December 22, 2019

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Wednesday March 13th Chris an Social Services will host a parish meal in HFH 5:45-6:45 p.m.

Friday, March 22nd is CCW

Saint Anne Catholic Church December 22, 2019

Christmas Eve Mass times 4:30 pm—Nativity—5:00 pm Mass

8:30 pm—Music 9:00 pm—Mass

Office Closed December 24th

December 25th and 26th

Christmas Day

Mass 9:00 am

The Staff of St. Anne Church Wishes you and your loved ones

A Blessed Merry Christmas

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PARISH STAFF

CLERGY Rev. Allan Joseph McDonald

Pastor [email protected] - 912-737-0112

Rev. Solomon Kaanan Parochial Vicar

[email protected] - 912-737-0116

PASTORAL STAFF Renee Singleton

Coordinator of Religious Education [email protected] - 912-737-0118

Kathy Zdunich Catholic Youth Ministry


Jody A. K. Deliguori Music Director

[email protected] 912-228-0993

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Sarah Thomas

Director of Parish Administration [email protected] - 912-737-0122

Karen Krupp Assistant Bookkeeper


June Methe Administrative Assistant


Mary Fullerton RCIA Administrator


COUNCILS Pastoral Council

Cyndy Glasscock - 912-344-8874 [email protected]

Stewardship Council Joanne Pruszynski

[email protected]

Finance Council - Allen Lancaster [email protected]

Council of Catholic Women Barbara Cole

[email protected]

Knights of Columbus Bill Santa Rosa

[email protected]

OFFICE HOURS M-F: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Closed for lunch: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. P: 912-756-3343 - F: 912-737-0125

www.St.AnneRH.org Email: [email protected]

Pastors letter Dear parishioners, The last Sunday of Advent is here and Christmas Eve is this coming Tuesday. As a reminder, please note that our Christmas Eve Family Mass which begins with the prelude of the Children’s Christmas Pag-eant at 4:30 PM will be packed. Come early for a good seat. Please do not reserve any seats for family members coming late. This causes Christmas riots and is not a pleasant way to cele-brate our Savior’s birth at all. As well the Solemn Christmas Mass at Night begins with a prel-ude of Carols at 8:30 PM. This Mass, too, is packed and the same request holds for it too: PLEASE DO NOT RESERVE SEATS FOR THOSE COMING IN LATE. On Christmas Day, we will have only one Mass at 9 AM. Last year it was comfortably full. Because the Church now allows Vigil Masses the night before which started in the late 60’s, we have lost the tradition of waiting until Christmas Day to cele-brate Christ’s birth. I think we must recover our older tradition of elevating the day of the Feast, not the night before, but I think that is a lost cause. Thus, on Christmas Day, there will be plenty of room and the Mass will truly be an experience of “all is calm and all is bright!” Of course, we will have many Catholic and Protestant visitors at our Christmas Masses, as well as, visiting family members of our parishioners. Let us be most welcoming of them! On behalf of Fr. Solomon and myself, we both pray that you have a very blessed Christmas and a Happy New Year. And thank you for all your cards and gifts this Christmas season! We are both very grateful. God bless you. Your pastor,

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Religious Education

Religious Education classes are off to a great start, but our program is still not complete without YOUR FAMILY! There are still openings at 11:45 am in all grades and it is not too late to register!

Please contact the parish office or come by Holy Family Hall this Sunday after Mass to register.

Saint Anne Youth Ministry

The Catholic Youth Ministry meets on Sunday 6:00 pm to 7:30 p.m.

All High School teens welcomed! Registration is free! Come enjoy one another’s company and apply your Catholic Faith in everyday life! Contact: Kathy Zdunich [email protected]

The Most Reverend Gregory Hartmayer, OFM Conv., Bishop of Savannah

Invites all couples celebrating their Silver or Gold (25th or 50th) Wedding Anniversaries in 2020 to join

him in celebrating the

Gold & Silver Wedding Jubilee Anniversary Mass

in your honor at the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist in Savannah, Georgia

on Sunday: February 23, 2020 @11:30 am

Those wishing to attend should contact the parish office or register online at www.diosav.org/gold-and-silver

by December 21, 2019 in order to receive a formal invitation with the detailed information.

Questions? Contact the Diocesan Office of Marriage, Family and Respect Life, 912-201-4068.

El Reverendísimo Gregory Hartmayer, OFM Conv., Obispo de Savannah

Invita a todas las parejas que celebrarán su Aniversario de Bodas de Plata o de Oro (25 o 50 años) en el año 2020 a

participar en la

Misa y Celebración de Bodas de Oro y Plato que se celebrará en su honor en la Catedral de San Juan el

Bautista en Savannah, Georgia el domingo 23 de febrero de 2020 a las 11:30 am

Aquellos que deseen asistir deben contactar a su parroquia o registrarse en línea en www.diosav.org/gold-and-silver

antes del 21 de diciembre de 2019 para recibir una invitación formal con la información detallada.

Preguntas? Comuníquese con la Pastoral de Vida Familiar y Respeto a la vida al 912-201-4068.

IS GOD CALLING YOU TO BECOME CATHOLIC??

RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults) offers an opportunity for non-Catholic adults to come together to learn more about our faith. Sessions focus on the teaching and experience of church and prepare individuals to celebrate the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and First Eucharist at the Easter Vigil. For more information please contact Mary Fullerton at

[email protected] or call 912-737-0113 office 912-247-9953 cell

The Common Chalice: If you are experiencing any kind of illness; such as: colds or flu symptoms or anything communicable, please refrain from drinking the Precious Blood from the common Chalice. Yes, communicable diseases; such as colds and flus can be “caught” by drinking after someone who is ill. As well, if you are not feel-ing well, do not extend the “handshake” of peace and please respect those who do not desire to shake hands during Mass. A simple nod of the head or smile is sufficient. If the flu becomes epidemic, the common chalice and “handshake of peace” will be suspended. Keep in mind that Catholic teaching insists that we receive the Body and Blood of Jesus entirely under either form of the Host or Precious Blood.

Sun - December 22nd - NO CYM Sun - December 29th - NO CYM Sun - Jan. 5th - 6-7:30 pm –Three Kings Party Sun - Jan. 12th - 6-7:30 pm - Miracles of Jesus Sun - Jan. 19th - NO CYM March for Life - Jan 24th w/Deanery to Washington, DC Sun - Jan. 26th - 6-7:30 pm - Catholic Escape Room Wed - Jan. 29th 6-7:30pm - Social Apostolate Sandwiches

In The Kindness of Giving Please help those with no place to call their own by donating new or gently used blankets, socks, hats, gloves & peanut butter. There is a Christ-mas box in the narthex for items.

Imagine trying to find a place to lay your head on a freezing night. Many homeless are men, but increasingly women & children are among their ranks. You and I are blessed to be able to say, “There but for the grace of God go I.” May God bless you for your loving kindness.

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Choir Help Needed Adult Choir: Rehearses Wednesday, 7 pm. main church Children’s Choir: Rehearses Mondays—5 pm. main church

Wednesday and Thursday Martha-Mary Chapel

Both days commence at 9:30 am. Wednesday concludes at 7:00 pm with Benediction. Confessions: 6:15—6:45 pm 6:50 pm—Miraculous Medal Novena Thursday concludes at 4:00 pm with The Divine Mercy Chaplet. Please consider signing up for an hour. Forms are in the chapel’s side entrance. For questions contact Rosemary Brown at: [email protected] NO Adoration on 12/25, 12/26 or 1/1

KNOW This is good and pleasing to God our savior, who wills everyone to be saved and to come to knowledge of the truth. + 1Tim. 2:3-4

SACRAMENTS MASS

Martha-Mary Chapel Monday - Friday 9:00 am

Tuesday: Low Latin Mass at 6 p.m.

1st Saturday of each Month: 9:00 am Mass

Main Church Saturday-Vigil: 5:00 p.m. 8:00 am and 10:30 am

Nursery provided in Holy Family Hall for 10:30 am Sunday Mass only

Holy Days of Obligation Mass Times 9 a.m. and 7 p.m.

CONFESSION Wednesdays 6:15 to 6:45 p.m.

In the Martha-Mary chapel Saturdays 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

in the main church Also by appointment

BAPTISM Pre-Baptism Class: Parents who wish to have their child Baptized must attend a Pre-Baptism class. For infants to children of 6 years old. Baptism are usually scheduled each Saturday at 11 a.m. For more infor-mation and to register, contact Renee at [email protected]. At least one parent must be registered and attend pre-baptism. Birth certificates are required.

MATRIMONY Registered and active parishioners: contact clergy four months prior to the wedding date.

Wedding Coordinator Pat Byler [email protected]

ANNOINTING OF THE SICK Contact Fr. McDonald at

[email protected], for details on receiving this Sacrament.

Adoration

Rosary Opportunities Saturday Rosary Prayed at 8:30 am. in the Martha-Mary Chapel and in the main Church at 4:30 p.m. before Mass. Contact Eugene McKee for more information: 912-308-8827

Ladies Rosary Group Tuesday, at 9:30 am in Holy Family Hall. (September 3rd thru May) A Bible study follows the Rosary from 10 to 11 a.m. Nursery available upon request. Contact Betsy DeBry at [email protected] or 912-756-2949

Retrouvaille for Married Couples Retrouvaille (pronounced RE-TRO-VI) is a lifeline for married couples needing a boost. Without attention and care, marriages will wither and eventually die. Is your previously loving marriage suffering a crisis? Are you considering separation or divorce? Retrouvaille has been helping couples rebuild a loving relationship since 1977. Call 706-869-8434 or visit http://www.helpourmarriage.com.

Respect Life Pro-Life Ministry

2019 Savannah Deanery Respect Life Ministry Schedule, St. Anne's Pro-Life

Monthly Respect Life Deanery Meetings Meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 5:30-7 p.m. (teleconferenced meet-ing). All St. Anne members and parishioners are welcome to join in, please contact coordinator for details. Meeting schedule: Oct 8, Nov 12 and Dec 10-2019

Weekly Events: Pro Life Holy Hour, St. James the Less Catholic Church, Wednesdays 6-7 p.m. Public Prayer, in front of Savannah Medical Center, 120 E. 34th Street, Thursdays 10- noon and Fridays 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ministry contact: Jen Thornton at 912-508-3229 or [email protected]

Nar Anon Mee ngs: Nar Anon mee ngs are every Tuesday at 6:30 pm at 10393 Ford Avenue (Execu ve Court) - Building C upstairs. Nar Anon is for families and friends of loved ones suffering with Addic on.

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Offertory Budget Approved by Parish Council for 2019/2020 Church year.

Budget for year $954,200 Per week collection needed $18, 350

Capital Campaign Bldg. Fund Continuing God’s Good Works Goal $1, 500,000

Please mark pledge on your check if you are paying on your pledge. Thank You!

LOVE You shall love the Lord, your God, with all your heart, with all your being, with all your strength, and with all your mind, and your neighbor as yourself. + Luke 10:27

WEEKLY COLLECTION

Moms & Little Catholics If you’re a mother with young children, this study is for you. Every Wednesday, 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the nursery. (except the last Wednesday of each month where we will meet at different loca-tions for fun mom and littles outing.) For details contact Carol Ann Reed: [email protected] or 912-532-1409.

Offertory Weekly Collection for 12/8/2019 $ 14, 169.50 In Basket $ 9, 479.00 Mailed in $ 460.00 Online $ 3, 172.50 Immaculate Conception $ 1, 040.00

Southern Cross Paid to date $ 3, 689.00 Billed $ 10, 590.00 Short—Needed ($ 6, 901.00)

Pledges and Donations to $ 2,919.08 Debt Reduction In Basket $ 1, 565.00 Mail in $ 362.08 On line $ 992.00 Religious Retirement $ 2, 648.00

If you would like to give online, sign up at the St. Anne online giving website: https://osvonlinegiving.com/4445, or scan the code on the left. Contact Sarah at the parish office for questions: 912-737-0122.

Traveling Fatima Statue The Fatima Traveling Statue is at St. Anne. To offer devotion make arrangements with Eugene McKee at 912-308-8827

Boy Scouts - Troop 333 Meets every Monday at 7:00 pm in Martha Mary Hall. Contact Gary Morea at 631-278-5785

Natural Family Planning Classes Betsy DeBry [email protected] or 912-659-8244

Eucharistic Men of Christ Catholic (E=MC² What does it mean to be a Catholic man? During this period when our Church, our family life and our Faith is under attack Catholic men are called to stand in the breach. Eucharistic Men of Christ Catholic (E=MC²) is a group of Catholic men who meet to pray and discuss today’s challenges in order to grow spiritually together. 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 6:30 to 7:30 in the Martha Mary Social Hall. On the months that have 5 weeks in them, we meet on the 3rd and 5th Wednesday of the Month. Contact Chris Edscorn 603-769-1402.

Fall 2019 Savannah Deanery Respect Life Ministry Schedule, St. Anne's Pro-Life Ministry

Monthly Respect Life Deanery Meetings Meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of each month, 5:30-7 p.m. (teleconferenced meeting). All St. Anne members and parishioners are welcome to join in, please contact coordinator for details Meeting schedule: Dec 10 Rachel's Vineyard Post Abortion Healing Retreat: TBA For additional information contact Stephanie May at 912-306-0406, [email protected], or visit the website at www.rachelsvineyard.org . All calls and inquiries are strictly confidential. Come and be restored. Weekly Events: Pro Life Holy Hour, St. James the Less Catholic Church, Wednesdays 6-7 p.m. Public Prayer, in front of Savannah Medical Center, 120 E. 34th Street, Thursdays 10- noon and Fridays 10:30-11:30 a.m. Ministry contact: Jen Thornton at 912-508-3229

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Anyone interested in applying for the position as child care attendant (Sunday mornings ) from 7:30 am to 9:30 am or 10:00 to noon, please apply at the church office.

Interested in earning extra money This is a paid position.

ST. ANNE CCW RELIGIOUS STORE

IN STORE NOW: Christmas items for 2019!

Come & see our selection! END OF THE YEAR SALE

NOVEMBER & DECEMBER: 20% off all Baptism, First Communion

and Confirmation items!!

STORE LOCATED IN CHURCH NARTHEX OPEN AFTER MASS

Saint Anne needs help in the Nursery with Child care.

Mary Suddath, one of our parishioners, is a ambassador for Our Lady of Lourdes Hospitality-North American Volunteers. She and several St. Anne Parishioners will be traveling to Lourdes in June 2020 as volunteers with the St. Marianne Special-Needs Pilgrimage. Mary will have a table

in the narthex on Sunday, December 15th after the 8:00 am and 10:30 am Masses, if you would like to get more infor-mation on how to travel to Lourdes with them, or as a youth or adult volunteer. To visit the website, go to www.lourdesvolunteers.org. There is also Lourdes Virtual Pilgrimage Experience coming up in February 2020 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Pooler. More infor-mation will be posted in the bulletin about the Pilgrimage as soon as it becomes available.

The Diocese of Savannah has the following full-time, benefit eligible positions open:

Events/Facilities Manager – Operations/HR

Stewardship Events Coordinator – Stewardship and Development

Staff Writer – Southern Cross – Communications

Educational Support Coordinator – Catholic Education For more information about these opportunities go to: www.diosav.org/humanresources/jobopportunities

The Diocese now has an online radio station in Spanish. The radio station is produced and managed by the Diocese. Now Spanish speaking Catholics will be able to learn more about their faith, keep up with events, catholic news and enjoy catholic music. You can find out more about Radio Mision Catolica and enjoy Catholic content at www.radiomisioncatolica.com 1 Registration for the Day of Formation and Fellowship for His-

panic Choirs is now open. I have attached a flyer (Mostly in Spanish) and a bilingual registration form that you can print. We will only accept registrations from Choirs that have the full ap-proval of their Pastor or Parochial Vicar. If your Hispanic Choir has an English speaker please contact the Hispanic Ministry Office for information on how they can attend.

2 All priest will be receiving, in a separate email, a brief survey in regards to Hispanic Choirs, we are looking for your feedback on areas of improvement and recommendations directed to the peo-ple serving in this ministry.

3 We will be hosting a gathering for all Prayer Groups in Spanish next summer, more information to come.

Saludos desde la Oficina del Ministerio Hispano,

Aquí hay algunas noticias emocionantes que quiero compartir con ustedes y que espero compartan con su comunidad parroquial, especialmente con las personas de habla hispana.

1. La Diócesis ahora tiene una estación de radio en línea en español. La estación de radio es producida y administrada por la Diócesis. Ahora los católicos de habla hispana podrán aprender más sobre su fe, mantenerse al día con los eventos, las noticias católicas y disfrutar de la música católica. Puede obtener más información sobre Radio Misión Católica y disfrutar de contenido católico en www.radiomisioncatolica.com

2. La inscripción para el Día de Formación y convivencia para Coros Hispanos ya está abier ta. He adjuntado un volante (principalmente en español) y un formulario de registro bilingüe que se puede imprimir. Solo aceptaremos registros de coros que tengan la aprobación total de su párroco o vicario parroquial. Si su corro tiene un miembro que solo habla inglés, por favor contactar a la Oficina del Ministerio Hispano para informarse como ellos también pueden participar. 3. Todos los sacerdotes recibirán, en un correo electrónico a parte, una breve encuesta con respecto a los coros hispanos, estamos buscando sus comentarios sobre áreas de mejora y recomendaciones dirigidas a las personas que sirven en este ministerio. 4. Celebraremos una reunión para todos los Grupos de Oración en español el próximo verano, más información por venir . Avíseme si tiene alguna pregunta o si necesita más información.

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New Address, Phone Number or Email? The Church Office seeks your help keeping accurate records

If you are a new parishioner or registered parishioners with changes, please fill out this form and drop in the collection basket.

Better yet, scan the code here to submit your information through by our website. You can also find the form here: www.stannerh.org under the heading Parish Registration.

PLEASE PRINT

Family Last Name:

First Name: ( Head of Household)

Spouse:

Address:

City, Zip:

Phone: Cell:

Email Address:

DID YOU KNOW: You don’t have to be a Knight to partici-pate in Knights of Columbus events (except business meetings). If you are

curious as to who and what the Knights are about, please consider joining us in a Knights event, such as our fish fries, Carmelite cleanups, etc. We welcome all.

Are you a male, at least 18 years old, a practicing Catholic, and interested in contributing to your church, community, and world? Consider joining St. Anne Knights of Columbus Council. Interested: Contact William Santa Rosa or [email protected]. visit : For more on KofC find them on the web www.kofc.org, and Facebook by searching KofC 10866 Saint Anne

The 2019 Bishop's Annual Appeal Just a Reminder! If you haven’t yet made your pledge to the Bishop’s Annual Appeal, please consider doing it this week. As good Stewards, each of us has a responsibility to share our great gifts that come from God. Our parish goal is $76,552. As of the last report 267 families have participated. Pledge remaining $ 1, 742. Given to date $ 72,443. Needed to meet goal $ 2,367. Only 94.63% of target met. If you have not made a pledge, please consider one at this time.

CCW CORNER St. Anne CCW meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:45 in the Martha Mary Social Hall. There will be no December meeting of the CCW at St. Anne. Please contact Barbara Cole at [email protected] for more information.

Readings for the Week 867

Saturday December 21, 2019

Saint Peter Canisius 5:00 p.m. Vigil Mass

Sunday, December 22, 2019 Fourth Sunday of Advent

Isaiah 7:10-14 Psalm 24:1-6 Romans 1:1-7

Matthew 1:18-24 8:00 am Mass

For The People (SI) 10:30 am Mass

Monday, December 23, 2019 Saint John of Kanty Malachi 3:1-4, 23-24

Psalm 25:4bc-5ab, 8-10, 14 Luke 1:57-66

9:00 am Mass

Tuesday, December 24, 2019 Vigil of the Nativity of the Lord

Isaiah 62:1-5 Psalm 89:4-5, 16-17. 27, 29

Acts 13:16-17, 22-25 Matthew 1:1-25 or 1:18-25

5:00 pm Mass Earl Waters + 9:00 pm Mass

Eleanor Traversy + Well Being of LT (SI)

Wednesday, December 25, 2019

The Nativity of our Lord Isaiah 52:7-10 Psalm 98:1-6 Hebrew 1:1-6

John 1: 1-18 or 1:5, 9, 14 9:00 am Mass

Thursday, December 26, 2019 Saint Stephen, The First Martyr

Acts 6:8-10; 7:54-59 Psalm 31:3cd-4, 6, 8ab, 16bc-17

Matthew 10:17-22 9:00 am Mass

Friday, December 27, 2019 Saint John, the Apostle

1 John 1:1-4 Psalm 87:1-2, 5-6, 11-12

John 20:1a, 2-8 9:00 am Mass

Mass of Thanksgiving (SI)

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