--- title: "Event: Katherine Gottlieb: “His Hands Upon Me”" slug: katherine-gottlieb-his-hands-upon-me date: 2023-09-05 author: "Gary Ricke" original_url: https://www.lutheranindianministries.org/reflections/katherine-gottlieb-his-hands-upon-me section: reflections images: ["images/0160e546-katherine-gottlieb-his-hands-upon-me-thumb.jpg", "images/96dd30b0-809d99397bba4aafb68f053de69e4200.jpeg"] --- # Event: Katherine Gottlieb: “His Hands Upon Me” Sep 5 Written By [Gary Ricke](/reflections?author=55f2f1aee4b0a206f577f120) long *Sponsored by Lutheran Indian Ministries* You are cordially invited to attend a presentation by Katherine Gottlieb, who will share her inspiring journey as detailed in her book, "The True Story of an Alaska Native and Her Fight to End Abuse: His Hands Upon Me." **Saturday: October 21, 2023: *Sponsored by Lutheran Indian Ministries*** 6:00 pm Katherine Gottlieb shares her story and Princess Warriors dance **Sunday: October 22, 2023** *You are invited to attend any of the church services below at Anchorage Lutheran Church* 8:30 am: Worship and Princess Warriors **9:45 am:** **Adult Bible Study and Katherine Gottlieb** 11:00 am: Worship and Princess Warriors **LOCATION** Anchorage Lutheran Church 1420 N Street Anchorage, Alaska 99501 **Monday: October 23, 2023:** ***Sponsored by Lutheran Indian Ministries*** 6:00 pm Katherine Gottlieb shares her story and Princess Warriors dance **LOCATION** Zion Lutheran Church 2982 Davis Road Fairbanks, Alaska 99709 The presentation will delve into the transformative power of faith, healing, and worship, as well as the importance of fostering a relationship with God. Katherine Gottlieb, born to an Alaska Native mother and a Filipino father, grew up amidst the hardships of alcoholism, domestic violence, abuse, and neglect. Marrying and becoming a mother at the age of sixteen, she embarked on a personal mission to break the cycle of silence that plagued her and many others. Fueled by a resilient faith, she has refused to let her difficult past define her; instead, her life is a testament to determination, ongoing struggle, and enduring hope. This event is open to all individuals who are 18 years old and above. We look forward to seeing you there! [![](images/96dd30b0-809d99397bba4aafb68f053de69e4200.jpeg) Gary Ricke](/reflections?author=55f2f1aee4b0a206f577f120)