We had a grill-out with the young people who attended Totus Tuus (our summer youth camp). You might recall we had over 70 young people from grade school through high school attend. We took advantage of the opportunity to ask what did you enjoy most and what would you like to see in the future. … Continued

        Supporting Your Family’s Future ….. and Your Family of Faith Learn more about the St. Ann Legacy Society and Planned Giving on our website at saintannparish.org. “As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another.” 1 Peter 4:10 If you would like to talk to someone, call Tim or Doug at the … Continued

First off – thank you all for your continued generosity in support of the parish and our mission to know, love, and serve the Lord in this life and to spend eternity with Him in the next. Our parish operates much like your household – we have to pay for the daily services and maintenance … Continued

As we have mentioned previously, the Renew Tree’s roots are popping up some of the pavers on the plaza entering church, creating a safety issue (and an ugly orange cone). We are going to have to remove the tree and roots from that area in the very near future. We will be moving the dedication stone into either … Continued

Totus Tuus (a Latin phrase meaning “totally yours”) was the motto of Pope St. John Paul II. It signifies our desire to give ourselves entirely to Jesus Christ through the hands of our Blessed Mother Mary. The mission of Totus Tuus is to inspire in young people a true longing for holiness. Seminarians and college students from the Archdiocese of Cincinnati carry this mission to every … Continued

In a recent online article, Cardinal Timothy Dolan talks about a book entitled Great Catholic Parishes: How Four Essential Practices Make Them Thrive. The Cardinal sums up qualities consistent with parishes that are striving to be vibrant. Share leadership – Pastors leading vibrant parishes realize the value of allocating some leadership responsibilities to competent lay staff … Continued

As a parish, we come together to celebrate the sacraments, we grow in our faith together and we go forth to spread the Good News. St Ann has been doing this for nearly 65 years with your support. Our challenge for the future is to be able to secure and strengthen that legacy. We have been able … Continued

You really do not know what to expect when you are asked to be a waiter on Ladies Night. And, we did not know what BUNCO is which added to the curiosity. However, it turned out to be an enjoyable evening. The ladies playing their dice game were competitive but constantly laughing and enjoying themselves. … Continued

When our Protestant brothers and sisters come up to us and ask, “Are you saved?” What quick and simple response can we give as Catholics?? Response: “I am saved, I am being saved, and I hope to be saved.” Most times, this throws people off for a second and then they seek to understand. Now … Continued