To seek, trust and glorify God through humble service and continual prayer. To raise up devoted disciples.

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1 To seek, trust and glorify God through humble service and continual prayer. To raise up devoted disciples. September 24, 2017 St. Ann Church & Model Schools Haiku Road Kaneohe, Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund Our special collection is in response to the recent devastation caused by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma. Unfortunately, the season is not yet over. Jose threatens our East Coast and Maria has caused damages in Dominica, Puerto Rico and is threatening other Caribbean islands. This collection will be sent to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops to support the humanitarian and recovery efforts of Catholic Charities USA and will provide pastoral and rebuilding support to impacted dioceses through the USCCB. They will provide humanitarian aid in the form of water, food, shelter, and medical care, as well as to their long-term efforts to restore communities after widespread destruction. We ask that you continue to be generous in your giving and relentless in your prayers. Make Check Payable to St. Ann Church Memo Section: Hurricane Relief Congregation of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary

2 Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Today s Reflection: "For my thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways my ways, says the Lord." It is close to impossible to grasp the depths of God's mercy and generosity. Most people today might think the landowner is clearly in the wrong for paying someone who has worked a full day the same wage as someone who has worked only the last hour. Jesus wants the parable to grab our attention and get us thinking about God's mercy. God's ways of thinking and acting are often not our ways of thinking and acting. He wants us to know that it is never too late to turn our lives around. God always desires us each and every moment of our existence. How can we mirror God's love and generosity? Next Sunday s Readings - October 1, Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Ezekiel 18:25-28 Philippians 2:1-11 Matthew 21:28-32 Meditation: What kind of future are you preparing for? Jesus encourages us to think - to think about the consequences of our choices, especially the choices and decisions that will count not just for now but for eternity as well. The choices we make now will affect and shape our future, both our future on earth as well as in the life of the age to come. Converting both heart and will to do what is good and pleasing to God The "rebellious" son told his father to his face that he would not work for him. But afterwards he changed his mind and did what his father commanded him. The "good" son said he would work for his father, but didn't follow through. He sought his own pleasure, contrary to his father's will. Now who was really the good son? Both sons disobeyed their father - but one repented and then did what the father told him. Jesus makes his point clear - Good intentions are not enough. And promises don't count unless they are performed.

3 Hospitality Sunday Coffee & Donuts - This Sunday! Serving up warm hospitality! Join us in the Food Court from 8:00am to 11:00am - for some hot coffee and donuts. Take this opportunity to greet visitors, new parishioners and visit with your family and friends. Everyone is welcome! Pauline Book Fair The Daughters of St. Paul, Catholic sisters who are missioned at the Pauline Book & Media Center at 1143 Bishop St., Honolulu, HI, will hold a book fair Sunday, September 24 th after all the Sunday Masses in the porte cochère. The sisters will have a selection of religious books, music CDs, DVDs and religious articles. The selection will include Bibles, lives of the saints, prayer books, and reading materials for all ages. This will be a good opportunity to obtain spiritual materials, for yourself and your family, to deepen your knowledge of the Catholic faith. If you have any special requests, please call the Pauline Book & Media Center at Thank you for your generosity & love! We are blessed to have such beautiful & generous hearts here at St. Ann Church! We raised about $1,200 that will be a tremendous help in feeding the many individuals and families throughout Hawaii and in our community. Mahalo for the many donations that were given to support the Hawaii Foodbank s Hunger Walk this past Saturday and also for helping support our own, St. Ann Project Share!

4 TEACHER AIDE AND EXTENDED DAY POSITIONS FOR SCHOOL YEAR St. Ann School and Early Learning Center have various positions available for the school year. We are seeking warm, nurturing, caring, dedicated and responsible individuals with excellent communication skills and the ability to work cooperatively in an open classroom environment, and as part of a team. Salaries are based on degree and years of experience. School Extended Care Supervisor Part-Time Early Learning Center Teacher s Aide - 3yr old Full-Time For more information and an application, please visit the diocese website catholichawaii.org/about-us/careers/ or call ext.102 for school positions or call ext. 130 for Early Learning Center positions, M F, 7:00am to 3:30pm. Applications are still being accepted For 2, 3 and 4 year olds and Kindergarten For School Year St. Ann Early Learning Center Call us for more information: Early Learning Center (Ages 2-4 and Kindergarten) , ext. 130 Check us out at Last weekend to sign up! Registration for Religious Education St. Ann offers Religious Education & Youth Ministry classes for children and teens, for grades Pre-K (3-4 yrs.) thru High School Confirmation Class. The last day to register is Sunday, September 24 th. Our program began on Sunday, August 27 th. Both new and returning families must register to attend classes. On-line registration is now available on our website at For more information and/or registration, please call St. Ann s RE/YM at , ext Seekers Invited Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) and Adult Confirmation If you or someone you know: is thinking about becoming Catholic or want to be confirmed or receive First Communion To learn more, get in touch with the Welcome Committee, at or huber001@hawaii.rr,com Bring a Friend No Obligation No Fees No Pressure

5 St. Ann Church Cub Scouts Join St. Ann Church Cub Scout Pack 113! Your son's individual development and leadership learning becomes a family night for all! We generally meet at the Parish Center on Friday nights at 7pm. New scouters are welcome Kindergarten through 5 th grade. We are also in need of anyone looking to volunteer to lead our Pack and other volunteer leaders. You may contact Teri Lynn Sato at or Terisato@hotmail.com for more information! MAHALO NUI LOA to all our church cleaners and flower ministers. Wishing you many blessings and thank you for your dedication to St. Ann Church. Saturday, September 16, 2017 Cleaners: Tara Anuskewicz, Billie Corpuz, Abby Farm, Nancy Fukushima, Sam Granadosin, June Hashimoto, Danette & Sean Hiura, Peggy Hung-Tsoi, Angela Jocson, Margaret Johnson, John & Betty Kaniaupio, Alyson Kau, Frank & Carmen Kiyabu, Flo Lilio, Kim McDaniel, Bernadette Mesina, Carlee Pascua, Margie Pedrina, John Quisano, Bill & Arlene Rodenhurst, Gary Sakamoto, Ernie Tumacder and Bev & Patrick Yearian Flowers: Arrangement by: Vernon & Charlene Gomes Flower donations by: Vernon & Charlene Gomes and St. Ann Gardens FINANCIAL PROFILE FOR WEEK September 17, 2017 Gift-wrap your Sunday donation by using the church numbered envelopes. For more information, please call the Business Office at , ext. 124 Regular Collection $14, Children s Weekly $59.75 TOTAL COLLECTION $14,807.00

6 Christmas Festival 2017 Calling Crafters and Friends Did you know St. Ann Church has a crafter s group? It s a way to meet fellow parishioners for some fellowship and fun. They create craft items to be sold at the St. Ann Christmas Festival in December. There are two weekly Crafting Sessions: 1) Wednesday Morning - 9:00am to 12:00pm Residence of Rodney & Deanna Carreira Hoauna Street Kaneohe Phone No (Carreira Residence) 2) Thursday Evening - 6:00pm to 9:00pm St. Ann Parish Center Haiku Road Kaneohe Phone No (Daniel Pires) Everyone is welcome to attend these sessions. St. Ann Christmas Festival Saturday, December 2, :00am to 2:00pm Baked Goods, Country Store, Entertainment, Hey Mr. Postman, International Cuisine, Keikiland, Mrs. Santa (arts and crafts), Plants, Quilts, Something Good, Winter Greens, and, of course, MALASSADAS Remember that the success of this event requires volunteers and donations. Together we can make a difference. The proceeds will go toward the education of the children of this community in Christian values. Hey Mr. Postman is Back! The surprise packages for the Hey Mr. Postman booth have begun to arrive. Here are a few of the place that our packages have come from: Tallium, Estonia; Half Moon Bay, California; Memphis, Tennessee; San Diego, California; Olympia, Washington; Honolulu and Kahului, Hawaii; Davenport, Florida. These arrivals are just the beginning of more packages to come. Are you traveling before the festival? How about sending a package back to the rectory. Did you forget to send a letter to your family or your friends? It s not to late. Don t forget to come and visit the Hey Mr. Postman booth at the Christmas Festival. St. Ann Church Hey Mr. Postman Haiku Road Kaneohe, Hawaii Letter available in vestibule.