November 11, 2008 is Veterans Day
On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, an armistice (a temporay cessation of hostilities) was signed between the Allied Forces and Germany, ending 'the war to end all wars', World War I. Seven months later, on June 28th 1919, the Treaty of Versailles was signed. In November of 1919, President Wilson proclaimed November 11th as the first commeration of Armistice Day, later to become a legal holiday on May 13th, 1938. Finally, on June 1, 1954, November 11th was approved via legislation to become "Veterans Day" in order to honor all American veterans from all wars.
We realize that all of our freedoms and liberties have been and are protected for us by the devotion of such dedicated men and women who are and have worn the uniform of the United States of America. It is with our deepest gratitude that we extend our thanks to all of our veterans for their service. We ask for God's blessings on all who served our country and for his healing to those who have been wounded in body, mind and soul. May their devotion and service be an example to all.
The Department of Veterans Affairs has a great website with some fantastic material regarding Veterans Day.Please click here to visit their site. You can also click on the image above for a larger version. God Bless America!
Spaghetti Dinner - November 15th 4:30pm - 7:00pm
All are welcome! Please join us, and bring your appitite, to the 3rd Annual Knights of Columbus Spaghetti Dinner. All profits will support the Church of St. Ann and other charitable programs sponsored by the Knights of Columbs Council #12886.
Your ticket to this very popular annual event includes: spaghetti and meatballs, salad, bread, tea, coffee and a fantastic assortment of homemade desserts. Sodas and juice will be available for a nominal charge.
Admission at the door is $8 for adults and $4 for children 6-12 years of age (5 and under is free). Order in advance, and save $1 on an adult ticket. You can download and print out a registration form by clicking here.
Blood Drive - November 22nd
We are currently organizing a blood drive at St. Ann's Church, which will take 
place on Saturday November 22nd from noon to 4pm. We have had a tremendous response from our parishoners who are willing to roll up their sleves and donate. We are in the process of trying to get additional capacity for more donors. Our area is always in need of donated blood. There is no substitute for human blood and so the only source for people who need it is YOU. Please donate if you can. Visit www.giveapint.org/donate/facts for some interesting facts about blood donation. Please keep an eye on this page for more information if you would like to donate. Thank you.
Postponed - October Membership Drive
The Knights of Columbus will be holding an information session after one of the Sunday masses, just not in October as originally planned, as part of their annual membership drive. This will be a great opportunity to learn of the many benefits of joining this outstanding fraternal organization. For more information, check the bulletin, watch this space, or go to the 'Contact Us' page and call or email. There are some outstanding links to the left regarding joining our order, and you can also review this pamphlet to learn more about us. We appreciate your patience.