St. Gabriel

Catholic Church

Welcomes You!

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

Young or young at heart. Full-time parishioner or a Seasonal resident.

Florida born or from far, far away…

You are Welcomed + You are Appreciated + You are Important

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St .Gabriel Welcomes Father Nathan

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October is Respect Life Month

In addition to donations of baby diaper, food, clothing, car seats, cribs, strollers and cash we have a great need for baby wipes and baby oil. Please drop donations in the bassinets in the church. Thank you for your help.

Council of Catholic Women CHRISTMAS BAZAAR

November 23rd and 24

We will be having our Christmas Bazaar on November 23rd and 24th.

We will be accepting donations every Thursday staring October 17th from 10– 12 p.m. in the parish hall.

COFFEE AND DONUTS

We will have coffee and donuts after the 8:00 and 9:30 AM Mass every Sunday morning in the parish hall. Please join us and meet your fellow parishioners.

Weekend Masses: Saturday Vigil Mass 4:00 PM

Sunday Mass 8:00, 9:30, 11:00 AM

Daily Mass: 8:00 AM Monday through Saturday

Rosary: Daily following the 8:00 AM Mass

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament: Wednesday 8:00 to 10:00 AM

Confessions: Saturday 3:00 – 3:30 in Church or by appointment call 954.943.3684

Sick Calls: Please call the office 954.943.3684

Office Hours: Mon. – Fri. 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Office Phone: 954-943-3684

St. Gabriel Catholic Church Pompano Beach has plenty of parking!

There is a large parking lot behind the church with over 375 spaces. So you’ll never have to worry about parking.

For your convenience, there are side entrances on either side of the church close to the rear parking lot.

MISSION COOPERATIVE PROGRAM

Their mission appeal reaches even beyond the Americas. In every corner of the world the church lives it missionary nature by working to “bring the Good News to the poor” and promoting the dignity of every human being. The Mission Cooperative Program provides the opportunity for our parishioners to encounter Christ in the other, to hear their story, and respond in solidarity.

There will be a second collection on TODAY Sunday, October 13th at the 11:00 a.m. Mass.

St .Gabriel Welcomes Father Nathan

Pastor: Fr. Sahayanathan Nathan

In June we said goodbye to Father Liam Quinn, who decided to retire and focus more effort on his missionary outreach in Dominican Republic.

And we welcomed our new Pastor Father Sahayanathan Nathan to our parish. Father Nathan comes to us from St Agatha’s in Miami. Father Nathan sent us a beautiful letter when he received the news of his new assignment. Read it here.

Read His Letter

ATTENTION NEW CHOIR MEMBERS NEEDED

We will have a choir rehearsal once a week in the church. Anyone interested please call Andrew Reid- 754-264-9091

Father Nathan is pleased to introduce Andrew Reid as our new (fulltime) Music Ministry Director. Father Nathan invited each of us to join the choir, whether we have a good voice or one like his – no one will be turned away! He wants us all to sing together and to pray together, and to be a real parish family!

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.

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From the Desk of Father Nathan

Father Nathan’s Inspiration for Our Week

Father Nathan St Gabriel | October 13, 2019

Oct 10, 2019

Father Nathan St Gabriel | October 13, 2019 A Message from Father NathanMy dearest people who are close to my heart. Do something beautiful for God. Do it with your life. Do it every day. Do it in you own way , but do it!” –St. Theresa of Calcutta One of...

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Past Messages From Father Nathan

CARDINAL GIBBONS High Scholl 2019 OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, October 20th from 1:30 – 4:00 p.m.

Presentations begin promptly at 2:00 p.m. in the gymnasium.

Cardinal Gibbons H.S. 2900 N.E. 47 St., Fort Lauderdale 33308. For more info contact admissions@cghsfl.org

Latest Happenings At St. Gab’s

Father Nathan Homily | October 06, 2019

Oct 4, 2019

Father Nathan Homily | October 06, 2019Father Nathan | Homily 27th Sunday Ordinary Time Introduction: All three readings for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time speak a lot about "Faith” and how it works in our lives. “To one who has Faith, no explanation...

Father Nathan Homily | September 29, 2019

Sep 27, 2019

Father Nathan Homily | September 29, 2019Father Nathan | Homily 26th Sunday Ordinary Time Introduction: The main theme of this Sunday's readings is inviting each one of us to make good use of the earthly treasure(s) that God has bestowed on us. Today's...

Father Nathan Homily | September 22, 2019

Sep 20, 2019

Father Nathan Homily | September 22, 2019Father Nathan | Homily 25th Sunday Ordinary Time Introduction: Prudence, we may know, is the first of the four cardinal virtues: Prudence Justice Fortitude Temperance. The readings talk about especially the first...

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St. Gabriel | Needs & News

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SPONSORS FOR ALTAR FLOWERS

If you would like to have a loved one remembered with altar flowers please call the office at 954-943-3684 to arrange a week you would like to donate. The donation is $150.00. At your request, it can be announced in the bulletin.

VINCENT DEPAUL NEWS

In today’s Gospel, we hear that only one of those healed to glorify God and to give thanks to God. It is true, that when we have a grateful heart, we know that everything is a gift from God.

To give thanks for all that God has given to you, have you considered answering the call to help the poor by joining the St. Vincent DePaul Society?

PARISH MAINTENANCE FUND

Our Parish Maintenance Fund is a great way of financially participating repairs, and upkeep of our beautiful parish. Thank you for your generosity to your parish.

Food Collection

Next weekend, August 31st and September 1st, we will be collecting non-perishable food items to aid the poor in the area. Please be generous. Thank you in advance.

MEN’S USED JEANS –

We are in desperate need of sizes 32-34-36 men’s used jeans.

You have helped the needy with used sneakers, bikes and now we are back asking again. Each week we serve approximately 850 meals. That’s 850 faces that look to your acts of kindness. Our Clothing Mission provides T-shirts, jeans, used sneakers, work boots to those down on their luck. A blue bin marked jeans is in the back of the church. Thank You!

GIFT SHOP – Volunteers needed

We are in need of a few volunteers to help run the gift shop on the weekend Masses. If interested please call Pam – 954-990-3451

ATTENTION NEW CHOIR MEMBERS NEEDED

The rehearsal will be every Tuesday 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. In the church. Anyone interested please be at the rehearsal on Tuesday. Andrew Reid- 754-264-9091

USED SNEAKERS

Of the approximate 200 guests that come calling at “Our Father’s House Family Services each day most are in need of sneakers. Please look in your closet, for those sneakers you have not worn for a long time. In the rear of the church is a basket that says “Sneakers”. Thank You

BIKE ACADEMY

Our Father’s Soup Kitchen has started a new ministry called Bike Academy. All bike sale money goes into an escrow account for the veterans and less fortunate. When they earn enough for a deposit, we have arranged to have them placed in permanent housing. They are in desperate need of used bicycles in any condition. We come to you same day pick up service. Contact Jim Crissy – 954-610-5341

Organizations, Groups + Other News

St. Gabriel Council of Catholic Women

Please join us. We hold our meetings on the 1st Tuesday of each month October through April in the Parish Hall.

We are getting ready for our annual Christmas Bazaar. It will be on the weekend of November 23 and 24th. We need volunteers to provide bazaar items and help with set-up for the bazaar. More details will follow.

On February 22nd we will host our annual FASHION SHOW – get involved now to help us make this the best year ever. More details to follow.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

SALUTE OUR SOLDIERS DINNER AND DANCING

Saturday, November 9th, celebrate our soldiers and veterans at a ham dinner, including dessert, beer, wine & soda. Enjoy dancing to the music of Roy Michaels. Purchase tickets in advance for $25 from Chris Maccio – 248-417-0668. St. Gabriel parish hall doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. Donations support the Knights of Columbus John A. Hill council 4955

MEN’S CLUB MEMBERS

Join the Men’s club. We have great benefits!

You won’t know what you are missing until you join. Please ask yourself “what would entice me to join?”

We meet in the parish hall at 7:00 p.m on the 2nd Wednesday of the month, stop by and say hello. Hope to see you there!

Coming Soon… MUSICAL PERFORMANCES:

January 23rd – JOSE & PATTI – 7:00PM to 9:30pm
February 13th – David Morin – TRIBUTE TO ELVIS
March 24th – David Morin – ROCK & ROLL DANCE PARTY

All performances will be in the Parish Hall.
For more information Call Malcolm at 207-831-0385

AD LIMINIA PILGRIMAGE TO ROME

Archbishop Thomas G. Wenski will be traveling to Rome in February 2020 for an Ad Limina pilgrimage. It will be a small group that is open to everyone in the Archdiocese of Miami. The website with the information for the pilgrimage is http://www.adomdevelopment.org/italy2020.

MILITARY HONOR ROLL

The Men’s Club is now accepting Nominations for inclusion in the new Military Honor Roll for Registered Parishioners on behalf of a Spouse, Parent or Chlild of a person who served or is serving the US Military. Nomination Forms are available in the parish office. For more information, call Andy Buglione – 954-593-5831 or Joe Barcheski – 954-803-9363 Learn More.

THE FRIENDLY VISITOR PROGRAM.

St. Vincent dePaul Society encourages any parishioner or friend of a parishioner to call 954-621-6027. If you would like friendly social visits, prayers or emotional support on an ongoing basis, this is the program for you.

BEREAVEMENT GROUP

Attention. Bereavement Group will be meeting on Tuesday, October 22nd at 7:00 p.m. New members always welcome to come. If further details are needed please call Deacon Bill at 978-257-3893

KNITTING NELLIES

The Knitting Nellies has resumed meeting for the season.

The Knitting Nellies invite you to join us in the parish hall. We meet every Thursday evening between 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. Whether you are a beginner or experienced knitter or crocheter all are welcome. We work on projects for charity and gifts for family and friends. If you have questions contact Margaret – 954-532-2018.

CENTERING PRAYER GROUP

Statement of Purpose: We come together to experience the transforming power of God as we practice Center Prayer in a supportive and spiritual community committed to encouraging each other in our journey. We meet each Thursday in the parish rectory from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. For info call Barbara Reitberg – 305-298-3818.

Serra Club of Broward County

The Serra Club is a Catholic organization devoted to promoting vocations to the priesthood and religious life.

We meet in the Parish hall on the 2nd Tuesday of the month, November through April, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

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PRAYER FOR GRANDPARENTS

Lord Jesus, you were born of the Virgin Mary,

The daughter of Saints Joachim and Anne.

Look with love on grandparents the world over.

For families for the Church and for all of society.

Support them! As they grow older,

May they continue to be for their families

Strong pillars of Gospel faith, guardians of noble

Domestic ideals, living treasures of sound religious,

Traditions. Make them teachers of wisdom and courage,

That they may pass on to future generations the fruits

Of their mature human and spiritual experience.

Lord Jesus, help families and society

To value the presence and role of grandparents.

May they never be ignored or excluded

But always encounter respect and love.

Help them to live serenely and to feel welcomed

In all the years of life which you give them.

Mary, Mother of all the living keep grandparents

Constantly in your care, accompany them on their

Earthly pilgrimage and by your prayers, grant

That all families may one day be reunited in our heavenly

Homeland where you await all humanity for the

Great embrace of life without end.

Amen

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.

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