Liturgy Committee Meeting – January 18
The Liturgy Committee will meet at 11:00 AM after Mass on Sunday, January 18th in the parish house. This meeting will focus on planning for Lent and Easter. If you are involved in Liturgy at St. Ann, or interested in being involved with Liturgy, you are encouraged to attend this meeting.
Community Wine Tasting – January 17
Our next Community Wine Tasting will be on January 17th. This is a great chance to get to know other parishioners – and there are non-alcoholic beverages available for those who don’t drink wine. Bring a snack to share or just bring yourself!
New Railings at St. Ann
With the addition of new railings for the front steps and ramp, the front steps project at the church is finally complete! The railings will add to our safety, and look wonderful with our mission style church. Thank you to everyone who contributed to our building fund that helped make this project possible.
Thank you!
Thank you to Jan K. for creating our beautiful new “All are welcome” banner for our church. We appreciate her sharing of her talent and her care for our community with this gift to all of us.
Congratulations!
Congratulations to Fatima who celebrated her Quinceanera at St. Ann last Saturday. Thank you to her family for sharing this important rite of passage with the St. Ann community – and for the delicious food they brought for our community to enjoy afterwards!
Social Justice Ministry Meeting – February 11
The Social Justice Ministry meets every other month on Zoom. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 11th. Since the 3rd Wednesday of February is Ash Wednesday, we’ll be meeting a week earlier. If you are interested in learning more about Social Justice at St. Ann, or getting involved with one of the sub-committees, we invite you to join us at this meeting. Contact Elizabeth in the parish office at communityofstann@gmail.com if you’d like the Zoom link.
Save the Date – Mardi Gras on February 14
Join the St. Ann community as we celebrate Mardi Gras on Saturday, February 14. Bring your Valentine(s) for a free meal as we celebrate as a community before Lent begins! More info coming soon!
1st Holy Communion & Confirmation – April 12
Bishop Daly will celebrate the sacraments of 1st Holy Communion and Confirmation at St. Ann on Sunday, April 12 at the 9:00 AM Mass.
We will be contacting the families who have signed up for these sacraments about the times of the sacramental preparation soon. If you have not already signed up but have children who are ready to receive these sacraments, please contact Elizabeth in the parish office. 509 535-3031
Annual Catholic Appeal
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this year’s Annual Catholic Appeal. As of January 15th, we have raised $39,510.00 – which is 99.64% of our goal of $39,653.00. Thank you so much!
Creation Care Corner
“The Catholic Church, other Churches and Christian communities – and other religions as well – have expressed deep concern and offered valuable reflections on issues which all of us find disturbing.” Pope Francis, Laudato Si’ (7)
The following is in response to our administration withdrawing from many U.N. entities and related organizations, one of which is the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change, or UNFCCC. This treaty was adopted and unanimously ratified by the U.S. Senate unanimously ratified in 1992. Then-President George H. W. Bush called it a “historic treaty” and “the first step in crucial long-term international efforts to address climate change.”
In a joint statement, Catholic Climate Covenant and the North American chapter of the Laudato Si’ Movement said that in withdrawing from international climate and environmental institutions, the U.S. “undermines our responsibility to listen to both the cry of the Earth and the cry of the poor.”
“Climate change, ecological degradation, environmental disasters, forced migration, water scarcity, and biodiversity loss do not recognize national borders,” the statement said. “Turning away from international cooperation on these issues does not make them disappear; it only leaves the most vulnerable and marginalized people, along with future generations, more exposed to harm.” Excerpts from an article in National Catholic Reporter
The best antidote to distressing news or difficult times is ACTION. We recommend attending rallies or demonstrations. They are peaceful, upbeat, and energizing. They give us hope. Not everyone is comfortable with that kind of action. An alternative is to attend the legislative conference below. There are faith-based speakers who are inspiring and practical…suggesting ways forward while informing us on the legislative agenda enabling us to be good stewards of the privileges and duties we have in our democracy.
Eastern Washington Legislative Conference: ‘We Shall Overcome: Building the Beloved Community Today’
Saturday, January 31, 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Thank you to the creation care team for sharing these reflections with us!
2026 Eastern Washington Legislative Conference – January 31
‘We Shall Overcome: Building the Beloved Community Today’
The Eastern Washington Legislative Conference is on Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026
At 8:30 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. at Spokane Valley United Methodist Church – 115 N. Raymond
For information, contact:
The Fig Tree – 509-535-4112 or 509-216-6090
Catholic Charities – 509-358-4273
Link to register for in person or online: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/the-fig-tree/2026-legislative-conference
Upcoming Parish Events and Important Dates
January 17 – Community wine tasting after Mass
January 18 – Liturgy Committee Meeting – 11:00 AM
January 24 – Matthew 25 Fundraiser – 5:30-9:00 PM
January 31 – Eastern Washington Legislative Conference
February 11 – Social Justice Ministry Meeting 6:30 PM on Zoom
February 14 – St. Ann Mardi Gras!
February 18 – Ash Wednesday
Weekly Events
Sundays at 8:15 – 9:00 AM – Reservation Chapel open for private prayer before Mass
2nd & 4th Sunday – Matthew 25 Ministry meets 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 will resume meeting on January 5th
Saturdays 2:15-3:00 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.
2025-26 Sunday Missals
The new Sunday Missals for 2025-26 are now available, with a suggested donation of $5.00 to help cover the cost. You can pick one up in the front pew of the church, or from the parish office.
2026 Calendars
Thanks to the generosity of Holy Cross Cemetery, our parish has been gifted calendars again this year. The 2026 calendars are free and have our parish contact information printed on them. They are available in the front pew and in the entry of the church, so please pick one up next time you come to St. Ann.
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
Safe Environment Training
All volunteers and parishioners who work with children are required by the Diocese of Spokane to take part in Safe Environment training. We have instructions available for how to sign in to the new system the diocese is using, or to create a new account if you are doing the training for the first time. You can contact the parish office or our safe environment coordinator for more information.
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. | Hector G. | Jim L. & family | Bill F. & family |
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. | Shirl L. | Jim F. |
Rose F. |
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 – November 2025
General Collection $16,826.68
Social Concerns $1,476.67
Social Concerns: Education $10,000
Sunday Lunch Program $525.00
Coffee & Donuts $337.79
Building Fund $600.00
Total collections & bldg fund $29,766.34
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.
