Entries for March 2019

The need for Lent, our need for Lent, is seen and felt in Wednesday's ashes:  things fall apart, burn and decay.  We've been there; in our own life's journey we know what ashes are like.

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Ash Wednesday - March 6 - Masses will be celebrated at 6:00 am, 8:00 am, Noon, 1:45 pm, and 6:00 pm Stations of the Cross will be held on all Fridays during lent at 7:00 pm Stations of the Cross with our school children will be on the following Fridays at 2:05 pm - March 8, 29, April 5 and 12.  April 12 will be the living stati...

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Please join as a parish community: This year we have two unique and special programs for Lent. The Mass:  Walk through the Liturgy and be transformed by the insights on this most privileged and intimate encounter with our Lord Jesus Christ. Tuesdays - March 12, 19 and 26 at 7:00 pm in Church Spiritual Gifts Inventory: Discover ...

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Read on for additional Fish Fry details and a menu...   The first Fish Fry of the Lenten season is Friday, March 8. The Holy Name Society is looking for volunteers to help setup, cook and serve food, and cleanup. This is one of the largest fundraisers in the parish and 100% of the proceeds go directly...

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Donut Sunday - the Second Sunday of the Month - After 9:00 am Mass Fair Trade Items and Bridge Bread available for Sale at St. Gabriel's Donut Sunday    What is Fair Trade? Fair trade products help create a marketplace that makes sure the profits from the sale of products are fairly distributed to those who grow ...

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St. Gabriel’s Men Have Been Going to White House Retreat in South County for Over 50 Years. Please Join Us. Where is God in your life? The Lord’s gift of peace is waiting for you. Be invigorated and renewed, both spiritually and physically. Enjoy a relaxing and beautiful environment overlooking the Mississippi River bluffs...

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Join us for the St. Gabriel Athletic Association’s Annual “Final 4 Fundraiser - Saturday Party” Dinner, Drinks and 28 Ways to Win! WHEN:     Saturday April 6th, 2019  ~  4:00pm - 11:00pm WHERE:  St. Gabriel Cafeteria HOW:       Purchase a $100 entry a...

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Ever wonder what it's like to walk the red carpet?! Join us on March 9, 2019 at 6:00 pm for the 26th Annual St. Gabriel Auction benefiting the wonderful children of St. Gabriel School! This year's theme is "And the award goes to....St. Gabriel" and we would love for you to see and be seen at this fabulous event...

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A Note from the Nurse I have found that many people are surprised to find that I am not the school nurse, but instead a community health nurse for the people of St. Gabriel’s Parish. In addition to the things you may see me associated with, like this column, the blood drives, and the cancer support group; I also offer other suppo...

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Did you know that St. Gabriel’s has a Young Family Group? The St. Gabriel Young Families Group is an informal group of parish families with children under the age of six. Our goal is to connect families with young children to the Church and each other. The group organizes several social events each year and sponsors a free nursery s...

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Have you heard about the Children’s Liturgy of the Word program at St. Gabriel? Each Sunday during the 9:00 am Mass, Children’s Liturgy provides the opportunity for our littlest parishioners to learn the Gospel on their own level. An amazing community of adult volunteers shares a child-tailored, interactive version of the w...

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Just a reminder to keep saving Boxtops for school. You can put them in the boxes at the church entrances. Last school year we made $1374.30. Every little bit helps! Just a note, the Campbell label program has ended, no need to save them anymore! Thank you for all your help! Questions? Call Lynne Kirner @ 314-353-2438

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