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Sacrament of Baptism

Celebrated on the 3^rd Sunday of each month. Please get in touch with the office 2 months in advance. Godparent must be a practicing Catholic (eligible to receive the sacraments) Non Catholics of a Christian denomination act as sponsor only.*

Sacrament of Marriage

Arrangements must be made with the Pastor six months in advance. Couples must attend Pre-Cana or Marriage Preparation Classes, sponsored by the Diocese before Marriage.

*(Please note that pamphlets listing the detailed requirements for the sacraments are available in the back of the church).

Sick Calls

Please inform the Church Office of any shut-in who would like a visit that will be scheduled by the Pastor or a Eucharistic Minister.

New Parishioners

Permanent residents as well as summer residents are welcome. All are welcome! All are encouraged to register. Please use the form provided on the table in the back of church. You may drop it in the collection basket when completed. Provided information will be used exclusively for parish records and mailings, which will help you keep informed about St. Ann's parish. Envelopes are available for those who request them. Contribution statements are automatically generated in January for the prior year. Separate statements are available for larger donations.

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Mass Schedule at St. Ann of the Dunes

TWENTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Saturday August 28, 2010 - 6:00 PM
Intention: In memory of Margaret Young from friends

Sunday, August 29, 2010 - 8:00 AM
Intention: In memory of Rev. Anthony Puchenski from our St. Ann Parish

Sunday August 29, 2010 - 10:00 AM
Intention: For the repose of the soul of Melissa Shaver from Carol Kilrea

Friday, September 3, 2010 - 8:00 AM - First Friday -
Intention: In Memory of Vydas Kasniunas from wife Eva and Family

TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Saturday September 4, 2010 - 6:00 PM
Intention: For the People of St. Ann

Sunday, September 5, 2010 - 8:00 AM
Intention: In memory of George Amber from son Doug Amber

Sunday September 5, 2010 - 10:00 AM
Intention: Terese Mildazis on 30th anniversary of her death, from daughter Ausra Zarins

TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Saturday September 11, 2010 - 6:00 PM
Intention: Adolf & Maria Dziewa from family

Sunday, September 12, 2010 - 8:00 AM
Intention: Memory of Robert Kyts from Wife Dr. Jadwiga Roguska-Kyts

Sunday September 12, 2010 - 10:00 AM
Intention: In Memory of Felicia Smigiel from Husband Felix and Family

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Eucharistic Ministers

(Please consult your Schedule)

Lectors

(Please consult you Schedule)

Altar Servers

(Please consult your Schedule)

Hospitality

HOSPITALITY

Treats after Sunday Mass are a St. Ann's tradition that everyone enjoys. It is an opportunity to visit with old friends and meet new ones. Our thanks to the families who provide the treats. Ruthie Palonis, Louis Falat and Winfred Poole have been assuming the responsibility of coordinating and organizing the treats every single Sunday of the year. Since our Parish has increased in number it seems to be unfair for the same people to carry the burden of responsibility year-round. We are looking for at least three other person/families that would be willing to share this responsibility on a rotation basis. If you are interested please get in touch with Fr. John personally. Thanks!

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We are always in need of additional volunteers to secure our treats. Please consult the list on the
bulletin board. Many Thanks !!!

Our sincerest thanks to all our hospitality "hosts" and "hostesses".
We appreciate the sharing of your talents with st. Ann's parish community and your
dedication to maintain a welcoming atmosphere. God Bless you!

PRAY FOR OUR MILITARY SERVICE MEN & WOMEN

St. Ann is honored to have members serving in both the Armed Services and the Peace Corps. As a community of Christ's people, we at St. Ann's honor their service and salute their dedication by offering prayers for their safety and welfare.
AWFAN Christopher J. Murphy, grandson of Carol Dickerman, is stationed at NAS Jacksonville.
Lieutenant Sean Stiller, son of Mike and Aileen Turner, is in the U.S. Army.
Leonas Firme is Seaman First Class in the US Navy. He is the son of Ted and Agle Firme and the grandson of Ellen Firme.
CPL Derek Grieger, a United States Marine, returned from Iraq in November after his second tour. Derek and his family (including 2nd son Cory James born in December) are in North Carolina and he re-upped for 4 more years. He is the grandson of Sandra Grieger.
Air Force Staff Sergeant Tommy Moore (son-in-law of Chuck and Cathy Seely) has been promoted and accepted into the Air Force's Recruiter Training program, which he will attend this spring. He is currently stationed at Vance AFB in Oklahoma.
Major James S. Pluta is the son of James and Sandy Pluta.
Lieutenant Stanley Kersys, son of Laima Novickas, has returned safely from Afghanistan.
Vilius Baciauskas has completed his basic training at Great Lakes. He is now stationed at the Naval Aviation Technical Training Center AC (Air Traffic Controller School) in Pensacola, FL.
Please remember all members of the U.S. military in your prayers.
Please keep us informed as to changes for this column. Put the name, rank and branch of the military on a card and deposit it in the collection basket or call Carol Dickerman at 872-4992 with the information.

WELCOME TO ST. ANN OF THE DUNES!

If you are new to our church or just visiting, please stop and introduce yourself. We are pleased to have you share in this celebration of the Eucharist. If you do not have a church home, or your church is not a home to you, we invite you to become part of our parish family. Our church is open to anyone looking for a spiritual home or a summer church home. Parish Registration Forms are at the back of church. Our ushers will be happy to give you one. We are glad you are here and hope you will join us!

ST. ANN'S WELCOMES YOU AND INVITES YOU TO PARTICIPATE!

There are many opportunities to participate in parish life at St. Ann's. And there are many reasons to volunteer. Make new friends. Answer a need. Show you care. Take pride in giving. Enjoy a new experience. Feel good about giving and sharing your talents and gifts. Be part of the solution. Be a positive influence. Add meaning to your day. Delight in your efforts. Build a stronger community. Have fun. Put your skills to work. Deepen your sense of belonging. Keep active. Enrich your life. Get closer to God. Be a worker in the Kingdom of Christ.

PARKING LOT SAFETY 2010.. Because of a few occurance of car breaking and stolen purses or personal items we strongly encourage our parishioners and visitors not to be overtaken by the apparent peace and serenity of our Beverly Shores enclave. Many parishioners leave their purses and other valuables in their cars. Many cars are left unlocked as well during Mass. Unfortunately events such as these become a rude awakening, and force us to be on our guards even in and around St. Ann's. Please lock your cars, and do not leave any valuables inside. Even left out of site they become rewarding trophies to a petty thief who may be siting in his car watching you as you leave your car. Should you notice a suspicious vehicle parked in or around the church parking lot do not hesitate to notify the Sherrif's Police. As the Sherif told us: a vehicle which seems to be out of place is often time out of place...

ST. ANN'S LIBRARY

"Spiritual reading," said Mother Theresa, "helps us cultivate the gift of prayer." With the help of Win Poole, retired Chicago University librarian and a volunteer at the Michigan City library, our Religious Education Committee established a lending library. We could use more books. If you have inspirational, insightful books you have enjoyed and would like to share, please drop them off at the parish office. Our committee will gladly process them and make them available to our parish family in the near future. Books are now availlable for "check-out". Some are on display in back of the church, the rest are in the office. If you find something of interest, just sign the card and drop in the index box -- and happy reading !

GARDEN CLUB EVERY SATURDAY Remember St. Ann's Garden Club meets every Saturday at 9 am. Helping hands are always needed. Come and help with the gardens, disposable time, joyful spirit, and willing hands are all you need, but gardening gloves are recommended… Please join us!

MASS REQUESTS:

Everyone is welcome to request Masses at St. Ann's. Contrary to what someone recently mentioned to me, One does not have to be a parishioner nor does the intention have to be for a parishioner. To make the process easier Mass Request envelopes are available for this purpose in the back of the church or can be requested from an usher. Please fill all the info as requested keeping in mind that your choice of a date will be honored on a first come first served basis, thus your request for a specific date will be honored only if no other intention has been scheduled prior to your request and the next available Saturday, Sunday or week day will be assigned. Mass Intentions are always published two weeks in advance in the bulletin and are usually accessible on our parish web-site.

NEWS FROM THE DIOCESE...

Spiritual Life Center

The Spiritual Life Center! sponsored by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Gary, offers a quiet space to nurture the spirit in Christ. The Center is a place where people, caught in the challenge of contemporary life, can find solitude, reflection, dialogue and companionship. The Center brings opportunities for spiritual growth by providing an affordable full service retreat building featuring a full kitchen, bedrooms, separa1e men and ladies showers and toilets, one large chapel, two small chapels, mediation room and two living rooms. We have a dinning room, conference room, and a snack room, Meals can also be provided upon request. Spiritual Life
Center accommodates different group needs. The center is open for groups who are interested in just a few hours. 8 hour, 12 hour, 24 hour or weekend retreats. For more information, please call 932-8321.

MARRIAGE PREPARATION COURSE 2010

This course is to be completed in a minimum of 3 to 6 months before your wedding. Advanced registration required at least 6 weeks prior to program date. Contact Catholic Charities, Marriage & Family Life Ministry 219-663-8417, ext. 331. The next class will be held Sept. 25 at Ss. Peter & Paul in Merrillville. The one-day program 9:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. Cost for program: $95.00 per couple

NEWS FROM OUR NEIGHBORS

St. Stanislaus Kostska Parish

St. Stanislaus Kostska Parish, 1506 Washington St., Michigan City, will be having a Chicken Dinner August 8th from 12:00 PM - 2: PM in their Church Hall. Cost is $9 for adults and $5 for children. There will be music and dancing from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM with music being provided by "WIL SMAKA'S MUSICONNECTION"

St. Margaret Mercy Health Center

St. Margaret Mercy Health Center, Hammond, Spiritual Care Department is sponsoring a presentation focusing on the theme "I am so busy with family, work and much minutia that I have very little time, if any, for God". How do I juggle it all? It will be held on Saturday, August 14th from 9:30 AM -12:30 PM. Luncheon cost is $7. For more information or reservations, call (219) 932-2300 Ext.34275.

PARISH NEWS & EVENTS...

60th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

Our parish will celebrate its 60th anniversary this summer. Bishop Dale J. Melczek will celebrate Mass on Sunday, July 25 at 10:00 A.M. The new statue of St. Ann's and the cross over our church will be blessed on this occasion. Our Sunday choir, the Lithuanian choir and the children's choir will sing. A reception will be held on the church grounds for all past and present parishioners and friends of St. Ann's. Please invite your friends who are former parishioners.
Everyone is asked to participate in the celebration. Please volunteer to bring appetizers or desserts. Children are asked to sign-up for the children's choir. We also need volunteers to erect tents and take them down.

BOOK EXTRAVAGANZA

Next weekend, August 14th and 15th, St. Ann's is having its second annual Schlickman's book extravaganza to benefit our Haiti Mission Fund. This is how it works----you choose a book, from over 100 available, on a wide range of subjects. When you have made your selection, just give a
donation that you think is fair. Our parishioner, Chris Cattani, is scheduling her next trip to Haiti sometime in the fall and will take the proceeds with her to help with the continuing needs.

OKTOBERFEST 2010

Annual Oktoberfest - September 26, 2010. This year's Annual Oktoberfest is chaired by Mary Lou Marshall. If you have any great suggestions or ideas, and if you are willing to help with their implementation, please get in touch with her, Lets make this day memorable in the spirit of St. Ann's family spirit!

BAUBLES BANGLES BAGS

Vintage jewelry (Grammy's), classy costume and evening bags plus any "classic" bags (Coach ect.) are all needed for our upcoming jewelry sale. Search those jewelry boxes, talk to your friends and relatives and bring us your goodies. You can give them to Jim or Camille after the 6 P.M. Saturday Masses, Donna or Jene after the 8 A.M. Sunday Masses or Ruthie, Jan K, or Lu after the 10 A.M. Sunday Masses. You can also drop them off at the church office during office hours or leave a message on the church office line to arrange for a convenient drop off time.
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

NEW PARISH FACILITIES MANAGER

In the name of our St. Ann's Parish Community, and my own, I would like to express our words of thanks and appreciation to Marilyn and Mike Grantner for serving as interim "Facility Managers". Mike's expertise and professionalism led to the beautiful and functional kitchen and meeting room facility we now can all enjoy. Our thanks to Marilyn who spent many hours planning, sorting, and orchestrating the difficult transition during the construction period. I am pleased to announce that Elizabeth Thomas volunteered to become our permanent facility manager effective July 1st, 2010. Elizabeth will carry on the responsibility of planning, supervising, and scheduling all non-sacramental activities related to the use of our church facility. Marilyn has agreed to help her during the initial period. I thank Elizabeth for undertaking this challenging job, and I am confident that her youthful enthusiasm will find great support amongst our well wishing parishioners.
I am still looking for two or three individuals or families who would be willing to share the weekly responsibility of "treat coordinators" on a rotation basis. If you feel that you have the necessary "people skill", and some disposable time to serve your parish, please feel free to get in touch with me.
Thanks to all, and God Bless!
Fr. John

THANK YOU

Chris McGue, member of Boys Scouts Troop 998 from Chesterton is now in the process of applying for Eagle Scout rank with the National Boy Scout Council. The highest rank in Boy Scouts is Eagle. In order to reach this rank the candidate must complete all the required merit badges and also complete a service project for the good of the community. The scout is required to plan, organize, and raise funds for the project. After talking with Fr. John, Chris took on the project of clearing some of St. Ann's property. After three months of planning, the project took place on May 22nd and with the help of 48 volunteers (fellow Boy Scouts, high school swim team members, friends and relatives) and 8 hours of hard work the project of clearing the wooded area behind the shrine was completed.
Many thanks to Chris and his parents Brian and Sue McGue for the great job!!

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!

I wish to express my gratitude to all those who worked on the 60th anniversary celebration. The committee who planned the event worked many hours to make the day a success. The liturgy, food and fellowship, like the weather, were perfect. The presence of our Lithuanian community, especially our Lithuanian choir, highlighted our unique diversity and enriched the day.
Thank you and God Bless You
Fr. John

PARISH COUNCIL NEWS

September will mark the end of the Pastoral Council Members who were selected for 3 year terms. These members are Danielle O'Reilly, Kristine Stelzner, Chuck Parkinson, and Dennis Wolter. To preserve the integrity and the continuity of our Pastoral Council we have to begin the process of nomination and selection of four new members who will serve our parish for a period of 3 years. "Nomination Forms" are made available in the back of the church and every parishioner is welcome to nominate either themselves or someone else. Conditions and rules are available in the back of the church as well. During the period of nomination and selection parishioners are encouraged to say the prayer printed below.

PARISH LIFE COMMISSION

SPIRITUALITY AND WORSHIP COMMISSION

STEWARDSHIP COMMISSION

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION COMMISSION

PEACE AND SOCIAL JUSTICE COMMISSION

NEW CROSS

The new cross over the front of our church is the gift of very generous benefactors of St. Ann of the Dunes. The placing of the new cross makes this a very special Easter for us.

This cross has been donated in honor of Znenus and Ona Puzinauskas, the parents of Dalia Wendt. It is a gift of William and Dalia Wendt and Geoffrey and Nadia Wendt. The Puzinauskas lived in Beverly Shores in the home now occupied by Geoffrey and Nadia Wendt. William Wendt is the President of Midwest Metal Products.

About 40 years ago, plans were made to remodel and enlarge our church. Architect Erdivilas (Ed) Masiulis designed two wings, north and south. His plans also placed the altar immediately in front of large windows facing a dune to the south. The north wing was made the entrance to the church. This large stainless steel cross was part of the original Masiulis' design.

We are most grateful to the Wendt family and deeply appreciate your generous gift. Father John and our parish community extend our thanks to them for their generosity.

NEW SHRINE

OUR RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM

St. Ann's Religious Education Program for children and youth supports parents in their role as the first and most effective teachers of their children. Our focus is on forming faith, not just teaching religion and it encompasses Sacramental Preparation and Faith Formation for children and youth.
The 2010-11 Religious Education classes for school age children, grades 1-8 meet in the church at 9:00 A.M.

The 2010 - 11 classes will be taught by a group of very dedicated and faith-filled volunteer catechists.

Patrick Kovalan and wife Jennifer have three children Bailey, Caitlin, and John. Patrick is a high school science teacher with 16 years experience at Thornton Township High School, Harvey Illinois. Patrick has his MS in Secondary Education. Mr. Kovalan has taught the Confirmation Class at St. Ann's for 11 years.

Jennifer Little and her husband Jim have two sons Evan and Adam. Jennifer is experienced working with children of all ages. She has a BA in Elementary Education and has worked as a daycare teacher and director. She has also worked for the summer park program in Chesterton. Jennifer has CCD experience in 5th grade at St. Patrick's and here at St. Ann's in 1st and 2nd grades. Mrs. Little will teach 1st and 2nd grade.

Lorie Mayersky and husband Doug have three children, Natalie, Steven, and Emily. Lorie is employed by No Dirt Allowed Cleaning Service. She has been a substitute teacher in the CCD program here at St. Ann's and worked as a co-teacher with Mrs.

McGue teaching the 3rd grade class. Lorie is Virtus trained, a national program that identifies the best practices. Lorie has been coach for youth softball for 3 years, helped at St Pats after-school care program, and provided daycare when needed. Mrs. Mayersky will assist Mrs. McGue in the 3rd grade.

Susan McGue and husband Brian have three children, Chris, Tom and Megan. Susan works with her husband Brian at his dentist's office in Chesterton. Susan has eight years of experience teaching CCD and 10 years as a classroom teacher. Mrs. McGue will be teaching 3rd grade and Eucharist Preparation. She will be assisted by Lorie Mayersky.

Bert Miller and his wife Kathy have four children, Ali, Albert, Maddie, and Mary. Bert is a Certified Financial Planner with Raymond James & Associates and has been CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) in the Porter County courts, giving a voice to abused and neglected children in the county. He is Virtus trained, a national program that identifies the best practices. Bert has coached numerous youth basketball, baseball, and softball teams through schools and park districts. Mr. Miller will teach the 6th grade.

Margie Flaherty Potter and her husband Tom have three boys, Tom, Kevin and Jack. Margie is the Literacy Coordinator for George Earle Elementary School in Hobart with 25 years of teaching experience. She has her MS in Education and is a certified Reading Recovery Teacher. Margie has been a CCD teacher for ten years. Mrs. Potter will be teaching 4th, and 5th grades.

2010 - 2011 RELIGIOUS EDUCATION NEWS

Registration for the 2010-2011 Religious Education classes will be after Masses on August 28th &29th. This is the time to register your student (s) and pay fees. If we do not have a copy, please bring your student's sacrament record. Faith Formation class fees are $30/per student, $75/maximum per family.
The 2010-2011 Religious Education Classes for children, grades 1-8 will begin on Sunday, September 12, 2010. Please meet in the church at 9 A.M.
Fliers are in the back of church with more detailed information about the programs.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION 2010-2011 SCHEDULE OF CLASSES

August 29 -Registration Sunday
September 5 -no class Labor Day Weekend
12 -CLASSES BEGIN
19
26
October 3
10
17
24
31 -no class Fall Break
November 7
14
21
28 -no class Thanksgiving Holiday
December 5
12
19 -no class Christmas-New Year Break
26 -no class Christmas-New Year Break
January 2 -no class Christmas-New Year Break
9
16
23
30
February 6
13
20 -no class Presidents Weekend
27
March 6
13 -Children's Instructed Stations of the Cross
20
27 -no class Spring Break Duneland
April 3 -no class Spring Break Duneland/MC
10 -no class Spring Break MC
17 -LAST DAY
24 -Easter Sunday
30 -Sacrament of Reconciliation
May 1 -First Holy Communion

St. Ann's Haiti Mission Project

THE POOR OF THE REPUBLIC OF HAITI ARE IN NEED OF YOUR HELP!

The bulk of Haiti's people are poor city dwellers and peasants. They comprise the most impoverished country in this hemisphere-only six hundred miles from our shores. Fifty-five percent are illiterate and seventy percent are unemployed. Their life expectancy is 49 years. How did they get this way? When the Haitian slaves revolted against their slave-masters and declared their independence in 1804, Haiti was a forest of mahogany, and its fields produced more cotton than in all of America. Its growth of tobacco was the envy of the world. But independence did not bring to Haitians peace and prosperity. Foreign nations wouldn't leave Haiti alone. They ravaged the forests leaving nothing but bald land; they restored slave-like plantations, paying their employees pennies for their excruciating work. The foreign interests were aided and abetted by the "elite" of Haiti who live in fenced-mansions guarded by armed security forces. And then came the Duvalier family-father and son-who became dictators, engaging in torture and murder to achieve and maintain control over the masses. The Duvaliers were as corrupt as could be, so bad, in fact, that after the death of the father, the son was physically removed by an American transport plane and flown to a place of exile with the millions of dollars with which he had absconded. Once the Duvaliers were gone, a semblance of order came to Haiti. But when the Haitians choice for president was one of their own, he was taken from office by the military in a coup, equipped with training and equipment from foreign sources, and the poor city dwellers and peasants retreated. But in 1983, Pope John Paul II visited Haiti and referring to the terrible abuses committed by Haitian leaders, and the military, he set forth the challenge: "Things must change in this country." Today, there is hope or Haiti, but it will require foreign interests to put aside their agendas and consider only the plight of the ordinary Haitians-like those who were recently killed when the roofs of two schools collapsed, killing almost a hundred of occupants. Chris Cattani, a nurse of our parish, has gone to Haiti a number of time to assist nuns dedicated to providing health care to needy Haitians, particularly infants who are famished and near death. Chris will be returning to Haiti again in January and she hopes to have with her an abundance of medical supplies. This Season is an opportunity for us all to share with the impoverished of Haiti. Your financial contribution will bring some peace and comfort to those who live without hope, filled with despairs. Please make your gift to St. Ann of the Dunes-Haiti Mission.

Our thanks to Gene Schlickman, author.

SCRIPT PROGRAM AT ST. ANN

Back To School With The Help Of Scrip...

Back To School With The Help Of Scrip
School, can't wait to get back to see all your friends. You will need some new supplies, backpack, and of course clothes. Let SCRIP help with your shopping needs. Many of our on hand retailers can help with your shopping while you give a donation to St. Ann's without spending additional money. Just a few suggestions are: Walmart, Sam's Club, Kohl's, Meijers, Walgreens, and Kmart. Wiseway, Meijers, Town and Country, Gordon Foods, and Jewel cards can be used for many items, including lunches. So before you shop, BUY SCRIP!!

Last update: Agust 11, 2010

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