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

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To seek, trust and glorify God through humble service and continual prayer. To raise up devoted disciples. October 29, 2017 St. Ann Church & Model Schools 46-129 Haiku Road Kaneohe, Hawaii www.

As our bodies and minds resign themselves to the inevitable cessation of life, our church calendar brings forth a somber celebration to fit our temperament these increasingly darkened days.

1 To seek, trust and glorify God through humble service and continual prayer. To raise up devoted disciples. October 29, 2017 St. Ann Church & Model Schools Haiku Road Kaneohe, Hawaii All Saints Day November 1 All Souls Day November 2 On November 2 nd the Church celebrates the Commemoration of All Souls. As our bodies and minds resign themselves to the inevitable cessation of life, our church calendar brings forth a somber celebration to fit our temperament these increasingly darkened days. The Commemoration of All Souls comes almost as an afterthought to the Solemnity of All Saints. Having commemorated all the blessed who enjoy the face of God in their death, we turn our thoughts to the other souls who await the fullness of God s glory. The sequence of these two celebrations implies a belief that those who have lived lives of holiness enjoy God s presence and can intercede for us before the throne of God. The celebrations also imply that others, having lived more sinful lives, still await that glory. These are the dead we remember every November 2 nd, members of our families, friends, the lonely and forgotten, and others who have touched our lives. On this day we pray that God will have mercy on them and grant them the vision of blessedness for which they longed. The liturgy for this day still offers three Masses. When the Church created this commemoration in the middle ages, it became so popular that priests received the unusual permission to celebrate three Masses that day. The permission remains, as do the separate texts for the Masses, even though not every parish takes advantage of the permission. The readings come from the collection of texts we use for funerals. When the Church gathers for prayer on November 2 nd we still remember the faithful departed, even when it falls on a Sunday. Those who assisted us in life receive assistance from us in their death. This commemoration celebrates our union with the church in every place and beyond all time. Resource Publications, Inc., Paul Turner, Cameron, Mo Congregation of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary

Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time You shall love your neighbor as yourself. Today s Reflection: The Pharisees ask Jesus which commandment is the greatest.

2 Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time You shall love your neighbor as yourself. Today s Reflection: The Pharisees ask Jesus which commandment is the greatest. He succinctly responds, You shall love the Lord, your God, with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind. You shall love your neighbor as yourself. The key is loving wholeheartedly. When we put God first, we will become good, grateful and giving people. When we love others as ourselves, God will transform our relationships so nothing will separate or divide us. How will you love God today with all your heart and love your neighbor as yourself? Next Sunday s Readings - November 5, Thirty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time Malachi 1:14b-2:2b, Thessalonians 2:7b-9, 13 Matthew 23:1-12 Meditation: Who doesn't desire the praise and respect of others? We want others to see us at our best with all of our strengths and achievements - rather than at our worst with all of our faults and shortcomings. God sees us as we truly are - sinners and beggars always in need of his mercy, help, and guidance. Misguided zeal and pride Jesus warned the scribes and Pharisees, the teachers and rulers of Israel, to teach and serve their people with humility and sincerity rather than with pride and self-seeking privileges and honor. They went to great lengths to draw attention to their religious status and practices. In a way they wanted to be good models of observant Jews. "See how well we observe all the ritual rules and regulations of our religion!" In their misguided zeal for religion they sought recognition and honor for themselves rather than for God. They made the practice of their faith a burden rather than a joy for the people they were supposed to serve. True respect for God inclines us to humble ourselves and to submit to his wisdom and guidance. We cannot be taught by God unless we first learn to listen to his word and then obey his instruction.

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.

Ann s parishioners, family and friends to join us at our annual Memorial Mass, as we remember those who have gone to their rest.

Eucharist Adoration First Friday, November 3, 2017 Adoration is an act of love for God. It is a quiet reflective time of personal prayer before the Blessed Sacrament.

6:00pm to 7:00pm please join us for holy hour. St. Ann Parish welcomes our newly baptized.

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! All Souls Day Memorial Mass We invite all St. Ann s parishioners, family and friends to join us at our annual Memorial Mass, as we remember those who have gone to their rest. Date: Thursday, November 2 nd Time: 7:00pm The Bereavement Ministry will host refreshments in the porte-cochere following Mass. Eucharist Adoration First Friday, November 3, 2017 Adoration is an act of love for God. It is a quiet reflective time of personal prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. It is an act of reparation and intercession for the needs of the community, the Church and the world. Adoration is from 7:00am to 7:00pm in the Queen of Peace Chapel. 6:00pm to 7:00pm please join us for holy hour. St. Ann Parish welcomes our newly baptized. May the light of God surround them, the love of God enfold them, the power of God protect them and the presence of God watch over them. CONGRATULATIONS! Ethan Hua Makayla Murillo Makenzie Murillo Jackson Parel Chicken Sale Our Knights of Columbus are selling chicken halves after all masses this weekend to support the Pregnancy Problem Center, protecting babies in the womb, saving human life. Pick Up on Saturday, November 4 th. Prices are $7.00 for one half and the better value, 4 halves for $25.00 Remember, this fund raiser is SAVING HUMAN BABIES! Checks should be made out to: KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS. Mahalo and God bless you for your support either by purchase or donations. St. Ann K of C Council 14620

2017 Adult Christmas Choir Lend your voice and be a part of this year s Christmas choir at St. Ann.

Job 19:7 Behold, I cry out, Violence but I am not answered; I call for help, but there is no justice. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Notice that it says awareness month.

Victims and perpetrators are members of our Church, the Body of Christ!

Centers for Disease Control, 25% of our men are or also have been victims.

Additional information on how you might assist people in this situation can also be found at the diocesan website www.catholichawaii.

4 2017 Adult Christmas Choir Lend your voice and be a part of this year s Christmas choir at St. Ann. Rehearsals will be in the church from 7:15pm 9:00pm Tuesdays: OCT 31 / NOV 7, 14, 21, 28 / DEC 5 and Mondays: DEC 11, 18 For more details, please call the rectory at , ext Job 19:7 Behold, I cry out, Violence but I am not answered; I call for help, but there is no justice. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Notice that it says awareness month. Our community, our Church, our clergy and parish leaders, we all need to grow to more quickly recognize that there are victims of domestic violence close by - in our circles of influence. Victims and perpetrators are members of our Church, the Body of Christ! The World Health Organization in 2013 reported that 35 percent of women around the globe have experienced sexual or physical abuse. And according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, 25% of our men are or also have been victims. If you are a victim or a perpetrator, or if you know someone in a situation of domestic violence, please call the 24/7 Domestic Violence Hotline at SAFE (7233). Additional information on how you might assist people in this situation can also be found at the diocesan website Psalm 10:17 O LORD, you hear the desire of the afflicted; you will strengthen their heart; you will incline your ear to do justice to the fatherless and the oppressed, so that man who is of the earth may strike terror no more. Assisted suicide is known by several names including death dignity and compassionate care. Yet there are spiritual, medical and legal reasons to say no to assisted suicide. Learn about the position of the Catholic Church from Deacon Walter Yoshimitsu. And hear about alternatives for the people of Hawai`i from former legislator, Marcus Oshiro and Dr. Craig Nakatsuka, HPACC spokesman. Join the St. Ann Parish Adult Faith Formation team & Hawai`i Family Forum for this informative evening. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9, :00 9:00PM Light refreshments served prior to the program

Today is Commitment Sunday Today all parish families are asked to bring their Commitment Card to Mass. During Mass, as a parish community, we offer God our gifts of time, talent and treasure.

May God bless you as you make your commitments. Join the Knights of Columbus-Council 14620 Our Knights of Columbus-Council 14620 is conducting a membership drive throughout the month of October.

If you are a male parishioner, 18 years or older, seeking an outlet where you can give back to your parish and community at large, please consider the Knights of Columbus. Visit www.

Wishing you many blessings and thank you for your dedication to St. Ann Church.

5 Today is Commitment Sunday Today all parish families are asked to bring their Commitment Card to Mass. During Mass, as a parish community, we offer God our gifts of time, talent and treasure. Our goal is to be a Stewardship Parish - a community who is noticeably committed to prayer, parish ministry and generous financial support. All three are equally important. May God bless you as you make your commitments. Join the Knights of Columbus-Council Our Knights of Columbus-Council is conducting a membership drive throughout the month of October. Those interested in learning more about the Knights may pick a variety of flyers and pamphlets from the credenza located in the vestibule. If you are a male parishioner, 18 years or older, seeking an outlet where you can give back to your parish and community at large, please consider the Knights of Columbus. Visit or contact our Membership Director, Ryan Brown, at ryan@adragency.com or via phone at 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, October 21, 2017 Cleaners: Billie Corpuz, Michael Del Rosario, Brenda Duarte, Herb & Abby Farm, Nancy Fukushima, Ligaya Guzman, June Hashimoto, Linda Heu, Peggy Hung-Tsoi, Margaret Johnson, John & Betty Kaniaupio, Dawn Kaniaupio, Alyson Kau-Toyama, Frank & Carmen Kiyabu, Flo Lilio, Kim McDaniel, Bernadette Mesina, Margie Pedrina, John Quisano, Bill Rodenhurst, Gary Sakamoto, Ernie Tumacder, Carl Wild and Patrick & Bev Yearian Flowers: Arrangement by: Billie Corpuz, Nancy Fukushima, Robb Guru and Bernadette Mesina Flower donations by: Robb Guro and St. Ann Garden FINANCIAL PROFILE FOR WEEK October 22, 2017 Regular Collection $13, World Mission Sunday $1, Gift-wrap your Sunday donation by using the church numbered envelopes. For more information, please call the Business Office at , ext. 124 Children s Weekly TOTAL COLLECTION $52.00 $15,484.08

Christmas Festival 2017 St. Ann Christmas Festival Saturday, December 2, 2017 9:00am to 2:00pm Baked Goods, Country Store, Entertainment, Hey Mr. Postman, International Cuisine, Keikiland, Mrs.

Together we can make a difference. The proceeds will go toward the education of the children of this community in Christian values. Calling Crafters and Friends Did you know St.

There are two weekly Crafting Sessions: 1) Wednesday Morning - 9:00am to 12:00pm Residence of Rodney & Deanna Carreira 45-280 Hoauna Street Kaneohe Phone No.

6 Christmas Festival 2017 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. 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. 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: Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona, Tallium, Estonia; Half Moon Bay, California; San Diego, California; Davenport, Florida; Honolulu and Kahului, Hawaii; Ireland; Las Vegas, Nevada; Nigeria; Scotland; Memphis, Tennessee; Olympia and Port Orchard, Washington. 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.

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

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 46-129 Haiku Road Kaneohe, Hawaii www.saintannhawaii.org