Reflections from St. Ann DC

Today for Catholics, we celebrate Pentecost Sunday, a very special celebration of the Holy Spirit's descent upon the Apostles and Mary in the upper room.

After Jesus' resurrection, the Holy Spirit came upon the Apostles and empowered them to proclaim Jesus' message in different languages before the entire city. Because 3,000 people came to faith in Jesus Christ that day, the Church is declared born this day. Pentecost is the Church's #birthday!

Many Catholics may remember the Sacrament of Confirmation they received: Join us for this reverent service in asking the continued presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives, and His continued intercession as our powerful Advocate!

Follow the readings for today's Mass here: http://usccb.org/bible/readings

Give now: https://membership.faithdirect.net/DC811

When you cannot receive Communion in-person, saying the prayer of Spiritual Communion can be an equally powerful way to receive Jesus. Here is a text below: My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separate from You. Amen.

Per the request of our Holy Father Pope Francis, if you need a guide on how to pray the Rosary daily as a family this May, find one here: https://stanndc.org/rosary

Today we celebrate the Ascension of our Lord into heaven live — the 11:00am Mass at your parish as you know it!

Follow the readings for today's Mass here: http://usccb.org/bible/readings

Give now: https://membership.faithdirect.net/DC811

When you cannot receive Communion in-person, saying the prayer of Spiritual Communion can be an equally powerful way to receive Jesus. Here is a text below: My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separate from You. Amen.

Per the request of our Holy Father Pope Francis, if you need a guide on how to pray the Rosary daily as a family this May, find one here: https://stanndc.org/rosary

This is the Sixth Sunday of Easter Mass live today.

Read along with our pastor Msgr. Watkins' homily: https://bit.ly/36iAk9P

Follow the readings for today's Mass here: http://usccb.org/bible/readings

Give now: https://membership.faithdirect.net/DC811

When you cannot receive Communion in-person, saying the prayer of Spiritual Communion can be an equally powerful way to receive Jesus. Here is a text below: My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separate from You. Amen.

Per the request of our Holy Father Pope Francis, if you need a guide on how to pray the Rosary daily as a family this May, find one here: https://stanndc.org/rosary

Happy #MothersDay! This livestreamed service with our pastor Msgr. Watkins asks the intercession of Mary, Our Mother, for the intentions of and safety for each of our earthly mothers.

Follow the readings for today's Mass here: http://usccb.org/bible/readings

If you need a guide on how to pray the Rosary, find one here: https://www.newadvent.org/images/rosary.pdf

Follow Msgr. Watkins' homily: https://bit.ly/2YQM9SE

Give now: https://membership.faithdirect.net/DC811

When you cannot receive Communion in-person, saying the prayer of Spiritual Communion can be an equally powerful way to receive Jesus. Here is a text below: My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive you sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separate from You. Amen.

This is the Fourth Sunday of #Easter Mass live from your parish today.

Our pastor Msgr. Watkins wants so much to offer Mass for each of you while we cannot gather for public health reasons: Today he celebrated the Third Sunday of Easter, live from St. Ann's, for you, your health and your intentions.

Follow his homily here: https://d2y1pz2y630308.cloudfront.net/15715/documents/2020/4/Third%20Sunday%20of%20Easter%20Homily%20in%20the%20Midst%20of%20Coronavirus%20-%20Msgr.%20James%20Watkins%20April%2026%202020.pdf

Our pastor Msgr. Watkins wants so much to offer Mass for each of you while we cannot gather for public health reasons - and so he is! Today he celebrated Divine Mercy Sunday, also known as the Second Sunday of Easter, live from St. Ann's, for you, your health and your intentions.

Join us to rejoice and be glad: Christ is risen today! Alleluia! Use this track to listen to Easter Sunday Mass, celebrated by Cardinal Donald Wuerl and concelebrated by our pastor Msgr. James Watkins, from the comfort of your home.

Use this track to pray the Stations of the Cross from the comfort of your home.

Come, let us adore. #GoodFriday