Father McCarthy’s past Sunday homily: “Can you see Jesus for who he is?”

Father McCarthy explains the difference between physical blindness and spiritual blindness in his homily this past Sunday. Interestingly, he points out that the person who could see things for what they were was the blind man. Listen in on his Homily and think about the following questions: Some points to ponder: Do you know the … Continued

Watch the video, Shroud of Turin, found on FORM

Watch the video, Shroud of Turin, found on FORM by clicking the link below: The Shroud of Turin “Form” Video (Run time: 47 mintes) The Shroud of Turin or Turin Shroud is a length of linen cloth bearing the negative image of a man some believe to be Jesus of Nazareth. It is kept in the Chapel of the Holy Shroud, which is located within a complex … Continued

Remembering Our Departed Loved Ones

In May we are introducing a new section on the back of the bulletin called In Loving Memory. This special section will be devoted to remembering our deceased loved ones. The cost to participate in this memorial section is $60 per name (married couple is considered one name), and these names will remain in the bulletin for one full year (52 weeks). … Continued

7 Financial Vices or Luxuries to Give Up for Lent

Since studies show that it takes about 3 weeks to form or break a habit, this can be a great opportunity to form some good financial habits or break some bad ones. Here are 7 financial vices or luxuries to consider giving up for Lent: Smoking: At the very least, you may eventually be able to pay lower premiums on … Continued

A New Ministry at Saint Ann’s Parish: The Saint Joseph Society

We are in the process of bringing a new service ministry to St. Ann. It will be known as the: St. Joseph Society. The St. Joseph Society will be open to everyone who can give of their time and talents, mostly their time. This ministry will be targeted to assist our parishioners and those in the community with assistance in any … Continued

Father McCarthy asks in his past Sunday’s homily, “Where are you in your faith journey?”

Father McCarthy in his weekend Sunday homily reminds us that our journey towards faith is on-going and requires our diligence. Listen in on the video below:

Parish Reconciliation Service ~ March 27

On Wednesday, March 27, we will have our Parish Reconciliation Service at 7:00 p.m. In addition to Father McCarthy and Father John, we will also have six archdiocesan priests available for Confession that evening in the church, including one bi-lingual priest for our non-English speaking Hispanic parishioners. Our second graders will be making their First Reconciliation this evening.

The Prayer from our Stewardship presentation: The Long View

Pray with us: “It helps, now and then, to step back and take a long view. The kingdom is not only beyond our efforts, it is even beyond our vision. We accomplish in our lifetime only a tiny fraction of the magnificent enterprise that is God’s work. Nothing we do is complete, which is a way of saying that … Continued

GPS and the science of generosity

A 2017 WebMD article reported that new research science suggests that generosity really is its own reward, with the brain seemingly hardwired for happiness in response to giving. Scientists in Switzerland used brain scans to track activity in the brain regions associated with socializing, decision-making and happiness. They found that even small acts of generosity – or just promising to be … Continued

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