Father Patrick
Father Patrick will be traveling during the months of May and June. We wish him a safe and restful journey. We are also grateful to the three visiting priests who will be celebrating Mass while Father Patrick is away.
Oscar & Gexania Wedding on May 3
St. Ann parishioners Oscar and Gexania are getting married at St. Ann this Saturday! Since St. Ann is their church family, we are all invited to join them as they celebrate their wedding on Saturday, May 3rd at 10:45 AM, followed by a reception in the parish hall.
Swahili Mass – May 4
St. Ann celebrates Mass in Swahili on the first Sunday of each month. Please join us for this joyful celebration of Mass. (The Swahili choir also provides the music for the Saturday Mass.) If you would like to participate in the offertory procession on Sunday, you are invited to bring items such as bottled water, snacks for the parish house, or tissues and hand sanitizer for the church.
Concrete Project
Last weekend Dianne made an announcement at Mass about the need to fix the front steps and sidewalk of the church, which she highlighted by covering the steps with caution tape. The steps are cracked and crumbling, and the sidewalk is uneven – all of which are tripping hazards. In order to make the entry ADA compliant, we’ll need to add a ramp, which is more expensive but will allow all of us to enter through the front doors! We have a concrete contractor and a few generous donors already, but will need more donations before we can start the project. If you are able to donate or would like to help with fundraising, contact Dianne at (509) 710-0638 or call or email the parish office.
Gardening Help Needed!
Spring is here and we are looking for volunteers to work in our beautiful gardens! Thank you to Dianne and Jean who weeded last week, and to James for mowing the lawn. If you are interested in being part of our gardening crew, contact Dianne at (509) 710-0638, or call or email the parish office.
St. Ann Youth Ministry News
Youth Liturgy
Due to a busy Bloomsday weekend, we will not have Youth Liturgy during this Sunday’s Mass. We will have Youth Liturgy again on May 11th.
Sunday Lunch on May 18
On Sunday, May 18th, our St. Ann youth will be serving Sunday Lunch. Middle school or high school students interested in being a part of this service project, can contact our youth ministers, Robbie or Hannah, or contact the parish office. We will also be in need of adults to help our youth on this day.
Franciscan Corner
“Make me a channel of your peace…. Where there’s despair in life, let
me bring hope…” At the end of his days, Francis contemplated his life
and found God everywhere. In his testament, he wrote: God gave me
such faith in churches, he gave me brothers, he gave me a way of life,
he continues to give to me. He welcomed Sister death. He saw death
as giving his life back to God. He wrote: “Hold back nothing of yourself
for yourself, that He who gives Himself totally to you may receive you totally” (Letter to the
Entire Order) Pope Francis seems to have left us the same message. He held nothing back,
he wanted to be with the people. He gave himself to the end, the final ride around the square.
Pope Francis lived what he spoke, he “walked the talk.” He was a Pilgrim of Hope to us all.
May he rest in peace for he did what was his to do. What is ours?
Thank you to Sr. Joanne for sharing these reflections with us!
Upcoming Parish Events and Important Dates
May 3 – Oscar & Gexania’s Wedding at 10:45 AM, followed by a reception in the hall.
May 4 – Bloomsday!
May 4 – Swahili Mass
May 10 – Father Patrick traveling
May 11 – St. Ann serves Sunday Lunch
May 11 – Happy Mother’s Day!
May 17 – Community Wine Tasting after 4:00 PM Mass
May 18 – St. Ann youth group serves Sunday Lunch
June 13 & 14 – CWA retreat
June 15 – Happy Father’s Day!
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
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.
Kenyan Catholic Community in America – Conference July 17-20, 2025
Save the date. The KCCA Conference will take place in Kansas City on July 17-20. See video and flyer below for more information. https://drive.google.com/file/d/13mAUQ8CcdyVFl0lqxb3mRfSupLOK0Iu0/view?usp=sharing
Saint Mary Parish Art Walk – May 9
St. Mary Parish is hosting an Art Walk on Friday May 9, from 4:30-7:30 PM in the School Gym and Parish Hall.(304 S. Adams Rd.) The theme of the Art Walk is “Portraits of Our Mother” and on display will be dozens of prints of fine art that reveal how Our Blessed Mother Mary has been portrayed in the past, and featuring some contemporary artists. Attendees are also invited to walk a labyrinth set up in the courtyard outside the gym and learn more about its Marian connections, and visit a “Rosary Museum” displaying dozens of beautiful rosaries. The goal of the Art Walk is “Enriching Faith Through Art.” Donations are welcome but the event is free of charge. See more info on the flyer below.
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:
Mass Times, Staff Contact Info & Office Hours
Information about Mass Times, Office Hours & Staff Contact Info can be found on the home page of our parish website! https://stanncommunityblog.wordpress.com/
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!
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 -March 2025
General Collection $16,174.82
Building Fund $30,150.00
Social Concerns $920.87
Coffee & Donuts $241.77
Total collections $47,487.46
Link for the full collection reports is on our giving page.
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.
