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12-05-2021--  Hello Friends, In this second week of Advent, we hear from the Prophet Baruch.  In the fifth chapter of Baruch, we hear a message of consolation, that eventually Jerusalem will enter “the splendor of glory from God forever.” The ancient people are called to live according to the will of God, if they do, they will find lasting peace.  St. Paul in the first chapter of Philippians teaches each of us, “true friendship extends into eternity.”  Indeed, if we live according to God’s will for us, we will find true friendships that will carry us beyond this life, to the heavenly banquet.

11-28-2021-- First Sunday of Advent The prayerful beauty of Advent Saint Gregory of Nazianzen, bishop, marvels on the Incarnation of Christ, saying, “Christ, the light of all lights, follows [St. John the Baptist], the lamp that goes before him. The Word of God [Jesus] follows the voice in the wilderness.”

November 21 -- The Solemnity of our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe   Dear Friends, Jesus shows us His identity as King and then goes further and defines what it “means to be a King.” He is the humble servant, who came to serve rather than be served. He is the good shepherd, who with the 99 “goes after the one” who is lost.  

November 14--Dear Friends, For this 33rd Week in Ordinary Time, our Lord Jesus draws from the book of the Prophet Daniel, describing the final tribulation. Yet even during the “final tribulation” we can “hold on” to the assurances of God’s mercy. So, most importantly, we are called to live in HOPE not fear.

November 7 -- 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time   We hear for the 32nd Sunday, that the Lord provides for Elijah’s needs as the widow of Zarephath share with him, from what she has. We then see her generosity mirrored in the story of the widow in the temple who from her poverty gives.  We know, Jesus became poor for each of us, and He shared His earthly life with the poor 2,000 years ago.

October 31--Dear Friends,   We hear the scribe “quizzing” Jesus and by the end of the conversation, it’s documented that the scribe “takes to heart” our Lord Jesus’ words, “not far from the kingdom of God.” The scribe had an encounter with Jesus, who was in His midst and became his neighbor.

Dear Friends, Bartimaeus, in the tenth chapter of Mark’s Gospel, asks for healing in order that he may see. It is then documented that Jesus then heals Bartimaeus from being blind. Many in our world today, seem to have “lost sight” of their deepest need; that is a relationship with Jesus. St. Josemaria Escriva, teaches us this: “We are challenged to meditate slowly on the events preceding the miracle, which will help us to recognize the ‘world of difference that is between the merciful Heart of Jesus and our own poor hearts!’

October 17 -- Brothers and Sisters – Jesus shows us, that “true greatness” consists in “self-sacrifice” that is, in laying down our own “wants” and “desires” in order to help “build-up” the kingdom of God. Jesus in the tenth chapter of St. Mark’s Gospel, defines “self-sacrifice” as this, “whoever wishes to be great among you will be your servant; whoever wishes to be first among you will be the servant of all.

October 10 -- Dear Friends, This 28th Week in Ordinary Time, we are called to consider the “spirit of wisdom.” Scripture Scholars teach us, that the “spirit of wisdom” is a great gift because it allows us “to see all of reality with perfect clarity.” Sadly, we can see, that is what the rich young man is lacking. (The “spirit of wisdom.”) Before this young man, stood his “greatest treasure” Jesus, who was looking at him with great love.

You are invited to Our Lady of the Lakes Oktoberfest TOMORROW

Week of Tours: October 17th-22nd Information Night: Wednesday, Oct. 20th from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. This evening is open to all 7th- and 8th-grade families. Registration is required.

October 3 -- We are called to reflect on the gift of child like faith. “Childlike faith is often described as a faith that does not doubt, question, or seek explanations; it just believes.” St. Thérèse of Lisieux is probably one of the best “examples” of childlike faith. St. Thérèse was devoted to Eucharistic adoration and on 26 February 1895, shortly before she died, it is said that she wrote from memory her poetic masterpiece "To Live by Love" which she had composed during Eucharistic adoration.

On Saturday, October 16th, our Family of Parishes "Mercy in Action" will take place at St. Daniels Church beginning at 8:30am until Noon. Each ministry, both here at St. Anne and other Church members within our Family of Parishes, have decided on a special event to assist with organizations we have worked with in the past and that are dear to us.

October 03, 2021 28th Week in Ordinary Time Dear Friends, This 28th Week in Ordinary Time, we are called to consider the “spirit of wisdom.”  Scripture Scholars teach us, that the “spirit of wisdom” is a great gift because it allows us “to see all of reality with perfect clarity.” Sadly, we can see, that is what the rich young man is lacking. 

The main Parish Office will be closed as of Friday, October 1 - Wednesday, October 6 for installation of new carpet.

September 26 -- Friends, we hear from both Joshua’s ministry and our Lord Jesus’ ministry that God uses the “least likely” people to be an instrument of grace. From this, the “least likely” instruments of the Lord help to point us back to the TRUTH of the Lord. Consider, St. Juan Diego, just 2400 miles South of us, a simple farmer, who through many trials in the 1530’s in Mexico brings about through our Lady’s help, the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Jesus will, with what the “world views” as the “least likely people” point us in a direction that is CLOSER to Him. Often children can do that for us. Consider a tender-hearted child, who encourages us to go to church or to pray for a sick loved one, etc. The Lord is using the “least likely” to show us, He is in our midst. Brothers and Sisters – Jesus is calling each of us!  He is calling each of us into an encounter, a life-giving encounter and for many of us this encounter will begin with someone society might call the “least likely person.”

September 26, 2021   Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time   Friends, we hear from both Joshua’s ministry and our Lord Jesus’ ministry that God uses the “least likely” people to be an instrument of grace. From this, the “least likely” instruments of the Lord help to point us back to the TRUTH of the Lord. Consider, St. Juan Diego, just 2400 miles South of us, a simple farmer, who through many trials in the 1530’s in Mexico brings about through our Lady’s help, the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

September 19 -- 25th week in Ordinary Time Dear Friends, We hear a warning in scripture this week regarding “jealousy” and “selfish ambition” can be so very hurtful to others. With this, we hear Jesus’ revelation that He will be handed over and will day down His life.  From this, we then hear the disciple’s squabble amongst themselves about “who was the greatest.”  Jesus from this squabble asks the question, “where do these conflicts among you come from?” He provides them then the answer, its the passion of coveting and jealousy.

September 12 -- Dear Friends,   Before breaking open a small reflection on Sacred Scripture for the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time. I know many will sadly remember that Saturday, September 11, is the 20th anniversary of one of the darkest times in our nation’s history. I was working as a young college graduate in training, for General Motors, in Pre-Production Operations that day. I will never forget at about 8:10 am in a small conference at South Boulevard and Woodward, a veteran, who was now a GM Plant Superintendent, turning to me and saying, “we are under attack.” At this time, it would be good to remember in our prayers, to thank God for so many who have bravely served as first responders and for our armed forces who fought for our nation and sacrificed so much.

Sept. 23-26 -- A Discernment Weekend is a unique experience for men (ages 18-55) who feel a call to the priesthood. Spending four days living at the seminary provides them with a first-hand opportunity to see what it’s like from the inside and to discern with like-minded men. If you know any men who are interested and would like more information, please contact us. Those interested must have a meeting with Fr. Craig Giera, Director of Priestly Vocations, before they are allowed to register.