“Welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.” Romans 15:7

Welcome to the St. Gabriel Family.

Mass Schedule

Daily Mass M-S: 8:00 AM

Saturday Vigil Mass: 4:00 PM

Sunday Mass: 8:00 AM

Sunday Mass: 9:30 AM

Sunday Mass: 11:00 AM

Adoration: Friday following mass

Masses are streamed live.

Confessions

Saturday’s 3:00 -3:30 in the Church or by Appointment

Call Father Nathan — at 954.943.3684 to schedule

Readings

Alleluia, alleluia.
Blessed are the poor in spirit,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

First Reading1 Kgs 17:10-16

Responsorial PsalmPs 146:7, 8-9, 9-10

Praise the Lord, my soul!

Second ReadingHeb 9:24-28

Gospel ReadingMk 12:38-44 or 12:41-44

Special Message from Archbishop Thomas Wenski –

The Archdiocese of Miami

 

Amendments 4 and 3 fail to pass. Deo Gratias

 

A heartfelt “Thank you” to all for the hard work mobilizing the People of God to oppose these amendments, especially the radical pro-abortion amendment 4.

This was an Archdiocesan wide effort that required heavy lifting from everyone. I appreciate all the grass roots efforts in our parishes, the many bulletin inserts, and homilies to educate the voters (both Catholics and non-Catholics) on the potential harms of this proposed amendment heavily financed by the abortion industry and its supporters.

Of course, that 58% of voters supported the amendment underscores the need for us to continue to support a culture of life so that every child is protected by law and welcomed in life and abortion becomes unthinkable. Abortion still remains legal in many instances in Florida and so we must continue also to aid vulnerable women so that they choose life.

Our Respect Life Ministry supported by the “baby bottle” collections in our parishes and schools remain a critical part of our outreach to young mothers and their babies.

But now, we defeated Amendment 4!
Let us raise our eyes to heaven and pray: “Deo Gratias”.

From Father Nathan

With Great Sadness, I Pass on the News that Andrew Reid, our long-time choir Director, has passed Away

Cherish Life

You might have heard of the death of Andrew Reid. It’s extremely terrible news to the parish. We are all saddened by his passing from this life.

I had a chance to anoint him before he went to the hospital and a chance to meet him also at the hospital. He was a musically highly talented person. I loved his music.

Announcements & Events

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CAMPAIGN FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT COLLECTION

The Weekend of November 16 & 17, 2024

For 56 years the Catholic Campaign for Human Development has stood with poor and low-income people, helping them create permanent solutions to poverty. One by one people are joining local community groups to break the cycle of poverty and Catholics across our country are part of that change. The annual collection to support this domestic anti-poverty program of the Church will take place the November 17th Please join in solidarity with the Catholic Campaign for Human Development to put an end to poverty in our nation.

Join US FOR COFFEE AND DONUTS

 Before and after the Saturday 4:00 pm mass and all masses on Sunday

Every weekend before and after each Mass 4:00 p.m. Saturday, 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00 Sunday. A brief time to gather with friends and meet new friends. Our members will welcome you each and every week.

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Thanksgiving Luncheon

Monday, November 21 at 12 noon in the Parish Hall

Father Nathan invites you to a Thanksgiving Luncheon on Monday, November 21st at 12 noon in the parish hall.

Please sign-up in the back of the church or call Marie at the office no later than November 14th . The event is free, however, if you are able to, please bring a frozen turkey or turkey breast on day of the event. You donations will provide meals to the homeless at our Father’s House. God bless you for you generosity.

THANKSGIVING

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 28th

Mass 9:00 AM

Thanksgiving Food Blessing + Breakfast

St. Gabriel Parish Council cordially invites you to join them at the Annual Thanksgiving Breakfast after the 9:00 a.m. Mass. Join us as we begin the Holiday Season!!

Thanksgiving Food Blessing – Please bring to Mass a small basket with food that you will be serving with your family e.g. Bread, wine. We will put all the baskets on a table in front of the altar and we will bless them asking the good Lord to guide and protect our families in these difficult times.

 

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BUNCO

Saturday, November 9th from 12-3 p.m

Please join us in the parish hall for an exciting game of Bunco on Saturday, November 9th from 12-3 p.m. Quick review of rules and lessons for new players at 11:45 a.m. It will be a great opportunity to socialize and have fun with other parishioners. The cost is $20. Snacks will be provided.

SALUTE TO OUR SOLDIER’S DINNER AND DANCE

Saturday, November 16, 2024, 5:00 PM
in the parish hall

Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 5 PM, in the parish hall, hosted by the Knights of Columbus Council 4955.Menu: Oven-roasted pork shoulder, pan-seared paprika potatoes, green beans and applesauce. Includes beer, wine, soda and coffee. Dancing with DJ James. Raffle prizes. Please reserve by November 10th at koc4955.com for $30.00 benefiting St. Gabriel and KofC Military Chaplains Fund. Tickets are available after weekend Masses. Doors open 5 p.m. Contact Mike Charles- 803-312-2302

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SECOND ANNUAL CONCERT SERIES

St. Gabriel Men’s Club is proud to present their 2nd Annual Concert Series.

October 31st – Danny DelRay/Sinatra Night

January 9, 2025 – Jozay and Patti

February 6, 2025- David Morin

April 10, 2025 – David Morin Elvis Show

Please see flyers in the back of the church for more information.

THE PROPER WAY TO RECEIVE HOLY COMMUNION

These days I do notice some of us dropping the Body of Jesus, during Communion time. I have also seen people come to me in different postures which I know for sure are in danger of dropping it. Hence, I am trying to attend to this. Let us follow the instructions detailed below.

Read more to find Instructions for how to Properly RECEIVE HOLY COMMUNION

ROME-ASSISI 9-DAY PILGRIMAGE

Rome-Assisi, 9-day Pilgrimage on March 24, 2025 to April 1, 2025

We will be traveling to Rome-Assisi, a 9-day Pilgrimage from March 24th, 2025 to April 1st, 2025 for the Four-Doors tour which is once every 25 years. Brochures are in the back of the church by the announcement wall.

For more information contact Michele Greene.

954.325.7885
mgspirit33@icloud.com

Altar FLOWER DEDICATION

Anyone who would like to honor their loved ones with flowers on the altar can pick the color of roses and choose their week, it is $75.00 per week and will be acknowledged in the bulletin. Check made out to St. Gabriel Church. Please call the office if interested.

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The Community of St Gabriel

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SEVEN HOURS OF PRAYER

1st Friday of every month

On the 1st Friday of every month we will have 7 HOURS OF PRAYER for the reflection and quiet contemplation of devotion and adoration of the most Blessed Sacrament. Please sign up on the clipboard in the back of the church by the bulletin board. We need a minimum of 2 people per hour, every hour from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. hour. Please take advantage of this time for yourself, our parish, our country, and the world as prayer is the most and highest respect to our Lord and the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Bibles Needed for the Prison Ministry

The John A. Hill Columbiettes 4955, at the request of the Knights of Columbus Assembly 1534, is collecting New and Used bibles to be distributed to prisons through the Assembly Prison Ministry Program in South Florida. It is the mission of both the Knights of Columbus and their sister organization – the Columbiettes, to spread the word of God to those who need it the most, those confined from the outside world. A Box is by the bulletin board at the entrance to the church right side.

Masses + Messages

Vigil Mass 4:00 PM

Daily Mass Monday – Saturday 8:00 AM

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STUDY OF PAUL’S LETTERS

every Friday 3:30 – 4:30 pm. beginning October 21st

Today we are recipients of the labor and commitment of St. Paul to initiate and spread Christianity from its Jewish roots to a universal faith. By studying his letters in chronological order, we can expect to grow in appreciation of our Christian heritage. Text: your Bible Join us on Zoom 464 994 0740 every Friday 3:30 -4:30 p.. beginning October 21st.

– facilitator, Dr. Barbara Rietberg (ministerial doctorate, Barry University)

On Going Events

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GUARDIAN OF THE FAITH CENACLE

Every 2nd Monday at 5:30 p.m. inside St. Gabriel Catholic Church

The Cenacle is the room where Jesus and the disciples met for the Last Supper. The Guardian of the Faith Rosary Cenacle is a small faith-sharing group who shares a scripture reading and offers thoughts, mediations, and intentions before saying the Rosary together as the Blessed Mother requests. Everyone is encouraged to join the Guardian of the Faith Cenacle. Prayer booklets are provided. The Cenacle will be held every 2nd Monday of the month at 5:30 p.m. at St. Gabriel Church

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ST GABRIEL’S BEREAVEMENT GROUP

2nd and 4th Friday at 10:00 AM

The Bereavement Group will be meeting in the conference room in the rectory. Anyone in need of support is welcome. Please call Karen McGrath at 954-732-1880 for details.

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GRANDPARENTS PRAYER

2nd Saturday every month, after the 4 PM mass

Grandparents Prayer will now be held on the 2nd Saturday of every month after the 4:00 p.m. Mass in the parish hall.

VISIT OUR GIFT SHOP

Open Weekends

Saturday: before and after the 4pm Mass

Sundays: after 8 am Mass until, after the 11 am Mass

*** Even with such a small space we have much to offer****

Church Activities

ROSARY AND DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET

We say the Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet every day after the 8:00 a.m. Mass. Monday – Saturday. America and the world need our prayers more than ever. Please join us

Centering Prayer

The Centering Prayer group continues to meet weekly but on Zoom. If you would like information or would like to join either the 10 a.m. Wednesday or the 7 p.m. Thursday group please contact Barbara Rietberg at bjrietberg@gmail.com

Bible Study

The study of Matthew’s Gospel continues on Zoom at 3:30 p.m. on Tuesdays.

For info contact Barbara Rietberg at bjrietberg@gmail.com

Study of Paul’s Letters

Today we are recipients of the labor and commitment of St. Paul to initiate and spread Christianity from its Jewish roots to a universal faith. By studying his letters in chronological order, we can expect to grow in appreciation of our Christian heritage. Grab your Bible and join us on Zoom at 464 994 0740 every Friday 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Facilitator, Dr. Barbara Rietberg (ministerial doctorate, Barry University. To learn more please contact Barbara Rietberg at bjrietberg@gmail.com

Volunteers Needed

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ST. VINCENT DEPAUL Volunteers Needed

 

Our SVdP thrift store located at 2323 N. Dixie Hwy, Pompano Beach needs workers.

St. Vincent DePaul Broward provides volunteer opportunities through its store for donation processing for students or others needing volunteer hours.

If you can volunteer some time, please call Mary Alice at 954- 942-2242. Store hours are 10-4 p.m. Monday – Saturday. Our store is a huge source of help for those in need.

Phone Call With a Friend

Connect With Veronica by Phone

 

For anyone suffering with any sickness or loneliness. My name is Veronica – a Pompano Beach local, offering prayers & listening ear. Please feel free to contact me at any time 305-299-6424. I would love to meet everyone and offer my support and prayers.

 

 

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Need a Helping Hand?

We are here to help.  Request home visits, send a prayer request.  For urgent needs call 954.943.3684

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Building Bridges, Not Fences

BUILDING BRIDGES, NOT FENCES

Once upon a time, two brothers who lived on adjoining farms fell into a conflict.

It was the first serious rift in 40 years of farming side by side, sharing machinery, and trading labor and goods as needed without a hitch.

Then the long collaboration fell apart.

It began with a small misunderstanding and it grew into a major difference, and finally, it exploded into an exchange of bitter words followed by weeks of silence.

One morning there was a knock on John’s door. He opened it to find a man with a carpenters toolbox. “I’m looking for a few day’s work,” he said, “Perhaps you would have a few small jobs here and there I could help with? Could I help you?”

“Yes,” said the older brother. “I do have a job for you. Look across the creek at that farm. That’s my neighbor, in fact, it’s my younger brother. Last week there was a meadow between us and he took his bulldozer to the river levee and now there is a creek between us.

Well, he may have done this to spite me, but I’ll go him one better. See that pile of lumber by the barn? I want you to build me a fence—an 8-foot fence—so I won’t need to see his place or his face anymore.”

The carpenter said, “I think I understand the situation. Show me the nails and the post digger and I’ll be able to do the job that pleased you.

The older brother had to go to town, so he helped the carpenter get the materials ready, and then he was off for the day. The carpenter worked hard all that day measuring, sawing, nailing.

About sunset the farmer returned, the carpenter had just finished his job. The farmer’s eyes opened wide, his jaw dropped. The was no fence there at all. It was a bridge—a bridge stretching from one side of the creek to the other! A fine piece of work handrails and all –and the neighbor, his brother was coming across, his hand outstretched.

The two brothers stood at each end of the bridge, and then they met in the middle, taking each other’s hand. They turned to see the carpenter hoist his toolbox on his shoulder wait! Stay a few days.

I have a lot of other projects for you”, said the older brother. “I’d love to stay on”, the carpenter said, but I have many more bridges to build.”

Special Prayers + Intentions

PRAYER FOR SAFETY IN HURRICANE SEASON

O God, Master of this passing world, hear the humble voices of your children.

The Sea of Galilee obeyed Your order and returned to its former quietude.

You are still the Master of the land and sea.  We live in the shadow of danger over which we have no control: the Gulf, like a provoked and angry giant, can awake from its seeming lethargy, overstep its conventional boundaries, invade our land and spread chaos and disaster.

During this hurricane season, we turn to You, O loving Father.  Spare us from past tragedies whose memories are still so vivid and whose wounds seem to refuse to heal with the passing of time.

O Virgin, Star of the Sea, Our beloved Mother, we ask to plead with your Son on our behalf so that spared from the calamities common to this area and animated with a true spirit of gratitude, we will walk in the footsteps of your Divine Son to reach the heavenly Jerusalem where a storm less eternity awaits.

Amen.

PRAYER FOR OUR SERVICEMEN and Women

Star of the Sea shine brightly down

Upon our sailor men

Guide them to victory  and sagely home again.

When sholdiers battle on the field

When they in trenches go,

Oh Mary lovely Queen of Peace

Protect them from the foe.

Oh help of Morining Christian star

Guide them with your saving rays

The skyways where our pilots are

In flight by night and day

Oh Mary lovely Queen of Peace

Sweet Mother of God’s Son

Grant that the world wide war may cease

And freedoms cause can be won.

Amen

Prayer to Accept God’s Will

Lord Jesus, in Your agony You uttered the prayer, “Not My will, but Yours be done”.  Help me to resign myself to the Father’s will with such humility and love.  Grant that I may perceive the things that I can change in my life; give me the help to accept those things I cannot change.

I know You will permit only that which will lead to my salvation and that of others.  Help me to accept with a joyful and humble heart the good things You send.  Help me to accept too, the cross which I must bear in union with You.  I as this, Lord, in Your name.  Amen.

St Gabriel Catholic Church

A Vibrant Faith Community in Christ

Parish History


Established in 1967, Saint Gabriel serves the faith and spiritual needs of the Catholic community in Pompano Beach and Hillsboro Beach.

St. Gabriel Beginnings

Through hard work, sacrifice, and dedication, parishioners constructed a rectory and a church with an elegant blue tile roof and ceramic doors made by two California aunts of Father Thomas Goggin, the first pastor. Parishioners also established a religious education program.

St. Gabriel Today

The tile roof remains but the harsh sea and salty air took their toll on the original doors.  In 2017, the doors were replaced with the beautiful doors you see today.

The parish may be South Florida’s first to initiate a Parish Nurse/Health program in conjunction with Holy Cross Hospital, to serve the frail elderly.

Situated in the heart of Pompano Beach on A1A, just across the street from the beach, St Gabriel’s community is a blend of cultures, ages, and ethnicities.

St Gabriel is blessed to serve as a vibrant year-round parish for about a 1,000 families, which swells during “season” when we welcome our seasonal parishioners home.

Saint Gabriel’s spiritual life is embodied in prayer and our community outreach. St Gabriel offers parishioners many opportunities to participate in parish life – Bible study, prayer groups, Saint Vincent de Paul Society, Respect Life, the frail elderly, and many others.

Families

Masses

Ministries

Get Inspired…

“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.”
– Colossians 3:15

Ministries

Where are you called to serve?  Here are a few featured ministries here at St Gabriel.  Explore these opportunities or check out a full listing of ministries.

St. Vincent de Paul

 

Get involved.  St. Vincent de Paul connects one-on-one with individuals in need.

Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion

Training and certification are held periodically throughout the Diocese.

Council of Catholic Women

Women’s service, prayer, and social group.

Won’t you join us?

Knights of Columbus

Men’s Catholic service and social group.

We’d love to meet you.

Respect Life

“Every Life: Cherished, Chosen, Sent”!

Every life is important to our faith community.  Get involved.

“So now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.”
– 1 Corinthians 13:13