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October 15, 2006


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March 14, 2004


"PASTORAL NOTES"
A "One Thing More" Deacon

Dear Parishioners and Friends,

Deacon Rich D'Angelo has served this parish and the Diocese of Trenton for twenty-five years.

In just a matter of days he will be moving to South Carolina with his wife, Carol. We will miss him greatly, but our prayers and deepest gratitude go with him.

In our Gospel today, Jesus will tell a man that there is "one thing more" he must do to inherit eternal life. Deacon Rich was a "one thing more" deacon. In the words of Vatican II, he was always surveying "the signs of the times" and looking for what would be the next way to serve God's people and build God's Kingdom. In the time I have known him, I could always count on Deacon Rich to look for different ways of improving our ministry and parish. I am grateful to him for his creativity and involvement. One very obvious example of this: it was he who saw the need for a Bereavement Ministry here at our parish and therefore proceeded to initiate our Good Shepherd Bereavement Ministry which to this day continues to offer support to those who have lost a loved one.

Deacon Rich served on our RCIA Team and then facilitated that team for many, many years, meeting weekly with adults in their faith journey, always looking for one more way to make better the process for them to enter the Catholic Church.

As you know, Rich is a wonderful preacher; his enthusiasm in the pulpit is contagious and inspirational. Like St. Paul, Rich knows that God's word is "living and effective." So many times we have heard him make the Gospels come alive as he related God's Word to marriage, family life and the workplace. He has brought that same joy and meaningfulness to the baptisms, weddings and funeral services he presided over.

Some things you might not know: like our patron St. Gregory the Great, who was the prefect of Rome before becoming Pope, Rich was the mayor of Jackson, NJ, before becoming a deacon. While a deacon he served many years in campus ministry at Rider College. And for the past several years, Rich has worked in the Office of the Diaconate in the Diocesan Pastoral Center, helping in the training and formation of deacon candidates.

He has given generously of his time, talent, energy and love…all in the service of God and the Church.

I must at this time also pay tribute to Carol D'Angelo, who is also a committed member of our parish community. It is not easy to be a Deacon's wife. Parish and diocesan responsibilities take their husbands away from the home many days a week…all this on top of a regular nine to five job.

I am so grateful, therefore to Carol and for her "sharing" her husband with this parish.

Today at the 12 Noon Liturgy we will offer a Mass of Thanksgiving for Deacon Rich D'Angelo, followed by a light reception in Ferrante Hall in the Parish Center. Everyone is most welcome to join in one or both of these celebrations. This is an opportunity for us to say "thank you" to Deacon Rich and to wish him well in his new home and new ministry. (By the way, Rich's new parish is South Carolina is…St. Gregory the Great! It's just not that easy to get rid of us!!).

Rich and Carol: May God continue to guide and protect you!

Peace!
           Fr. Rich


Babysitting Available
 for 10:30AM Mass &
Adult Faith Enrichment

Babysitting for preschoolers is available for the 10:30am Mass at GLDC.  Volunteers needed, 7th -12th grade, to help with babysitting during 10:30am Mass.  Please contact Jennifer at 586-3512 for more information.

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Chapel Construction to Begin!

Very soon work will begin in the old church which will house our Daily Chapel. Until construction is completed in the Chapel, the doors leading to the Chapel from the main Church (through the Creation Wall) should only be used in the case of an emergency. We ask, therefore, that you do not use the doors in the Creation Wall to enter or exit the main Church until further notice. Thank you for your cooperation. Please keep all of our contractors and workers in your prayers.

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Bible Reading

We meet in McManimon Library in the Church. We will follow The Little Rock Scripture Study as we read Paul's book of Roman's. For more information call Donald at 448-8319.

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THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE
October 7/8 through Nov. 11/12

The Knights of Columbus is conducting a food drive to benefit those in need within our community, the greater Trenton area, and Hurricane Katrina Families. Please drop off your NON-PERISHABLE food donations in the Donations Box - to your right as you enter the church. The Knights will be collecting the food on the weekends of October 7/8 through Nov. 11/12. Food will be delivered on Saturday November 18th starting around 8AM. Call Bob for details (609-813-2868 work #). Thank you for your generosity - now and for all the support in past food drives!

TURKEYS/HAMS DONATIONS WOULD BE MOST WELCOME!

They can now be accepted "anytime" during our drive - we have a freezer! Or, they can be dropped off in front of the Church on the Food Basket delivery day November 18th between 7:30-8:00 AM. Please contact Bill for early drop-off of a Turkey/Ham (609-577-7184).

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Social Justice/Respect Life

Sunday, October 15th is Infant Loss Remembrance Day. Please join people all over the world as we light a candle at 7pm and say a prayer for all those who were taken from us too soon. If you have an Infant Loss ribbon, please wear it on this day.

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R.C.I.A.
The Rite of Christian
 Initiation for Adults

 RCIA is a process that allows a person who has been thinking about becoming Catholic to explore the Catholic faith whether they are unbaptized or have been baptized in another Christian faith. RCIA allows any Catholic who has not received the sacraments of Eucharist and/or Confirmation to complete their sacraments of initiation into the church.

If you have been thinking about becoming Catholic or you know someone who is thinking about it or if you want to finish your sacraments join us on Thursday evening at 7:30 PM in the Bachmann Lounge of the Parish Center. A new session is just starting and this would be a wonderful opportunity for you to gather with others to learn about the Catholic faith. If you have any questions you can call Deacon Bill Wilson at 443-0336 or Pat Seladi at 587-1131 ext. 244.

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Choir Rehearsal Begins

St. Gregory's Choir welcomes anyone of high school age or over who enjoys singing to participate in this year's Advent and Christmas liturgical celebrations. The Choir sings at the 10:30 a.m. Mass during the season of Advent and at Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve. Rehearsals are held Thursday evenings from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. in both the School's Music Room and the Church. Help make this a wonderful Advent & Christmas season.

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  Cub Scout Popcorn Sale

St. Gregory the Great's Cub Scout Pack 992 will be selling popcorn before and after each mass the weekend of Oct. 14th/15th. We will have several different varieties of delicious popcorn to choose from! Your support of our Cub Scout Pack is greatly appreciated!  

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Farewell Mass and Hospitality Sunday and Reception
 for Deacon Rich and Carol D'Angelo

On Sunday, October 15th, we will say "Good-bye" to yet another Deacon who is moving "SOUTH". Deacon Rich D'Angelo will be the Deacon at the 12:00 noon Mass with Fr. Rich as the Presider. This will be Deacon Rich's last liturgy with us.

Following the 12:00 Noon Liturgy there will be a Hospitality Sunday and Reception in the Parish Center to give you the opportunity to say goodbye to Rich and Carol D'Angelo! More information to follow.

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Gregorian Youth Ministry

Gregorian Youth Ministry (Our youth group here at St. Gregory's) is off to a great start. Our first meeting was a fun night-but it's not too late for you to join us. We meet every Sunday evening in O'Connor Hall. Junior high meets from 5-6:30 and high school meets from 7-9. Everyone is welcome. Any questions? Contact Alice Kearney, Director of Youth Ministry at extension 249 or AKearney@stgregorythegreat.org.

Today, Sunday, Oct. 15, both divisions of GYM will be going to Hamilton Hauntings! We will meet at 6:30 and return at 9:00 PM. Neither group will have a regular meeting this week. Regular meetings will resume for the senior division on 10/22 from 7-9 and the juniors will resume on 10/29 from 5-6:30. There will not be a meeting for the junior division on 10/22 due to confirmation activities.

Mark your calendars-the senior division will be taking a service trip to Martin House on Saturday 10/28. Get a permission slip from Alice or at our website, http://groups.yahoo.com/group/IntheGYM.

Alice Kearney, Director of Youth Ministry
Saint Gregory the Great, 4620 Nottingham Way
Hamilton Square, NJ, 609-587-1131, ext. 249

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Separated and Divorced Support Group…. 

Meetings are Monday nights, October 16, 23 and 30th at 7:30pm in the Parish Center. Call Gregg at 588-0790 fore more information.

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Social Concerns Ministry

NEW Gloves, Hats & Scarves are NEEDED…. for homeless men, women and children served by Home Front. They are especially in need of items for MEN. Drop-off donations in the Warm Hands -Warm Hearts collection box located in the Parish Center foyer from October 14th through November 4th.

Our next meeting is Monday, October 16th at 7:30 PM in the Draus Room of the Parish Center. New members are always welcome!  We would like to invite anyone interested in learning more about the Ministry to join us and hear about the exciting projects we will be working on in the coming year! If you decide to become a member, there is NO obligation to attend every meeting. Any questions, please call Dorothy at 609-448-5374.

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St. Gregory the Great Parish Girls & Boys
Intramural Basketball League Registration

St. Gregory the Great Parish Girls & Boys
Intramural Basketball League Registration

Player eligibility:
The league is open to all parish girls and boys in grades 3rd to 8th.

Open registration:
Dates: Tuesday, October 17th 2006
Thursday, October 19th 2006
Time: 8:00.pm - 8:30pm
Place: St. Gregory the Great Parish
Center in Ferrante Hall

Registration fee: $40 per child

Tryout date:
Saturday, October 28th 2006 at 9:30am in the Parish Center Gym

**all registrants must be present**

If you are interested in sponsoring a team or have any questions, call
William Anari- 609-581-2087
***special thanks to our 2005-2006 intramural basketball sponsors***

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Senior Citizen's Anniversary Luncheon

Our Anniversary Luncheon is on Wednesday, October 18th, and therefore no senior meeting will be held on that day. The Luncheon will be at Mercer Oaks Country Club at 725 Village Road West. Doors will open at 11:30am and dinner will be served at 12:30pm. The cost is $22.00 per person.

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Adult Faith Enrichment

October Theresas
Wednesday, October 18, 2006
7:30pm in the Church

St Therese's "Little Way" helps us to love the ordinary and go about it with extraordinary love. St Teresa of Avila, a mystic, lived her life knowing that "All things are passing, God never changes. Patient endurance attains all things." Just what the Doctors ordered! Presenter: Sr Marcy Springer.

Babysitting is available for Adult Faith Enrichment if arrangements are made in advance. Please contact Ellen at 890-0229 or email @ wallover22@aol.com by 3:00pm the Friday before the Adult Faith Night. The children will be in the church.

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Adoptive Parents Organization (APO) of Central NJ

…is looking for families who want to adopt, are in the waiting process & families created through adoption. We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of the month (October 18) from 7:00-9:00pm in the Parish Ctr. at SGTG. For more information on our organization, call Ed or Ann Tranosky @ 259-7253, or visit our website at http://apocnj.tripod.com for planned events, resources and directions to our meetings and so much more!

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Knights of Columbus Clothing Drive

We will hold our Annual Clothing Drive the weekend of October 21st & 22nd. The truck will be in the parking lot of the church. Bring all clothing over to the truck. Do not drop off in the church.

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Employment Network Group

Do you have a job lead to share? Are you in career transition or looking for work? Would you like to increase your networking or job seeking skills? If so please join us for our next meeting at St. Paul's Church on Nassau Street in Princeton:

Saturday, Oct. 21st Topic: "Targeting the job you want". The most successful candidates are focused not only on their own expertise but on the companies who highly desire those specific skills. Guest Speaker: Jean Baur, Executive Coach, Lee Hecht Harrison.

The informal, friendly two hour format consists of an informative presentation during the first hour and an opportunity to network with a large group of career oriented professionals during the second hour. All meetings will be held from 8:30am to 10:30am in St. Paul's School cafeteria. Membership is open to all. If interested in the network please contact Bob Anthes at 588-5623 (e-mail: RJAnthes@optonline.net).

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Virtus Training Class

Our next scheduled session will be on Saturday, October 21, 2006 from 9:30 to 12:30. Registration @ 9:15. No late comers. Once the session has started, no one will be admitted.

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Small Faith Sharing Group Reflection Guide
Cycle B - October 22, 2006 - 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time

READ THE SCRIPTURES
Read the Sunday Scriptures out loud together. Afterward, mention which Scripture passage touched you and why. What does the passage mean to you in your own life at this stage of your personal spiritual journey?

1st Reading: Isaiah 53:10-11
2nd Reading: Hebrews 4: 14-16
Gospel: Mark 10: 35-45

Reflection on the Gospel Reading
Today's passage from Mark's Gospel contains another account of Jesus' disciples posturing to gain glory for themselves. James and John approached Jesus and asked to be at the top when He is glorified. Jesus asked if they would pay the price of sacrifice. They answered yes. Jesus told them they would share in His passion, but it was God's decision to mete out rewards. The other ten disciples were livid at James and John. Jesus called them all aside and reversed their expectation about greatness. Those who would be great must serve greatly as Jesus would do.

Reflection Questions:

  • Believe: How do I think and feel toward Jesus when He serves me?
  • Share: How does serving others allow me to share my faith with them?
  • Transform: How does our society look upon those who serve others?

PRAY FOR EACH OTHER
Pray together for any petitions and any needs that you might have. Stand in a circle together and say the Our Father. Pray daily this week for the person on your right.

LEAVE TO EVANGELIZE YOUR WORLD
Reflect on your mission to grow deeper in your relationship with God. Be welcoming, offer hospitality and work for transformation in your daily life. Suggestions for this week:

  • Believe: In prayer, thank Jesus for the many ways that He has served you. Renew your commitment to serve Him by evangelizing.
  • Share: In October, Catholic parishes often hold a stewardship drive for time, talent and treasure. Identify what gifts you are called to share and make a commitment to share them.
  • Transform: Honor someone in a public service profession - from government, healthcare, non-profit organizations, etc. Show your appreciation for the sacrifices he/she/they make to help others.

Autumn Ordinary Time 2006 Small Faith-Sharing Group Reflection Guide, Cycle B
Offered through the Office for Evangelization, Archdiocese of Chicago, Chicago, IL Page 11 of 16


Faith Sharing Small Groups
Searching for People to Share What Matters Most to You?
Sign-up Now!

Faith Sharing Groups provide us with a chance to read, discuss and apply the Sunday Scripture to our life experiences in a safe small-group setting. Participants say they appreciate having a group of people who listen and respond to their thoughts.

Faith Sharing Groups are currently gathering for Lent and you are invited and encouraged to sign up using this printable form. Experience the powerful support of a faith sharing group. Don't wait, sign up now!

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Wanted: Your Good News

Spread the word about your organization's activities, upcoming events, and successes. Let your fellow parishioners know what you're all about and how they can get involved. Submit an article for publication in St. Gregory the Great's quarterly The Good Newsletter. Articles for the winter (Advent/Christmas) issue should be emailed to ddmikics@aol.com or dropped off at the rectory in an envelope marked The Good Newsletter no later than Sunday, October 22nd.

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Usher's Meeting

There is a Mandatory Meeting of ALL Ushers on Tuesday, October 24th at 7:00pm in the Wade Room of the Parish Center. Please make every effort to attend this meeting. We will go over the Christmas Schedule.

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Emmanuel Prayer Group…..

will have a charismatic prayer meeting on Wednesdays, Oct. 25 from 7:30-9:00pm in the Memorial Hall/Church Basement. All are welcome to join us for Songs of Praise, Scripture readings, Sharing and Intercessory Prayer. For more information, call Betsy at 259-9589.

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Diocesan Event

Wednesday, October 25, 2006 - The Diocese of Trenton is having their 2006 Legislative Dialogue Evening  from 7:00pm to 9:30pm at St. Gregory the Great Parish in Hamilton, NJ. Please see this week's bulletin.

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Interpreted Mass, Once a Month

The Last Sunday of each month at 10:30am Mass, we will have a "Signing Mass". The next one will be Sunday, October 29th.

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Community Breakfast and
Book Sale Is Oct. 29!

The 10th Annual St. Gregory the Great Parish Community Breakfast and Book Sale will take place on Sunday, Oct. 29th. Plan now to be on hand for this terrific event. The breakfast and book sale run all morning following the 7:30, 9:00 and 10:30 a.m. Masses, and are sponsored by St. Gregory the Great Knights of Columbus Council 7677.

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Join Fr. Rich and fellow parishioners at the closing Eucharistic Celebration of the 125th Anniversary of the Diocese of Trenton. The climax of our Jubilee Year will take place on Sunday. October 29, 2006 at the Sovereign Bank Arena in Trenton, where we will all come together for the celebration of a Jubilee Mass of Thanksgiving. The Most Reverend John M. Smith will preside. St. Gregory's has rented a bus to help alleviate the traffic flow around the arena. Since there are only 49 seats available, it will be on a first come first serve basis. If more than 49 people wish to go, then we will have a lottery for the seats.

St. Gregory's will pay for the bus. The liturgy starts at 3:00PM. The bus will leave St. Gregory's parking lot at 1:45PM and return no later than 6:30PM. If you wish to reserve a seat on the bus, please complete this printable form and submit it to the rectory no later than October 15th. If you have any questions, please call Roxann at 505-0271.

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Landings

A ministry that helps Catholics who have been away from the church return to the sacraments with a stronger understanding of their faith welcomes all practicing Catholics interested in learning how to invite and encourage friends to come back to church to an information meeting Monday October 30th at 7:30pm. Please contact Monica at 890-8190 or email her at mquaste@optonline.net

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First Friday Eucharistic Exposition
November 3rd - 7:30 to 8:30 PM -
Benediction at 8:30

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Coffee Talk

Join us for a family friendly opportunity to share parenting issues, faith and conversation on parenting experiences while children enjoy supervised play. Facilitators: Mrs. Quaste and Miss Andria on Friday, November 3rd, 10th, & 17th from 8:45am - 10:00 in the Parish Center. Refreshments will be served! Register by requesting a form thru e-mail: GLDCPRESCHOOL@ aol.com. or call 587-1131 ext 3.

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Employment Network Group 

Do you have a job lead to share? Are you in career transition or looking for work? Would you like to increase your networking or job seeking skills? If so please join us for the following meetings at St. Paul's School in Princeton:

Saturday, November 4th, Topic: "Using the Library as a research tool in your job search". You need to do research for targeting companies and contacts, learning more about the companies you are interested in working for and preparing for the interview. Learn of the many research tools available so you can be an informed candidate. Guest Speaker: Janie Hermann, Librarian, Princeton Public Library, refstaff@princeton.org.

The informal, friendly two hour format consists of an informative presentation during the first hour and an opportunity to network with a large group of career oriented professionals during the second hour. All meetings will be held from 8:30am to 10:30am in St. Paul's School Cafeteria on a bi-weekly basis. Note this new location for the meetings. Membership is open to all.

If interested in the network please contact Bob Anthes at 588-5623 (e-mail: RJAnthes@optonline.net).

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Mass of Remembrance
Sunday, Nov. 5, 2006, 6:00pm

We will celebrate our Annual Mass of Remembrance on Sunday, November 5th at 6:00pm. (This fulfills your Sunday Mass obligation). We will remember ALL the deceased buried from St. Gregory the Great Church during the period of Oct. 15, 2005 until October 20, 2006.

The Friends of the Shepherd Bereavement Group will be sending invitations to the next of kin for those buried from St. Gregory's Church or those we did a Service at the funeral home. Please DO NOT fill out this form.

If you have a loved one who died during the year and WAS buried from a church other than St. Gregory the Great, and want to include their name in the Mass of Remembrance, please complete this printable form, drop it in the collection basket or bring it to the Parish Office in an envelope marked "Bereavement".


Can You Bake for the Mass of Remembrance?

Can You Donate Cookies, Brownies, Finger Type Desserts For The Mass Of Remembrance? Please Leave Your Name With Deacon Andy At 890-6327. Many Thanks For All That You Do!
Come Out And Support The Mass Of Remembrance. Note: This 6:00PM Mass on Sunday November 5th fulfills your Sunday Obligation For Mass.

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Annual Fall Craft Show
Saturday, November 11th

Start your Christmas shopping early! Come to Central Jersey's best Craft Shows! Mark your calendar now for Saturday, November 11th! Shop over 100 quality crafters in one convenient location - St. Gregory the Great Parish Center and School. Sponsored by the St. Gregory the Great PTA.  For more information please call 587-1131 x546 and someone will get back to you.

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Having a Baby?

Just as you are preparing a room for the new baby, or just as you are taking Lamaze classes, why not prepare yourself spiritually by attending the Pre-Baptism Workshop prior to giving birth? As all couples asking to have a child baptized are required to attend, many are finding it helpful to do so before birth. Once your child is born, it is increasingly difficult to find time to get away. Make a date night of it; first the workshop at 7:30pm, then a late night dinner or dessert at an area ice cream establishment!

Baptism Preparation

Because Baptism is such an important sacrament and celebration in the life of your child, we ask parents to participate in a two-part preparation program. One part deals with attending a BAPTISM WORKSHOP (read the above notice) held once a month in the church; the second part includes a HOME VISIT FROM A TEAM MEMBER OF OUR BAPTISM HOSPITALITY TEAM, Parents: do not be surprised and please do welcome members of our Team who call to set up a time they can come to meet with you in your home to share important information about the sacrament of baptism. Thank you!

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Formation of New Planning Teams

Next year we are planning 3 large-scale programs for the spiritual development of our parishioners. This will not be a life-long commitment, but only until the conclusion of the event (and an evaluation of it). We hope that each planning team is composed of 50% parishioners who are already active in a parish ministry and 50% of parishioners who are not currently involved in a parish ministry. If interested, we ask that you sign up for only one planning team. Please fill out and return this printable form to the Parish Office, in care of Sr. Jean. If you have questions, feel free to contact Sr. Jean or Fr. Rich. Thank you.

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People in the Parish
(Bulletin, June 25, 2006)

Chuck Moscarello, a parishioner, has completed his first year of formation in our Diocesan Diaconate Program. Our parish is sponsoring Chuck as he prepares to be ordained a deacon for service in the Diocese of Trenton. Chuck has been very involved in our Youth Ministry Program and will be leading the youth to Appalachia this summer.

Michael Hall, a parishioner, has just completed his "pre-theology" year at St. Mary's Seminary in Baltimore. Mike is studying for the priesthood for service in the Diocese of Trenton. Please keep him in your prayers as he discerns the Lord's call in his life.

Susan Commini and Maureen Cozzi, both parishioners, are enrolled in the Diocese of Trenton's Institute for Lay Ecclesial Ministry, a formation program for service in the church that includes theology, spirituality and ministerial experience.

Jewel Brennan, also a parishioner, has recently graduated from St. Charles Seminary in Overbrook, PA, with a Masters in Systematic Theology. Congratulations, Jewel! She is currently enrolled in the Doctor of Ministry program at the Catholic University of America in Washington DC.

Mr. Jason Briggs, a parishioner and also the Vice Principal of our elementary school, is also enrolled in the Diocesan Institute for Lay Ecclesial Ministry. Mr. Briggs did a wonderful job in his first year as Vice Principal. We are thrilled to have him as a member of our parish.

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The McManimon Library Is Now Open

The James McManimon Memorial Library is now open Monday through Saturday from 9:00am - 5:00pm.  Please feel free to relax & read books, sign out books & video tapes from Adult Faith nights. Just simply sign them out and return to the shelf when you have read or watched the tape.

Stop in and take home a book for spiritual reading or updating your faith. Thanks to Cathy Dey for putting the library in order. (The Library is also used for small meetings so there is a chance it may be occupied; if so, be sure to come by again!) The library is located to the left of the Gathering Space as you enter it.

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Adoptive Parents Organization

APO provides pre and post adoption support, education, advocacy and friendship for all types of adoptive families. Meetings are the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 7:00-9:00pm in the Parish Center at SGTG. Please pray for children who wait for their forever families and those waiting to adopt children.

For more information on our organization, call Ed or Ann  @ 259-7253, or visit our website at http://apocnj.tripod.com for planned events, resources and directions to our meetings and so much more! 

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Good Shepherd Bereavement Ministry 

"And it happened while they were conversing and debating; Jesus himself drew near and walked with them." …..Luke 24:15

The Good Shepherd Bereavement Ministry group meetings are on Tuesdays at 7:30pm in Bachman Lounge in the Parish Center. We offer a friendly space where strangers who are walking on the same grief journey can come together to reflect on their pain and suffering without fear and are introduced to The New Day Journal to help them find Hope in their time of grief. Call Deacon Andrew A. Sabados, Sr. at 609-890-6327 to register.

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The Prayer Garden is Open for Prayer

Why not take a few moments of quiet prayer in our beautiful parish prayer garden? Many thanks to the parishioners who have spent so many hours preparing it for the spring.

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Bible Reading 

We will follow The Little Rock Scripture Study as we read the Acts of the Apostles. For more information and times for our Bible Reading, call Donald at 448-8319.

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Elizabeth Ministry

Please come and share your story and fellowship! If you or someone you know could use our help, please call Linda at 587-1131 ext. 548. If you have a prayer request please email SGGEMPrayerChain@hotmail.com

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Rainbows

St. Gregory the Great is restarting our ministry called RAINBOWS. It is an international, not for profit organization that fosters emotional healing among children grieving a loss from a life-altering crisis. For more information please click here or contact Monica at 890-8190.

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The Bells Are Back!

If your ears have been ringing, you don't need a doctor! You've been hearing new bells from our tower (a completely new, digital system). It will chime every hour from 8am until 7pm. It will also chime 15 minutes before Mass on weekends, & at the hour Mass begins.

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Help Needed To Prepare a Meal

Would you like to reach out to those in need & prepare & deliver a meal to a local family once every month or two? Social Justice is coordinating meals for a local family. This is a great way for families with busy schedules to get involved! If you are interested or need more information, call Donald at 448-8319..

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Mission CD'S Available!!

If you ordered a CD from The Mission talks by Sr. Ann Shields, they can be picked up at the rectory. See Dyan Dirlam. Just in case you were not able to hear Sr. Ann Shields show "Food for the Journey", it can be heard on the Web…http://renewalministries.net/audio_clips_tv_radio.php#food.

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St. Gregory the Great Contemporary Choir

Consider becoming part of the new contemporary liturgical choir at St. Gregory the Great.  We will sing during Ordinary Time at 9:00 Mass. Please contact Carol at 426-4385 or carolporterberman@comcast.net with any questions. 

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Social Concerns Ministry ...

We welcome back all current members, as well as anyone who would just like to attend to learn more about the Ministry and some of the exciting projects we'll be working on in the coming year.

Any questions, please call Dorothy at 609-448-5374. Hope to see you there!

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Food Certificate Information!

ACME- As some of you may know there have been problems with the gift cards. We are temporarily switching to paper certificates as we solve the problems with Acme. Any gift cards that you currently have are okay to use.

MARRAZZO Policy for change on gift certificates. Any amount under $5 will be given in cash. Any change over $5 will be given in certificates. All cashiers have certificates to give as change and should be doing so. If you experience any problem with a cashier not giving change in either of the aforementioned ways, please go to customer service.

If you have any problems or concerns with any part of our food certificate program please feel free to call Karen  @ 259-6229 or Paula  @ 208-1799. We appreciate your support and patience.

Remember: 

  • Our food certificate program is a no cost fund raiser

  •  5% is given back to our parish.

  • Certificates can be purchased at: the rectory during normal office hours, at the school office during school hours, and before and after each mass in the
    gathering space.

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Eucharistic Ministers Home Visitation

It is important for us as a parish to take care of the needs the sick and homebound. If you are already involved in this ministry, or interested in getting involved, please call Sr. Jean at 587-1131 ext. 260. If you have someone at home who needs a Eucharistic Minister to bring Eucharist to the house, please call Sr. Jean.

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Baptism Hospitality Ministry

We VISIT first-time parents and help them prepare for the Welcoming Sacrament of Baptism for their child. If you have any questions, call the rectory.

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Adoptive Parents Organization

We provide pre and post-adoption support, education, advocacy and friendship for all types of adoptive families.  Pray for children who wait for their forever families & those waiting to adopt children. Call Mary at 587-9016 or visit http://apocnj.tripod.com.

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Funeral Choir

If you have a spare day, here and there, the Funeral choir can use your voice. We need both Males and Females for this wonderful Ministry in our Church. For more information, please call Marie at 588-5464. There is no obligation to be at every funeral we have here at St. Gregory the Great. 

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Greeter's Ministry

Please sign-in on the greeter's sheet in the vestibule and look for your badge. You can pick up a "Save My Seat While I Greet" sign to place in your pew. It is easy to be a greeter & deliver a "warm welcome" to our parishioners and guests. Call Ray or Mary at 609-689-3407 if you are interested.

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Ushers …

If you would like to become an usher, please call Mike at  584-0401 or Larry at 584-7961.

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Young Adult Ministry

Are you between the ages of 18 and 35? Interested in meeting new people? Interested in having fun? Interested in learning more about your faith? If so, come check out St. Gregory's Young Adult Ministry group. To read what we have been doing and what's planned, visit: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/StGregsYA. For more information or to get involved, email us at: StGregsYA@yahoogroups.com.  For information about the Gregorian Youth Ministry visit: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/IntheGYM/.

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Visitation Home

The Visitation Home is a non-profit, faith based initiative. This shared living community, located in Mercer County, NJ, will be a place where mentally disabled adults and their assistants live together as family, complimented by the support of neighborhood volunteers.   Please contact  Jeff  at (609) 890-0287 or e-mail: jsreil@optonline.net for more information. 

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Deacon Ralph's Address

The LaMachia's would love to hear from you:

Deacon Ralph & Susan LaMachia
3302 Preston Pointe,
Cumming GA 30041 or e-mail
lamachiar@bellsouth.net

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Fr. Damian's Address

On Sunday, December 4th, 2005 our former associate pastor, Fr. Damian McElroy, was installed as pastor of the Church of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Moorestown. He has served as the parish administrator there since leaving here one year ago. Our prayers are certainly with him. To send congratulations, you can write to him at:

Our Lady of Good Counsel Church
42 W. Main St. - Moorestown, NJ 08057-2497

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HABEMUS PAPAM!
(We Have a Pope!)


Pope Benedict XVI

Click on the following link to learn more about
Pope Benedict XVI

Well Done, Good and Faithful Servant (Matthew 25:23)

1920 - 2005
Pope John Paul II

Click on the following link to learn more about the
 Pontificate of Pope John Paul II

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Dedication Of Our New Church!!!

Click Here for Pictures
 From Our Dedication Liturgy!
(
3/13/04)

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This page last updated on October 15, 2006