Events at St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish and around the diocese

Hand Carved in Bethlehem

St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish — Sat, 07 Nov 2026 17:30:00 -0700

PLEASE STOP BY THE TABLES OF RELIGIOUS WARES (Nativity set, rosaries, statues, crucifixes, charms, etc.) AFTER ALL THE WEEKEND MASSES.

Ayman Khair is representing Christian families from the Holy Land. These families have been dependent upon sales of their hand carved religious articles to tourists of the Holy Land. Due to the conflict in the Middle East and the War tourism has been stopped completely.

It is very important to support them at this critical time since they have no income and there is no tourism at all. To survive, they have turned to Christian communities in the United States to purchase their articles.

These hand carved religious articles are beyond description. Carved from wood of the sacred Olive tree, this workmanship has been traditional for these families for hundreds of years. It is hoped that through the efforts of Mr. Khair, these families who have little income will be able to stay living and survive in the Holy Land.

Sadly enough, the Christian population dropped from 22 % to less than 2% in the last 20 years. Thank you in advance for your support.

4 Day Mission at Holy Cross Mesa

St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish — Mon, 09 Nov 2026 19:00:00 -0700

The Saint Anne community is invited to a 4 Day Mission at Holy Cross Mesa!

Weekly Wednesday Formation Series (WWFS)

St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish — Wed, 11 Nov 2026 18:15:00 -0700

Join us Wednesday nights, from 6:15-7:30pm, in the church, for these informative and inspiring presentations on Catholicism and culture. WWFS is free and open to everyone, so bring your friends. And if you can't make it to St. Anne catch the live-stream on the parish website, or watch the recordings of all WWFS sessions at the Holy Family Institute website, http://www.holyfamilyinstitute.org.

Upcoming Topics:

11/4/26 – Pope St. Paul VI’s Humanae Vitae: Contraception, “Free Love”, and the Consequences
11/11/26 – Blessed Fulton Sheen - America’s Media Apostle
11/18/26 – Family Night! Preparing Our Domestic Church for Advent & Christmas
11/25/26 – OFF – Happy Thanksgiving!

A Pastoral Invitation to Prayer for Those Who Have Wandered from the Faith

St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish — Fri, 13 Nov 2026 12:00:00 -0700

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

As your pastor, I am deeply aware of the challenges we face as Catholics striving to live faithfully in an increasingly divided world. Many of us sense a growing polarization within our society, and perhaps even more painfully, within the Church herself. We see differing attitudes toward the truths of our faith, the reality of sin, and the importance of remaining faithful to God's commandments.

Our Lord reminds us that although we live in the world, we are not of the world (cf. John 17:16). As disciples of Jesus Christ, we are called to remain steadfast in His truth while bearing witness to His infinite love and mercy. Yet, we also recognize that many of our brothers and sisters have drifted away from the practice of their Catholic faith. For some, this separation has lasted years or even decades.

For many of us here at St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish, this reality is not simply a concern about the world around us. It is deeply personal.

It may be a son or daughter who no longer attends Mass, a spouse who has grown distant from the Church, a sibling who has rejected the faith, or a dear friend who no longer recognizes the importance of a relationship with Christ. We carry these loved ones in our hearts, often with a mixture of sorrow, concern, and longing for their return.

At times, we may wonder whether anything we say or do will make a difference. We may have tried inviting, encouraging, reasoning, or simply offering a loving example, only to find that our efforts seem to bear little fruit.

But, dear friends, we must never lose hope in the power of God's grace.

The Gospel assures us that no soul is beyond the reach of God's mercy. In the parable of the Prodigal Son, we encounter a father whose love never diminishes, even when his son has wandered far from home. In the conversion of the Good Thief, we witness the extraordinary power of divine mercy reaching a repentant heart in the final moments of life.

These sacred accounts remind us that conversion is ultimately the work of God. While our words and actions can serve as instruments of His grace, it is the Holy Spirit who softens hardened hearts, awakens faith, and draws souls back into communion with Christ and His Church.

And so, when our human efforts seem insufficient, we must turn with renewed confidence to the spiritual gifts entrusted to us by the Church: prayer, fasting, and loving intercession.

With this intention in mind, I would like to invite every household in our St. Anne parish family to join me in a special Nine-Day Novena for Those Who Have Wandered from the Catholic Faith.

Fr. Larry Merta, Pastor of Holy Cross Parish, has prayerfully brought together passages from Sacred Scripture, spiritual reflections, and teachings from the Catechism of the Catholic Church to guide us in praying for the conversion and return of our loved ones. Through these prayers, we will entrust to the Sacred Heart of Jesus those who have become distant from the sacramental life of the Church, asking our merciful Lord to renew their faith and lead them home.

Our novena will begin on Friday, November 13, 2026, and conclude on Saturday, November 21, 2026, culminating in the celebration of the Solemnity of Our Lord, Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, on Sunday, November 22.

How fitting it is that we conclude these nine days of prayer as the Church prepares to celebrate the Kingship of Christ! On this great solemnity, we proclaim that Jesus Christ is Lord of all creation and that His Kingdom is one of truth, life, holiness, grace, justice, love, and peace. We entrust to His sovereign and merciful Heart those who have wandered from His Church, praying that they may once again recognize His voice, embrace His love, and joyfully return to His fold.

I encourage you to pray this novena daily in your homes, whether individually or together as a family. If possible, consider accompanying your prayers with a personal act of fasting or sacrifice, offering it for someone you love who has wandered from the faith.

As we pray for others, let us also recognize our own need for ongoing conversion. Each of us, in different ways, must continually return to the Father's embrace. May this novena deepen our own trust in God's providence, strengthen our commitment to the Catholic faith, and awaken within us a greater appreciation for the boundless mercy of Jesus Christ.

I also invite you to consider this novena as an opportunity to sanctify your home and renew your family's spiritual life. Let our homes become places where faith is nourished, hope is restored, and the love of Christ is made present through daily prayer.

It is my sincere hope that this shared spiritual effort will bear abundant fruit throughout our parish community. I would be grateful to hear how these days of prayer may bring you comfort, renewed hope, or a deeper awareness of Christ's merciful love. Members of our Respect Life Ministry will be in the courtyard to hand out novena booklets and prayer cards at all of the Masses on the weekends of October 31^st and November 7^th. You will also have an opportunity to write the names of your loved ones who have left the faith on a prayer intention card which will be placed in a box with all of the other names and placed before the image of our Lord in the arms of our Blessed Mother (the Pieta) for the duration of the novena.

Above all, I ask you to remember this: Never stop praying for those you love. Never presume that a heart is beyond conversion. And never underestimate what God can accomplish through the faithful prayers of His people.

May St. Anne, the beloved grandmother of our Lord Jesus Christ and patroness of our parish, intercede especially for our families, our children, and all those who have wandered from the household of faith. Through her prayers and the maternal intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary, may those who have strayed rediscover the joy of belonging to Christ and His Church.

Together, as one parish family, let us entrust our loved ones to the Good Shepherd, who never ceases to seek His lost sheep and rejoices when they are brought safely home.

May the Lord bless you and your families, strengthen you in faith, and fill your hearts with His peace.

In the Merciful Heart of Jesus,

Rev. Keith Kenney
Pastor
St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish

Religious Items Sale - Carmelite Missionaries

St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish — Sat, 21 Nov 2026 16:00:00 -0700

Carmelite Missionaries of St. Therese of the Child Jesus

Your Support Makes a Difference for:
• Formation of new missionary sisters.
• Mission work in communities with the greatest need.
• Children’s ministries and pastoral evangelization programs.

"Bethlehem Express" - St. Anne Advent Experience

St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish — Fri, 04 Dec 2026 18:00:00 -0700

Families of all ages are invited to join us for a fun-filled evening. Stay tuned for details

Encountering Mercy Presents: An Advent Desert Day for Women

St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish — Sat, 05 Dec 2026 08:00:00 -0700

“The Incarnation through the Eyes of St. Francis”

Where: Our Lady of Solitude Monastery
9020 N 381st Ave, Tonopah, AZ 8535

Retreat includes Mass, meditations for reflection, and Rosary.
Please bring a sack lunch

Registration Fee: $50
* To secure your spot, Zelle registration fee using 89krebello@gmail.com. Please include your email address and contact number.
* Space is limited

Registration closes Sat. Nov 28th.

For questions or more information, please contact:

Kim Rebello OFS, SDC

Calendar - Teen Activity Club and Teen Apologetics

St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish — Mon, 07 Dec 2026 16:30:00 -0700

Verso L'Alto meets 1st & 3rd Mondays from 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Apologetics meets 2nd & 4th Mondays from 4:30 - 5:30 pm

Both meet in parish hall. Verso begins with Adoration in the Chapel

Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary

St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish — Tue, 08 Dec 2026 07:00:00 -0700

Come celebrate this day is a beautiful Holy Day of Obligation with us!

The solemnity of the Immaculate Conception refers to the special way the Blessed Virgin Mary was conceived. The dogma of the Immaculate Conception was proclaimed by Pope Pius IX in 1854:

"The most Blessed Virgin Mary was, from the first moment of her conception, by a singular grace and privilege of almighty God and by virtue of the merits of Jesus Christ, Saviour of the human race, preserved immune from all stain of original sin."

Monday, December 7, 2026:

6 pm Vigil Solemn Mass (English and Latin)

Tuesday, December 8, 2026:

7 am Mass (English)
Noon Mass (English)
6 pm Mass (Spanish)
No Confessions on this day.

Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebrations

St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish — Sat, 12 Dec 2026 05:00:00 -0700

(events are in Spanish)

El 12 de diciembre celebraremos 495 años que Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe apareció como un amanecer de ternura en el corazón de un pueblo herido, dejando en su mirada el consuelo de una Madre que conoce las lágrimas de sus hijos y transforma el dolor en esperanza. Su manto estrellado habla del cielo que abraza la tierra, y sus manos unidas nos recuerdan que toda verdadera grandeza nace de la humildad y de la confianza en Dios. Como una rosa floreciendo en medio del invierno, su presencia sigue anunciando que el amor de Dios nunca abandona a quienes lo buscan.

A través de los siglos, la Virgen de Guadalupe ha sido faro para los cansados, refugio para los afligidos y compañía para los peregrinos del corazón. En cada prueba, ella repite suavemente las palabras que dieron paz a san Juan Diego: que no estamos solos, que somos amados y cuidados por una Madre que camina con nosotros. Por eso, hoy también ella es tu ayuda: cuando el camino se vuelve incierto, su mano te conduce a Cristo; cuando el corazón se llena de temores, su amor maternal te recuerda que la esperanza siempre florece bajo su amparo.

On December 12, we will celebrate the 495th anniversary of Our Lady of Guadalupe's apparition. Our Lady of Guadalupe appeared like a dawn of tenderness in the heart of a wounded people, leaving in her gaze the comfort of a Mother who knows the tears of her children and transforms sorrow into hope. Her star-covered mantle speaks of heaven embracing the earth, and her folded hands remind us that true greatness is born from humility and trust in God. Like a rose blooming in the midst of winter, her presence continues to proclaim that God's love never abandons those who seek Him.

Throughout the centuries, Our Lady of Guadalupe has been a beacon for the weary, a refuge for the afflicted, and a companion for pilgrims on the journey of the heart. In every trial, she gently repeats the words that brought peace to Saint Juan Diego: that we are not alone, that we are loved and cared for by a Mother who walks beside us. That is why, even today, she is your help: when the path becomes uncertain, her hand leads you to Christ; when your heart is filled with fear, her maternal love reminds you that hope always blossoms beneath her loving protection.

Join us in honoring Our Lady of Guadalupe.

Friday December 11,2026
6:00PM           Novena and procession toward the parish
6:30PM           Rosary
7:30PM           Dance “Sunqu Guadalupano”
8:00PM           Play of the Apparitions of our Lady of Guadalupe
Refreshments followed the program

Saturday December 11,2026
5:45AM Mañanitas
7:00AM Mass (Spanish)
Dance and refreshments after mass.

Tamale Pre-Sale

St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish — Sun, 13 Dec 2026 07:00:00 -0700

Tamale season is coming up and La Escuela de Evangelizacion San Andres is getting ready to bring you and your family some delicious tamales!! We will be taking orders by text and will have an in person pre-order sale on December 13th. More information coming soon!!

Veni, Veni, Emmanuel, An Advent Evening of Scripture and Song

St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish — Sat, 19 Dec 2026 18:30:00 -0700

Rest and reflect on the mystery of God made Man as the choirs of Saint Anne guide a meditative journey through the “O Antiphons”.

The Nativity of the Lord ~ Christmas Mass Times

St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish — Thu, 24 Dec 2026 16:00:00 -0700

Christmas Eve, Thursday, December 24^th

4:00 pm - Children's Choir (English)

7:00 pm - Spanish

9:00 pm - English

11:30 pm - Prelude Carols before Midnight Mass

Christmas Day, Friday, December 25^th

12:00 am - Solemn Candlelight Midnight Mass with Orchestra and Harp (English/Latin)

6:30 am – Dawn Mass - No Music (English)

9:00 am – English

11:30 am – Spanish

Confession Schedule

Thursday, December 24^th through Saturday, January 2^nd, 2027

No confessions.

The regular schedule resumes on Sunday, January 3^rd, 2027.

Office Hours

The parish office will close at 12 pm on Monday & Tuesday, December 21st & 22nd. Office hours on those days will be 8 am - 12 pm

Our Christmas break will begin Wednesday, December 23^rd and we will remain closed through Sunday, January 3^rd.

Normal hours of operation will resume Monday, January 4^th, 2027.

Campus Hours

The parish campus will be closed at 5:00 PM while we are on Christmas Break except for New Year’s Eve because of the Vigil Mass. Saturday and Sunday’s campus hours will be as usual.

The First Week of Christmas Mass Times

Weekend of December 26^th & 27^th

Regular schedule

Saturday Vigil Mass:

4:00 PM in English

Sunday Mass:

7:00 AM in English

9:00 AM in English

11:00 AM Solemn Mass in English

1:30 PM in Spanish

5:30 PM in English

Monday-Wednesday, December 28^th - 30^th

Christmas Break- No 7:00 am Masses, No Confessions - Noon Mass only all week.

Thursday, Dec. 31
New Year’s Eve - No Confessions all day, No Noon Mass, We will have a Vigil Solemn Mass at 6pm to celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God.

Friday, Jan. 1
The Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God is a Holy Day of Obligation. Happy New Year! Mass Times: 9am, 11:30am. There will be no confessions on this day.

Eucharistic Procession and Picnic

St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish — Sat, 09 Jan 2027 09:00:00 -0700

The St. Anne Annual Eucharistic Procession and picnic will be held on Saturday, January 9th, 2026. We will walk with the Blessed Sacrament from St. Anne parish, down Elliot Rd. to St. Thomas the Apostle Byzantine Church. After a brief service, we will process back to St. Anne, and conclude with a benediction.

Afterward, there will be food, fun, and entertainment at John Allen Park. If anyone has any portable canopies that they would like to bring to the picnic, please let us know.

We will begin at 9:00 am in the parish sanctuary. Please arrive by 8:45 am so that we can begin on time.