Official program for Jan. 21 vigil for Archbishop Hurley
The Anchorage Archdiocese released the official program for the Jan. 21 prayers and vigil service for Anchorage Archbishop Emeritus Francis Hurley, who died Jan. 10.
Articles by Joel Davidson
Archbishop chooses little known Alaska mission for final resting place
In what may come as a surprise to many, iconic Anchorage Archbishop Francis Hurley will be buried in a remote Catholic cemetery, about a two-hour drive south of Anchorage. The humble final resting place for the much celebrated Alaskan bishop was chosen himself, according to his long-time personal secretary Joann White.
Pope Francis praying for Archbishop Hurley
Pope Francis expressed sadness upon hearing of Anchorage Archbishop Emeritus Francis Hurley’s death on Jan. 10. In a message sent to Anchorage Archbishop Roger Schwietz, Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin said the Holy Father is joining Alaskans in commending Archbishop Hurley’s soul to the “merciful love of God.”
Images of Archbishop Hurley through the years
CatholicAnchor.org The Catholic Anchor has compiled a photo gallery of Anchorage Archbishop Emeritus Francis Hurley who died peacefully on Jan 10 in his Anchorage home. Click here to view images of Archbishop Hurley taken during his four decades ministering in Alaska.
Funeral arrangements finalized for Archbishop Hurley
CatholicAnchor.org Funeral arrangements have been finalized for Anchorage Archbishop Emeritus Francis T. Hurley, who died peacefully on Jan. 10 in his Anchorage home. He was two days shy of 89. Following a public visitation and viewing at Janssen Evergreen Memorial Chapel in Anchorage on Wednesday, Jan. 20, Archbishop Hurley’s body will be taken to Holy…
‘Lone Ranger’ Christianity fades into the West
We were not made to be spiritual Lone Rangers. The Pew study shows in no uncertain terms that outside Christ’s Mystical Body — the church — we cannot long endure in faith. It’s an old saying: Remember the Sabbath, and keep it holy.
Alaska pilgrimage sites established for Holy Year of Mercy
During the Jubilee of Mercy, which runs until Nov. 20, an indulgence can be obtained for the faithful who make a pilgrimage to and pass through the Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome or any of the other papal basilicas in Rome. Additionally indulgences can be obtained by passing through the Holy Door of any shrine, cathedral or church designated by the local bishop.
News & upcoming events across Anchorage Archdiocese
CatholicAnchor.org The following news briefs and event notices appear in the January issue of the Catholic Anchor, the official newspaper and news website for the Archdiocese of Anchorage, Alaska. Search continues for longest married couple in Alaska Worldwide Marriage Encounter, the Christian marriage enrichment program, is launching its annual search for the longest married…
Anchorage Archbishop’s Jan. Calendar
CatholicAnchor.org Jan. 1, 5-8, 12, 15 – 9 a.m., Mass, St. Andrew Jan. 2, 9, 16 – 3:30 p.m., Reconciliation, St. Andrew Jan. 2, 9, 16 – 5:30 p.m., Mass, St. Andrew Jan. 3, 10, 17 – 10 a.m., Mass, St. Andrew Jan. 3, 10, 17 – 7 p.m., Mass, St. Andrew Jan. 18-21, Episcopal…
Funeral & memorial Masses set for Fr. Weise
The funeral Mass and memorial Masses for Father Thomas Weise have been finalized. Father Weise, 46, served as a priest for the Diocese of Juneau, Alaska. He died on Dec. 6 after suffering a Nov. 25 heart attack while visiting with family in California for Thanksgiving.