St. Ann Mini Creation Care Fair – Thank yous!
The Creation Care Team hosted a Mini Creation Care Fair after Mass last Sunday and it was a fun, informative and well attended event. In addition to the displays, music and activities, there was a raffle prize – and the winner was Pierrette W! Thank you to everyone who helped put this fun event together – especially Val C. and Rita W.- and thank you to everyone who attended. There is a detailed description of the event in the Creation Care Corner this week, so be sure to check that out. And below is a photo slideshow of the event.
Swahili Mass – May 3
St. Ann celebrates Mass in Swahili on the first Sunday of each month at our 9:00 AM Mass. Join us for this joyful celebration of Mass on May 3rd – all are welcome! If you would like to be a part of the dancing offertory procession, you are invited to bring items such as paper towels, tissues and hand sanitizer for the church, or snacks and bottled water to share with visitors to the parish house.
Rompa House is Open!
Rompa House assisted living is finally open for business! It took longer than anticipated, but all of the inspections and approvals are finally finished. We look forward to having them as our neighbors when clients start moving in! There are plans for an open house, so keep an eye out for details. For more information we have a few pamphlets and business cards in the entry of the church or you can contact Rompa House at: rompahouse@gmail.com
Thank you to Dignified Workday!
A big thank you to the Dignified Workday crew who worked on our lawn and gardens this week. The grounds look beautiful! The DW crew will be taking care of gardening and lawn care twice a month, and volunteers are invited to help in between.
Creation Care Corner
“…we come together to take charge of this home which has been entrusted to us, knowing that all the good which exists here will be taken up into the heavenly feast.” Laudato Si’ (244)
Children of all ages turned out for St. Ann’s first Creation Care Fair. The weather was radiant; the Magnolia tree was in full bloom, and folks were excited to be outdoors. Many thanks to Rita Waldref, who spearheaded this project, and also brought on board many St. Al’s parishioners who joined our Creation Care Team for this event. The music of Jenny Edgren set the tone of the event beautifully. The bee display was a popular attraction, mesmerizing the young, who tried to spot the queen bee among the drone and worker bees. Everyone wanted to visit the chicken display, too.
Our garden ladies helped give gardening advice. We had many great handouts from two entire tables which were focused on the Spokane Valley Rathdrum Prairie Aquifer and the Spokane River. Some folks didn’t realize the existence of our aquifer, while others were surprised at its size. Coloring books and crayons telling the story of a single drop of water were favored by the little people, who also could take a comic book which encompassed various ways to conserve water. All had the opportunity to create a small garden in a milk jug as well.
A shout out to parishioners who provided gardening tools, planters, vases, gloves, etc. for the giveaways that other parishioners walked away with. We also had a display of alternatives to plastics and more earth friendly TP.
We felt it was a marvelous celebration of Easter, Springtime, and community. We can’t wait to do it again next year!
Thank you to the Creation Care Team for sharing with us!
Upcoming Parish Events and Important Dates
April 25 & 26 – Earth Day events https://my.spokanecity.org/earthday/
April 26 – St. Bakhita meeting after Mass, in the church.
April 26 – Matthew 25 meeting after Mass, in the parish house.
May 3 – Swahili Mass at 9:00 AM
May 8 – Hall reserved for private event
May 10 – Baptism at 9:00 AM Mass
May 16 – Funeral for Kerry McGinn 10:00 AM
May 30 – Wedding
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 meets on Zoom at 2:30 PM every Monday.
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 at the Sunday Mass
Sunday Zoom Prayer Service – 7:00 PM
The Sunday evening Zoom prayer service continues to be a prayerful gathering for some of our parishioners. The 7:00 PM service on Sundays is a chance to pray and share together. Contact the parish office at communityofstann@gmail.com if you are interested in attending this prayer service.
Happening around the Diocese:
St. Mary Art Walk – April 25 & 26
This Free Art Walk is held in the St. Mary Parish School Gym/Parish Hall at 304 S Adams Rd in Spokane Valley. “Portraits of Our Mother in Sacred Art” will be open on Saturday, April 25 from 6:00-8:00 PM and on Sunday, April 26 from 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Admission is free; donations are gratefully accepted. The Art Walk includes dozens of prints of famous works of art, an I Spy game and crafts for the kids, an exhibit of Rosaries and display about major Marian Shrines form around the world (including 2 Lego models), a walking labyrinth, delicious appetizers and mocktails, and a beautiful Catalog of Exhibited Art which you may take home. For more information, contact Marie Bricher at 509 928-3210 ext 111 or mbricher@dioceseofspokane.org.
Catholic Daughters Annual Luncheon & Fashion Show – St. Thomas More
Catholic Daughters Court #196 would like to invite you to their annual luncheon and fashion show on Sat, April 25, 2026 at St. Thomas More Parish. Doors open at 10am. There will be lovely silent auction baskets to bid on, raffle items, a delicious luncheon and fashion show. For tickets and more information call 509-466-3392; tickets are $40 each to purchase.
St Francis of Assisi Fundraiser – May 9th
You are cordially invited to a Parish Fundraiser at St. Francis of Assisi-Spokane 4414 N Jefferson on Sat. May 9th from 11a-2p for a Ladies Tea (Gentlemen welcome!) Parish fundraiser hosted by Parish Outreach and the Ladies Tea Planning Committee.
- Brunch type menu
- Silent Auction/ onsite mini raffle
- Wear your fancy hats or make one! Vintage is best! Gloves too, if you have them!
- Prizes for the fanciest hat and most unique hat.
Cost: $10 per person, Groups with more than 4 people may purchase tickets at a discounted $5. Children 5 and under are free!
We look forward to seeing you there in all your “finery”!
All Saints Summer Camp – June 15-August 14
All Saints is offering a Summer Camp from June 15 – August 14, 2026 for All Saints students and parish families. Participants can enroll in individual weeks or the entire summer. The fee is $300 per week for full-time participants or $200 per week for part-time attendees. The program features themed weekly camps, daily academic activities, outdoor fun, creative projects and weekly outings on a 14-passenger shuttle. Register now! Check the flyer below for more details.
St. Ann Safety Reminder
To ensure children’s safety, adults must accompany all children to the restroom in the parish hall during Mass. The restroom key has been moved to the west side door of the church for easier access. Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe!
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 Funds raised will support youth in rural Kenya. Although the title is in Swahili, the book is written in English and provides an informative guide to 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
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 online using this direct link to the St. Ann tithe.ly page.
Or by visiting the giving page of our parish website: https://stannsspokane.org/giving/
If you would rather mail in a donation, our mailing address is 2120 E 1st Ave Spokane WA 99202
Monthly Collection Totals – March 2026
General Collection $12,465.77
Social Concerns $1,188.87
Matthew 25 $140.00
Coffee & Donuts $211.00
Building Fund $50.00
Total collections $14,055.64
Link for the full collection reports can be found on the Giving page of the parish website. https://stannsspokane.org/giving/
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. | Susan L. | Roberta B’s family | 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 | Jane T-M |
Jan K. | Anne K. & family | Dale & Mary K | Mary Ellen S |
Mia S. A. | William B. | Patricia C. & family | Thomsen family |
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. | Nancy W. | Robert C. |
Hector G. | Jim L. & family | Bill F. & family | Paul Z. |
Janet S. | Sonia M. | Dianne F. | Charlotte D. |
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. | Ron P. | Hal T. | Roberta B. |
Betty B. | 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. | Lorenzo R. A |
Jeanne F. | Shirley F. | Hue Thi V. | Caroline |
Dianne H. | Beverly J. | Sunny B. | Gordon C. |
Daniel N. | Daniel B. | Eileen H. | Fr. Tom C. |
Shirl L. | Jim F. | Rose F. | Alice B. |
Sheren R. | Kerry M. | Derrick J. |
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.
