Alaska seminarian closes in on priestly ordination date with ‘wonder and awe’
“I put on my calendar ‘Ordination to the Priesthood of the God of the Universe.’ It’s one of those things that is utterly beyond comprehension,” he said.
How might we bring our kids and loved ones back home to the church?
Over the past 25 years, one of the most common prayer request I hear deals with a son or daughter who has left the church, or a husband or parent who no longer attends Mass, or a grandchild who has drifted from the faith.
Anchorage Catholics are leaving an artistic mark on Alaska
Their multi-media works are exhibited across Alaska, around the world. The bronze statue in downtown Anchorage of Balto, the heroic dog of the diphtheria run that gave rise to the Iditarod sled dog race, is perhaps their best-known piece among Alaskans…
Anchorage Archbishop’s December Calendar
Anchorage Archbishop Paul Etienne is scheduled to participate in the following liturgies and events in the month of December.
Archbishop to head U.S. bishops’ national collection efforts
In his new role, Archbishop Etienne will oversee national collections efforts that support various programs and outreaches around the nation and the world.
Advent should be a time of ‘extravagant love’
But I do know the mind of a parent. Christmas brings out the sentimental, extravagant, overwhelming desire to give that which is most wanted, something that will delight a little heart.
In small ways, each of our lives touches so many other lives
My family will tell you that one of my favorite movies is “It’s a Wonderful Life.” Every time I watch it I shed a joyful tear thinking about the gift that each of us is to others.
Anchorage Archbishop’s Advent Reflection: Prepare for the coming of Christ
Let us prepare not only for the celebration of Christ’s birth at Christmas, but Christ’s birth and life within us, and ultimately, for his promised return at the end of time.
Archbishop Etienne remains hopeful for the church, calls for perseverance
Without a doubt, the ‘show-stopper’ moment came at the beginning of our meeting, when Cardinal DiNardo announced that he had only the night before received word from the Holy See (through the Congregation for Bishops) that we were not to vote…
News & Upcoming Events across the Anchorage Archdiocese
The following is a list of news briefs and upcoming events from across the Anchorage Archdiocese.