Administration/Staff:
Fr. Ben Nwosu, Pastor
Phone 660-438-5870 (Residence)
Email:bengisela@yahoo.com
Office Phone: 660-438-3844
Office Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Tuesday - Friday
Warsaw:
Secretary - Diane Downing
Phone: 660-438-3844
Email: stannwarsaw1@gmail.com
Bookkeeper - Jerri Mockus
Religious Education - Brenda Porter
PC President - Mary Kemna
Knights of Columbus - Grand Knight - David Grimes
Knights of Columbus - Ladies Auxiliary - Regina Mackenberg
Altar & Rosary - Mary McGowan
Web: https://stannwarsawmo.org
Cole Camp:
Mary Craig - Secretary
Kristi Craig - Bookkeeper
Phone: 660-285-0107
Email: spapcolecampmo@gmail.com
PC President - David Ulm
Hermitage:
Ron Carter - Office Bookkeeper
Phone: 417-745-6361
Mass Times as follows:
Saturday at Hermitage @ 4:00 PM
Saturday at St Ann @ 6:30 PM
Sunday at St Ann @ 8:30 AM
Sunday at Cole Camp @ 11:00 AM
Weekdays - Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at St Ann @ 8:30 AM
HOLY WEEK MASS TIMES
@ St. Ann Church
Holy Thursday 6 PM
Good Friday 12:00 Noon
Saturday Easter Vigil 8:30 PM
Easter Sunday 8:30 AM
Confession Times:
St Ann - on Sundays 8 AM - 8:15 AM and Fridays following weekday Mass or by appointment.
Ss Peter & Paul - On request
Just a couple of reminders
If you are the last person leaving and locking the church doors—please make sure you also turn out the lights.
For those taking communion to the homebound, please also take them a palm leaf. Bless you
Missouri Pro-Life information in Foyer—please stop by
Amazing donations for the food drive— please continue as we are making a difference in our community.
Chrism Mass - All are invited to participate in our diocesan Chrism Mass at 3 p.m. on March 26 at the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City. During the Mass, our diocesan holy oils are blessed — oils which will be used in our parishes in the celebration of the sacraments throughout the year. Our priests will renew their priestly vows and bring the sacred oils back to our parishes. We welcome everyone in our diocese to join us for this special liturgy! Refreshments will be provided afterwards.
A BIG thank you - for all the ladies that contributed to the ST.JOSEPH’S TABLE and the CONFIRMATION RECEPTION last Sunday. Another thank you to all the parishioners that purchased bake goods, and other various items. Our parish community is blessed to have all of you.
St. Ann Church Rummage Sale - COMING SOON
May 3rd & 4th
Time for spring cleaning? Start bringing in those gently used items for the sale. Every little bit helps.
Divine Mercy will be held @3pm on Good Friday and daily 3/29 thru Saturday 4/6.
The “Image of Divine Mercy” is a painted depiction of Jesus as he appeared to St. Faustina. Jesus is clothed in white and raising his right hand in a gesture of blessing. Red and white rays are emitted from Jesus’ heart, signifying the blood and water that flowed from Christ’s heart at the crucifixion, and the sacraments of Baptism and Eucharist.
The Hour of Divine Mercy is 3 p.m., the time of Jesus’ death on the cross. St. Faustina recounted that Jesus asked people to pray and reflect on his Passion during this hour, and to ask for God’s mercy on the world. He promised that “In this hour, I will refuse nothing to the soul that makes a request of Me in virtue of My Passion.”
The Divine Mercy Chaplet is a prayer recited on rosary beads asking God to have mercy on the world. St. Faustina said Jesus promised great graces to be granted through the chaplet, particularly when prayed at the hour of death.
The Divine Mercy Novena is a nine-day series of prayers leading up to Divine Mercy Sunday and preparing for it. Each day invokes God’s mercy on a different group of souls, including priests, souls in purgatory, and those lukewarm in their faith.
Divine Mercy Sunday is celebrated on the Sunday following Easter. St. Faustina recorded that Jesus said he wants this feast to be “a refuge and a shelter for all souls, and especially for poor sinners.” On this feast, he promises that the depths of his mercy are available.
Easter Special Collection
Next week our parish will take part in the diocesan Easter Special Collection. This collection is for the benefit of retired priests and religious.
We ask that you prayfully reflect and consider making this part of your giving this Easter.
You can use either envelope that was included in the Catholic Missourian newspaper or any envelope marked for this collection. Extra envelopes for the Easter Special Collection are on the little tables in the back of the church.
You can make your gift during the special collection at Mass on Easter or bring it into the parish office at any time.
Thank you for your generosity.
COFFEE & DONUTS
There are MANY openings to sign up for, just a Sunday at a time. A&R will assist you with what you need to do. Just note *need help.
Virtus Training Active, Pending, Inactive
Diane Downing, Parish Secretary & Ministry Leads will be contacting parish members that have a pending or inactive status in Virtus. Sometimes it is as simple as checking an addition box. Diane can look up usernames and assist as needed to complete the process!
HELP FELLOW PARISHIONERS ATTEND MASS & OTHER CHURCH ACTIVITIES
Please contact the parish office if you would like to be included in a transportation “rotation” to help give Parish members an opportunity to join us at Mass and receive the Holy Eucharist (Saturday or Sunday Mass flexibility). The parishioners live in the Warsaw area so this may add an extra 5 - 15 minutes to your moirning commute.
ENGRAVED STONES
Order forms are available at the table in the foyer if you would like to order an engraved stone for yourself or a loved one. Please complete the form, include your check and turn the form into the Parish office.
Orders will be accumulated and sent to the vendor once the minimum order requirement is reached.
MASS INTENTIONS
Please consider a Mass intention for a loved one. Recommended stipend is $10.
Blessings to all that help us fill the calendar through the year!
See Jerri or Deb in the parish office.
RCIA
ARE YOU SOMEONE OR DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO…
Has expressed an interest in becoming Catholic? Was baptized Catholic as a child, but has not celebrated the Sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist?
We offer an opportunity to come together in a small group to learn more about our faith. Sessions focus on the teachings and experience of Church and prepare individuals to celebrate the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist during the Easter season. You are welcome to participate in the process with your questions, your insights and your faith story in a warm accepting setting.
For information please contact
Lisa Kelley at 660-281-0199.
Breaking the Silence of Abuse
As a Diocese, we are committed to breaking the silence of abuse. When someone is reporting abuse, we must acknowledge their pain and how difficult it is to talk about it. False allegations are very rare. Our initial response to someone who is disclosing abuse for the first time must be compassionate. For those who need to report abuse, encourage them to contact our Victims Assistance Coordinator, Jacqueline Baldwin, (573-694-3199) and to make use of the appropriate State of Missouri hotline (1-800-392-3738) or the Attorney General’s clergy abuse online form. All of this information is also on our website, under the ‘report abuse’ tab. For those who want information, or want you to convey a message to Bishop McKnight, please encourage them to write to us at reportabuse@diojeffcity.org.
Birthdays & Anniversaries at St. Ann’s
Fr. Ben would like everyone to know that he will be blessing birthdays and anniversaries starting in December on the first Sunday of each month vs. the last Sunday as he has done in the past.
LOST & FOUND
Please see Paula Billinger at the religious counter if you have lost anything in the Church. She noticed there was quite a few personal items there that folks may want returned. Deb Blair or Paula will direct you to the right location.
Locked Doors Behind You as You Enter the Church
In an effort to improve security on Church premises, parishioners that use the back doors will be responsible for locking the door behind them when entering and leaving...and to turn off lights. If the front door is locked upon entering, be sure to lock the door behind you as you enter and leave. We apologize for any inconvenience but the safety of our parishioners and visitors is first and foremost. Those of you that help in the Church working in various capacities are very much appreciated and we give thanks for your time, talent and treasures that you give so generously! Thank you for helping with this important request.
St. Ann Prayer Group
If you would like to be added to the prayer group, please email Deb at stannwarsaw1@gmail.com and provide your name and email address and you will be added (or call parish office). We welcome new members to join this important ministry of prayer for our fellow parishioners, their family and friends. Prayer is powerful!!
Hope Can Help!
Hope is a free chat service providing encouragement and strategies on how to manage everyday stress and anxiety. To connect with Hope, text “Hi” to 1-202-949-7249. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, please contact the Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-8255
ALTAR & ROSARY COUNTER
Stop by the Altar & Rosary counter to shop! There are beautiful Christmas ornaments, Christmas coffee cups and many other great gift ideas!! Plus, awesome pricing!!
"Donate Now“ on St. Ann’s website—https://stannwarsawmo.org
PayPal and credit/debit card payment options are now available on the St. Ann website for your Parish contributions:
· Find the purple “Donate Now” button on the first page of the website
· Enter the amount of the donation
· Choose Donate with PayPal or Donate with Credit/Debit Card
· If you choose PayPal, you will be asked to enter an email address (if you already have a PayPal account) or there is an option to create an account - complete the required information and hit “Donate Now”
· If you choose the Credit/Debit Card option - provide required information and then hit the “Donate Now” button - that easy!
· Please contact the Parish office with any questions or concerns.
Knights of Columbus -
Have you ever seen someone doing something and say to yourself, I can do that?
Have you ever seen an organization and said one of these days I will join them?
Have you done something to make your family life stronger, your faith stronger, your purpose in life more fulfilling?
The Knights of Columbus can do all these things for you and your family, your church, and your community.
Can my wife and family be involved with me in council activities? In most all cases, YES, they can!
What are you waiting for to join us?
Will it take a free year’s membership to join? We have that!
Why are you not a Knight of Columbus? Join us at www.kofc.org. Select the QR code below
What do you want from the Knights of Columbus?
Free 1 Year Membership
www.kofc.org/joinus — JOIN US TODAY!!!
We pray the Rosary before Mass each Sunday at 10:30 am—please join us!
Please consider a Mass intention for 2024 for a loved one. Recommended stipend is $10. See Kristi or Mary in the office before or after Mass.
The Cole Camp Food Pantry is in need of donations. Monetary donations can be mailed to: Cole Camp Food Pantry, 505 S. Keeney St., Cole Camp, MO 65325. Food donations can be delivered to the same address. Regular hours are Wednesday: 10 AM to noon, Thursday: 3 PM to 5 PM, Saturday: 10 AM to noon. Donations can also be left here at the Church.
Chrism Mass - All are invited to participate in our diocesan Chrism Mass at 3 p.m. on March 26 at the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City. During the Mass, our diocesan holy oils are blessed — oils which will be used in our parishes in the celebration of the sacraments throughout the year. Our priests will renew their priestly vows and bring the sacred oils back to our parishes. We welcome everyone in our diocese to join us for this special liturgy! Refreshments will be provided afterwards.
Parish Council members are:
David Ulm - President
Heather Eufinger - Vice President
Mechelle Daniels - Secretary
Stations of the Cross will be every Wednesday At 6pm
* NOTE - Until further notice, there will be no Mass at Good Samaritan Nursing Home. We will keep you posted for any changes.
HOLY WEEK MASS TIMES
@ St. Ann Church
Holy Thursday 6pm
Good Friday 12:00
Saturday Easter Vigil 8:30pm
@ Sts Peter & Paul
Easter Sunday @ 11:00 AM
There will be an Easter Egg Hunt following mass on Easter Sunday
Best Choice Save-a-Label Program
Please save your Best Choice labels. We need the UPC portion (proof of purchase). There is a jar in the hall to put them in. The Save-A-Label program is an extremely successful program, which helps non-profit organizations raise money. Currently, there are over 8,900 non-profit groups in the AWG trade area that participate in the program. These groups earn $.03 for each Best Choice UPC symbol redeemed, with a minimum of 1,000 labels required for redemption. This program represents more than 1.2 million cases of Best Choice products purchased by consumers in one year!
St Bernadette has a website, please take a look at https://stbernadette.diojeffcity.org
Bishop McKnight's March Prayer:
"For those preparing for reception of the Easter sacraments this year; may our whole Church be renewed and invigorated by the celebrations of baptism, confirmation and First Holy Communion."
Your generous support and contributions will help enable our Parish to fund those in need and improve our Church.
Click on this link to make a donation now: