Bishop Daly at St. Ann
Bishop Daly celebrated Mass at St. Ann on Sunday, March 16th. We appreciated the presence of the bishop at our 9:00 AM Mass, and the time he spent with our parish and finance councils and staff afterwards. Thank you to our youth, especially our readers Josh, Kathlena and Marie Ange, who participated in the Mass, to Val and Pat who helped prepare our readers, and to Fr. Patrick and Michel & Sonia for all their work to make this liturgy so special. Thank you also to members of our Parish Council and Finance Council for sharing their stories about why social justice is such an important part of our parish.
World Missions Collection – March 22 & 23
Each year Bishop Daly invites the faithful in our diocese to support the work and service of priests, religious and lay leaders who serve the world’s most vulnerable communities. Mission is at the heart of our Catholic faith, and our annual World Missions Collection joins our diocese and all Catholics of the world together as one community of faith to give generously to aid the Church worldwide.
Please use the envelopes that you receive in the mail to make your contribution to the World Missions Collection. Online donations may be made on diocesan website at: dioceseofspokane.org/wmc.
Dignified Workday – Donations Needed
Dignified Workday has benefitted from our donated items in the past. Currently small basic appliances and kitchen tools are needed for their employees who are joining the workforce and gaining housing. If you have usable items to donate for these new households please contact Tresa or Susan (509 995-2542) for easy drop off directions near the church.
Below is a link to an article in the Fig Tree about Dignified Workday and its connection to St. Ann, as well as the start of the Corner Laundry.
https://www.thefigtree.org/march25/030125stannAvista.html
Lenten Theme
The theme for Lent this year is “Journey Together with Hope” – following the theme of hope that Pope Francis has suggested for Lent. See below for parish events during Lent.
Prayer & Soup – 6:00 PM on Fridays
Join us for Prayer & Soup on Fridays during Lent. Stations of the Cross begins at 6:00 PM in the church, and is followed by a meatless soup meal in the parish hall. We are still in need of volunteers, both as readers and to make soup or bring bread each week. Contact the parish office to sign up if you are interested in helping.
Lenten Penance Service – April 6
The Lenten Penance Service is scheduled for April 6, after the 9:00 AM Mass (at about 10:30 AM). Several priests will be available for individual reconciliation at the end of that service.
CRS Rice Bowls
“Rice Bowls” from Catholic Relief Services are available for those who would like to use them during Lent. A Lenten calendar with prayers, stories and actions is included with each “rice bowl.”
Get Reminders About Parish Events
If you would like to receive reminder messages about upcoming parish events, so you don’t hear about events after the fact – we have a new tool to help. We are using a program called “Remind” that is very easy to sign up for. Just text saintanncc to 81010 – or follow this link https://www.remind.com/join/saintanncc – and sign up as a “student” to join.
Creation Care Corner
“I ask everyone to accompany this pilgrimage of reconciliation with the world that is our home and to help make it more beautiful, because that commitment has to do with our personal dignity and highest values.” Pope Francis, Laudate Deum (69)
As people of God, we are called to raise a prophetic voice for climate and ecological justice. The season of Lent is a time to reflect, repent, and act. As pilgrims of hope, we act by calling for bold policies to accomplish the Paris Agreement’s goal of limiting global heating to 1.5C and halt biodiversity collapse, and we bring hope walking in solidarity with marginalized communities. Let this Lent be a journey of deeper awareness and meaningful action.
Education
Gonzaga Climate Institute offers the following free livestreaming event:
“Small Modular Nuclear Reactors: Separating Fact from Fiction”
Presented by Dr. Edwin Lyman, Director of Nuclear Power Safety at the Union of Concerned Scientists in Washington, DC
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 4 p.m.
Register at gu.climateinstitute@send.gonzaga.edu
Action
Spokane Riverkeeper offers an Earth Day River Cleanup
Saturday, April 19, 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Highbridge Park and People’s Park
Supplies will be provided, and after cleaning, you can enjoy coffee, food, and activities with partner organizations.
Thank you to the Creation Care Team for sharing with us!
Franciscan Corner
“Make me a channel of your peace…. Where there’s despair in life, let me bring hope…” Francis heard Jesus say to him “Go rebuild my church”. He started right away to gather stones to rebuild the little church of San Damiano. He thought he was to do it himself. He never envisioned having followers. Yet, followers came and together they became pilgrims of hope. Walking the dusty streets of Assisi and beyond. They spread the good news, they were signs of hope. As pilgrims, we never walk alone. Who will we meet along the way? Your fellow parishioners, who may need a word of encouragement, the Catholic community throughout the world, who are on the same road, the person you saw on the news holding up a dirty bowl begging for food. Let us bring hope to those who travel with us—in word and in deed.
Thank you to Sr. Joanne for sharing these reflections with us!
Upcoming Parish Events and Important Dates
March 21 – Prayer & Soup at 6:00 PM
March 22 & 23 – World Missions Collection begins
March 28 – Prayer & Soup at 6:00 PM
March 30 – Parish Council Meeting
March 30 – Immigration Ministry Meeting – 10:30 AM in the parish house
April 4 – Prayer & Soup at 6:00 PM
April 6 – Swahili Mass at 9:00 AM
April 6 – Lenten Penance Service – 10:30 AM
April 11 – Prayer & Soup at 6:00 PM
Weekly Events
Sundays at 8:15 – 9:00 AM – Reservation Chapel open for private prayer before Mass
Sundays at 6:00 PM – St. Ann Zoom prayer services.
Mondays at 2:30 PM on Zoom – Craig’s Discussion Group
Fridays during Lent – 6:00 PM stations of the cross followed by soup meal in the parish hall
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 – 6:00 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. If you are interested in learning more about this prayer service, contact the parish office.
East Central Kiwanis Fundraiser – April 9
The Civic Theater play sponsored by East Spokane Kiwanis is the main fundraiser for its grants to worthy local organizations, including St Ann’s Sunday lunch program. Tickets are $40 each and include a fabulous Happy Hour. Contact Anne F. for tickets — 509-939-7766.
Cravens Coffee – Price Increase
The cost of Cravens Coffee that we purchase for parish use has increased in price. The cost of the St. Ann blend coffee that is available for parishioners to purchase (which helps us keep our contract with Cravens Coffee) is now $11.00 a pound. Thank you for your understanding.
Safety & Security at St. Ann
Due to concerns about safety and security at St. Ann, the staff has decided to change the door codes for the buildings on our campus. The new safety policy is that only staff will have the codes for the church and parish house. Please contact a member of the parish staff to arrange entry into these spaces for meetings, etc.
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:
Please remember our recently departed and pray for their grieving families and friends:
Sacrament of the Sick
If parishioners need to schedule the Sacrament of the sick for an ill or dying family member, please call the parish office at 509-535-3031.
Online Giving with Tithe.ly
You can donate using the direct link here – St. Ann tithe.ly page: https://tithe.ly/give?c=2044739
There is also a giving button on our website. Or if you would rather mail in a donation, our address is at the top of the bulletin.
Monthly Collection Totals -February 2025
General Collection $15,234.88
Building Fund $3,898.85
Social Concerns $590.87
Sunday Lunch $781.64
Coffee & Donuts $136.18
Total collections $20,642.42
Link for the collection reports and the 2022-23 proposed budget summary:
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.
