St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church & School Pastor Rev. Michael W. Davis July 18, 2021
Parochial Vicars Rev. Eliseus Ezeuchenne Rev. Khiet Pham Rev. Nicholas Toledo
Permanent Deacon Deacon Bill Horton
Mass Times Saturday
8:30 a.m. Daily Mass
Saturday Vigil
4:00 p.m. Vigil Church 4:15 p.m. Overflow Vigil Parish Center as needed
Sunday
7:30 a.m . Church 9:00 a.m. Church 10:30 a.m. Church 12:00 p.m. Church 1:30 p.m. Spanish Church 3:00 p.m. Spanish Church 6:00 p.m . Church
Weekdays 7:00 a.m. & 8:30 a.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m . (Spanish)
Church Office Business Hours
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed for Lunch 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m .
200 N University Dr. Plantation, FL 33324
www.saintgreg.org
Church 954 473-6261 School 954 473-8169
Mission Statement “Together, sharing the faith, and building a future in Christ.” MASS SCHEDULE & I NTENTIONS presider Schedule
Saturday , July 24 Sunday july 18, 2021 8:30am (Fr. Pham) 7:30am † Ann & Ted Placzek …….(Jack Averell) 9:00am † Theon Richardson ……..(Kelly & Matt Moore) 4:00pm (Fr. Nicholas) 10:30am For the People of Saint Gregory 4:15pm (Fr. Eliseus) (Parish Center)
12:00pm † Leo Schappert & Larry Sholar .(5:30pm Mass Ushers) 1:30pm † Rutilio Perez & Natalie Escandon ...(Betancourt Fam.) Sunday, July 25
3:00pm † Reynalda Velazquez …………...(Betancourt Fam.) 7:30am (Fr. Nicholas) 6:00pm † Dakota Wallick …………...... (Kathie Logan) 9:00am (Fr. Pham) Monday, july 19 10:30am (Fr. Eliseus
7:00am † For Souls in Purgatory ……..(Schmelz Family) 12:00pm (Fr. Eliseus) 8:30am † Dr. John Rebello …………....(Lourdes DeWick) 1:30pm (Fr. Nicholas) (Spanish)
Tuesday, july 20 3:00pm (Fr. Nicholas) (Spanish) 6:00pm (Fr. Pham) 7:00am † For Souls in Purgatory …(Schmelz Family) 8:30am † John Rebello ……………(Ann Marie Carrigan) Adoration on Wednesday, july 21 Eucharistic Thursdays
7:00am † For Souls in Purgatory …..(Schmelz Family) The Last Supper of our Lord was on a 8:30am † Kristine Veskosky ………..(Mom, Dad and Brian) Thursday. In honor of this major event in 7:00pm Ernestina Ruiz/S.I… ……. (Tina Raad) the life of Jesus and His Church, the Thursday, july 22 parish of Saint Gregory the Great offers weekly adoration of the Blessed 7:00am † For Souls in Purgatory ……..(Schmelz Family) Sacrament from 4:00pm to 9:00pm every 8:30am † Josefina & Luis Villaescosa ..(Francois Family) Thursday, concluding with a solemn benediction ceremony at 8:50pm. Many have been Friday, july 23 partaking of this blessed opportunity each week for 7:00am † Alfonso Chen …...(Mavis Chen) the past year, and all are encouraged to receive the 8:30am † Nora Estrada …...(Ana Saponaro) grace which comes from spending time with our
Saturday, july 24 Eucharistic Lord. All are welcome on Thursdays to pray and adore. 8:30am † Kristie Sultzer ………………(Family) 4:00pm Yolanda Cristina Pirez/S.I... (Yolanda M. Pirez) Adult Education Lecture Series with Father Davis Readings for the Week of July 18, 2021 Spread out over four Monday evenings, beginning on Sunday Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time September 13 th , Father Davis will offer a lecture Jer 23:1-6; Ps 23:1-3, 3-4, 5, 6; Eph 2:13-18; series on Catholic Mariology, as a way to help us Mk 6:30-34 deepen our understanding of the person and role of Monday Ex 14:5-18; Ex 15:1bc-2, 3-4, 5-6; Mt 12:38-42 Mary of Nazareth, the Blessed Mother of Jesus Our Tuesday Saint Apollinaris, Bishop and Martyr Lord. Due to space limitations, seating is limited. To Ex 14:21—15:1; Ex 15:8-9, 10 and 12, 17; get your name on the list and to reserve a space, Mt 12:46-50 please call Fabiola Adriano at the parish office, Wednesday Saint Lawrence of Brindisi, Priest and Doctor 954-473-6261. of the Church Ex 16:1-5, 9-15; Ps 78:18-19, 23-24, 25-26, 27-28; Mt 13:1-9 Outdoor Candlelight Thursday Feast of Saint Mary Magdalene International Rosary Ceremony Sg 3:1-4b or 2 Cor 5:14-17 or Ex 19:1-2, 9-11, 16-20b; Dn 3:52, 53, 54, 55, 56 or Ps 71:1-2, October is the Month of the Holy Rosary. As such, 3-4a, 5-6ab, 15 and 17; Jn 20:1-2, 11-18 we will again have an outdoor multi-lingual candlelight rosary ceremony on Tuesday, October Friday Saint Bridget, Religious 12th, at 7:00pm at the Marian Grotto near the old Ex 20:1-17; Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 11; Mt 13:18-23 ministries building at the far end of the property. A Saturday Saint Sharbel Makhlūf, Priest Marian teaching will be included. Afterwards, Ex 24:3-8; Ps 50:1b-2, 5-6, 14-15; Mt 13:24-30 refreshments will be provided. All are welcome. SACRED CELEBRATIONS AT saint GREGORY
BAPTISM ▪ BAUTIZO HOLY MATRIMONY ▪ MATRIMONIO
▪ ▪ Saturdays at 11:00am. Call the Church Office at 954-473- ▪ Couples are required to attend a marriage preparation 6261, ext. 1001 or ext. 1000 to start the process and to course, and other requirements. Please make an register for the required Baptismal Preparation Class for appointment at least six months in advance of the date with parents and godparents. the Wedding Coordinator, Ana Saponaro, at ext.1010 Email: ▪ El cuarto Sábado del mes a las 11:00am. Llamar a la oficina [email protected]. de la Iglesia al 954-473-6261, ext. 1001 o ext. 1000 para ▪ Con seis meses de anticipación. Para preparación y iniciar el proceso y registrarse para la clase requerida de requisitos, llamar a la Coordinadora de Matrimonios a la ext. preparación para el Bautizo para padres y padrinos. 1010.
.CONFESSIONS ▪ RECONCILIACIÓN BLESSED SACRAMENT ▪ SANTÍSIMO SACRAMENTO Thursdays 7:00pm in the Gazebo Saturdays 12:00pm in the Gazebo ▪ Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament every Thursday
Sundays 10:00am in the Gazebo evening in the main Church, for five hours beginning at 4:00pm and concluding with simple Benediction at 9:00pm. Sundays 11:30am in the Gazebo ▪ Adoración al Santísimo Sacramento (en inglés): todos los ANOINTING ▪ UNCIÓN Jueves por 5 horas, desde las 4:00pm hasta 9:00pm.
▪ Please call the Church office to notify us if anyone is homebound, critically ill, or wishes to receive the Eucharist or Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults Anointing of the Sick.
▪ Para algun enfermo o anciano, llamar a la oficina de la Iglesia. The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA), is a process for adults interested in the Catholic faith, or desiring to receive the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, or First Holy RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ▪ EDUCACIÓN RELIGIOSA Communion.
▪ For students in public and private schools. Call 954-473-8169. For more information, on what to do next, please call Father ▪ Para Primera Comunión o Confirmación de jóvenes llamar Davis at the Church Office, 954-473-6261. Or Patricia O’Neill a Isabel Agostini en la oficina de Educación Religiosa, 954-473-8169. at 954-895-2238.
Grades K-5th preparing for First Communion- 5:00pm-6:30pm. Grades 3rd-6th regular classes (no sacraments) and 7th-8th preparing for Confirmation-6:00pm-7:30pm. OFFICE STAFF Grades 6th-8th preparing for First Communion and High
School preparing for Confirmation-7:00pm-8:30pm. Fabiola Adriano, Carla Landrón, CONFIRMATION ▪ CONFIRMACIÓN Office Manager/ Director of Development Master Calendar Coordinator ▪ Candidates for this Sacrament are those who have been Deanne Ledee, baptized and have been properly instructed. Call the Church office. Isabel Agostini, Director Accounts Payable/
▪ Para más información, llamar a la oficina de la Iglesia. Secretary Religious HR/Administrative Assistant Education/Administrative to the Pastor Assistant to the DRE ▪ ROSARY ▪ ROSARIO Elaine Martinez,
Daily Rosary, 6:30am before the 7:00am Mass and after Martha Betancourt, Rectory Prefect/ 8:30am Mass in the Chapel. Curator of Records/Pastoral Housekeeper/Laundress
Administrative Assistant/Virtus ▪ Rosario en español es en la Iglesia todos los Miércoles a Ana Saponaro las 6:30pm y los Viernes a las 7:00pm. Brenda Carson, Director of Marriage Preparation Data Processing Coordinator/ & Wedding Services
For those who have Bulletin and Print Media Antonio Vomvolakis , Entered Eternity Coordinator/Pilgrimages Director of Religious Education
†Theresa Foley† John Ferrara , Plant Manager/ SAINT GREGORY SCHOOL †Jorge H. Gonzalez† Director of Maintenance Mrs. Caridad Canino , †Milnie Bernadette Schmit† Principal Camila González Welcome to the Catholic Church! Director of Youth Ministry Mrs. Lisa Young , And Young Adult Services Assistant Principal Congratulations To our newly baptized Ofelia Kushner, Mrs. Millie Serrano , Tyler Jackson Cerny Budget Director/Director of Tuition Accounts Manager Jayla Marie Cunningham Accounts Receivable Michael Preston Devan Alaya Gabriela Medina FROM THE DESK OF FATHER DAVIS ‘‘Come away by yourself to a deserted place and rest a while." Jesus' words are so important for all to hear. In the fast-paced, noisy, world of ours, we so desperately need quiet, silence, rest and reflection, all of which are special elements which give place to meaningful prayer and spiritual health. Although annual vacations are important, even they can be noisy, frenetic, and distracting. As such, we must jealously make provisions to attend to our interior equilibrium. We desperately need quiet time, relaxation, time for meditation and reflection on the ultimate meaning of our lives. Sometimes, we may even find a formal retreat, perhaps a private, guided or directed retreat to be exactly the "deserted" place of which our Lord speaks. A spiritual vacation may renew and refresh us in more ways than we can currently imagine.
When I entered the seminary back in 1981, I began the custom of an annual spiritual retreat. Yes, during the seminary years it was easy to schedule. It was already a programmed required element of my priestly formation. But, after ordination, the responsibility fell to me, as a priest, to be sure that I attended to my spiritual health and wellbeing. Going somewhere different, getting away, discovering God in a new context, resting and praying more deeply, was always renewing, calming, and re-directing in the best sense of the word. No matter what our Christian vocation happens to be, a retreat, yes a spiritual vacation with the Lord, should be on our bucket list. You might be surprised at what a blessing it can be!
I have been on private silent retreats to monasteries like Holy Spirit in Conyers, Gethsemane in Kentucky, Mepkin Abbey in South Carolina, Saint Joseph's in Massachusetts, Westin Priory in Vermont and the Franciscan Spirituality Center in New Mexico. I have also been on guided group retreats to Trinity in New York and the Jesuit Spirituality Center in Grand Coteau, Louisiana. And I have been on many individually directed Ignatian retreats, under the spiritual direction of numerous Jesuit priests at places like Manresa in Atlanta, Jesuit Renewal Center in Cincinnati, and the House of Prayer for Priests in Orange, California. Of late, archdiocesan priests annually attend guided retreats in Palm Beach County.
So many spiritual insights to gain. So much of life and ministry to process. So many prayers of thanksgiving to offer. We all need to take time to go away by ourselves "to a deserted place and rest a while." You will never regret an investment in your spiritual life, an activity which is designed to bring equilibrium, harmony, integration, and renewal to your soul. Vacations are nice. We all love them. We all need them. But don't forget a vacation with the Lord, who has made it all possible!
Here at the parish, we have local retreat experiences that are, in their own way, particularly helpful to our spiritual lives as well. Our faculty and staff days of recollection, student days of prayer, like Jesus’ Day, the Men's and Women's Emmaus retreat program, even our pilgrimage ministry, both local and international options. All help us on the journey of life and faith.
The calming, soothing balm of the Lord. The spiritual discoveries that are made through meditation. The long overdue conversations with our Heavenly Father. Hearts and souls made new. These are but a few of the benefits of a spiritual vacation with the Lord. Why not? How else can we so concretely allow Jesus to be the Good Shepherd of our lives? A formal retreat, complimented by a personal prayer routine, make the ground fertile for the action of God. Give him space. Give him room to touch, mold, and love you more deeply. Peace, quiet, rest, and renewal. Wonderful goals! Gifts for our souls!
Summer Staff Vacations
As we journey through the weeks of summer, numerous members of the parish staff (including the priests) will be taking periods of vacation days for rest and renewal. During mid to late August, Father Pham will be away. During late July and early August, Father Davis will be away for his annual vacation. In Father Davis’s absence, the parish will be well-served by Father Eliseus, who will be in charge of all Pastoral Services; and Father Nicholas who will be supervising the Financial Administration of the parish. May everyone enjoy the blessings of summer rest. DEVELOPMENT NEWS Archdiocese of Miami Stewardship PROSPECTIVE SCHOOL FAMILIES 1. Your gift to the ABCD allows the Archdiocese of Miami to help those in need just as Christ calls us to. Do you know a family that wants to be a Crusader Mirror the love of Christ by putting your faith into action Family? Enrollment is open for the new 2021 -2022 and making a gift of hope today. You can do so today by school year. Give them our information, and I will be sure visiting www.isupportabcd.org. to reach out to them. Please email Carla Landrón at [email protected]. Some grades have limited 2. You can leave a lasting impression on the lives of spots available families in your Parish. Please contact the Office of Planned Giving for more information. (305) 762-1112.
3. “Woe to the shepherds who mislead and scatter the flock of my pasture, says the Lord.”
Jeremiah warns about evil rulers who mislead the people. Today the same is true. Christian stewards need to educate themselves on significant issues to be good citizens who faithfully follow Catholic teaching.
Stained Glass Window Repairs Continue
No; they were not stolen. They are simply being repaired! Yes; one by one, some sections of our beautiful stained glass windows are being removed for needed repair, due to sinkage and buckling. The repair project, being done by Zingale Construction, has been underway for many weeks, the excellent results of which are already evident. Thanks to those who have contributed to this cause.
Fundraising Dates
We have our dates set for next year! Are you ready to Upcoming Meetings be a part of it? Please email Carla Landrón at [email protected]. The next meeting of the Parish Council will take place on Tuesday, August 17 th , at 7:00pm ;
The next meeting of the Parish Finance Council will take place on Tuesday, August 24 th , at 7:00pm . Members, please mark your calendars.
New Music Director Soon to be Announced
Father Davis and the priests of the parish are underway with the sifting through of the numerous resumes that have been submitted in application for the role of Music Director at Saint Gregory. An announcement will be made within the next couple of weeks. A mid-August start date is projected. Tremendous talent has been identified. Great things to look forward to are soon to come. PARISH EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
Saint Gregory’s Join Father Davis “Acutis” Youth Ministries in a Pilgrimage to the Holy Land Young Adults (18+): Meets every other weekend. Contact the number below for more information! Embark on the trip of a lifetime to the land made holy by the footsteps of High School Youth Group : Meets on Tuesday nights at Jesus. Visit many of the sites of 6:00-8:00pm in the Gazebo. Please join us! Gospel fame on a pilgrimage
Middle School Youth Group: Meets after School on experience directed by Father Davis and organized Wednesdays at 3:30-5:15pm in the Gymnasium! by the Catholic Travel Centre from Burbank, California, the leader in worldwide Catholic group For more information about Saint Gregory’s ‘AYM’ travel, now scheduled for January 28th to February Programs, please contact Camila Gonzalez at 6th, 2022. Tiberias, Nazareth, Galilee, the Mount of [email protected] |954-473-6261, Ext. 1011. Beatitudes, the Church of the Wedding of Cana, Cesaria, Emmaus, Jerusalem, Bethany, Jericho, Gethsemane, the Dead Sea and more! For more information, contact Brenda Carson at the parish office, 954-473-6261. Let’s go to the Holy Land!
Cenacle of Divine Mercy COME & JOIN ALL ARE WELCOME
The cenacle meets EVERY FRIDAY AT 7:00 - 8:30pm in the TOWER ROOM , starting on the 1st The High School Youth Group is excited to be attending the Friday of August (Aug. 6, 2021. Steubenville Youth Conference in Orlando this weekend! Please bring the 3 books pictured below to every Thanks to your generosity at our various fundraisers, a total meeting. of 30 teens will be able to experience this grade-filled retreat.
We ask that you please keep us in your prayers and we will keep you in ours!
Vacation Bible School 2021! Mon-Fri August 2-6 From 8:30am-12:00pm.
For all 2nd-5th graders. $95 per child. The cenacle is a faith-sharing group brought together Availability is limited! and moved by our Lord’s Divine Mercy, and inspired Please register soon. to grow in faith and spirituality through prayerful Contact Camila Gonzalez to register at, sharing and study of the “Diary of Sister Faustina”, [email protected] the Holy Scripture, and the Catechism of the Catholic or, 954-473-6261, Ext. 1011. Church.
Blessing of Animals on Saint Francis Day Weekly Offertory Collection July 5th to July 11th, 2021 Continuing our annual custom of the blessings of th pets on October 4 , the Feast of Saint Francis of In Church Collection: $12,536 Assisi, Saint Gregory will be offering a brief blessing On-Line Giving : 10,767 ceremony at 6:30pm near the American Flag Candles Offering: 224 courtyard in front of Saint Gregory School. All animal National Collection: 1,576 lovers are welcome to bring their pets to be blessed Total Collected: $25,103 and sprinkled with Holy Water by the parish priests on this occasion. Each family in attendance will 2,019 persons attended Mass . receive a Saint Francis of Assisi Prayer card, as well as a Saint Francis medal. All are welcome.