am.
For emergencies please call
the church
345-4466
and follow the directions for
emergency contact.
Thank you!
Easter Blessings!
Please join us for
Divine Mercy
Sunday Celebration
Sunday, April 23rd
2:00pm to 4:00pm
Holy Cross Parish
2627 Lore Rd.
Adoration of the
Blessed Sacrament
Recitation~Chaplet
of Divine Mercy
Reconciliation
1:00pm to 3:00pm
Hope for a
Plenary Indulgence
Divine Mercy Sunday
MILITARY RECOGNITION
BOARD
In the foyer there is a display of men &
women in the military from our parish. If
you have a son, daughter, husband,
wife, grandchild or any other family
member in the military please submit
their name and, or picture to Debbie at
the office. Let us continue to pray for
these dedicated people & their families.
Easter Sunday April 16, 2017 Page 9
EASTER FACTS
The Easter Season lasts for 50 days. It ends with the feast
of Pentecost, May 23rd. The Easter Season celebrates the
resurrection and life that Jesus gave us. The readings will
speak of the appearances of Jesus to his disciples. On East-
er day we have the Easter Bunny. The legend says that the
Easter Bunny was the first animal at the
tomb when Jesus rose from the dead.
The bunny was so affected by the ap-
pearance of Jesus that the bunny turned
white. He also was so startled at the
sight that he became very jumpy. The
Easter Eggs are a symbol of new life.
Every Sunday is a celebration of the res-
urrection. Every Sunday is like Easter
Sunday because at every Mass we re-
member the death & resurrection of Jesus. Don’t let Easter
Sunday be the last time you come to Church!
Help! “We love receiving children’s art-
work in the collection! We simply
ask that you confine these beauti-
ful illustrations to drawing paper,
not the giving envelopes. Thanks!”
Sacred Time—-Family Meals
Everyone who is in the house sits and eats to-
gether at the same time.
No technology at the table.
Implementing a dinner time ritual before eat-
ing, and or prayer intentions and prayer of
gratitude.
Consider lighting a candle.
Are you gluten intolerant?
Are you longing to receive the
Eucharist?
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church has made
accommodations so that you can receive Eu-
charist. Please call Carol 243-5427 if you
would like to know about our procedure.
Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parents Group
and Gym Play
The SEAS Parents Group enjoys Gymplay with our ba-
bies, toddlers, and preschoolers every Wednesday
from 10 am to 12 pm. We
meet in the Miki Gym to
play with trikes, wag-
ons, balls, and so much
more! Come join us for
fun w i th friends and
time to con- nect with
other parents. C o n t a c t
Courtney Everard at [email protected] or 338-
9399 for more information.
SEAS Baby Crib Many Anchorage babies are in need
of disposable diapers, baby wipes,
and baby formula and baby food.
If you place these items in the SEAS
Baby Crib downstairs they will
benefit clients of St. Francis House.
Thank you for your continuing generosity.
The Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton staff and students would like
to wish everyone a Happy East-
er! This week some of the Lumen
Christi high schoolers did a
“Science Day” at our school and
our students got to participate in
hands on science activities. Thank
you Lumen Christi staff and stu-
dents for providing this fun activity
for our students.
Kathy Gustafson
Principal
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The Chapel of Our Lady of the Snows is a
mission of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton's
Church. The Chapel is set in the small moun-
tain community of Girdwood. The Chapel of
Our Lady of the Snows , with adjoining Mead-
ows Community Center, is a perfect setting
for weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners, retreats, and non
profit events. www.chapelourladyofthesnows.org
Please join us for : Sunday Mass at 6pm
Adoration Hours Monday and Tuesday: 6:30pm —- 7:30pm
Wednesday: 9am — 10am & 5pm — 6pm
Thursday: 6:30pm — 7:30pm
Everyone is welcome for:
Quiet Prayer, Meditation and
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament
Catholic Social Services
“In the poor and outcast, we see Christ’s face; by loving and
helping the poor, we love and serve Christ.”—Pope Francis
Serve by becoming a volunteer at St. Francis House Food
Pantry. Fill out a volunteer application online at cssalas-
ka.org. Monetary donations are also needed. You can
donate now at https://www.cssalaska.org/donate to pro-
vide help to those in need in our community or drop off do-
nations of non-perishable food items to the pantry at 3710
E. 20th Ave. 99508.
Clare House gives moms and kids a safe haven from living
on the streets. Please support this Catholic Social Service
program through donations of the following items: wom-
en’s deodorant, lotion, shampoo, liquid laundry detergent,
liquid softener, dryer sheets, large black trash bags, white
trash bags and totes (bins with covers). Donations can be
dropped off at Clare House at 4110 Spenard Road. You
can also order these items on our Amazon Wish List http://
amzn.com/w/2ZEB2V5XTOGOZ. Thank you.
The 27th annual Wilma Carr Charity Ball is coming up and
you are invited to be part of the elegant and fun festivities
on Saturday, May 6 at the Hotel Captain Cook. Charity Ball
is Catholic Social Services’ largest fundraising event of the
year and volunteers are needed for all kinds of tasks before
and on the night of the event! Contact Laura Rice at
[email protected] to sign up to help.
Homeless Family Services is helping families in Anchorage
find a home for a stable setting to raise their kids or live
their lives. Please consider a donation to support homeless
individuals and families with children including veterans.
Needed items include: household goods, cleaning items and
Gift Cards to thrift stores and stores with home goods.
Please contact Katrielle Machida at 907-222-7320 about
times to donate during the work week.
FAMILY LIFE MINISTRIES
Project Rachel to Begin New Support Group│ Suffering, sad,
or confused because of an abortion – you or a family mem-
ber? Whether recently or long ago, consider grieving your
loss through the Archdiocesan-supported Project Rachel
healing group. It is free and confidential. For further infor-
mation or to participate phone our confidential phone line:
297-7781 or Toll Free 1-866-434-3344 (outside the Anchor-
age area).
Retrouvaille is a program which offers tools needed to redis-
cover a loving marriage relationship. Thousands of couples
have successfully overcome their marriage problems by at-
tending the program. A weekend experience combined with
post-weekend sessions provides the tools to help communi-
cation in marriage between husband and wife. It gives cou-
ples the opportunity to rediscover each other and examine
your lives together in a new and positive way. http://
www.retrouvaille.org.
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Catholic Books & Supplies
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 Family Cathedral. Hours of service:
Sundays: 8:30AM to 5:30PM
Closed Mondays and Thursdays
Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 11:00AM–2:00PM
Fridays: 11:00AM-2:00PM
Saturdays: 10:00AM – 2:00PM
If you have questions, please call 907-646-3070
Special Events April 21 & 22—Lumen Christi High School's Drama
Department (grades 7-12) presents::
“The Hollow” by Agatha Christie
Friday, April 21st and Saturday, April 22nd at 7 p.m. in the
APU Grant Hall theater. Tickets are $5 in advance or $7 at
the door. Advance tickets can be purchased at the Lumen
Christi High School front desk or from a student.
April 22| Holy Cross Parish Luncheon Fundraising Event!
Come join the Filipino community in their fundraiser to bene-
fit the Holy Cross Parish Building Addition Fund from
12:00PM - 2:00PM, sturdy, April 22, 2017. Pancit
(noodles), Chicken Adobo, Lumpia (egg rolls), Rice and Des-
sert. $20 per plate and ALL proceeds go to the building addi-
tion. Dine in or take out at Holy Cross Parish, 2627 Lore
Road, Anchorge, AK 99507. Come and enjoy some great
food!
April 23 |St. Andrew Church in Eagle River will hold a special
Holy Hour on Divine Mercy Sunday, April 23 at 3:00
p.m. There will be exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and
Benediction, a sung Divine Mercy Chaplet and other Divine
Mercy prayers. All are welcome.
May 1 | The Archdiocese of Anchorage invites young adults,
ages 18-35, to an Evening of Adoration & Fellowship with
Archbishop Etienne on Monday, May 1 at 7 p.m. at St. Pat-
rick Parish in Anchorage. For more information about this,
please contact Matthew Beck at [email protected] or 907-
297-7734.
May 5-7 | Worldwide Marriage Encounter challenges cou-
ples, priests and religious to go off “off-line” for 44 blissful
hours to attend the upcoming WWME weekend. A weekend
can enhance relationships in a marriage, at home, in the
workplace, religious community or in the local parish. Catho-
lic applications assist in keeping the weekend experience
open to all faith expressions in Alaska who would like to at-
tend a weekend and allows us to invite couples in need of
scholarships. For more information or to apply today go
online to http://alaskawwme.org - Deacon Bill or Sherry
Tunilla 907-248-5616
June 5-8 | The Alaska Catholic Youth Conference
returns to Anchorage on June 5 – 8, 2017. This
year’s theme, He has done great things, comes from the
Gospel of Luke and mirrors the theme for the annual World
Youth Day chosen by Pope Francis. ACYC will engage teens
to look at where the greatness of the Lord has been present
in their lives and in the world around them, magnificently
pouring His love, grace, and mercy into their lives. The Lord
is inviting teens to say “Yes” to live as today’s disciples of
Christ, following the example of Mary, who said “Yes” as a
teen to the angel, Gabriel. Many will be present to challenge
and guide teens including Archbishop Etienne, Meg Hunter-
Kilmer, and Jesse Manibusan. The week will be packed with
sacraments, prayer, music, inspiration, learning, food,
games, and fun. Find The Alaska Catholic Youth Conference
on Facebook, acycconference on Instagram, and ACYC on
Vacation Bible School June 5-9 |
JBER - “Totally Catholic: Maker Fun Factory” – Artic Warrior
Chapel
June 12-16 |
Saint Patrick – “Totally Catholic: Maker Fun Factory”
June 19-23 |
Saint Benedict - “Totally Catholic: Maker Fun Factory”
June 19-23 |
Saint Michael, Palmer - “Hero Central”
July 10-14 |
Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton with Holy Cross - “Totally Catholic:
Maker Fun Factory”
Twitter to get all the latest updates as they become availa-
ble. Online registration will begin later this spring at
www.archdioceseofanchorage.org. We look forward to see-
ing you at ACYC 2017! For more information, please contact
Bonnie Bezousek at 907-297-7732.
June 5-8 |Do you like to sing? Play an instrument? Help
with Liturgy? You are invited youth, adult musicians and
singers to be a part of the ACYC Music Group and Choir for
the celebrations of Mass during ACYC 2017. If you would
like to be a part of the this exciting planning team, please
contact Matthew Beck at [email protected] or 907-297-
7734.
June 21-23, 2017 | Midsummer Light Bible Institute featur-
ing Urseline Sister, Dr. Eileen Schuller and
Dr. M. Eloise Rosenblatt, a Religious Sister of Mercy. Free
Public Lecture: Dr. Eileen Schuller. O.S. U. on the Dead Sea
Scroll June 20, 2017.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Catholic Social Services: http://
www.cssalaska.org/html/employment.php.
Saint Mary’s Catholic School in Kodiak is seeking
to hire a full-time Grade 1 and 2 (multi-grade) elementary
teacher. Please send resume to: Teri Schneider, Saint
Mary’s School, 2932 Mill Bay Road, Kodiak, Ak 99615 or
email: [email protected]
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