PARISH ACTIVITIES
OPENING OUR EYES
15-minute Faith Share Group
Sundays In the Weekday Chapel after the 9:00am Mass.
Msgr. Coyle provides questions to help you reflect.
February 15th Question:
Where in your life have you been able to appreciate the wonders of God’s law?
VOTE FOR OUR PARISH SCHOOL
Our St. Ann School students and faculty are showing their enthusiasm for their school and a Catholic education. Catch their excitement in their “Make a Joyful Noise” video entry.
SMALL FAITH GROUP: TUESDAYS
REGISTER NOW FOR THE SPRING SESSION.
Begins February 10th at 7:00pm in the Parish Life Center.
Come and join us as we watch and discuss The Chosen: Season 5. Group leader Dave refers to a Catholic Commentary to help see The Chosen in light of our Catholic faith today.
Recent attendees all agree that watching The Chosen episodes and discussing them together uncovers interesting new details and a deeper understanding of the Gospel message
SOUP CAN COLLECTION
February 7th from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Drive-Thru Drop-Off at the Parish Life Center
Help fill up the Soup Kitchen pantry!
Other canned food items gratefully accepted!
PRIME TIMERS
February 10th at 1:00pm at Bethel Bible Church, 4th and Elm Streets, Emmaus
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with us. Enjoy desserts, socializing, and laughing with comedian, Tim Conniff.
New members (55+) are always welcome!
3 C’S WIDOW/WIDOWER GROUP
3rd Tuesday each month at 8:45am at Perkins, Lehigh St.
Next Meeting February 17th
CALL ROSE to reserve your seat.
LENTEN FRIDAY FISH FRY
February 20th from 5:00pm to 6:15pm
Curbside pickup at the Parish Life Center on Fairview St.
$25 Serves 2 - Pay at pickup: cash or check
Dinner for 2 includes Fish, Shrimp & Fries, 6 oz. Lobster Bisque, 6 OZ. New England Clam Chowdah, Cole Slaw & Applesauce, Mac-n-Cheese, Buttered Rolls, Tartar & Cocktail Sauce.
ORDER HERE!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
February 20th: Lenten Fish FRY-Day
March 15th: Xavier Company's LIVE Easter Performance
March 21st: Knights of Columbus Spring Dinner Dance
MOSAIC
Men’s Ministry meeting
Next meeting is March 5th at 7:00pm in Room 20 of the Parish Life Center.
Email Derek for info: dd01@rcn.com
ADULT BASIC CATHOLIC REFRESHER
Adult Basic Catholic Refresher Series
Begins March 5th
Part 2 of this informal refresher discussion group. It’s ok if you didn’t go to Part 1.
Signup HERE!
NIGHT AT THE RACES
April 11th from 5:00pm to 10:00pm
Desales University - 2755 Station Ave. - Center Valley, PA
Honoring outstanding individuals:
Mrs. Lucille Emerson
Mr. & Mrs. Angelo and Maria Tartaglia
All Inclusive Dinner and Drinks
More information can be found HERE.
Tickets can be purchased HERE.
BECOMING CATHOLIC PROGRAM
Have you ever considered becoming a Catholic?
Our Becoming Catholic program has been “reconstructed” to allow for more flexibility for those seeking an understanding of our faith. We will gladly work with you to find times to fit your schedule.
Anyone who is not baptized or is baptized in another faith and would like to become Catholic is very welcome to join us!
Email Chris at ckimock@stann-emmaus.org with any and all of your questions.
MOMS & TOTS GROUP
Meets Most Mondays from 9:00am to 10:30am at the Parish Life Center
Supervised playtime (for the kids) and a warm and welcoming support group (for parents). To join, send a text "@stannsmom" to 81010. We use the free app Remind to keep in touch and coordinate meetings. All parents of young children are welcome!
PARISH PRAYER WARRIORS
Remember, there is power in our prayers!
In need of prayers for you or a loved one or friend? Email our PRAYER WARRIORS.
LISTEN UP!
CAROL’S MUSICAL PODCASTS
It’s a soothing, spiritual listen.
Try Choir Director Carol Traupman-Carr’s music podcasts - she's done a number of interesting episodes combining music and faith and is gathering quite a following. Pop in those earbuds or tune in while driving or waiting in a pickup line! Now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, PodBean, and YouTube.
Search: ON THE MUSICAL ROAD TO EMMAUS!
EMBRACING STEWARDSHIP
WHERE ARE YOU BEING CALLED?
Stewardship is how we care for one another by sharing our God-given gifts as true disciples of Christ.
ALTER SERVERS
To be an altar server, students should be in grades 5-12. Training available. Questions or to sign up, email ckimock@stann-emmaus.org.
GREETERS AND USHERS
Greeters and ushers needed. Families welcome to greet together!
WEEKLY CHURCH CLEANERS
The parish is in need of a few volunteers to help clean the church after the Thursday morning 8:00am Mass. Time commitment is about 45 minutes. Please call our Rectory if you are interested in volunteering. 610-965-2426.
PRIME TIMERS 2026 BUS TRIPS
September 29th: Chicago Tribute Band at Penn’s Peak
December 2nd: Irving Berlin’s “Holiday Inn” at Bucks County Playhouse
Registration and deposits necessary.
Pick up a registration form at the Welcome Desk in our church lobby. You don’t have to be a Prime Time member to attend.
IT'S GIRL SCOUT COOKIE TIME
You know they are only here for a few weeks…
Purchase your favorites after Mass!
Cookie proceeds support St. Ann's Troop 602.
ONGOING CARMELITE COLLECTION
Spearheaded by parishioner Maureen Hildebrandt, WASA has formed a wonderful, faith-filled relationship with the sisters. The Carmelites are cloistered and live a simple life surrounded by God through prayer. They are sustained through the charity of others. If you would like to contribute a few items to their daily needs, there is always a collection bin at the information desk in the lobby.
Suggestions: cleaning products; paper products (white); plastic storage and trash bags; applesauce cups; cooking oil; canned goods: soups, vegetables, fruit; PB (creamy) & jelly; non-stick cooking spray; sugar; boxed potatoes (any kind)
SUNDAY MORNING NEWSLETTER
Is our Sunday morning online newsletter in YOUR inbox?
Reflections, Faith in Action, Parish News.
EMAIL US to get on the list!
Find us on Facebook, too! @stannsemmaus
CULTIVATING LEADERS...
ONE STUDENT AT A TIME!
Thinking about enrolling your child in a private school? Call Lisa Schultz at 610-965-9220 for a tour of St. Ann school today!
NEW TO ST. ANN’S CHURCH?
Are you looking for baptism, wedding, or other sacramental information? Family member in the hospital?
Contact our rectory: 610-965-2426
TAKE A SNAP FOR ST. ANN'S
Attending a parish event or meeting? Send your photos to OUR EDITOR for our bulletin and newsletter!
diocesan SYNOD report
The Diocesan Synod Report can be FOUND HERE.
ONLINE CALVARY GRAVESITE MAP
You can look up a grave location simply by having the deceased's last name.
GIFT CARDS!
Holiday Gift Cards Available at the Church Welcome Desk!
St. Ann School is the perfect place to purchase gift cards and support student programs at the same time. The school keeps many gift cards available in the office for immediate purchase! Please call the school - 610-965-9220 - to arrange a quick pick up!
You’ll find all the favorites including Starbucks, Wawa, Dunkin, Target, Amazon, Kohls, Old Navy, McDonalds, HomeGoods, TJ Maxx, Burger King, Walmart, Chipotle, Moe’s, Outback, VISA, Dicks Sporting Goods, Home Depot, and most grocery stores and pharmacy stores, too! (More available at the school!)
ANOTHER WAY TO EMBRACE STEWARDSHIP...
Doing good just with a few clicks!
A percentage of your eligible Amazon purchases goes to St. Ann School.
Go to the link: www.smile.amazon.com
Sign in.
Select St. Ann Church & School as your charity.
Thank you! Your support goes to help our school’s classrooms!
SHOP LOCAL, SUPPORT LOCAL
Whether you are shopping for a gift, service, need repairs, or thinking about dinner, make sure you check our bulletin advertisers!
IT'S ALWAYS TIME TO SPONSOR A BULLETIN AD!
And it really does help to keep our bulletin printing cost down.
Contact Jim at Liturgical Publications, inc. 800-477-4574