Archbishop Etienne’s decree establishing independent commission on sexual misconduct
Editor’s note: Anchorage Archbishop Paul Etienne issued the following decree on Oct. 23.
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Archdiocese of Anchorage appoints independent commission on sex abuse
Anchorage Archbishop Paul Etienne issued a decree appointing an independent commission to review all personnel files of clerics and religious men and women who have served in the archdiocese since its canonical establishment in 1966.
Upcoming talk: ‘What would Chesterton think of the Catholic Church in 2018?’
One of the world’s most respected G.K. Chesterton scholars is headed to Anchorage for what promises to be a lively presentation this Thursday night, Oct. 25.
Broken and hurting, we must give the world Jesus
The following is from the witness talk Father Michael Shields gave in August during the World Meeting of Families in Ireland.
Youth scouting programs aim to kindle love of God and nature
Youth scouting programs have a long history in the United States. The most well known are the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. But newer groups like the American Heritage Girls and Trail Life USA are on the rise in recent years.
Struggling to impose order on chaos
Many years ago, a friendly dispute arose in a government office where I worked. On one side of the debate were the tidy people whose desks were spotless except for the day’s pertinent documents.
Alaska Catholic women unite to recharge faith
“These mini-retreats have young women still in high school all the way up to our seniors of the parish. It is great to see them all come together to better themselves and enjoy the community we have created.”
‘Every winter I worry’ about those Alaskans without shelter
Winter is near, and we look around and ask ourselves, “Are we prepared?” In our community, do those without safe, warm shelter this winter have a place to go?
Archbishop to students: Do not settle for the things of this world
Speaking to Catholic school students, parents and educators, Anchorage Archbishop Paul Etienne said the primary purpose for attending a Catholic school is to be formed as a person of deep faith.
Alaska parishes gear up for annual holiday bazaar fundraisers
Across the Archdiocese of Anchorage, plans are afoot for parish-based craft fairs and carnivals — activities that make the looming dark days a bit brighter.