Fr McCarthy Sunday homily: It is time for us to become true disciples.
Fr McCarthy in his Sunday homily reminds us Lent is our time to focus our attention on Christ’s teachings and our faith and become the best disciples of our faith.
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Beacons of Light (Follow-up)
Even though we know our new Pastor for our Parish Family is Fr. Jim Wedig, and our Associates are Fr. Rey Taylor and Fr. Bryan Reif, there are still many unanswered questions and we will continue to update you as we know more details. You may recall a few months ago, Fr. McCarthy hosted a … Continued
This Week’s Mass+… Pillars of this penitential season: Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving
As we embark on another season of Lent, let us remember the pillars of this penitential season: Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving. Last year, as a parish we focused on Prayer. This year, we will focus on Almsgiving, the giving of our time, talents and treasure which is fundamental in our faith. During Lent, we are … Continued
Fr McCarthy Sunday homily: We Need God’s Grace.
Our Sunday scriptures where Jesus instructs us to “turn the other cheek” is one of the most difficult to follow. Yet, Fr McCarthy helps us to understand with God’s presence in our lives all is possible. We need to ask for God’s Grace!!!
Ash Wednesday March 2nd, 2022
Ash Wednesday is March 2. Even though it is not a Holy Day, it is an obligatory day of fasting and abstinence for Catholics. For members of the Catholic Church, the norms on fasting are from age 14 until age 59. The norms concerning abstinence from meat are binding upon members of the Latin Catholic … Continued
BEACONS OF LIGHT – PASTOR ASSIGNMENTS
This past weekend it was announced that Fr. McCarthy would be leaving St. Ann. We are saddened at his leaving since he has brought the truth to us over the many years in the form of his wonderful homilies, formation, and council. You have told us on staff, many times, how much you have learned … Continued
Fr McCarthy Sunday homily: Blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord.
The Beatitudes present a special challenge and reward. Fr McCarthy reflects on these blessings in motivating us to prepare for Jesus’ coming.
Setting aside time for prayer will allow you to declutter your heart and mind
One of the most common “New Year’s Resolutions” most people make is to get organized. It starts with going thru some piles of papers that you were going to get to, but now you realized they weren’t of any real value. We do a couple of things getting organized and then go right back into … Continued
Lent is Around the Corner
On March 2 we will begin the season of Lent, fasting and abstinence. This year, back by popular demand, we will offer our Drive-Thru Fish Fry each Friday during Lent, outside of the Blessed Mother Hall. Stations of the Cross will begin at 7pm in church. Check out upcoming bulletins for more details. After Stations … Continued
Saint Ann looks forward to the ordination of two associated with our parish
Many of you know Doug Moore, business manager and longtime parishioner. Over the past several years, Doug has been attending lay pastoral ministry and diaconate classes at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary, and on April 23, Doug will be ordained as a Permanent Deacon for the Archdiocese of Cincinnati and our new parish family. On May 21, our seminarian … Continued