Experiencing the Shape and Space of Worship at St. Ann
Have you ever noticed the shape of our church? When you step into St. Ann, you walk into a space that visually represents our faith.
The Three Transcendentals
The renovated St. Ann Parish embodies harmony, integrity, and radiance, drawing visitors closer to God through stunning Trompe l'œil artistry. How will you encounter divine beauty in this sacred space?
The Rich Symbolism of Our Church Dome: A Journey of Faith, Holiness, and Mission
The church dome mural reflects our call to holiness and mission, centering on Mary’s Assumption and the saints’ diverse paths of faith and service. How will you answer the call to share Christ’s light with the world?
The Science of Generosity
Neuroscientific studies reveal that certain brain regions light up during acts of generosity, reinforcing the behavior with...
Living Freely and Generously: Practical Ways to Embrace the Spirit
Generosity isn't about wealth—Pope Benedict XVI reminds us that faith calls for giving freely, without expecting anything in return. But how can we cultivate this spirit in our daily lives?
The Fruits of the Spirit: How Your Generosity Nurtures Faith
Thanks to St. Paul’s financial supporters, thousands of people heard the Good News and encountered Jesus in profound ways because St. Paul had the opportunity to be on mission...
Saints Under the Dome: Padre Pio
He was known for having mystical gifts from God, including the stigmata, bilocation, and reading hearts...
Saints Under the Dome: St. Teresa of Calcutta
We know Mother Teresa's mission among the poorest of the poor, but what was her interior life like?
Saints Under the Dome: St. Monica
Though she had every right to claim victimhood, feel sorry for herself, and whine about how tough her life was, she persevered and stayed kind and faithful to God...
Saints under the dome: St. Maximillian kolbe
Kolbe continued to perform his duties as a priest while in prison, celebrating Mass with smuggled bread and wine and hearing confessions even as he recovered from brutal beatings.
Saints under the dome: St. Ignatius of Loyola
Something stirred in his heart as he began to trade his worldly fantasies for those of spiritual heroism…
Saints Under the Dome: Sts. Louis and Zelie Martin
Who are the parents of whom St. John Paul II called “the greatest Saint of modern times?”
The Reredos
This structure enhances both the visual and spiritual aesthetics of our worship space, providing a focal point that draws the congregation into a deeper experience of the sacred.
The Sacred Heart
Taking a closer look at the Sacred Heart: the cross, the crown of thorns, and the piercing Roman lance all call to mind Jesus’ crucifixion…
The Holy Spirit Dove
The dove as a symbol of the Holy Spirit in Christian iconography stems from Matthew 3:16 where…
The Baptistery
The baptistry is placed at the entrance to the Church to remind us that before we can enter God’s holy temple and approach the Eucharistic table, we have to first “put on Christ” through our baptism…
The Pelican in Her Piety
The legend of the Mother Pelican feeding her children her own flesh and blood to restore them to life beautifully evokes the gift Jesus gives us of himself in the Eucharist…
Jesus my Savior: Marly Castillo
What Marly teaches us about the transformative power of sharing one’s story is the revelation of God’s providential plan and faithfulness…