July 12, 2026 – Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

St. Ann Youth News

Our Youth Liturgy program during Sunday Mass is on summer break. However, some middle- and high-school youth will serve at Sunday Lunch on July 12. It’s a wonderful opportunity for our youth to serve the community and strengthen their bonds with one another. Thanks to all the youth who signed up, and special thanks to Hannah and Robbie for organizing this opportunity! 

Message from Parish Staff – Safety Reminder

Father Patrick and the Parish staff are concerned about children’s safety at St. Ann. We ask parents and guardians to ensure that an adult accompanies children to the restroom in the hall during Mass. Adults are also encouraged to supervise children playing on church grounds after Mass and during events to prevent accidents. Please note that the church and parish house are not designated play areas, and eating is permitted only in the hall or outside. Donuts should be enjoyed in these areas, not inside the church. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe environment and for respecting our sacred spaces.

2nd Collection

This weekend is the 2nd weekend of the month so we will have our 2nd collection for social concerns, to help those in need in our parish and our neighborhood. Thank you for your continuing generosity.

Thank you to Musicians

A big thank you to the musicians who are filling in for Sonia and Michel while they are away this month. We really appreciate you sharing your talents with us!

Volunteer Opportunity

St. Ann has a lending library in the Parish House, but it is in desperate need of organization to make it more accessible to parishioners. If you are interested in helping with this effort, please get in touch with Elizabeth in the parish office at 509 535-3031.

Summer Break for Craig’s Discussion Group

Craig’s Discussion group that meets on Monday afternoons on Zoom is taking a break for the summer and will resume meeting on August 24 to discuss the second half of Richard Rohr’s “The Universal Christ.” Contact the parish office if you are interested in joining the group in August. 

Creation Care Corner

Climate change is causing our summers to be hotter each year.  Below are some ideas to stay safe and keep cool.  Our population is aging and we need to care for ourselves so that we can continue to care for our neighbor. 

• Getting enough fluids is one of the simplest—and most important—ways to support your health, but also one of the easiest habits to overlook.
• Avoid getting too hot in the first place. If you can, stay out of the sun during the hottest hours. UV rays are most intense from 10 a.m to 2 p.m., but the hottest part of the day is often between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. That’s when you should avoid being out in the heat.
• Dress for the heat. If you must go out in the heat, wear clothes that are breathable, loose, and light-colored. You’ll want a hat to protect your head. Remember to take frequent breaks from the heat and use sunscreen
• Age is a factor. Anyone can get overheated. But age plays a role when it comes to vulnerability to heat stress. Children under five are especially prone to overheating. On the other end of the spectrum, our bodies typically have more trouble staying cool at the age of 65 and older.
• Medical conditions are a factor, too. One reason heat is dangerous to older people is they are more likely to be on medications that make them prone to heat illness.  Anyone taking certain medications will have the same problems. Consult your doctor about medicine interactions with heat.
• Use the Heat Index.  It’s the heat and the humidity together that count. That’s why the Heat Index was created; it combines both humidity and temperature to address how our ability to cool off is affected by a combination of the two.
• Think local. Don’t rely on weather reports that give temperatures for a large area. Temperatures are hyperlocal and can vary widely (by 12°F or more) across neighboring zip codes. This is often a deadly relic of historical and ongoing racism, with predominantly white neighborhoods having more cooling features like shade trees and lawns and Black and brown neighborhoods lacking greenery.
• Cool off at night. It’s vital to cool off completely at night, especially during heat waves. That’s because the negative effects of heat are cumulative. If you don’t fully recover at night from daytime overheating, your tolerance to heat the next day is severely reduced.
• Consider installing awnings or heat deflecting window film on your east and west facing windows.
• Open windows at night to allow the house to cool down.
• Check on your elderly friends, neighbors, and relatives to make sure they are handling the heat well.
• Always carry water with you, walking or in the car. You might consider carrying extra water in the car to hand out to someone in need.

   

Tips are from Sierra Club and AARP publications.

Thank you to the Creation Care Team for sharing with us!

Upcoming Parish Events and Important Dates

July 12 – St. Ann youth serve Sunday Lunch

July 18 – Community gathering for parishioners after Saturday Mass – bring a snack to share!

July 19 – Parish Council Meeting

July 26 – Feast of St. Ann and St. Joachim

St. Ann Summer Party – Date to be announced!

August 24 – Craig’s Discussion Group resumes on Monday at 2:30 PM on Zoom

September 1 – October 4 – Season of Creation

September 26 – Meatless Potluck 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 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 is taking a break until August 24

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.

St. John Vianney Rummage Sale

St. John Vianney is having a Rummage Sale on July 23 – 25.  The sale will be in the school gym at 416 N Farr Rd. They are accepting donations from 9:00-Noon on weekdays from July 6-17.  See flyer below for more details about the sale and what types of donations are accepted.

Restroom Usage During Mass – Safety Reminder

The restroom key has been moved to the west side door of the church for easier access. To ensure children’s safety, adults must accompany all children to the restroom in the parish hall during Mass. Thank you for helping us keep everyone safe! 

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!

 Mass Times, Staff Contact Info & Office Hours

Information about Mass Times can be found on our parish website here: https://stannsspokane.org/mass-times/   

Office Hours & Staff Contact Info can be found on the Contact page of the website: https://stannsspokane.org/contact-us/ 

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 – May 2026

General Collection $15,583.21

Social Concerns $673.87

Matthew 25 $500.00

Sunday Lunch $30.00

Coffee & Donuts $171.88

Building Fund $50.00

Total collections $17,008.96

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: 

Please remember our recently departed and pray for their grieving families and friends:

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.