We are called to be Christ’s loving arms in the world
ONE SERVICE THIS SUNDAY
9:30 AM: Outdoor services will be held all summer, weather permitting. A blend of our 8:30 and 10:30 service styles. With Eucharist
To our neighbors and friends,
The Black Lives Matter sign that has stood on Saint Anne's lawn for the last four+ years, representing our public witness to the Gospel’s call for justice and mercy, and the sacred responsibility to stand with those who have been denied their full dignity, was recently taken down. This decision was made solely due to weather damage, not any change in our commitment to racial justice.
As members of the Episcopal Church, we are bound by our Baptismal Covenant to “strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being.” This is a lifelong commitment, rooted in the teachings of Jesus, who reminds us: “Just as you did it to one of the least of these… you did it to me”.
We remain committed to standing for racial justice and affirming that Black lives matter. We are discerning how best to continue our visible witness and invite you to walk with us in this ongoing work of reconciliation and justice. In short, we are putting together ideas for how best to refresh this signage, and want to reassure our community that the BLM message will return to our grounds, hopefully bolder (and more weather resistant) for the future.
From the announcer
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Here are some upcoming Saint Anne's events you'll want to keep on your calendars:
May 25: Outdoor services begin
June 7: WSP Parade
June 8: Pentecost (wear red!)
June 27: Kaposia Days Parade
July 12: WSP Pride
PARADES AND PRIDE
It's almost summer and that means it's almost PARADES AND PRIDE season!!
Local parades and the WSP Pride festival are fantastic ways to get out into our local communities. We can let people know what we are all about - and let them know there is a place for them at Saint Anne's. What we need to make this happen is YOU! Check the dates below and look for sign ups in the Parish Hall.
Bring your kids - and their friends! Bring your bikes or scooters! Bring your feather boas! Bring your candy-tossing skills!
WSP Parade: Saturday, June 7th, 10:30 AM
Kaposia Days Parade: Friday, June 27th, 6:30 PM
WSP Pride in the Park: Saturday, July 12th, 11 AM - 4 PM (support is needed for set up, shifts during the event, and take down)
2nd WEDNESDAY SUMMER BONFIRES
What do you get when you combine Lenten Wednesday Dinners and 2nd Sunday Coffee Hours? How about 2nd Wednesday Dinners?! This summer come to Saint Anne's on the 2nd Wednesday evenings of the month (June 11, July 9, August 13) at 6 PM for a bonfire and/or picnic. These evenings will be very casual: Bring your own dinner and beverage, let the kids run around the yard, and enjoy some good company on our beautiful grounds. Stay as long as you'd like!