Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church (Diocese of Fairbanks)
| Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church | |
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| Dedication: | Little Flower of Jesus |
| Venerated Saints: | None specified |
| Diocese: | Diocese of Fairbanks |
| Deanery: | Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta |
| Address: | PO Box 9, Hooper Bay, AK 99604 |
| Coordinates: | 61.5311, -166.0967 |
| City: | Hooper Bay, AK |
| Subdivision: | Alaska |
| Country: | United States |
| County: | Kusilvak Census Area |
| Website: | No website specified |
| Founded: | |
| School: | Yes |
| Email: | |
Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church is in Alaska (United States) and is part of the Diocese of Fairbanks.
It is dedicated to Little Flower of Jesus.
History
Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church in Hooper Bay, Alaska, serves the predominantly Yupik Eskimo community in this remote village located on the Bering Sea coast. Although the exact founding date isn't well-documented, the church has been a part of the Diocese of Fairbanks' efforts to provide spiritual guidance and community support in one of Alaska's most isolated regions. The church has been under the care of both Jesuit priests and diocesan clergy from Fairbanks, who have traveled to serve the mission and its associated stations. It has played a crucial role in recording sacramental events like baptisms, marriages, and burials, preserving the religious history of the area's Native American population.[1][2]
Special features
- Cultural Integration: The church honors the Yupik culture, integrating local traditions into Catholic practices.
- Mission Station: Little Flower serves not only Hooper Bay but also attends to nearby missions like Blessed Sacrament Mission, emphasizing its role in a broader missionary network.
- Historical Records: The church is significant for maintaining sacramental records of the Native American community, offering insights into the religious and cultural history of the region.
Related parishes
- St. Mary's Catholic Church, Chevak, AK
- Holy Family Catholic Church, Newtok, AK