Welcome!

Administration/Staff:

Fr. Ben Nwosu, Pastor

Phone 660-438-5870 (Residence)

Email: stannpastor@yahoo.com

Office Phone: 660-438-3844

Office Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Tuesday - Friday

Warsaw:

Secretary - Debra Blair 

Phone: 660-438-3844

Email: stannwarsaw1@gmail.com

Bookkeeper - Jerri Mockus

Religious Education - 

PC President - David Grimes

Knights of Columbus - Grand Knight - David Grimes

Knights of Columbus - Ladies Auxiliary - Regina Mackenberg

Altar & Rosary - Paula Billinger

Web: https://stannwarsawmo.org

Cole Camp:

Mary Craig - Secretary

Kristi Craig - Bookkeeper

Phone: 660668-3842

Email: spapcolecampmo@gmail.com

PC President - Carol Baalman

Hermitage:

Anita M. Mertz - Office Bookkeeper

Phone: 417-745-6361

Email:  StBernadetteChurch@hotmail.com

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 

Air Conditioning  & Furnace Repairs  Completed    

St. Ann recently had extensive furnace and air conditioning work done by Bedrock Heating & Cooling (Sedalia).  Bids were submitted and it was decided that Bedrock was the best choice to do the needed repairs.  The total cost was $19,675.  Our Church is now over 25 years old and capital improvements are inevitable.  That is why we so much appreciate everyone’s commitment to their weekly contributions to the Parish.  Without continued support from our parishioners, a great burden would be placed on St. Ann’s financial stability, along with our hope for a healthy economic future.    Each contribution, no matter the amount, is a ray of light to our Parish Family and we are beyond thankful!!  We sincerely want you to know that each gift offering is a true blessing!  Thank you for your continued support.  

Volunteers needed 

To assist with improving St. Ann’s online presence (Parish Communication Committee)    We are looking for help with improving our presence on social media platforms.  Actually, if a few people got together to form a committee that would be an awesome way to brainstorm ideas and increase our visibility on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, etc.  Please contact the parish office if you are interested or have questions.  What a fun and exciting way to help our parish grow!! 

Soup Kitchen Opens!! 

(Downstairs -  Methodist Church  -  Warsaw) 

The Soup Kitchen is now open and serving Thursday night dinner to those in need.   Hours are 4:30 to 6:00 pm.  If you know of someone in need of a nutritious meal, please let them know.   Volunteers are also welcome - stop by and see how you can help.   

Women’s Ministry Meeting 

June 15, 2022, 9:30 AM Bestgen Hall at Our Lady of the Lake 2411 Bagnall Dam Blvd, Lake Ozark, MO  65049 For questions, please call LeAnn Korsmeyer at 573-635-9127, ext 222 or at lkorsmeyer@diojeffcity.org 

The National Shrine of Mary Mother of the Church 

Those at the Shrine look forward to welcoming you back to their outdoor summer Masses at beautiful Lake of the Ozarks in Laurie, Missouri  Memorial Day to Labor Day Saturday night at 8:00 PM Sunday morning 8:30 AM  176 Marian Drive Laurie, Missouri  65037   

As we pray for peace in Ukraine 

We also have two opportunities to support the tremendous humanitarian relief effort underway.  Please consider contributing either online at diojeffcity.org/donate or by writing a check to our parish with a note “for Ukraine,” then giving it in the regular Sunday collection, mailing to our offices or dropping it off during normal business hours.  Our parish will send these special donations to the Diocese, for the money to be added to a donation being made by our Diocese to the US Conference of Catholic Bishops’ program for the Church in Central and Eastern Europe.  This appeal focuses on rebuilding the pastoral capacity of the Church and restoring the faith in 28 countries in the region  Now, that focus is centered on Ukraine.   Your participation in this relief effort strengthens our ability to be a strong center of charity and sanctuary for mercy.   Thank you for your witness. 

Prayer to Stop Violence 

Most Merciful Jesus, who for the love you have for us, remain night and day in this Sacrament full of compassion, waiting and welcoming all who come to visit you.  I believe you are truly present in the Sacrament of the Altar. We come before you today to ask your help in stopping the violence going on in our world today.  We offer you our prayers for all the victims of this violence. Heart of Jesus, once in agony, have mercy on these victims and bring those committing these crimes to justice -  Amen. 

WOMAN OF THE YEAR  

Cecile Smith was awarded the Woman of the Year by the Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary on Wed, May 11, by President, Regina  Mackenberg.   Cecile was commended for her never-ending contributions to her parish and to those in need in her community and beyond.  Her generosity given through her time, talents and treasures are too numerous to mention on this page! Remember the words of St. Francis of Assisi: "It is in giving that we receive."   Please congratulate Cecile  when you see her as we honor her as “Woman of the Year” - so well deserved!  

Parish Safe Environment Policy 

Thank you to all that have completed their Safe Environment Training  for  volunteers!  Your efforts are very much appreciated!  There are still volunteers that have not completed this process. The Diocese will be visiting us very soon to confirm that our Parish and all volunteers are compliant.  Please contact Deb if you need help with anything.  She is willing to work with you at your convenience to get this done and to try to make it as easy as possible.  We need to have 100% participation in order to continue our volunteer efforts as they stand today.    THANK YOU!! 

The next KNIGHTS’ FISH FRY will be held Friday June 17th from 4 to 7 PM.    Be sure to tell family and friends!!     

Celebration of Feast of Immaculate Heart of Mary on Sunday, June 26 

To encourage a greater participation in the celebration of the patronal feast day of our Diocese, Bishop McKnight has mandated the transfer of the Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of Mary from Saturday, June 25, 2022, to Sunday, June 26, 2022, replacing the 13th Sunday of Ordinary Time. 

Heartland Hospice needs you!  

Volunteers are the heart of both of these teams.  They depend on Hospice volunteers to help provide the extra love and care patients and their families need at this time in their life.  Volunteers offer support, companionship, and practical caring help to this special group of people.  Staying with the patient so family members can take a break, reading scripture to the patient, or holding their hand. You can gain tremendous personal gratification from knowing that you have made an impact in another person’s life and have contributed to your community in a caring and compassionate way.   Please contact Catherine Schembri (Heartland Hospice) at 660.530.3042  or Lori Dodson (GVMH - Home Services) 660.890.2014 

Survey for Women  

The Diocese of Jefferson City Women’s Ministry Office invites Catholic women throughout our diocese to take a few moments to complete an online survey before June 1.  All information gathered will be used to discern proper resources, educational formation opportunities, programs and events specifically targeted to women in our parish and throughout the Diocese. The results of the survey will be shared with pastors and parish women’s ministry representatives.  To complete the survey online, enter the following link into your browser diojeffcity.org/womensministrysurvey/ or visit the women’s ministry website page at diojeffcity.org/womens-ministry/  For opportunities to get involved in the ministry, please contact your parish women’s ministry representative or LeAnn Korsmeyer, director of Women’s Ministry, by email or 573-635-9127 ext. 222. 

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

Mass Intentions

Please consider a $10 stipend for a loved one.  The Mass intention calendar for 2022 needs to be completed.  Daily Mass spots are available in August through the end of the year and quite a few Saturday Mass slots open through the end of the year. 

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!!

Reminder: Lights Off and Doors Locked!

 We certainly appreciate all the volunteers working in the Church at various times!! You
are indeed a blessing! Please be reminded that lights should be turned off and be sure to lock all doors as you leave! Thank you!!

Looking Ahead to Coming Weeks:   

May 29 - 5th Sunday of Month - Knights will dress out - and will host breakfast catered by Papa                         Joe’s following Mass

May 30 -  Memorial Day 

June 3 -  First Friday Adoration 

June 5 - Communication and Education Collection

June 8 -  Altar & Rosary Meeting -  Noon start time (Potluck) - meeting after lunch 

June 8 - Knights and Ladies Auxiliary Meetings - 6 PM 

June 11 - Frank Ordonio Funeral & Mass - Rosary 10:30 AM, Visitation 9 AM -10:30 AM, 

                Mass 11 AM, Fr. Joe Corel

June 17 - Knights Fish Fry - 4-7 PM

June 19 - Father's Day Breakfast - following Mass - Ladies Auxiliary will host. 

June 20 - Knights of Columbus Blood Drive, KofC Hall, 2 PM - 6 PM 

June 26 - Feast of Immaculate Heart of Mary      

Warsaw Community Calendar                                                          

May 27 - Ribbon Cutting Benton County Tire 

June 8-10 - Jubilee Days 

June 18 - Junk Market 

June 25 - Sterett Creek Paddle Pedal Run  

Contact Chamber of Commerce for more info on these events:  660.723.9705 or 438.5922.                                                                                                                    

"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 - Are you interested in strengthening your bonds as a family, deepening your faith in the Catholic Church, and working with like-minded men to help support your Church and Community? If so, please consider joining the Knights of Columbus. You can join online at www.kofc.org/joinus, or ask a Knight for an application.

Use Code: MCGIVNEY2020 

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!

Update -  Parish Council Meeting 

Need to look at leakage of water under both doors in the reception area—$50 donation to Senior Center in Cole Camp—More 7-day votive lights are needed but cost prohibitive—checking with Diocese for possible used ones—Time & Talent sheets compiled and lists available in office and on bulletin board—Fr. Ben will recommission lay ministers after his return (Submitted by Sue Brauer) 

Pilgrimage & Spiritual Retreat to New Mexico with Fr. Matthew Flatley -  October 24-29, 2022.  Visit Loretto Chapel, Christ in the Desert Monastery, Georgia O’Keefe Home, Cathedral of St. Francis, Santuario de Guadalupe, San Miquel Mission, Santa Fe, Albuquerque and more.  Email mflatley@diojeffcity.org or call 573.202.3590 to learn more. 

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 May Prayer: For all expecting mothers, biological and adoptive; that through the intercession of Mary, Mother of the Church, they may prepare for the new life in the womb and may receive the support of a nurturing community of faith in the raising of their children.