Care & Support
Stephen Ministry
Stephen Ministers provide confidential, one-to-one Christian care to anyone experiencing difficulties such as:
Loss of a loved one
Divorce or separation
Job loss or relocation
Illness or aging
Birth, adoption, miscarriage
Loneliness or discouragement
Many, many more
We all experience challenges in life—times when we could benefit from the support of a caring Christian friend. Stephen Ministers are ready to provide the emotional and spiritual care needed when faced with stress, a crisis or difficulty.
Call Jani Rogers 214-616-2728 and Judi Samson 972-365-4481 to learn more.
Ministry of Consolation
"The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit." - Psalm 34:18.
Join our compassionate community of Ministers of Consolation, dedicated volunteers answering Christ's call to support those in grief. We offer:
Funeral support for families in need
Comforting condolence cards
New Day Grief Support and Divorce Recovery groups
Assistance with Masses for the Anointing of
the Sick
Insightful presentations on coping with loss
Annual bilingual Mass of Remembrance on All Souls Day
Don't face grief alone. Reach out to us!
Mary Lynn Anderson-Winn / mlaw1018@yahoo.com
Elder Care
Discover the St. Ann Catholic Parish Elder Care mission: offering Christian support and education for aging individuals and caregivers. Our goals include:
Creating a caring, understanding atmosphere
Facilitating discussions and information sharing
Providing emotional support and preventing isolation
Educating on aging issues
Referring to helpful resources
Ready to learn more? Let's journey together toward improved quality of life.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Welcome to the Prayer Shawl Ministry!
Our mission is simple: to gather in fellowship, crafting prayer shawls infused with God's mercy, love, and compassion. Here's how it works:
We knit or crochet shawls, offering prayers with every stitch
Once blessed by clergy, shawls are given freely to those in need
Whether you're a seasoned crafter or eager to learn, all are welcome
Shawls are available upon request for various occasions or crises
Need a shawl or want to join us? Reach out to Pat at 214-616-3789 or stannshawls@gmail.com
Support our ministry with your prayers and, if able, financial contributions. Help us continue spreading comfort and love.
Together, let's wrap others in the warmth of God's embrace
Communion for the Sick and Homebound
Our mission: bringing Jesus Christ to our sick and impaired parishioners unable to attend Mass at St. Ann. Our team of lay ministers delivers Holy Communion to homes, memory care centers, nursing homes, and rehab centers.
Weekly, our Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion coordinate visits, wearing masks and St. Ann Safe Environment ID Badges. They conduct Communion Services, including:
Penitential Rite
Sunday Bible Readings
Reflection
Communion Rite
Concluding Rite
For those unable to participate fully, we offer portions of the Host or a Spiritual Communion. To receive Holy Communion, email cshmin@stannparish.org or call 972-304-8545, ext. 6005.
Note: If the parishioner requires a priest to administer the Sacraments of Reconciliation (Confession) or the Anointing of the Sick (Extreme Unction), please call the parish office at 972-393-5544 to schedule a visit. The parish office is open from 8 am to 5 pm from Monday to Friday.
When the office is closed, the answering system will prompt you to press “1” for English and “2” for Spanish. If there is an emergency which requires the immediate attention of a priest, the system will prompt you to press “1” a second time.
Funerals
We are here to help you with the planning of a Funeral Mass, and Reception following the Funeral. To plan a funeral, contact Liturgy below.
Good Samaritans
Good Samaritans Ministry is a goodwill organization designed to help our fellow parishioners. We work closely with the parish office to provide food and host, when possible, funeral receptions at St. Ann. This reception is complimentary to the bereaved family, thanks to the giving members of this ministry. Some volunteers donate their time by serving at the receptions, others by making or providing requested food. It all comes together with grace and love. Sometimes there are several days’ notice, sometimes less. Once we receive word from the parish office, all of our efforts are coordinated through email and Sign Up Genius. There are no committed meetings. You are welcome to help whenever you can. A second part of our ministry is aiding parishioners, who have no one else to turn to, by temporarily providing meals due to illness or unforeseen adversity. For more information or if you are interested in being a part of the Good Samaritans Ministry please contact us.
Respect Life
Join the Respect for Life Ministry in upholding the dignity of every human life! In less than a year, we've mobilized 24 dedicated volunteers, organized impactful fundraisers like Hiking for Life, conducted Baby Bank campaigns, and participated in Marching for Life. We also engage youth and adults in serving the elderly and offer prayers during Mass. Looking forward, we aim to expand our efforts with education and a Dignity of Life Apostolate. Get involved today to make a difference!
Be the Church Outreach Ministry
“Be the Church Outreach” is a short-term financial aid program for parishioners impacted by challenges who find themselves in financial crisis. Depending on the circumstances, this assistance may include financial support for: Housing, Utility Bills & Transportation.
Here is how the process works:
Parishioners needing financial assistance are asked to complete the application and submit.
Once submitted, the application will be emailed to our “Be the Church Outreach” Team.
You will be contacted to schedule a phone interview with a member of our team.
The committee will meet weekly to discuss requests and you will be notified of the decision promptly thereafter.