Parish Life Ministry
Our Social and Community Life programs promote a welcoming and hospitable sense of community by providing social events and services that build and strengthen relationships and encourage new and inactive members to participate in parish activities.
Divorced and Separated Ministry: Divorced and Separated Ministry: We provide a safe place for people suffering the pain of divorce where they can heal and plan for a future with hope. We help with healing as a group and work toward recovery from divorce and rebuilding after divorce. No advance registration is required. All information shared is anonymous. If you would be interested in joining this group or have any questions, please contact Elizabeth at (804) 512-1552 or ebpope@comcast.net. Click here for video
Funeral Reception Committee: Volunteers provide direct and tangible service and comfort at a crucial time for the bereaved family by planning, preparing and serving food at a reception in the Parish Hall after the funeral. Many helpful hands are needed for this short-notice and much – appreciated ministry.
Contact: Arlene Dooley at agdooley@comcast.net.
Knights of Columbus: The Knights, a family-oriented organization based on the principles of unity, charity, fraternity, and patriotism, are dedicated to upholding the teaching of the Catholic Church, helping people in need, strengthening families and developing a fraternal bond between members. All Catholic men, 18 or older are welcome.
Contact: David Frank (540)295-7588 or Kennedy Weber (804)347-8458.
Miracle Fund Yard Sale: Annual yard sale featuring items donated by parishioners, held every fall. Many helping hands are needed to make this event possible. Proceeds benefit St. Ann's families who are experiencing financial difficulties. See details HERE. Contact: Jackie Abernathy or Daphne Lasser
Parade Float Committee: Coordinates our participation in the annual Ashland Olde Time Holiday Parade by decorating the float and organizing the riders.
Contact: Float: Kevin Jones at 4nvirginia@gmail.com or (804)883-7843. Music: Susan Bova at sjdkbova@lycos.com or (908)672-8972.
Parish Picnic Committee: Plans and promotes this annual event by organizing the food, the place, the games, etc. .
Contact: Kelly Overstreet at kelly.overstreet1@gmail.com or (269)806-4580.
Reception Committee: Volunteers provide light refreshments for a variety of parish events, including special liturgical celebrations: after First Communion, Confirmation, the Easter Vigil, etc. (Excludes coffee & donuts after Sunday Masses.)
Contact: JoAnn Jeffrey at jj@aava.us or (804)399-3217.
Sunday Hospitality (Coffee and Donuts): As a way of strengthening a sense of community in the parish, a crew of volunteers is needed to provide coffee and donuts for parishioners after the Masses on Sunday morning.
Contact: Lily Prohaska at lillianberger12@gmail.com or (571)292-6959.
Other Organizations
Cub Scouts: Begun in the Fall of 2008, St. Ann’s Cub Scout Pack (#718) welcomes boys and girls, kindergarten to fifth graders, to come and enjoy all the activities of the Cub Scouts.
Contact: Chris Roman or Matthew Smith
Girl Scouts of America Let your imagination lead the way as you make new friends, try new things and have fun! Please contact us for more information!
Contact: Ella & Jenny Gormley, 804-357-8614, eagledesign@comcast.net .