Youth Ministry Program News
School is out and our Children’s Liturgy program that takes place during the 9:00 AM Sunday Mass is taking a break for the summer. Thank you so much to Robbie for all his work putting this program together for our youth to learn about our faith during Mass and for creating such a lively community that allows for our young people to grow in friendship. We also appreciate the parent and grandparent volunteers who took turns helping out. We look forward to Children’s Liturgy starting up again in the fall!
Swahili Mass – July 6
St. Ann celebrates Mass in Swahili on the 1st Sunday of each month. Please join us for this joyful celebration of Mass on July 6th at 9:00 AM. The Swahili choir also provides music for the Saturday Mass that weekend. If you would like to join the offertory procession on Sunday, you are invited to bring items such as paper towels, water bottles and snacks for the parish house, or kleenex and hand sanitizer for the church.
Community Wine Tasting
The once a month community wine tasting is this Saturday after the 4:00 PM Mass. Join us for wine and conversation, and Dianne sharing her knowledge about new wines – and bring a snack to share if you’d like.
Front Porch Concrete Project
We have reached our goal for the front porch project! Thank you so much to all those who donated. Stay tuned for news of when the work will begin.
Reminder about Scheduling Meetings
The parish staff appreciates all the wonderful work all the various ministries are doing at St. Ann, and would like to remind members of our ministries and committees to please contact the office to schedule meeting times in the house, the church and parish hall. This allows us to ensure that the space your group would like to use is available, as well as to arrange for a staff member to open up the meeting space for your group in a timely manner. We appreciate your understanding and collaboration as we work to balance safety with accommodating the community use of the house, church and hall for parish groups.
Security Gates
There are new coded locks on the security gates at the front and back of the church. The locks were added to make the grounds more secure, especially at night. The gates will be open during office hours, during Mass and for parish events, but please contact a staff member if you need help with access to the grounds at other times.
Seminarian Formation Appeal – June 14-15
On June 9th, Bishop Daly sent a letter to all parishioners regarding this year’s Seminarian Formation Appeal beginning this weekend, along with a donation envelope. If you would like to donate but did not receive this letter and donation envelope, we have extra envelopes in the entry of the church.
Creation Care Corner
“The next phase in the life of Laudato Si’ will not be defined by its author, Pope Francis, but instead will rely on others across the Catholic church including Pope Leo XIV.”. Brian Rowe, NCR
A few ways to reduce your consumption of microplastics:
CHOOSE TAP WATER, NOT BOTTLED WATER: A recent study found that consumers who drank bottled water instead of tap water ingested substantially more microplastics every year. People who drink beverages in plastic packaging are also more likely to have higher levels of microplastics, so it would be wise to also avoid such beverages when possible.
DON’T MICROWAVE PLASTIC: Scientists have found that heating food in plastic packaging and/or containers releases plastic particles and harmful plastic chemicals into food. Instead, transfer food out of plastic packaging and containers into glass or ceramic serving ware prior to microwaving.
RETHINK YOUR PLASTIC KITCHENWARE: Studies show that many kinds of plastic kitchenware introduce microplastics into food, including plastic cutting boards, bowls, blenders, electric kettles, and sponges. Food cut on bamboo cutting boards or water mixed in glass bowls or containers, on the other hand, did not contain microplastics. Kitchenware alternatives include stainless steel, glass, ceramic, bamboo and stoneware. For cleaning, consider non-plastic sponges, steel wool scrubbers, and dish brushes with non-plastic bristles.
Thank you to the Creation Care Team for sharing these reflections with us.
Franciscan Corner
“Make me a channel of your peace…. Where there’s despair in life, let me bring hope…” Francis of Assisi was a great peacemaker. He started by recognizing that peace is never simply a human achievement, it always depends on God. Yet, God does not impose it on us, but always gives us freedom to choose the way of peace. God is love, God is also peace. Let us choose peace then, and pray that we may be channels of peace—of that peace the world cannot give. Lord, make me a channel of YOUR peace…”
Thank you to Sr. Joanne for sharing these reflections with us.
Upcoming Parish Events and Important Dates
May 10-June 29 – Father Patrick on vacation
June 21 – Community Wine Tasting after 4:00 PM Mass
June 22 – Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
June 22 – Matthew 25 meeting in the parish house after Mass
June 22 – Papusa making class – 4:00 PM (see announcement below)
July 4 – Freedom at the Arboretum – Happy Independence Day!
July 6 – Swahili Mass at 9:00 AM
July 26 – Feast of St. Ann
August 3 – Swahili Mass and commissioning of the CWA at 9:00 AM
Weekly Events
Sundays at 8:15 – 9:00 AM – Reservation Chapel open for private prayer before Mass
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 & Catholic Women’s Association meeting in the house at 11:00 AM
Every Sunday except the 1st Sunday – Swahili Choir practice at 11:00 AM
3rd Sunday of each month – Prayer for Creation in the Chapel at 8:15 AM
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.
10th Annual World Refugee Day Celebration – June 21
RICS presents the 10th Annual World Refugee Day celebration to honor refugee and immigrant communities in Spokane!
Saturday, June 21st 11:00-3:00PM
Pergola Event Center 2928 N Madelia St, Spokane, WA 99207
Join us for samples from Feast World Kitchen, hand-made crafts, customary song and dance, speaker, activities for kids, and more!
For more info, see the flyer below or the RICS facebook page: World Refugee Day | Facebook
Papusa Making Class – June 22
When: Sunday, June 22 – 4:00 PM
Where : 1020 W. Chelan Spokane WA 99205
Text or call to reserve a ticket: 509 218-8921
$25 ticket for 2 people includes an informal dinner after the class.
Other Salvadorean items will also be available for purchase.
For questions or more info call 509 218-8921
100% of proceeds benefit the Four Angels Foundation.
We Belong Campaign – June 27 at 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Join the We Belong Campaign for a meeting on Friday, June 27 at 4:00 PM-5:30 PM at the Hillyard library at 4110 N Cook St. Spokane WA 99207 . The We Belong Campaign is a call to action and a call for unity, to end bullying of immigrants in Spokane area schools. They are looking for support to educate teachers, parents and students about the impact of bullying and to push for policies that protect every child.
See the flyer and message from We Belong below for more information.
Prayer Requests
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 | Fr. Tom C |
Michel & Sonia | James H | Theresa W-B. | Michelle M & family |
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 | Nancy W. |
Mary Ellen S | Derek J. | Mia S. A. & family | William B. |
Patricia C. & family | Thomsen family | Robert C. | Paul Z. |
Bob A. & family | Lupe’s mother, Maricela R.A. | Pam & Pat S. | Richard D. |
Sr. Joy M. | Peder J. | Marlee L-O. | Francisco O. |
Tom J. & family | Judi P. & family | Megan D. | Maureen B. |
Val C. & family | Don K. |
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. |
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 abo ut parish events!
Online Giving with Tithe.ly
You can donate using the direct link to the St. Ann tithe.ly page: https://tithe.ly/give?c=2044739
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 – May 2025
Building Fund $70,400.00
General Collection $12,582.18
Social Concerns $1,032.87
Coffee & Donuts $156.00
Total collections & bldg fund $84,171.05
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.
