IT’S “PRACTICALLY PERFECT IN EVERY WAY!"

PARISH LENTEN PENANCE SERVICE

April 6th, 4:00pm to 5:00pm, in the church.
Along with prayer and charity, penance is an important part of our Lenten obligations.
Join us next Sunday. Extra priests will be available to hear confessions.
Confession always available every Saturday, 3-4pm.

WASA MEETING

April 1st in the School Cafeteria
We will prepare for Easter through a special and moving reading of Mary's Way of the Cross. Fellowship, spiritual sharing, and great refreshments round out the evening. Please join us.

BIBLE STUDY

Tuesdays from 7:00pm to 8:30pm in the Parish Life Center and on Zoom.
We will be watching and discussing The Chosen: Season 3.
SIGNUP HERE.

BINGO!

April 2nd in the School Cafeteria
Doors open at 6:30pm. Supper at 7:00pm. First game at 7:30pm.
$20 for 20 games. 50/50 cash prizes!

LENTEN FISH FRY

Orders will be accepted starting March 14th through April 2nd
ORDER ONLINE!
Pickup on April 4th from 5:00pm to 6:15pm
$25 - Serves 2 - Cash, Card, or Check accepted!
Curbside Pickup St. Ann School
INCLUDES: Fish, Shrimp, Fries, NE Clam Chowdah, Lobster Bisque, Mac & Cheese, Rolls, Cole Slaw, Applesauce, Tarter & Cocktail Sauce, Cookies.

PRIME TIMERS MEETING

April 8th at 1:00pm at Bethel Bible Church, 4th & Elm Streets, Emmaus
KFC lunch, desserts, and entertainment by singer Lori Woodward. Lunch includes 2 pieces of chicken, coleslaw and biscuit. $5.00. Place your order by Apr. 3 with Gerry.
New members (55+) are always welcome to join us!

MOSAIC

Men’s Ministry meeting
7:00pm in the Parish Life Center.
Next meeting is April 10th.
Email Derek for info: dd01@rcn.com

HELPING HANDS FOOD DRIVE

April 11th at 7:00pm in the School Cafeteria
Volunteers are needed to help pack the Easter dinner boxes.

CHURCH CLEANING

April 12th starting at 9:00 am
Can you lend a hand and some elbow grease to give the church its spring cleaning before Holy Week? This is a great service project for families. Please bring a bucket, cleaning rags/sponges and anything that can help make St. Ann's sparkle! (Cleaning fluids provided.)
Thank you for helping!

ST. ANN’S GIRL SCOUTS HOSTING “SUPER SITTERS"

April 13th
Babysitting & First Aid Class taught by a Registered Nurse!
Any student 10+ yrs. eligible to attend. You do not need to be a Girl Scout. Only a few spots remain for the Super Sitters event. Register now so your teen is ready for this summer's babysitting opportunities.
Cost is $55. Register: https://bit.ly/SuperSitters2025

HELPING HANDS FOOD DRIVE

April 13th at 12:00pm in the School Cafeteria
Volunteers are needed load the Easter dinner boxes into vehicles.

3 C’S WIDOW/WIDOWER GROUP

3rd Tuesday each month at 8:45am
Next Meeting April 15th
Perkins, Lehigh St. To reserve CALL ROSE

FRIEND SHIP MINISTRY

April 20th in the Parish Life Center
Serving young adults with disabilities (ages 19-35).
Connect for fun spiritual, social, and service activities. Volunteers welcome. To volunteer or for program info please email mciofalo@comcast.net.

A NIGHT AT THE RACES!

April 26, DeSales University Center
Support St. Ann School students and programs with an evening of HORSES, HIGH STAKES & GENEROSITY!
Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to experience the thrill of the races, all while supporting the mission of St. Ann School.

Honoring Mrs. Pamela Caton with the Diana Kile Distinguished Educator Award and Deacon James Friend and Deacon Dr. Bernard Servagno with the Warrior Award.

Tickets Include: dinner & drinks, plus $25 in "Warrior Bucks" to kickstart the fun!
$100 per person. CALL ST. ANN SCHOOL FOR TICKETS OR INFORMATION! 610-965-9220

BECOMING CATHOLIC PROGRAM

For information on adults receiving their sacraments or joining the Catholic faith, please email Chris at ckimock@stann-emmaus.org.

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 GROUP

Do you need the parish Prayer Warriors to pray for you or a loved one or friend? EMAIL DONNA.

PRIME TIMERS SPRING BUS TRIP: MAY 20TH

You’re invited to join Prime Timers as they take a day trip to the Sight & Sound Theatre near Strasburg for the classic production of NOAH! Showing for only one season! Tickets are $160/pp and includes bus ticket, show ticket, and lunch. Enjoy lunch together at Hershey Farms Smorgasbord. Order forms in the church lobby at the Info Desk.
For more information CONTACT REGINA.

SUMMER THEATRE CAMPS
SIGN UP NOW!

There’s something for all ages and interests!
Is your child looking for some creative fun this summer? Try our Summer Theatre Camps! St. Ann School has an amazing Drama program and faculty! They’re bringing another super summer program to families. Any student can participate—public or parochial school.
READERS THEATRE CAMP
TAYLOR SWIFT DANCE CAMP
“TRASH TO FASHION” STEAM CAMP (Science, Tech, Engineering, & Math)
MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP
Please email faculty member Mrs. Patterson for registration information: k.patterson@stann-emmaus.org

ONE-DAY BUS TRIPS

October 15th: Frankie Valli Tribute Band (Staten Island, NY)
December 4th: "Deck the Halls" Musical (Lancaster, PA)
Reservation forms at the Church Lobby Welcome Desk or Call Regina.

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

DON'T MISS OUT ON IMPORTANT INFORMATION!

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Reflections, Faith in Action, Parish News.
Email us to get on the list!

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.

PURCHASE HOLIDAY GIFT CARDS AT ST. ANN SCHOOL

St. Ann School is the perfect place to purchase your needed 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.

1. Go to the link: www.smile.amazon.com

2. Sign in.

3. 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!

PLEASE ADVERTISE IN THE BULLETIN

Can you help St. Ann’s by purchasing an advertisement in our bulletin? Our advertisers help St. Ann’s to reduce the cost of our bulletin printing. Advertisers are included on pages 5 and 6 of our PRINTED and ONLINE bulletins!
There is always time and room to sponsor an advertisement for your business or your favorite charity or organization. Contact Jim at Liturgical Publications, Inc. at 973-525-7674. Thank you!