Upcoming Events:

Wednesday, August 20, 6:30pm – Pints with Padre at The Fuse patio (44015 Forest Blvd, Harris)
Wednesday, August 20, 6:00pm – Non-Denominational School Prayer Walk (see below)
Thursday, August 21, 5:00pm – Mary and Martha Women’s Group meeting (Parish Hall)
Thursday, August 21, 7:00pm – Knights of Columbus meeting (Parish Hall)
Friday, August 22, 9:15am – Bible Study with Father Matt (Rectory Gazebo)
Sunday, August 24, after 10:30am Mass – Sunday Hospitality (Parish Hall)
August 28 – Faith Formation Registration forms are due
August 25-29 – Father Matt is away:
Tuesday, August 25, 8:30am – Daily Mass
Thursday, August 28 & Friday August 29 – Word and Communion Service at 8:30am, No Confession, Bible study cancelled on Friday.

The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary:
Please make plans to celebrate this Holy Day of Obligation with us:
(Tonight) Thursday, August 14 at 7:00pm – Vigil Mass at Sacred Heart (Rush City)
Friday, August 15 at 8:30am and 6:30pm – Mass at St. Gregory (Note- the evening Mass will use incense)
Friday, August 15 at 9:00am – Mass at Sacred Heart (Rush City)

Non-Denominational School Prayer Walk: Wednesday, August 20, 6:00pm
This event is organized by community members, not sponsored by the school system. All community members, whether you have kids in school or not, are welcome to join this walk to pray over our schools for a safe and successful school year. Meet at the North Branch Middle School and walk to Sunrise Elementary, praying over each school as we go. Contact Erin Horn at erinhorn7@gmail.com with any questions.

Now Hiring – Confirmation Coordinator:
Our Faith Formation staff is nearly complete, but we are still seeking a person to serve as the coordinator for the Confirmation (DOC) program. This is a paid position of approximately 10 hours per week. Classes are scheduled twice per month, typically on Sunday evenings. The Coordinator would need to be present for classes, the retreat, and other special events throughout the school year. The rest of the weekly schedule is flexible and you can work on or off-site. If you are interested, please send a cover letter and resume to the office (info@stgregorynb.org) or chat with Fr. Matt if you have questions.

Catechist Needed:
We are also seeking a catechist to teach our 4th grade students this year. KIC classes are Wednesday evenings, 6:00-7:30pm. Teaching the catechism is a voluntary, but very rewarding experience. Catechists receive a discount on registration fees for their children.

Faith Formation Registration – DUE AUGUST 28:
Barb and Patty are working hard to get the Sunday School, KIC, and DOC programs ready to start in mid-September. Registrations forms have been mailed, sent by Flocknote email, posted on stgregorynb.org/registration-forms/, and printed copies available at church. Please return your completed forms and payment to the office by Thursday, August 28th. New this year – a $20 late fee will apply for forms received after that date. Contact Patty in the Faith Formation office if you have any questions: patty@stgregorynb.org, 651-674-7382. Note- Sunday School (ages 3 – Kindergarten), KIC (1st-8th grade), and DOC (9th and 10th grade) are all on the same form.

Pints with Padre – Last Call:
With just one Pints night left this Summer, don’t miss this chance for good company and good conversation with Father Matt. We will gather around 6:00pm, with a short talk and Q&A with Father Matt at 6:30pm, and round out the evening with socializing at 7:00pm with your beverage of choice.

“Spiritual Direction 101” on Wednesday, August 20 at The Fuse patio (44015 Forest Blvd, Harris)

44th Annual Booya & Fall Festival:
We are gearing up for the Booya & Fall Festival, which takes place on Sunday, September 28 this year.
Raffle tickets will soon be distributed to parishioners to buy or sell. If you would like more than one book to begin with, please call the office so we can set extra aside for you. The raffle is our 2nd biggest moneymaker of the Fall Festival, and we really appreciate everyone doing their part to help sell or buy these tickets for a chance at cash prizes.
The sign-up boards for food donations and items needed for the various booths will be posted soon. We will be asking for donations of themed baskets, bottles of wine, and items for the Country Store, so be thinking about what you could contribute this year.
There are a few booths in need of a new chairperson if we are going to keep these activities going:
Oreo Cookie Booth – Need 1 or 2 people to run the booth from 12:30pm until clean-up.
Bottle Booth – New chairperson or 1-2 people to set up and run it.
Children’s Games – The Balster family has chaired the kids’ games for a few years and would like to hand the reins over to a new person or family for next year. Ideally, we would like a volunteer to step up this year and shadow the Balsters this year in preparation to take over this activity in 2026.

Lord, Renew Your Church:
We are excited to share that our parish is participating in the Archdiocesan capital campaign: “Lord, Renew Your Church”—an initiative designed to help us prepare both our local parish and the Archdiocese for a vibrant future. This campaign will support needed improvements, expand ministry efforts, and strengthen the mission of the Church in our communities. You may be contacted by Fr. Matt or someone from the parish, so please welcome that conversation.

Ministry Fair– September 13-14:
After the Masses on the weekend of September 13 and 14, St. Gregory’s will host a Ministry Fair. If you are in charge of a parish ministry, please connect with the parish office. If you aren’t already involved, this would be a great opportunity to meet the people behind many of our parish groups and discern which ministry would be suited to your talents.

Archdiocesan Passport Adventure & Ice Cream Social:
Archbishop Hebda invites you to become an Archdiocesan Jubilee Pilgrim. This summer through October 12, visit seven or more parishes.· Include our Jubilee co-cathedrals: the Cathedral of Saint Paul and the Basilica of Saint Mary, and look for the Jubilee Cross in each of them.· Visit one of our oldest, newest and/or newly renovated churches.· Participate in a Mass that expands your liturgical experience.·
Join others on October 12 for Mass + Ice Cream Social on the Cathedral of Saint Paul Lawn (pre-registration required). Download or print your passport by visiting https://www.archspm.org/passport/!

Archdiocesan History Book and Graphic Novels available for purchase:
The history book ($36) and the graphic novel “Catholics in the Northland” each chronicle 175 years of the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis. Books are available for purchase from the Parish Office.

Formed.org Catholic Resource – Video of the Week:
The Queen Mother | Lectio: Mary | Episode 4: Mary serves as our Queen Mother. What does that mean? Join Dr. Brant Pitre as he explores the scriptural roots of this title. https://app.formed.org/app/videos/617741/