Cemeteries are ‘silent witness to the preciousness of our days’
When I first visited her home, I didn’t know if the cemetery was calming or eerie. Over the years, I’ve come down solidly on the peaceful aspect of life by a cemetery.
Pope names Juneau bishop as temporary administrator of the Anchorage Archdiocese
Pope Francis named Juneau Bishop Andrew Bellisario as the temporary leader of the Anchorage Archdiocese until a new archbishop can be named to replace Archbishop Paul Etienne.
Young adults headed to Alaska wilderness for Catholic theology, philosophy
Monks and nuns with Eagle Eye Ministries will conduct an Alaskan Summer Institute from July 11-21, beginning with a four-day hike along the famed Crow Pass Trail.
Safe environment steps for the future of the local & universal church
The ministry of Safe Environment is fortunate to have been under the direction of Archbishop Etienne. The Independent File Review Commission continues with its work to review all clergy and religious personnel and safe environment files.
Young adults fly north to do God’s work among Alaskans
“I hope to walk away from this summer with a sense of peace that we followed (God’s) will and did his work,” Carlson said. “I hope that we are able to touch hearts and bring those we encounter closer to Christ.
News & Happenings: Young adult conference, Eucharistic procession and more…
This is a roundup of upcoming events and news briefs from across the Anchorage Archdiocese.
Alaska summer camp aims to radiate ‘beauty of Catholic faith’
St. Therese’s Camp in Wasilla is gearing up for another summer of canoeing, archery, field games, campfires and camaraderie — all within the context of celebrating a vibrant Catholic faith.
Upcoming Anchorage talk: ‘Woman as Prophet: A Feminism for the 21st Century’
“The beauty of the feminine genius at home and in the world” is the title of an upcoming talk in Anchorage. The June 20 event is part of the monthly speaker series presented by the local chapter of Catholics United for the Faith.
Lumen Christi graduates highly recommend Catholic education
Ten seniors graduated last month from Lumen Christi High School, a ministry of St. Benedict Church in Anchorage.
Holy Rosary grads cherish delving deeper into Catholic faith
Eleven seniors graduated this year from Holy Rosary Academy in Anchorage, an independent Catholic school. Vice Principal Tommy Welsh, who taught the graduates students throughout junior high and high school, was impressed by the group.