Declare - St. Ann Young Adults
November 26 | 7PM | Chapel inside the Church
We invite all young adults to join us for DECLARE, St. Ann Young Adults’ monthly night of adoration, worship & confession! Meet us in the chapel at 7 p.m! . Afterward, we'll head to Flying Saucer in Cypress Waters for a time of fellowship! We can't wait to see you there!
Thanksgiving Mass - Blessing of the Loaves
Thursday, November 28 | 10 AM | Main church
Join us for 10 Mass in the Main Church, featuring the Blessing of the Loaves after the Homily. After Mass, parishioners are invited to take one blessed loaf per family to share at their Thanksgiving meal.
6:30 PM Mass is cancelled on this day.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Novena & Feast
Novena: December 3-10 | Celebration: December 11-12
Join us for the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe!
The novena will be December 3-10, with Rosary at 7 p.m. and Mass in Spanish at 7:30 p.m. in the church each day.
On December 11, we will celebrate with Rosary at 10:15pm, Mariachi at 11 p.m., followed by Mass at midnight.
On December 12, we will have the feast day celebration beginning with Holy Hour at 5 p.m. All are invited!
St. Ann Women's Advent Brunch
Women of St. Ann’s Ready the Way Advent Brunch
Journey With the Magi
Presented by
Melody Bruns
St. Ann Parishioner, participated in ALPHA, Holy Spirit 101, Walking with Purpose and taught first grade catechism. She is a daughter, sister, aunt, Godmother, friend. She worked as an Intelligence Analyst with the FBI for over 18 years. She was also a long-term volunteer with City House children’s shelter in Plano.
Saturday, December 7
9:00am to noon
Assisi Hall
$10 per person
Join us for Brunch, Bags of Joy and Basket
Raffle
Online hostess/guest registration, Bags of Joy
and raffle ticket purchase are available
Our Lady of Guadalupe Feast Day
Celebration: December 11-12
Join us for the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe!
On December 11, we will celebrate with Rosary at 10:15pm, Mariachi at 11 p.m., followed by Mass at midnight.
On December 12, we will have the feast day celebration beginning with Holy Hour at 5 p.m. All are invited!
Venite, Pop Up Shop, & Bingo
Venite: Oh What Fun!
Featuring… St. Ann Pop Up Shop & Bingo Night
Saturday, December 14 | Immediately following the 5PM Mass
Join us for an evening full of holiday fun, family, and friendship!
Venite: Oh What Fun
Celebrate Advent at Venite starting with a Live Nativity in the Assembly Room immediately after the 5 PM Mass. Enjoy family activities like a train ride, face painting, hot chocolate, and more!
St. Ann Pop Up Shop
Make sure you stop by and explore our pop-up shop for new St. Ann merch! You won’t want to miss grabbing our unique and trendy designs.
Bingo
Then…end the evening with some bingo fun! Join us for a friendly bingo competition with the opportunity to win prizes!
Declare - St. Ann Young Adults
December 16 | 7PM | Chapel inside the Church
We invite all young adults to join us for DECLARE, St. Ann Young Adults’ monthly night of adoration, worship & confession! Meet us in the chapel at 7 p.m! . Afterward, we'll head to Flying Saucer in Cypress Waters for a time of fellowship! We can't wait to see you there!
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Prayer Shawls are available! We provide shawls regardless of church affiliation, geography or need. Please look around your circle and see if anyone could benefit from this incredible gift of God's love, mercy and compassion. We meet the third Tuesday of the month at 9:30 am in Rm 323. Please join us for fellowship and ministry! For Shawls or if you have questions, call Pat at 214-616-3789
Parish Date Night
Parish Date Night
December 13, 2024 | 6:30 - 9:00 PM | Assembly Room
Join us for a special date night exclusively for married couples! Enjoy a fun-filled evening with engaging activities, complete with provided childcare, so you can relax and connect. This event is designed to foster community among couples, offering opportunities for encouragement, leisure, and brief reflections to help strengthen your marriage.
Don't miss this chance to build lasting memories and deepen your bond with your spouse and others!
Venture - Singles Ministry 30-50s
adVenture - St. Ann Venture January 12 | 6pm | Assisi Hall (Rm 499) | 30s, 40s, and 50s Singles Ministry
Venture brings together singles in their 30s, 40s, and 50s to grow in their faith together and develop relationships within the Catholic Church while offering opportunities to live a fulfilled life in Christ. Join us for our monthly meeting at 6 PM in Assisi Hall (Room 499)! We look forward to seeing you there. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to venture3040@gmail.com
St. Ann Moms Retreat
Join us for the third annual Moms' Retreat at Montserrat Retreat Center from January 17-19, 2025. This relaxing weekend will focus on building community, deepening your faith, and learning how to restore your peace in motherhood. Expect time for prayer, praise and worship, small group discussions, and sacraments, with all meals and lodging included. Early registration is available for Moms' Ministry members, with pricing options for double or single rooms.
Holy Spirit 101
January 17th - 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM - includes dinner
January 18th - 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM - includes breakfast and lunch
Assisi Hall (the building closest to Sandy Lake Blvd.)
$55 Registration Fee - includes a copy of Holy Spirit 101
Experience the teachings found in the book Holy Spirit 101 during an amazing 2-day retreat on Friday night and Saturday. This event features all of the information found in the book, as well as access to extra instruction and supervised practicum time. Discover how to listen, discern and yield to God’s manifestations of the Holy Spirit for the building up of the Church. Learn more about the retreat here!
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Prayer Shawls are available! We provide shawls regardless of church affiliation, geography or need. Please look around your circle and see if anyone could benefit from this incredible gift of God's love, mercy and compassion. We meet the third Tuesday of the month at 9:30 am in Rm 323. Please join us for fellowship and ministry! For Shawls or if you have questions, call Pat at 214-616-3789
Venture - Singles Ministry 30-50s
adVenture - St. Ann Venture November 17 | 6pm | Assisi Hall (Rm 499) | 30s, 40s, and 50s Singles Ministry
Venture brings together singles in their 30s, 40s, and 50s to grow in their faith together and develop relationships within the Catholic Church while offering opportunities to live a fulfilled life in Christ. Join us for our monthly meeting at 6 PM in Assisi Hall (Room 499)! We look forward to seeing you there. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to venture3040@gmail.com
Pancake Breakfast - Hosted by Knights of Columbus
Family breakfast hosted by the Knights of Columbus, cooking up a delicious pancake meal for the entire community! Plus frozen tamales for sale!
After 8:00 & 10:00 am Masses | November 17 | Assisi (Room 499)
High School Ministry Women's Retreat
St. Ann High School Ministry Women’s Retreat
WHEN: 1pm Saturday, November 16th -11am Sunday November 17th
WHERE: Camp Copass (Lewisville, TX)
WHO: Girls in 9th-12th Grade!! Invite your friends!
Registrations for our Men’s/Women’s Retreats are now open! These are two separate retreats happening simultaneously at Camp Copass Saturday-Sunday November 16-17th!
This is going to be great time for fellowship and diving deeper in relationship with Jesus as Catholic men and women. If you have any questions, please reach out to Brisa Solis: bsolis@stannparish.org.
High School Ministry Men's Retreat
St. Ann High School Ministry Men’s Retreat
WHEN: 1pm Saturday, November 16th -11am Sunday November 17th
WHERE: Camp Copass (Lewisville, TX)
WHO: Boys in 9th-12th Grade!! Invite your friends!
Registrations for our Men’s/Women’s Retreats are now open! These are two separate retreats happening simultaneously at Camp Copass Saturday-Sunday November 16-17th!
This is going to be great time for fellowship and diving deeper in relationship with Jesus as Catholic men and women. If you have any questions, please reach out to Brisa Solis: bsolis@stannparish.org.
Coping with Grief During the Holidays
Ministry of Consolation invites you to attend
Coping with Grief During the Holidays
The presentation offers suggestions for coping during the holidays when you are grieving the
loss of a loved one.
Wednesday, November 13 at 7 p.m. in room 330
All are welcome - no need to register.
Questions: Call Adriana Gomez at 214-458-7730 or
Ahgomez7525@icloud.com
St. Ann Blood Drive
November 10 | 9 AM - 3 PM | Parking lot outside of East Transept - Sponsored by Men’s Club
Questions? Email: ealeonard3@gmail.com
One act can make a difference! Register for a slot to donate blood!
St. Ann Holiday Market
St. Ann Holiday Market - Sponsored by the Catholic Daughters of America
November 9 | 9 am - 3 pm | St. Ann parish center (under the clock tower)
Get your Christmas shopping done early this year and support the Catholic Daughters of America! Everything from baked goods to home decor will be available for purchase. Please bring a pair of men’s white socks to donate. Contact Mary for questions: 214-616-6241
The Well - St. Ann Young Adults
The Well - St. Ann Young Adults
November 7 | 7 PM | Cenacle
Calling all young adults, join us on the first Thursday of the month for The Well, St Ann Young Adults (SAYA) monthly night of community, worship & and formation! We are excited to be launching a new series called Restless. Afterward, we’ll head to The Flying Saucer in Cypress Waters for a time of fellowship! We can’t wait to see you at 7 PM in the Cenacle located in the St Ann Center under the clocktower. Bring a friend!
2025 Peru Mission Trip Information Meeting
Information Meeting
November 3, 2024 | 11:15 AM | Reception Room (Near the Assembly Center)
In 2025, join us for a Service Mission (May 30-June 8) or a combined Service/Medical Mission (June 6-15) to Piura, Peru, partnering with Fr. Joe Uhen and the Parish of Santisimo Sacramento. Serve the poor by building houses, delivering food, assisting schools, visiting the elderly, and offering medical care. We especially need medical providers, support staff, and translators for June 6-15.
For more details, attend the info meeting on Nov 3 at 11:15 AM in the Reception Room at St. Ann or visit https://www.stannparish.org/peru. Contact us at stannperumission@gmail.com.
Día de Los Muertos Celebration
Día de Los Muertos Celebration
Join us for St. Ann’s Día de Los Muertos Celebration on November 2 and 3!
November 2: After the 5 PM Mass, we'll bless the altar. Bring a picture of your loved one and a flameless candle. Enjoy $10 food plates with pan dulce and hot chocolate.
November 3: Food plates will be available after the 10 AM and 2 PM Masses.
Tickets can be purchased on Sunday, October 27, after Masses or on the day of the event.
Declare - St. Ann Young Adults
October 28 | 7PM | Chapel inside the Church
We invite all young adults to join us for DECLARE, St. Ann Young Adults’ monthly night of adoration, worship & confession! Meet us in the chapel at 7 p.m. on October 28. Afterward, we'll head to Flying Saucer in Cypress Waters for a time of fellowship! We can't wait to see you there!
Pancake Breakfast - Hosted by Knights of Columbus
Family breakfast hosted by the Knights of Columbus, cooking up a delicious pancake meal for the entire community!
After 8:00 & 10:00 am Masses | October 27 | Assisi (Room 499)
Trunk or Treat and Chili Cook-off
Welcome to our 8th annual Trunk or Treat event and Chili Cookoff!
We love putting this event on for our young kids at St. Ann and they love it too!
When? Friday, October 25th at 6PM
Where? St. Ann Center Parking Lot
Who? Everyone! This is fun for the whole family! Bring friends, grandparents, cousins, etc. The more the merrier!
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FAQs:
1. What is Trunk or Treat? If you’ve never heard of Trunk or Treating before, volunteers will decorate their trunks and children will go trick or treating from trunk-to-trunk. This is a safe place for our kids to trick or treat. We will also have face painting, fellowship, a chili cookoff, and costume contests.
2. Is this event free? YES! This event is free and fun for the whole family! We do ask for a donation of a bag of candy if your family is trunk or treating. This helps us refill the trunks throughout the night. We don’t want to run out of candy!
3. Can anyone decorate a trunk? Yes, absolutely! We invite anyone from the parish to help put this event on for our young families! You can sign up below if you’d like to decorate your trunk:
4. Do I have to decorate a trunk to participate? No, you are more than welcome to come trunk or treat if you cannot decorate a trunk!
5. Is this an allergy-free event? Unfortunately, we cannot monitor the candy your children receive throughout the night. If you have a child with an allergy, we encourage you to check their candy before consumption. Parents are also required to stay with their children throughout the event while trunk or treating.
6. What is the Chili Cook-off? - Catholic Daughters of Christ and St. Ann Moms Ministry are partnering to have a Chili Cook-off at the event! Anyone is welcome to purchase hot dogs and bowls of chili (if you want more than candy for dinner 😉). YUM!
7. What is the bad weather plan? If we have rain or freezing temps, our Trunk or Treat event will be relocated inside the Assembly Room at St. Ann Parish. Volunteers will decorate tables (rather than trunks) and everything else will stay the same!
8. What contests/prizes are there? There will be a costume contest and a trunk decorating contest with prizes! Our contest categories include Best Group Costume, Best Individual Costume, and Best Trunk Decor.
9. What kind of costume can I wear? We just ask that you be mindful that this is an event for young children at St. Ann. Please keep it appropriate and modest: no gruesome masks, blood, or gore.
10. How can I help? Besides volunteering to decorate a trunk, we need multiple volunteers to make this event happen. We need: set up and break down volunteers, face painting, candy refillers, and traffic directors. You can sign up to volunteer here
Middle School Ministry Retreat
WHEN? 5pm Friday October 25th - 1:30pm Sunday October 27th
WHERE? Camp Sweeney
We will travel by bus up to Camp Sweeney (near Gainesville, TX about an hour north of St. Ann)
Check in is at St. Ann (Cenacle; under the clock tower)
COST? $150. Cost covers bus transportation from St. Ann, Retreat T-shirt, meals, lodging, & retreat activities.
WHAT? 7th and 8th graders are invited to an epic weekend away at Camp Sweeney with friends and Jesus! Middle Schoolers can expect games, dynamic and engaging talks led by our Middle School team, worship led by Nico Cabrera, skits, time with Jesus in the Sacraments, and free time activities like:
Paintball
Lake Activities; canoes, fishing, swimming, giant water slide
Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Basketball, Soccer, Volley Ball, Spike Ball
Crafts, Boardgames
Worldwide Marriage Encounter
October 25-27 | Atrium Hotel in Irving | wwme.org/apply
Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekends provide attendees sacramental formation and communication tools to help them in their relationship with their spouse. After the weekend, they have the opportunity to join others who value marriage and Holy Orders in small group settings, supporting each other in faith, fellowship and marriage enrichment. Learn more at wwme.org/apply
Foundations of the Faith
All who accept Jesus Christ and the Gospel message are changed. This conversion occurs as they continually put on Christ's mind by learning the foundations of the Christian faith and then experience these traits lived out in the Catholic community through a process of accompaniment and apprenticeship that is the hallmark of Christian life taught in community at St. Ann.
When: Wednesdays, October 23 through January 22 (No classes 11/27, 12/25, 12/31), 7-8:30 PM
Where: St. Ann Parish, room 313/314
Questions: Please contact Jana Bair at JBair@stannparish.org.
Memorial Mass for Infant Loss
Memorial Mass for Infant Loss
October 23 | 7PM | Chapel
We invite you to a Mass on October 23h at 7pm in the chapel to remember all those who have experienced pregnancy and infant loss by miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death. We also remember those adult children gone too soon. All are welcome at this Remembrance Mass!
Venture - Singles Ministry 30-50s
adVenture - St. Ann Venture October 20 | 6pm | Assisi Hall (Rm 499) | 30s, 40s, and 50s Singles Ministry
Venture brings together singles in their 30s, 40s, and 50s to grow in their faith together and develop relationships within the Catholic Church while offering opportunities to live a fulfilled life in Christ. Join us for our monthly meeting at 6 PM in Assisi Hall (Room 499)! We look forward to seeing you there. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to venture3040@gmail.com
Parish Date Night
October 19, 2024 | After 5PM Mass (6:30 ish PM) | St. Ann Courtyard
Parish Date Night is back! All married couples are invited to “An Evening Under the Stars.” Enjoy an elegant evening with drinks provided, food trucks for purchase, and a dance instructor to guide you through the moves. Childcare, with included pizza, is available with limited spots, so RSVP soon!
St. Ann Catholic Daughters Anniversary Celebration
St. Ann Catholic Daughters Anniversary Celebration
October 19 | Rosary in the Main Church at 3:30 PM and cake in the courtyard after 5 PM Mass
Join St. Ann's Catholic Daughters in praying a Patriotic Rosary dedicated to Mary and the 50 states, and contact Lynne Ryan at 972-897-9425 if you’d like to represent a state. Afterward, celebrate their 10th anniversary with cake in the courtyard following the 5 pm Mass!
St. Paula’s Patrons Widows Ministry
St. Paula’s Patrons Widows Ministry
Fun & Free activities on October 18 | 6:30 PM | Room 330
Monthly dinners!
We aim to create a casual environment for widowed women to worship, socialize, and build new friendships as they transition into a new phase of life. Contact Helen (hhartcarson@hotmail.com) for more information.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Prayer Shawls are available! We provide shawls regardless of church affiliation, geography or need. Please look around your circle and see if anyone could benefit from this incredible gift of God's love, mercy and compassion. We meet the third Tuesday of the month at 9:30 am in Rm 323. Please join us for fellowship and ministry! For Shawls or if you have questions, call Pat at 214-616-3789
Bilingual Respect Life Mass
Bilingual Respect Life Mass
October 12 | 5 PM - 8 PM | Main Church
Celebrate the Culture of Life and pro-life apostolates at the Bilingual Respect Life Mass with Bishop Edward J. Burns and Auxiliary Bishop Greg Kelly. Bishop Burns will offer a special blessing for all those present who work or volunteer for pro-life apostolates. A Ministry Fair & Reception with light refreshments will follow after Mass.
Meet Culture of Life organizations and find out the wonderful ways they say “yes” to Life!
Hike for Life
St. Ann Annual Hike For Life - Respect Life Ministry
October 12 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM | Bachman Lake Park
Join St. Ann on October 12 at Backman Lake for the Hike for Life event. Your support will directly benefit local moms in need through tax-deductible donations to crisis pregnancy centers. Sign up and enjoy free roundtrip transportation from St. Ann's parking lot, departing at 8:45 AM and returning at 12:30 PM, with snacks and water provided.
The 2024 Fall St. Ann Men's Summit
October 11 & 12 | St. Ann Parish
Our culture needs valiant and devoted men to come forward. We invite you to the annual Men's Summit, as we embrace who we were always meant to be, to bring goodness to our own hearts, our families, and our world. Join us for the ultimate "guys" weekend!
Children's Adoration
Thursday, October 10 | 5:30-6:00pm | Main Church
Kids are always welcome in our Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Chapel, but we know it can feel a bit overwhelming for young ones, so we invite families to come together and share this beautiful experience of adoring the Lord in the Blessed Sacrament. For just 30 minutes, we'll have songs and gentle meditation designed for children!
Please remember, parents, your presence is necessary, desired, and essential – we can't wait to see you there!
Who is invited? All Children are invited, parents must stay with children at this event.
Pickball Tournament
St. Ann First Annual Pickleball Tournament - Sponsored by St. Ann Men’s Club
Come out for a day of friendly competition, pulled pork sandwiches, and plenty of water to keep you going! There will be prizes for top players, so grab your paddles and bring your A-Game! $45 Tournment Fee
Spiritual Combat & Discernment of Spirits Course
First Saturday of the month, beginning October 5 | 10 AM - 12:30 PM | Room 311/312
Deepen your spiritual life through this course based on Dan Burke’s book. Learn to recognize the movements of the Holy Spirit and overcome spiritual battles with greater clarity and peace.
Pet Blessing
October 4 | St. Ann Courtyard | 5PM and 7 PM
On the feast day of St. Francis, we invite people to bring their pets to the Church to be blessed. This tradition began in honor of St. Francis and his love for all animals. St. Ann Parish will have a pet blessing at 5 pm and 7 pm in the courtyard.
We will have St. Francis medals for your pets. Hope to see you and your pets there!