About St. Ann · Frankfort, Michigan
Saint Ann of Frankfort Catholic Church is a parish in Frankfort, Michigan, established in 1911. The parish has a long history of community service, faith formation, and worship, with a current focus on welcoming all people through its ministries and sacramental programs. The church building was constructed in 1958 after the demolition of the original 1895 structure, and the parish continues to serve its community through regular Masses, Confession, Adoration, and active parish groups. The parish is part of the Diocese of Gaylord and is led by a current pastor, Rev. Chris Welsh, who began serving in June 2022.
- Established
- 1911
- Patron
- St. Ann
- Rector
- Rev. Chris Welsh
- Diocese
- Diocese of Gaylord
Why belong here
Saint Ann of Frankfort welcomes everyone with open arms, offering a vibrant community of faith through its ministries, sacraments, and regular worship. Parishioners are encouraged to participate in sacramental programs, join parish groups like the choir and Holy Name Society, and engage in community service. The parish provides a warm, inclusive environment for families and individuals seeking spiritual growth and connection.
Mass times at St. Ann
Confession times
- Every Saturday at 4:30 PM
- By appointment
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Rev. Chris WelshJune 2022–Current
Sacramental Minister
- Msgr. John F. PorterJune 2008–2022
- Rev. Raymond Cotter2001–July 2007
- Rev. Garth HilmerJuly 2007–February 2008
- Rev. James Bearrs2000–2001
- Rev. William RabiorJanuary 1993
- Msgr. David GeumundJanuary 1993–2000
- Rev. Kenneth StachnikSeptember 1992–December 1992
- Rev. James HoltzAugust 1988–June 1992
- Rev. Gabriel FoxAugust 1986–August 1988
- Rev. W. Seavey Joyce, S.J.June 1979–August 1986
- Rev. Francis J. KarlAugust 1977–September 1978
- Rev. Martin ToolisOctober 1978–April 1979
- Rev. Herman KolendaDecember 1978–June 1979
- Msgn. Wilbur GibbsSeptember 1978–June 1979
- Rev. Robert BissotAugust 1973–June 1977
- Rev. Walter MarekOctober 1969–August 1973
- Rev. Harold FeltmanJune 1963–October 1969
- Rev. Paul F. KersjesOctober 1955–June 1963
- Rev. C. G. NugentNovember 1952–October 1955
- Rev. E. F. DenayJune 1940–November 1952
- Rev. Roman A. KosnickJuly 1924–June 1940
- Rev. Albert S. A. BaumannJuly 1919–July 1924
- Rev. Arthur J. FlajoleJanuary 1913–July 1919
- Rev. John YeagerJuly 1911–December 1913