Rosary for Peace – October 11
Please join us to pray the rosary at 12 noon on October 11 at St. Ann. We will pray for peace in our nation, asking God to save America and our world through the Rosary of his most Holy Mother. Contact Denise at 406 498-4811 or the St. Ann office at 509 535-3031 for more information, or to volunteer to help with the rosary.
Pope Leo asks everyone to pray the Rosary throughout October: https://www.usccb.org/news/2025/pope-asks-everyone-pray-rosary-peace-throughout-october
Social Justice Ministry Meeting – October 15
The Social Justice Ministry (SJM) meets every other month on the 3rd Wednesday at 6:30 PM on Zoom. Our next meeting is Wednesday October 15 at 6:30 PM. Anyone interested in learning about social justice at St. Ann, or in learning more about our subcommittees, is welcome to attend. Subcommittees include Creation Care, Education, Community Outreach, and Sunday Lunch. Contact Elizabeth for info or for the Zoom link at: sjm.stann@gmail.com
Special Request from Matthew 25 Ministry
The Matthew 25 Ministry has a special request. One of the families the group is helping is in need of size 6 diapers. If you would like to donate a package of diapers, you can drop them off at the office or bring them to Mass. If you are interested in learning more about the Matthew 25 Ministry, they meet after Mass on the 2nd and 4th Sundays.
A message of gratitude to St. Ann Community,
We want to express our deepest gratitude for the significant role the church and everyone played in our wedding preparations. The warmth, support, and encouragements made our special day even more memorable.
Knowing that we were surrounded by such a caring community added to the joy of our celebration.
Thank you once again for everyone’s kindness and for being such an important part of our lives. We look forward to continuing our journey together in faith and fellowship.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Conor & Ariane McC.
Annual Catholic Appeal
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this year’s Annual Catholic Appeal so far. This year our parish has a goal of raising $39,653.00. As of October 2, we have raised $11,040.00, which is 27.84% of our goal.
Please prayerfully consider how you can support St. Ann to reach our ACA goal this year, and be sure to mark your donation for St. Ann Spokane so that your donation goes towards our goal.
ACA Collections
Parish Goal: $39,653.00
Donations as of 10/8/25: 11,485.00
Percentage of goal: 28.96%
Salam Maria fundraiser
The book “Salam Maria” – which is “Hail Mary” in Swahili – is available in the front pew of the church, or in the parish office, for a suggested $10 donation The money from this fundraiser will go towards helping youth in rural Kenya. Although the title of the book is in Swahili, the book is in English and is an informative resource for praying the rosary.
Donations may be made in cash or by check, or paid online (and picked up in person): https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/salam-maria-book-fundraiser
Creation Care Corner
“The myth of unlimited material progress is replaced now by an understanding that we humans must serve as guardians and caretakers of nature in all its fragility.” Laudato Si’ (78)
Seven Tips for Less Toxic Clothing (this information from Green America (https://www.greenamerica.org)
- Buy less toxic clothing. The more newly bought conventional clothing you have in your closet, the more chemicals were used in their production-and those chemicals may still be lingering.
- Buy Used. Used clothing has generally been washed many times, meaning that most of the toxic finishes have already been scrubbed away.
- Make what you have last longer. With a little extra care, you can extend the life of the clothes you already have. Make do and mend, if needed.
- Beware of the “new clothing smell.” This will indicate a toxic chemical was used in the finish. Soak the item in the washer or sink overnight by covering with water and a cup of baking soda.
- Buy green and high-quality. Look online for the Green Business Directory for clothing made from eco-friendly fabric without toxic dyes and finishes.
- Forego toxic detergent and fabric softener. Conventional detergents, dryer sheets, and fabric softeners, even when “fragrance freed”, contain a whole host of chemicals – and they’ll coat your clothes with those chemicals. Use eco-friendly detergents from certified green companies.
- Don’t dry clean. Conventional dry-cleaning requires the use of perchloroethylene, a nasty , recognized carcinogen which can cause a host of health problems.
Gonzaga Climate Center’s For our Common Home Lecture Series presents:
A free Documentary Screening of “Cooked: Survival by Zip Code”
Wednesday, October 22 at 6 p.m.
Hemmingson Auditorium
Thank you to the Creation Care Team for sharing these reflections with us.
Upcoming Parish Events and Important Dates
October 11 – Rosary for Peace at 12 noon in the church
October 11 & 12 – 2nd Collection to help those in need in our parish and neighborhood.
October 15 – Social Justice Ministry meeting – 6:30 PM on Zoom
October 18 – Community wine tasting after Mass
October 18 & 19 – Ministry Fair
October 25 & 26 – Bi-lingual Mass with music by Orellana Choir
October 25 & 26 – Parish finance report after Mass
Weekly Events
Sundays at 8:15 – 9:00 AM – Reservation Chapel open for private prayer before Mass
2nd & 4th Sunday – Matthew 25 Ministry meeting in the parish house after Mass
Every Sunday except the 1st Sunday – Swahili Choir practice at 11:00 AM
Sundays at 7:00 PM – St. Ann Zoom prayer services.
Mondays at 2:30 PM on Zoom – Craig’s Discussion Group
Saturdays 3:15-4:00 PM – Reservation Chapel open for private prayer before Mass
Monthly Events
1st Sunday of each month – Swahili Mass at 9:00 AM
1st Sunday of each month – Catholic Women’s Association meeting in the house at 11:00 AM
Last weekend of the month – Music by Orellana choir for both Masses
Sunday Evening Zoom Prayer Service – 7:00 PM
The Sunday evening Zoom prayer service continues to be a prayerful gathering for some of our parishioners. The service on Sunday evenings is a chance to pray and share together. The service begins at 7:00 PM. Contact the parish office if you are interested in learning more about this prayer service.
St. Mary Parish Art Walk – October 25 & 26
St. Mary Parish is hosting an Art Walk on October 25 & 26 in the School Gym and Parish Hall at 304 S. Adams Rd. The theme for this Art Walk is “Saints in Sacred Art” and the display includes dozens of prints of fine art that show how different saints have been portrayed throughout history. The Art Walk will be open from 6-8 pm on Saturday and 8 am to 2 pm on Sunday and includes activities for children.This event is part one in a four part Art Walk series. See the flyer below for more information, and the dates for the future art walks in the series.
Prayer Lists
Please contact the parish office if you would like to add a name to the prayer list.
Please pray for these community members in need of our support or healing:
Nancy J. | Dianne F. & family | Janet S. | Susan L. |
Estella L. | Andy T | .Roberta B’s family | Michel & Sonia |
James H | Theresa W-B. | Michelle M | Brandon B. |
Connie C | .Michael K. | Elise N. | Ellie H. |
Peg T. | Rich L. | Natalie M. | Joyce M. |
Dina A. | Sandi W. | Craig B. | Transito’s family |
Matt B. | Jane T-M | Jan K. | Kerry M. |
Anne K. & family | Dale & Mary K | Mary Ellen S | Mia S. A. |
William B. | Patricia C. & family | Thomsen family | Paul Z. |
Bob A. | Maricela R.A. | Pam & Pat S. | Richard D. |
Sr. Joy M. | Peder J. | Marlee L-O. | Francisco O. |
Tom J. | Judi P. | Megan D. | Maureen B. |
Val C. | Don K. | Charlotte D. | Stephanie A. |
Al H. | Abdullah S. | Derrick J. | Nancy W. |
Robert C. |
Please remember our recently departed and pray for their grieving families and friends:
Paul B. | Fr. Jim D. | Miguel R. | Nancy R. |
Fr. Robert F. | J. Kenneth K. | Ron P. | Hal T. |
Roberta (Bobby) B. | Betty B. | Walter B. Jr | Judy M. |
Patricia S. | Josefina H. | Fr. Francis | Charlotte K. |
Joan L. | Jim T. | Dolores R. | Joe G-B |
Jorge A. | Dan W. | Fr. Paul D. | Transito O. |
Anthony D. | Guadalupe R. | Adam M. | Mycah J. |
Bill S. | Susan H. | Art M. | Joseph K. |
Bernie K. | Maggie A. | Teobaldo C. | Sheila T. |
Janet C. | Wes J. | Virginia A. | Frederick O. |
Boniface N. | Lupe’s brother Lorenzo R. A | Jeanne F. | Dianne’s Mom Shirley F. |
Hue Thi V. | Faith’s sister Caroline | Dianne H. | Beverly J. |
Sunny B. | Gordon C. | Daniel N. | Daniel B. |
Eileen H. | Fr. Tom C. |
Mass Times, Staff Contact Info & Office Hours
Information about Mass Times can be found on our new parish website here: https://stannsspokane.org/mass-times/
Office Hours & Staff Contact Info can be found on the Contact page of the new website: https://stannsspokane.org/contact-us/
Get Reminders About Parish Events
We are using a program called “Remind” that is very easy to sign up for. Just text saintanncc to 81010 to get reminders about parish events!
Online Giving with Tithe.ly
You can donate using the direct link to the St. Ann tithe.ly page:
https://give.tithe.ly/?formId=e93446f0-6864-11ee-90fc-1260ab546d11
Or by visiting the giving page of our parish website: https://stannsspokane.org/giving/ If you would rather mail in a donation, our address is 2120 E 1st Ave Spokane WA 99202
Monthly Collection Totals – August 2025
General Collection $11,988.30
Social Concerns $953.81
Coffee & Donuts $103.67
Building Fund $5,872.00
Total collections & bldg fund $18,917.78
Link for the full collection reports can be found on the Giving page of the parish website. https://stannsspokane.org/giving/
St. Ann Mission Statement
The Mission of Saint Ann Catholic Church is to live the Good News of Jesus Christ. To create a family and community of faith that lives with integrity and justice. To care for those who are vulnerable, and to treat one another and all those we encounter with dignity and respect.
