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UPCOMING EVENTS:

October 6-13 – Father Matt is away. Check the bulletin for changes to the Daily Mass and Reconciliation schedule.
Friday, October 9, 6:00pm – Friday Fun Night for grades 3-5, St. Gregory Parish Hall
Saturday, October 10, Noon – Public Square Rosary, North parking lot of St. Gregory
Saturday, October 10, after 5:30pm Mass- Saturday Hospitality, Parish Hall
Sunday, October 11, after 10:30am Mass – Coffee Sunday, Parish Hall
Monday, October 12 – Offices closed for Columbus and Indigenous Peoples Day
Monday, October 12, 7:00pm – “No Greater Love” video series, Parish Hall
Tuesday, October 13, 8:30am – No Daily Mass; Word and Communion Service instead
Wednesday, October 14 – No Faith Formation class due to MEA week.
Thursday, October 15, 5:30pm – Mary and Martha Women’s Group monthly meeting, Parish Hall
Thursday, October 15, 7:00pm – Knights of Columbus monthly meeting, Parish Hall
Friday, October 16, 11:00am – Funeral Mass for Colleen Wilbur, daughter of Richard and Patricia Hermann; Visitation at 10:00am

Hospitality Weekend at St. Gregory’s – This weekend
This weekend is the Hospitality Weekend for September, with Saturday Hospitality and a light meal (homemade lasagna) after the 5:00pm Saturday Mass and traditional Coffee Sunday after the Sunday 10:30am Mass. We hope to see you there for one or both.

Second Collection – Next weekend
October 17th & 18th will be the monthly second collection. The collection for October will be for Mission Sunday.

That’s a wrap! Booya and Fall Festival
We had such a great turnout for the Booya and Fall Festival on September 27! Thank you to everyone who attended or volunteered at this annual event. A report on the earnings and raffle winners will be reported in the next bulletin.

Friday Fun Night – October 9, 6:00pm
The October Friday Fun Night will be for youth in Grades 3-5 only. Kids of both parishes are welcome at St. Gregory’s Parish Hall on Friday, October 9, 6:00-8:30pm for a night of fun and games with their peers. Children and friends who are not registered for the Faith Formation program will need a signed permission slip.

Public Square Rosary – Saturday, October 10, Noon
Join Mary Ruyman-Lee to pray the Rosary on Saturday, October 10 at Noon in the St. Gregory north parking lot. This event will be outside. You are welcome to bring blankets and lawn chairs. Looks like we’re in for a hot one this year! Dress for hot weather and bring your sunscreen!

Women’s Book Club – Starts next week
All women are invited to join us in reading and discussion of “St. Monica and the Persistent Power of Prayer” by Mike Aquilina and Mark Sullivan. Sign up sheets are available now in the St. Gregory narthex. In our six weeks together we will learn about St. Monica and join her as we pray for those who have left the faith. You may choose either a Wednesday morning session beginning October 14 (9:00-10:30am) or a Thursday evening session beginning October 15 (7:00-8:30pm). Please purchase your own book available online at The Catholic Company and Catholic Supply. Contact Teresa Peterson, Claire Kind, or the Parish Office with questions.

Mary and Martha’s Prayer Partner Ministry – Sign up by October 15
All women of the parish are invited to participate in the M&M’s Prayer Partner ministry by praying for another for a period of one year. Interested women should fill out one of the forms in the pews by Wednesday, October 15th. Please deposit your completed form in the container at the back of church. We will draw names from all those who are interested to determine prayer partners and you will be notified of who your partner is. You also may have the opportunity to meet your prayer partner at a breakfast sponsored by the M&M’s in the Spring.

Trunk or Treat – Sunday, October 25 (RSVP by October 18 to host a trunk)
Bring your best costumes and decorations for our 5th annual Trunk or Treat on Sunday, October 25, from 2:00 to 4:00pm in the North parking lot and lawn. Please RSVP to Liz Long by October 18 if you are interested in hosting a trunk.

OCIA/Catholic 101 – Classes open to all; Next class on Saturday, October 24 at 9:30am
"OCIA/Catholic 101" class is now open to all adults--those hoping to become Catholic as well as parishioners who would like to learn more about their Catholic faith. The group will generally meet every other Saturday (until Easter) from 9:30 to 11:00am, usually in St. Gregory's Parish Hall. The next class will be Saturday, October 24th. Contact Fr. Matt (fathermatt@stgregorynb.org) or the parish office to sign-up.

Job Opening – Part-time Bookkeeper; now accepting applications
While we have had a few applicants, we are still in the search for a part-time bookkeeper to serve our two parishes. This hourly-paid staff position is part-time at 10-20 hours per week. If you know anyone with bookkeeping or accounting experience, who is a practicing Christian, and seeking a job, please encourage them to apply. Cover letters and resumes can be sent to St. Gregory’s Parish Office or emailed to donna@stgregorynb.org. The full job description can be found online at https://www.indeed.com/job/part-time-bookkeeper-eb10b051a58554e9

Second Collection – Next weekend
October 17th & 18th will be the monthly second collection. The collection for October will be for Mission Sunday.

Formed.org Catholic Resource – Video of the Week:
St. Teresa of Avila - A powerful epic mini-series shot on location in Spain that tells the story of one of the most amazing women in history, St. Teresa of Avila. With meticulous attention to detail and historical accuracy, this acclaimed major film production is the definitive film on the life of this great saint. https://app.formed.org/app/videos/914915/

SYNOD Year 4 Objectives:
As an objective of the Synod – Year 4 plan, each month will feature a special blessing on one weekend, and a liturgy to highlight. The Mass blessings on October 17 and 18 will be for all married couples.

YOUTH MINISTRY EVENTS: Contact Liz Long (liz@stgregorynb.org) with questions and to sign up.

Friday Fun Night – October 9, 6:00pm
The October Friday Fun Night will be for youth in Grades 3-5 only. Kids of both parishes are welcome at St. Gregory’s Parish Hall on Friday, October 9, 6:00-8:30pm for a night of fun and games with their peers. Children and friends who are not registered for the Faith Formation program will need a signed permission slip.

Youth Nativity Play – Practices start November 4
The sign-up is now open for St. Gregory’s 3rd Annual Youth Nativity Play for Pre-K through 3rd grade kids. This play will only happen if there is enough interest. Please don’t delay in communicating if your child/ren want to participate. Contact the Faith Formation office or Liz Long (liz@stgregorynb.org). Practices will be 6:00-7:30pm on Wednesdays (November 4, 11, 18, and December 2), plus Sundays (December 6 and 13). The performances will be December 16 (Performance at KIC), and December 20 (3:00pm, open to the parish).

LOOKING AHEAD:

Veteran’s Day Breakfast – Saturday, November 7 at 10:00am
All parishioners who are veterans or active duty military are invited with their immediate family members to our 2nd annual Veteran’s Day breakfast on Saturday, November 7th in the St. Gregory Parish Hall. Veterans and family members should RSVP to the Parish Office by Wednesday, November 4th. Volunteers interested in helping with this event should contact Liz Long (liz@stgregorynb.org)

Chill & Chatter – Sunday, November 8, 12:30pm
The first Chill & Chatter event will be on Sunday, November 8, beginning at 12:30pm (after Coffee Sunday). All ages are welcome to join us for pizza, popcorn, pop, and fun! Try your hand at cribbage or compete as a team of 4 in the puzzle competition.

Friday Fun Nights – Family Edition: Bowling at Split Rocks, November 20 at 5:00pm, (RSVP by Friday, November 13)
All ages are welcome to meet at Split Rocks in Wyoming on Friday, November 20 for a night of family fun and bowling. Meet there at 5:00pm. Families will pay their own shoe rental ($4 each) and bowling (cost to be determined by the number of participants and timeframe). Food is also available to purchase on your own. Please RSVP to Liz Long by Friday, November 13.
     About Family Fun Night Events: These will be off-site events. Families will be responsible for their own transportation and for paying (although a group discount may apply). We will meet in a central spot at the event location. Parents will need to attend with their children. In the case that a child attends with a different family, notice needs to be given with the RSVP. Watch for details of these other upcoming family events: Snow tubing at Wild Mountain (January 15), and roller skating at Thunderblades (March 12)