Dear Friends of the Blessed Sacrament and Saint Ann Shrine,
On behalf of the Community of the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament and Saint Ann Shrine, I would like to sincerely thank you for your continued thoughts, prayers, and generous support of Saint Ann Shrine and the Blessed Sacrament! Please know we are so very grateful and appreciative for your generosity and kindness in supporting our mission! You are truly a Eucharistic person and we are thankful for all you do for us! Your sincere generosity and kindness ensure the long-term sustainability of Saint Ann Shrine, the care of Blessed Sacrament Community, and our mission work!
Throughout 2025, I had the pleasure of meeting so many of our friends all over the country as we celebrated the Blessed Sacraments 125th Anniversary of being in the United States. I really enjoyed the conversations I had with so many of you whom I’d spoken to on the phone but never met face to face. It was a pleasure learning about your families and what you do for work, but I mostly enjoyed hearing about how your faith came to be and how your relationship with Saint Ann and the Blessed Sacrament Community came to be. I look forward to meeting all of you in person one day! Please let me know if there is a time that works best for you and I would be happy to meet you for lunch, coffee, or Mass!
I have had the honor of being a member of the staff here for the past 9 ½ years. I really enjoy hearing about your families, your faith, and even what sports teams you may follow! I am humbled when you ask about my family as well. But when you share with me your memories of how your faith came to be, including your devotion to Good Saint Ann, I am inspired and enjoy hearing how we share certain bonds that life has to offer. All of our life paths have different twists and turns, but they all come back to our faith being at the center of our lives. Your love and devotion for Saint Ann and the Blessed Sacrament are so evident when I’ve had the pleasure of speaking with you. I can hear it in the tone of your voice. It’s truly amazing and I only wish I could connect with more of you! Please feel free to share your story of devotion with me by calling me at 440-449-2700 or sgongos@blessedsacrament.com.
Because of you and your generous support, we are able to:
- Administer to Saint Ann Shrine, including celebrating Mass, praying the Rosary, and hosting events that live out our spirituality;
- Have a Chaplain on staff;
- Support the members of the Blessed Sacrament in their mission work and care for those in retirement;
- Support international priests who are assisting our Eucharistic presence in the United States at our parishes.
We pray that your faith remains strong as Good Saint Ann intercedes for our petitions as we set our prayers before her. May Saint Ann continue to protect you and your families!
Should you be in the Cleveland area, please stop by to celebrate Mass with us! It would be wonderful to put a face to your name and voice! We celebrate Mass Monday-Friday at 11:30 AM (except Holy Days) but I encourage you to call ahead. We celebrate the Triduum of Saint Ann and Saint Joachim’s Feast July 24-26 in Cleveland and New York City. Please join us if you are able!
Saying “Thank You” is never sufficient enough. Please know of the utmost appreciation I, our staff, and the Blessed Sacrament Community have for all you do for us. You are indeed the inspiration to our work.
Blessings for health and happiness in 2026!
In the Spirit of Good Saint Ann,
Scott R. Gongos
Director of Mission Advancement
*We are able to distribute the Blessed Oil we have in stock, while supplies last, for a donation. Contact Saint Ann Shrine at 440-449-2700 or visit our website at www.blessedsacrament.com/st-ann-shrine/. We still have Holy Water available for a donation as well.
*We invite you and your group to join us at Saint Ann Shrine for Daily Mass at 11:30AM, Monday-Friday (except on Holy Days or Holidays).
*The Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament offers a daily reflection. If you’d like to receive this uplifting message, send an email to cee@blessedsacrament.com.
*You can honor your relatives, friends, or a Blessed Sacrament Community member by having a Mass celebrated in their honor during Mass at Saint Ann Shrine. Call 440-449-2700 for details.
*Our Blessed Sacrament religious in Bethany and at Regina Health Center pray for you daily. Please let us know of any special intentions you’d like us to remember. The Blessed Sacrament Community supports you in prayer and Eucharist. You can submit your prayer though our website and request a candle to be lit for your special intentions at www.blessedsacrament.com/st-ann-shrine/.
*We ask you to consider becoming a member of our Legacy Society by naming Saint Ann Shrine or the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament in your will. For more information, please contact Scott Gongos, Director of Mission Advancement, at 440-449-2700 or sgongos@blessedsacrament.com.
*You may also consider donating gifts of stock. Depending on the stock’s current value, you may avoid capital gains tax or deduct the loss in value while donating the proceeds of the sale to the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament. Consult your financial advisor for the most advantageous opportunities for you.
*Be sure to “Like” St. Ann Shrine on Facebook!
*If you are 70 ½ years of age or older, you can support Saint Ann Shrine or the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament through distributions from your Individual Retirement Account (IRA). Your IRA Charitable Rollover Gift may satisfy your annual required minimum distribution and reduce your taxable income. Consult your financial advisor for the most advantageous opportunities for you.
*Just a friendly reminder that we do NOT sell your name and contact information to other organizations!
