news & events
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Will You Serve At Mass?
Has it been a while since you were an altar server? Have you never been an altar server? It’s okay if it’s been a while or you have no experience. We can train you! What do altar servers do? Servers process with the cross. They carry the incense and censer or assist the priest when he receives the gifts from the people. Servers assist in the washing of hands by the priest, and assist the priest as necessary. In the absence of a sacristan, the servers may prepare the altar and sacred vessels before Mass. If you are interested, call the rectory office or email [email protected] for more information or to set up training. |
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Whose Mass Is It?
Two Part Lecture Series February 12 & 19 @ 1:00 pm St. Anne's Parish Hall As a priest I have encountered many Catholics and non-Catholics alike asking the same questions about why it was necessary to change the Mass. To some these changes were good and necessary and to many others the changes were disturbing and for some challenging. In many ways the changes were necessary to encourage people to fully participate in the celebration of the "Sacrifice" of the mass. My use of Fr. Paul Turner's book, "Whose Mass Is it?" is to assist me in explaining clearly to you what the desires of the Second Vatican Council's reasons were for these monumental changes to the liturgy. Please come join me for this two-part lecture based upon the Fr. Turner's book. When? February 12 & February 19 @ 1:00 pm Where? St. Anne's Parish Hall, 1600 Rossmoor Pkwy. Walnut Creek, CA Please call Rachelle at 925-932-2324 to reservations. A good will donation is requested. Food and soft drinks will be available. - Fr. Leonard |
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Pizza Bingo Night
The next Pizza Bingo will be held on Monday, March 3rd! Reservations are required as it is held in the Parish Center. Doors open at 5pm. This popular and lively event is usually sold out! Deadline for reservations is Monday, Feb 24th. Price of $20/per person includes pizza, wine, beer or soft drinks, and one bingo card. Additional bingo cards may be purchased. Tables will not be reserved. Please include each attendee's name with check. Mail to: Karen Kelly 3032 Rossmoor Pkwy #8 Walnut Creek, CA 94595 |
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St. Anne’s Society News
We are looking for parishioners who may be interested in serving on the Society board next year. It is a small group of church members that does much good for our parish and other charities. Time spent is minimal ++ For more info please email Lupe Roberts at [email protected]. |
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Text & Email Scam
Parishioners had been receiving text messages supposedly from Fr. Leonard, asking for multiple Apple Gift cards, or something similar. Fr. Leonard would not send text messages or email requesting for gift cards or money. This is a scam. Please delete those messages. See Fr. Leonard if there are any concerns. |
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Holy Hour
Once a month on the 1st Thursday after 8:15am Mass, we will observe a holy hour, led by either Fr. Leonard or Fr. George. On those days, Eucharistic adoration will not take place. Holy hour begins November 10th, which is the 2nd Thursday, due to All Souls Novena in November. Let us spend an hour together in adoration. |
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Grocery Gift Cards Still Needed
Please continue purchasing grocery store gift cards for the St. Vincent De Paul food bank at St. Mary’s in Walnut Creek. Gift cards can be dropped in the mailbox near the parish office window. Because of your generosity and love of our brothers and sisters in need we have exceeded more than $1200 in gift cards. Non - gift card donations can be placed in the bin outside St. Anne’s Church, near the courtyard entrance. Items needed are listed in the side of the bin and pamphlets are available in the church entrance. Thank you for your generosity. |
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Food Pantry Donations Needed
The following non-perishable items are needed at St Mary’s St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry on a regular basis and are usually in short supply and not provided through the Food Bank:
Canned foods are provided through the Food Bank Donations can be placed in the bin outside St. Anne’s Church, near the courtyard entrance. Gift cards can be dropped in the mailbox near the parish office window.
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We Need Your Help!
God has uniquely equipped every person in this Church with specific skills and gifts. As one family in Christ, we are tasked with utilizing these gifts within our church. Using your God-given skills as a volunteer is a fantastic way to serve the church. Volunteering has a spiritual benefit as well. By volunteering, an individual will often want to dive deeper into the life of the church. At the same time, they serve not only as a helping hand, but also as a witness of the Gospel message within the community. Volunteers are immediately needed for:
If you are interested in other ministries, you are always welcome to join. We encourage you to give prayerful thought and consider joining the ministries that are within your interest. |