Celebrate the

Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
with Mass

October 10 - 4pm

October 11 -

9am and 11am or 5pm

The anointing of the sick by the priest is a sacrament whose very origins came in the practice of Christ and his apostles. This sacrament is not just for those who are in their final moments of life but is for those who are in need of the graces to combat any illness they are fighting: physical, mental, chronic, an upcoming surgery, or diagnosis that has changed within their health spectrum. Recipients must be baptized and old enough to understand the sacrament. This sacrament can be received again if an illness worsens, recurs, or after recovery/new surgery.

Anointing is just as much for the family as it is for the sick or the dying, so don’t wait!

Are you in need of an anointing?

Anointing of the Sick Mass - October 15

11:00 AM at St. Anne (no 9:00 AM Mass that morning)

Confessions beforehand from 9:30 to 10:45.

A soup luncheon will follow in the Parish Center.

(If you are unable to attend this Mass but you are in need of this sacrament,
call the parish office.)

The goal for All Saints Parish this year was $218,117.00. As you reflected on your blessings, you prayerfully responded with a spirit of gratitude and generosity. Thank you! To learn more about CSA or to help our neighbors at St. Catherine reach their goal, visit DioceseofGaylord.org/CSA26.

As of 10/06/26 - we’re at 100%!

We did it!

Youth Ministry/the B.O.B will be gathering again!

NEW MEETING TIME & LOCATION:
WHEN: Sundays, 12:15 -1:30 PM after 11 AM Mass
WHERE: All Saints Parish Center, St. Anne Church
As always, we will have a meal, a little instruction,
share our faith and have some fun!
Look forward to seeing you this Sunday!

Discipleship Feature:

Ministries at Our Parishes

Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMs): These disciples assist the ordinary ministers (clergy) in the distribution of the Body and Blood of Jesus at Holy Mass. To serve in this ministry at St. Catherine Parish, contact Diane Sharpe at (989)-471-2408. To serve at All Saints Parish, contact Jackie Benson at (989)-354-3019. All Saints in particular is in great need of EMs or the number of chalices may need to be reduced! Watch for upcoming trainings.

Homebound Ministry: These disciples bring communion to parishioners who are homebound, in a nursing home, or in an independent/assisted living residence. Homebound ministers must be trained as EMs first. For St. Catherine contact Diane Sharpe (989)-471-2408, and for All Saints contact Kathy Stepaniak to schedule (989) 464-6053, and update your certification status with Jackie Benson.

Join the Respect Life Novena!

respectlife.org/respect-life-month-novena

October 22-30, 2026

Sign up to receive the daily prayers via text or email!
Visit the site at the address above.
This year, you can also join on the Hallow app for free at hallow.com
or thru your phone’s app store.

October is Respect Life Month
We turn to St. Joseph to model ways men can be proactively pro-life:

Support those fleeing domestic violence at Hope Shores Alliance.
Volunteer with Options Pregnancy Center to support dads and moms facing their concerns about pregnancy together.
Teach your sons about observing Ephesians 5:28: “In the same way, husbands should love their wives as they do their own bodies. He who loves his wife loves himself." Help our boys grow into men faithful to the example of St. Joseph!
Read and discuss Patris Corde, and how a chaste protector practices self-giving whether in married or consecrated life.
Form your conscience to vote with faith according to the Michigan Catholic Conference at micatholic.org/election2026.

Questions? Contact Seth Peters: speters@alpenaallsaints.org

BAKE-LESS BAKE SALE

No Cooking! No Commitment! No Calories!

Support the All Saints Catholic Women in their continued works of service!

Place the price of a pie, cake, or other bakery treat in an envelope and place it in the collection basket at Mass at St. Anne, or drop it off at the All Saints Parish Office. Make checks out to “All Saints Catholic Women’s Group” with

“Bake-less Sale” on the memo line.

Donations will be accepted through the month of October.

Holy Cross Cemetery Fall Cleanup Notice
Please remove all summer decorations and items from graves by November 1. NOTE the new deadline!
Fall Cleanup of remaining summer decorations and broken items will take place on
Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
Meet at the Chapel/Office.
Fall decorations will not be removed during this cleanup.
Winter decorations must be removed by March 1, weather permitting
If you have any questions, contact Fawn at 989-590-0350.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping maintain
the beauty and dignity of Holy Cross Cemetery.

Catholic Way Bible Study on Monday's

For 2026-27, our study is “Israel, David & the Kingdoms.” We follow the Chosen People as they enter the Promised Land of Israel. We will meet saints like Joshua, King David, Samuel and Ruth, as well as scoundrels like Jezebel and Manassah. Along the way, we will draw lessons for our own lives from the rich history of Israel as they learn what it means to be God's people.

Choose How to Participate:
* EVENING - All Saints Parish Ctr - Monday 6:30-7:30 PM
* DAYTIME - All Saints Parish Ctr - Monday 1-3 PM
* REMOTELY - On your own or with a group - you choose
Register NOW! Visit the CWBS page on our website, then click the link to register. You may also register through the All Saints Parish office, visit or call (989-354-3019)
Questions? Contact Hans or Christine at 989-657-1598.

OCIA & Discipleship
Each Thursday, 6:15 PM in All Saints Parish Ctr Classroom
This week’s topic: “Covenant History”

Join us Thursdays to find out, 817 Sable St. Entrance

If you (or someone you know) want to journey further along
the pathway of discipleship, contact: Seth Peters

speters@alpenaallsaints.org or call 989-354-3019

What are you looking for...come and see. (John 1:38-39)

~Saturdays in October (10,17,24,31) Scriptural Rosary

Before 4 PM Mass at St. Anne Church (begins at 3:15)

~Saturday, October 10 Public Square Rosary Crusade

At noon on the front steps of St. Bernard Church

People all around the world are asked to join in praying the Rosary
at noon on this day, the closest Saturday to the final apparition of
Mary, Our Lady of Fatima and the Miracle of the Sun.

~Sunday, October 25 Annual Memorial for the Living & Deceased Members of the Rosary Society of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Before 11 AM Mass at St. Anne Church, we will sing a Marian hymn and read, the names of our members who have passed away during the last year, presenting a rose at the Mary statue for each one.

Friendship Room is in need of volunteers

Call Christina Kihn (989-884-1060)

the Center of Charity director

to join the team to help those in the community that need our

Friendship Room.

Altar Servers are always needed for the Weekend Masses.
The link for the sign-up is below. Please consider filling in a spot, we would greatly appreciate it.

Altar Server Sign-up

Faith. Fellowship. Conversation. Join us at 7 p.m. for Brews with the Bishop, a relaxed evening designed especially for young adults who want to connect, ask meaningful questions and build community—all in a casual, welcoming setting.

• G’s Pizzeria, West Branch • Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026

• Raven Social, Cadillac • Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026
• Right Brain Brewery, Traverse City • Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2026

Questions? Contact Ami Peterson at apeterson@dioceseofgaylord.org or
989-705-3539.

Gather in gratitude, prayer and hope. Join Bishop Walsh at a special Mass in each of the six vicariates to honor the country’s 250th anniversary and its consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
St. Joseph, West Branch at 5:30 pm - Wednesday, October 21, 2026
St. Ann, Cadillac at 5:30 pm - Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Immaculate Conception, Traverse City at 5:30 pm - Wednesday, December 9, 2026

Together, these celebrations invite the faithful to reflect on God’s blessings over the nation’s history and to renew their commitment to living the Gospel in the years ahead.

WORLD YOUTH DAY INFORMATION SESSIONS

Young adults aged 18-35, World Youth Day 2027 will be held in Seoul, South Korea, and the Diocese of Gaylord is bringing a group!

If you are interested and would like more information call the Diocese of Gaylord, Ami Peterson The RSVP form is found on the diocesan website at dioceseofgaylord.org/WYD2027.

Our parish is blessed to have Keira Wright representing All Saints Parish at World Youth Day! This journey is not just a trip – it’s a time of prayer, reflection, and spiritual renewal.

Kindly consider praying and financially supporting Keira on her pilgrimage! By giving, you’ll help cover essential costs like lodging and transportation. By praying, you’ll be spiritually enriching her journey.

Donation Goal: $5000 funded so far $3865

No amount of money is too small or too large. Cash and checks can be dropped off at the Parish Office made out to All Saints Parish and put World Youth Day 2027 in the notes section.

Pray for Vocations!

Lord, your Church is in need.
As Master of the Harvest, we beg you...
call new laborers into the vineyard -
lay and ordained.
Sustain those who made their
life-long commitment.
Amid all the distractions in our world,
open hearts to hear and heed your call.
May your grace inspire men and women to:
Holy Orders, Holy Matrimony
and Consecrated Life.
In our search for meaning and truth,
lead us to sacramental communion.
Help us trust in your Divine Providence.

Prayer composed by Most Reverend Jeffrey J. Walsh, Bishop of Gaylord