MESSAGE FROM BRIAN RUH, Director of NUGGETS OF FAITH Evangelization….. Q. What does it mean to say that God is

I have been with you for one year and I thank Truth? A. God is light and in Him is no you for your warm welcome, your encouragement, darkness (1 Jn 1:5). His word is truth (Prov 8:7; 2 Sam your kind words and especially your prayers. Last year, 7:28) and His Law is truth (Ps 119:142). [Catechism when I was introduced at all the Masses, I mentioned articles 214-217]. Through the use of natural reason we the premise of evangelization is very simple and can can logically conclude in the existence of God’s truth. be broken down into two main parts. Both parts in- volve conversion. For those of us in the pews, what Where science falters and extrinsic evidence fail, reason are we doing to build and strengthen our own rela- and intrinsic evidence can prove the spiritual which can tionship with Jesus? The second part involves reach- not be measured by material sciences. And yet God ing out to our brothers and sisters who have fallen subjects himself to a special sort of proof. We know away. However, before we can share our Catholic that God is truth on the basis of the absolute credibility Faith with others, we first need to take ownership of of Jesus. He is the ‘way and the truth and the life’ (Jn our faith. For this article, I would like to focus on de- 14:6). Anyone who enters into a relationship with Him veloping a personal relationship with Jesus. This mission of evangelization, of proclaiming can find this out by putting it to the test. If God were and living and sharing the Gospel message, belongs to not ‘true’, then faith and reason could not dialogue with every Baptized member of the Church. Although each other. An agreement is possible, however, because most of the Baptized who call themselves Catholic are God is truth and the truth is divine. not aware of the importance of discipleship, there is a need to grow in relationship with Jesus and to faithful- ly follow Him. Maybe we need a gentle yet firm re- minder of who we are as Catholics, again? THE BIBLE TIMELINE Evangelization involves converting hearts. When I This study program takes you on a 24 week guided jour- was dating my wife, I wanted to spend as much time ney through salvation history. Presenter Jeff Cavins will as possible with her. And if we couldn’t be together in share with you how the Bible tells this story from begin- person we talked on the phone at night. I wanted to ning to end. We will gather Monday nights beginning know what she liked and what she didn’t. I wanted to September 14, in Gathering Rooms 1 & 2 from 6:30 pm get to know her thoughts and what she was passionate until 8:30 pm AND Thursday afternoons beginning about. I wanted to know as much as I could about September 17, in Gathering Rooms 1 & 2 from 12:45 her. And, ultimately, I wanted to take this knowledge pm until 2:45 pm. Due to our current conditions, we and put it into action to show her how much I loved are limited to 25 people per session and registration is her. necessary. There is a Study Set of The Bible Timeline The same idea applies to our relationship with ($35.95) that can assist you. Jesus. If we are Christian, all of us are invited to have You can order your own study set at https:// a close, intimate, and personal relationship with Him. ascensionpress.com/collections/the-bible-timeline-the- But, many may be insecure or unsure about what’s story-of-salvation To access the study online as an indi- involved. If you fall into this category and are not sure vidual, simply purchase the Study Set to get immediate how to begin, may I suggest two first steps? (continued on page 3) access to the videos and study support materials for 12 months. You will be required to make a free account on ‘Thinkific’, Ascension Press has partnered with WEEKLY OFFERINGS ‘Thinkific’ to deliver the study experience online. This Weekly envelopes may be mailed or you may submit only needs to be done once. The ‘Thinkific’ account is your offering via our online donation system on our separate from your Ascension account. To join, please website. Envelopes may also be dropped off at the Contact Ascension Press at [email protected] Parish Office using the drop box inside the outer foy- or call 1-800-376-0520. For further information, please er of the Parish Office. The outer foyer is open 24 /7 contact Brian Ruh at 688-5678 or [email protected] and the drop box leads to a safe. We thank you for your continued support.

(continued from page 2) Loyola Press, Ascension Press, Our Sunday Visitor Step one – Be intentional. We are intentional or Dynamic Catholic to name just a few. Look for about many things in life and they involve what we care news agencies with a Catholic perspective, like CNA about deeply such as family, hobbies and friendships. (Catholic ), Catholic.com, CNS Take the steps to build a relationship with Jesus. Not (), Catholic World News, only “know” about Him (as you point to your head) but Zenit News Agency and EWTN News. Check out also “know” Him (as you point to your heart). It’s not some Catholic periodicals, like National Catholic Regis- an either/or choice but a both/and decision. Take the ter, Catholic Exchange, National Catholic Reporter, Ameri- time to “know” Him, not only intellectually but through can Magazine, and Crisis Magazine. I believe in you, but a friendship using the Sacraments, Scriptures and prayer. more importantly Jesus believes in you and desper- Step two – Once you intentionally choose Jesus, ately desires your friendship. "A journey of a thou- you need to do it again and again and again… When I sand miles begins with a single step”. promised to be faithful to Trish, in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health, to love her and to honor her all the days of my life, it wasn’t solely an emotional act. I chose to love her that day and every day forward through repeated acts of the will and rely on the solemn commitment we made to each other through our vows. There are days when we do not get along with each oth- KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS AND FIAT er and those are the days I rely on that intentional com- JOIN TOGETHER FOR BBQ mitment I made to her on our wedding day, again and again and again… These are two first steps in develop- WHAT: Weidner BBQ ing a personal relationship with Jesus, a conversion of To Go ONLY the heart. WHEN: September 19 Couples married 20, 35, 50 plus years very often TIME: 2:30 pm - 7:00 attest that as time goes on their relationship continues to pm grow and mature. Just as a marriage matures with daily WHERE: Outside the Ministry Cen- encounters, our relationship with Christ will deepen as ter COST: Pre-sale tickets* $11.00. Day of price we encounter Him daily through Scripture, prayer and $12.00 the Sacraments, all of which serve to both strengthen *If you have a previously purchased 2020 pre-sale and secure the relationship when the times of trial come. ticket from the Fish Fry (that was not redeemed) you Sadly, for some, as time goes on, relationships may dis- may redeem it for this event. Bring your Fish Fry solve or break. One important difference between hu- ticket to the Parish Office prior to the event to swap man relationships and our relationship with Jesus is that it for your BBQ ticket by September 10.

Jesus never, ever turns away from us! Even if we turn HOW TO PURCHSAE TICKETS: Fill out the from Him, He lovingly, compassionately and patiently, form below and return to the Parish OR— Come to waits for us to return to Him and when we do, He will the Parish Office Monday though Friday from 8:00 always, always welcome us back with arms wide open! am to 4:00 pm to purchase tickets. Tickets may be What are you doing to strengthen your relation- purchased at the Café or the Store. ship with Jesus? Intentionally set aside time each day to spend with Jesus. We have so many great resources PRINT NAME:______available to us today that you’re bound to find some- thing to help you build your relationship with Jesus. PHONE #:______Join us for daily Mass, subscribe to a daily reflection, ADDRESS:______read the Scriptures, listen to our local Catholic radio station, WLOF, 101.7 FM, subscribe to FORMED QUANTITY:______(directions in the Bulletin and it’s free), enjoy the scores CASH or CHECK (circle one) of talks, videos and video series. Go for a walk and pray, pray the Rosary with your coffee (start off with a dec- Check#______ade), pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet. Pick up a book that interests you from St. Greg’s Catholic Store, the EWTN Catalogue, Catholic Answers, Ignatius Press, 3

PARKING LOT UPDATE:WEEKEND MASS NEWS We have noticed a decline in sign ups but the same The process of repaving amount of people attending each week. Even if you our parking lot will begin do not sign up you on Monday, August 24, at may still attend 6:30 am. This will entail Mass; HOWEVER, milling and any repairs followed by the paving of the please know we can entire lot. This will be done in three phases. Phase 1 only have 250 per of the project will encompass the areas behind the Mass and once we Church, Phase 2 will encompass the area to the side have hit that capaci- and front of the Church and Phase 3 will involve the ty, we will not be road from Maple into the main Church lot. able to let anyone Please be attentive to areas that are blocked off dur- else enter. ing this time. Please note Monday, August 31, the If you can not sign up online, please call the Parish entrance off of Maple Road will be closed and all Office at 688-5678 by Friday at noon to have a staff cars will need to enter from St. Gregory Court. member assist you with sign up. Thank you in advance for your patience and cooper- ation with this project.

RETROUVAILLE Help For Your Marriage: Do you feel alone? Are you frustrated or angry with one another? The Retrouvaille (Rediscovery) program helps couples through difficult times. This is a marriage ministry working with the Diocese of Buffalo. The next up-coming weekend will take place October 2nd-4th. All calls are confidential and pre- registration is required. Space is limited. For more information, call 474-9371 or visit www.HelpOurMarriage.org

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WHEN COMING TO CHURCH PLEASE ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING EXPECTATIONS:

• Only the front doors of the Church will be used to enter and exit for weekend Masses. If there is a line waiting to enter the Church please remain physically distant from other families in line. • You are required to wear a face covering and will not be able to enter if you do not have one. • Face coverings MUST be over your nose and mouth the entire time you are in Church. • Hand sanitizer will be available at the front Church doors and must be used upon entering. • We ask you to distance yourself from others by six (6) feet, with the exception of families who may sit together. • The Crying Room will be closed until further notice. • Communion will be brought to you in your pew. Keep your face covering on as the Eucharistic Minis- ter approaches you. Communion may be received in the hand only. • After the Eucharistic Minister moves to the next person, lower or lift your face covering, place the Eu- charist in your mouth, place your face covering back on and sit back down in your pew. • No one may leave Mass early. Dismissal will take place row by row starting from the front working toward the back to maintain proper physical distancing. • Please begin exiting as soon as the Priest has left the altar. • There will be a basket at the exit doors of the Church for you to place your contributions. You may also continue to place your offerings in the secure drop box in the Office vestibule or use our on-line con- tribution system. We thank you for your great support through this entire crisis. • Please do not congregate in the Church or outside of the main entrance of the Church after Mass. Overall Requests

• As per the Bishop, the dispensation from the obligation to attend Sunday Mass remains in place, in par- ticular for those who are most vulnerable. It is recommended that those who are in poor health, fall in the category of high risk per the CDC and children under the age of two (2) not attend Mass. • Please know we must be in compliance with Diocesan and New York State guidelines. • Even if you feel you do not need a face covering or to honor physical distancing, please main- tain both because many others DO see the need. A basic part of our Faith is thinking of others and this is a time we need to be mindful of others. • We are grateful to have you back in Church and ask everyone to practice good Catholic Christian un- derstanding of love and mutual respect. STAY CONNECTED TO ST. GREG’S FORMED Our Parish Apps provide quick access to the Bulletin; Are you looking for some spiritual op- learn about closings, cancellations and updates within tions during this year? We invite you to the Parish, School, Family Faith Formation consider subscribing to FORMED.org or Youth Ministry. where you can find entertaining Catho- To download Parish App: lic movies, children’s videos, enlighten- IPHONE USERS TEXT: ParishApp1 to ing programs, inspiring talks and a great selection of e- 555888 books. FREE! Visit “www.formed.org” ANDROID USERS TEXT: ParishApp2 to 555888 1. Click on “Sign Up” box VISIT YOUR APP STORE: Search WeConnect, Par- 2. Click on “I belong to a Parish or Organization” ish App, look for the blue icon above and follow the 3. Click on “Create A New Account” box. prompts. • Type in “St. Gregory the Great. Williamsville PRAYER CHAIN 14221” OR Did you know that St. Gregory’s has •Type in Parish Code: “D7B6CQ” had a Prayer Chain for 30 years, with 4. Enter your e-mail and create a password approximately 80 members who will Enjoy the best Catholic e-books, talks, children’s vide- pray for your intentions? You may call os and movies. the Parish Office at 688-5678 to place a name on the prayer chain list and your intention will be remem- bered for 30 days. 5

FAMILY FAITH FORMATION JESUS: THE WAY, THE TRUTH, AND

DISCIPLE CAMP OUTREACH: THE LIFE STUDY PROGRAM Food Drive: Non-perishables. Please drop off your A Powerful Study on the Life of Jesus Christ donations Monday - Thursdays at the FFF Office A virtual Bible study facilitated by Arlene Meyerhofer from 8:00 am - 12 noon. every Thursday at 11:30 am or 7:00 pm from September 17-November 19, 2020. For more information contact CREATIVE CLASSROOMS: This summer, we couldn’t Arlene at [email protected] or call 430-5575 have Disciple Camp in our regular classrooms here at • A 10-week video study program and book, an- St. Greg’s. But one group of Disciple Camp students chored in the life of Christ as presented in the Gos- and their families decided to make their experience pels. productive and fun! Each student’s family was made • This study explores the entirety of Jesus’ life—who responsible for a part of the program and had the chil- He is, what He is really like, what He taught, what dren work on them together. They combined the les- He did for our salvation, and what all of this means son with either lunch or dinner and some other activi- for us as Catholics today. ty. The children and families have enjoyed the sessions • Presented by Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio, Jeff thus far Cavins and Dr. Edward Sri, this study was filmed in the Holy Land so Catholics can experience the extraordinary world in which Jesus lived and taught—the historical context, the politics, the clashing cultures, the history, and the ancient land—and see where the most significant events of His life took place, from His infancy to His ascen- sion. • This study shows, in a simple way, how Jesus, the Incarnate God, is both fully divine and fully hu- man—His intimacy with the Father, His revelation Pictured above are Disciple Camp students: Elizabeth Beaton, of the Father’s love, and His extraordinary influence Rory Kingsley, Hannah Meetze & Lucy White on His disciples, His followers, and even His ene- mies. • Most importantly, this encounter with Christ will REGISTRATION FOR 2020-2021 inspire and empower you to center your entire life Thank you to all of our Family Faith Formation fami- in Him as you come to know and love Him in an lies and Catechists for your kind patience and under- ever-deeper and more intimate way. standing through-out the COVID-19 closings and this HOW TO ACCESS THIS STUDY ONLINE: period of every changing government advisories. We To access this study, simply purchase the Study Set for have missed you all and are so pleased that Online immediate access to the videos and study support mate- Registration for the 2020-2021 school year is now rials for 12 months. You will be required to make a free available. For more information and registration, go account on Thinkific, the platform Ascension has part- to: www.stgregs.org/family-faith-formation/ nered with to deliver the study experience online. This only needs to be done once. The Thinkific account is separate from your Ascension account. To Join please contact Ascension Press: [email protected] or call 1-800-376-0520. Cost of Video Access is $12.95 (includes virtual workbook).

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ADORATION CHAPEL UPDATE Adoration of the Blessed Sacra- ment has been a long-standing ministry and devotion here at St. Greg’s. We are working RECOGNIZE THE DIGNITY OF EVE- hard to make the Adoration RY PERSON: In his General Audience on August Chapel available again as the 12, Francis exhorted the faithful to combat viola- Parish continues to re-open. tions of human dignity as vigorously as they battle the For the Blessed Sacrament to coronavirus: be exposed for an extended period of time in our “Dear brothers and sisters: [So] many people [are] … Chapel there is much planning, preparation and work dedicating themselves to the sick even at the risk of to be done. One piece of the planning includes making their own health. …However, the coronavirus is not the sure our facilities are updated to meet with the new only disease to be fought, but rather, the pandemic has safety guidelines. Another very important part is to shed light on broader social ills. One of these is a dis- make sure we have Adorers of the Blessed Sacrament torted view… that ignores the dignity and relationship while exposed on the altar. of the person. At times we look at others as objects, to be used and discarded. [This] type of perspective blinds, In order to do this we are asking all who were Adorers and fosters an individualistic and aggressive throw-away and any new Adorers to sign up for a time slot to culture, which transforms the human being into a con- spend in Adoration. Please contact the Parish Office sumer good. with your name, phone number, and email address. We “[We] know, …that God …has created us in His image will share this information with those overseeing the re -opening efforts. and likeness (Genesis 1:27). In this way He has given us a unique dignity, calling us to live in [harmony] with Him, The first step in rebuilding this ministry is to secure …with [others,] and with respect for all creation. … Adorers for Adoration in the Church on Mondays And …in this harmony, God gives us the ability to pro- starting after the noon Mass until 5:00 pm. Please let us create and safeguard life… know as soon as possible if you are able to assist on “Therefore, let us ask the Lord to give us eyes attentive Mondays. to [others], especially those who are suffering. As Je- sus’s disciples we do not want to be indifferent or indi- The summer schedule is in full vidualistic. …Indifferent: I look the other way. Individ- swing for Middle School, High ualist: looking out only for one’s own interest. …God School, and Young Adults. Our asks that we look [to]… the needs of others … We summers are full of fun summer want to recognize the human dignity in every person, activities, like movie nights on the whatever [their] race, language or condition might be. lawn, outdoor games, going to …This renewed awareness of the dignity of every hu- Mass, and much more! A big thank man being has serious social, economic and political -you to all the parents, teens, and everyone involved implications… with SGYM3 for being incredibly patient and support- “May the Lord ‘restore our sight’ to rediscover what it ive as we make our comeback. Everyone has done a means to be members of the human family. And may phenomenal job following our new safety protocols, this sight be translated into concrete actions of compas- all while still creating a positive and welcoming envi- sion and respect for every person and of care and safe- ronment. guarding of our common home.” (Full text at w2.vatican.va)

“There is no key to happiness; the door is always open.” ~ Saint Mother Theresa

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EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS We are in need of Eucharistic Ministers both new and already trained to assist for daily and weekend Masses. Please contact Tom Ahearn or the Parish Office to learn more. Contact Tom at [email protected]

BAPTISM UPDATE Baptism classes are the first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm in Gathering Room 1. The next class is set for Tuesday, September 1, 2020. We are scheduling Bap- Food Shuttle of WNY, a community-wide ministry tisms on Sundays after the 12:30 pm Mass, one family that started and continues to be based here at St. per Baptism. Please call Jo Pierino @ 688-5678 Ext. Greg’s, is in serious need of your time and assis- 301 to register for class and to schedule the Baptism. tance. Food Shuttle volunteers transport prepared and

perishable food directly from supermarkets, bakeries CONFESSIONS and other food providers to food pantries, soup kitch- NEW TIME AND NEW LOCATION ens, and shelters. In it's over 30 years of operation, Confession is available on Saturdays. Please note that the Food Shuttle has transported millions of pounds of confessions will be at our normally scheduled time 2:30 food, helping to feed thousands of needy people in the Buffalo area. - 3:30 pm and the new location is in the Ministry Center Gymnasium. Please make sure you wear a face covering The pandemic has increased our need for new people, when going to Confession. especially some willing to take on administrative lead-

ership roles. FIRST COMMUNION Food Shuttle has recently been on an pandemic pause, We are so pleased to announce the final First Commun- but if we are unable to enlist new help, Food Shuttle ion has been rescheduled for September 2. Letters have will be in danger of ceasing operations permanently. been sent home to families assigned to this date. Don't sit back and allow this to happen. Please call the Food Shuttle Hot Line at 688-2527 and let us know JOIN MILLIONS that you are responding to our plea for help by volun- AROUND THE WORLD teering to assist with leadership or as a driver. In this critical time, the Food Shuttle is needed more than ev- IN PRAYING THE RO- er to help feed the hungry. SARY WHAT IS R.C.I.A.? The Rosary is one of the most im- portant, meritorious and powerful The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults prayers one can pray. Please consider is the 's program to an- praying the Rosary daily by yourself swer questions from inquirers about the or with your family. These prayers Faith, teach Catholic dogma and introduce Catholic “transform” our families, our com- practices and devotion to newcomers. R.C.I.A. re- munity, our country and the world in stores the ancient practice of the Catechumenate: "a a positive way! period of well-suited instruction...sanctified by liturgi- For those of you who are watching cal rites to be performed at successive intervals of Mass at home, EWTN has the Ro- time." (Congregation for Divine Worship, 1972). For sary after 8:00 am daily and again at those inquiring about or seeking entry into the Catho- 9:30 pm. lic Faith, this is your program! Call the parish office The Rosary is the weapon for or email [email protected] for more information. these times.” —St. Padre Pio Formal sessions start September 16.

Saturday, August 22 Mason Vigil Masses 12:00 pm Jeremiah F. Hickey & Margaret Simmons 4:00 pm Cyril & Sylvia Odien by Craig & by Mary Pat Ruthven Pam Sautter Harvey and Rose Hoelscher by Thursday, August 27 St. Monica Richard & Donna Suchan 7:00 am Eugene & Clare Wesolowski by Family 5:30 pm Mary Patricia Paxon by Bill Paxon & 8:00 am Dr. Datta Wagle by Gail Mattulke Susan Molinari 12:00 pm Diane Coughlin by Connie Vicari

Sunday, August 23 Friday, August 28 St. Augustine 8:00 am Vincent P. Tricoli (anniv) by Theresa 7:00 am Peter Leone by Joyce Santora & Family Tricoli & children 8:00 am Joseph & Luella Miller by Sharyn & Ralph Nazareth by Marie Nazareth William Miller 9:30 am Martin & Winifred Groet by Joseph 12:00 pm Mary Patricia Paxon by Bill Paxon & & Susan Braunscheidel Susan Molinari 11:00 am Ryan Marchiori by Matt & Debra Sheehan Saturday, August 29 The Passion of St. John the 12:30 pm Iside Trianno (birth) by Joyce Santora Baptist & Family 8:00 am Valerie Garrison by Family 4:30 pm Jerome Sperrazza (anniv) by Daughter Vigil Masses 4:00 pm Lorraine & Henry Wojtowicz (anniv) by Monday, August 24 St. Bartholomew, Apostle Gail Wojtowicz 7:00 am Rev. Dennis G. Riter by Priests of 5:30 pm Deceased Members of Klocke Family by St.Gregory’s Parish Bob & Barbara Klocke 8:00 am Frank Algera (birth) by Marie Anibaldi Andrew Varbanov by Mother Sunday, August 30 12:00 pm Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Scarcella by (the 8:00 am Walter Kostrzewski by Sharon Sans late) Mrs. Virginia Scarcella 9:30 am Sophie & Stanley Bogdan by Alfasso Family Tuesday, August 25 Sts. Louis, Joseph Calasanz 11:00 am Dottie Hoffman by Dad, Julie, Alan, A.J. 7:00 am Joan Ann Parisi by Mr. & Mrs. John Scio & Stephen 8:00 am Anastasia Kuhn (anniv)by Family 12:30 pm Rosario Contella by Richard Bene 12:00 pm Joseph & Jennie Pegnia by Son & Family Anthony B. Misercola by Wife Bernice Gantress (birth) by Family 4:30 pm Valerie Garrison by The Family

Wednesday, August 26 7:00 am Sam Carocci by St. Gregory’s Mens’ Golf League 8:00 am Nicole Zimmer (anniv) by Dolores

FIRST COMMUNION PICTURES DECEASED HERE PATRICIA A. TRINDER

9 MASS INTENTIONS 2021

Please complete the form below and mail it to our Parish PARISH OFFICE Office (200 St. Gregory Court, Williamsville, NY 14221), 200 St. Gregory Court; 688-5678 Fax: 688-2315 ATTENTION: 2021 Masses. Only mail-ins will be ac- PASTOR Fr. Leon J. Biernat; [email protected] cepted at this time. The standard stipend for a Mass is

PAROCHIAL VICARS $15 (check made payable to St. Gregory). If you have up Msgr. Thomas Maloney; [email protected] to 5 Masses, please send a list with ALL the information Fr. Paul S. Cygan; [email protected] and one payment. Fr. Moses Ikuelogbon; [email protected]

PERMANENT DEACONS Deacon Michael G. Bochiechio PLEASE PRINT TO ENSURE ACCURACY. Deacon Paul Walter; [email protected] PASTORAL YEAR SEMINARIAN Name of Mass Intention Offered (e.g. John & Jane Joseph Tokasz [email protected] PASTORAL ASSOCIATE Doe or The Doe Family): Sr. Shawn Czyzycki; [email protected]

DIRECTOR OF EVANGELIZATION Brian Ruh ; [email protected] ______DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRY Nancy Erdman; [email protected] ______ASSOC. DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRY Michael Cygan; [email protected] OFFICE SUPERVISOR Circle One: Living Deceased Anniversary Birthday Mary Beth Pfeiffer; [email protected] DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS/HR Marisa Piazza; [email protected] Do you need a Mass card? _____ Yes _____ No

YOUTH & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY Adam Jarosz - College & Young Adult; I do not have a specific date/time to request, please [email protected] Nicole Janecek - Middle School; assign the next available Mass. [email protected] PARISH NURSE Lee Zack ; [email protected] Mass Date Requested ______TRUSTEES: Christie Thein, Thomas Vacanti

SCHOOL OFFICE 250 St. Gregory Court 688-5323 Fax: 688-6629 Mass Time Requested ______

PRINCIPAL Julie Gajewski; [email protected] SCHOOL BOARD - [email protected] Individual/Family Requesting Mass Fr. Leon J. Biernat, Chairman ______FAMILY FAITH FORMATION OFFICE 250 St. Gregory Court 688-5760 Fax: 639-8251 ______DIRECTOR Joan M. Rischmiller; [email protected]

PARISH OFFICE HOURS Phone Number: ______MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:30 am - 4:00 pm SUNDAY - CLOSED Email:______MASS SCHEDULE WEEKDAYS: (Monday-Friday) 7:00, 8:00 and 12:00 noon; (Saturday) 8:00 am only. Check Number: ______SATURDAY: 4:00 pm and 5:30 pm SUNDAY: 8:00, 9:30 and 11:00 am; 12:30 and 4:30 Check Amount: ______pm HOLY DAYS: As listed in the Bulletin. For those who are unable to join us, all Masses I am interested in the (circle your request): can be viewed on our website. Wine Host Candle CATHOLIC STORE HOURS (276-6920): Tuesday-Friday, 8:30 am-2:00 pm; Saturday 8:30 am- Week or Month: ______12:00 pm; Sunday 9:00 am-2:00 pm. Closed Monday.

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