Reflection from Brother Philip The Western Dominican Province’s novitiate community at St. Dominic’s Priory is truly blessed to count the sisters, staff, and Residents at St. Anne’s Home among our neighbors in San Francisco. During this special first year of formation, we avoid things like formal classes and most communications […]

Cherished Moments Hello! My name is Br. Jose Maria Barrero. I am one of eight Dominican novices for the Western Dominican Province. We live and move and have our being at St. Dominic’s Church in San Francisco, CA. As a part of our novitiate year, we are given the opportunity […]

We’re Going to the Dogs! Over the last couple of months a few of our employees have brought in their “puppies” to visit the Residents. Our dog lovers love it and enjoy getting the chance to pet a live puppy dog. We also have robotic dogs but the live ones […]

Feast of St. Joseph For the Feast of St. Joseph on March 19, we were very happy to welcome Cardinal William Levada to our Home. He is a long-time friend of the Little Sisters. He celebrated Mass for us that morning. After Mass, he went around to the Residents’ dining […]

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration On Sunday, March 17, we had a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day party! Residents dressed in their green, festive best and gathered in the auditorium for Irish treats such as Bailey’s Irish Cream drinks and other refreshments. The Hubs performed wonderful folk and Irish music for all […]

Residents’ Retreat Residents’ Retreat took place Tuesday, March 12 – Thursday, March 14 and was conducted by Fr. Loren Allen. On the first day of the retreat, we were privileged to welcome the Immaculate Heart of our Lady of Fatima statue. It was another opportunity to pray and a wonderful […]