St.Gabriel the ArchangelCatholic Church - Parish Bulletin - 2023-10-15

Sep 15, 2026

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Parish bulletin content for St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church in Saddle River, NJ, providing parish staff contacts, Religious Education and Catholic Education references, and service schedules for Mass, Holy Days, Penance, Baptisms, and Marriages. Includes a pastoral reflection on divine generosity and inviting others to God’s banquet, plus announcements for Knights of Columbus, parish communication via Flocknote, prayer intentions, and a scheduled trip to London, Paris, and Lisieux with trip conditions and payment deadlines. Financial report lists the collection amount for October 9.

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Parish Information

Parish Staff Contacts

Mass Schedule

Penance, Baptisms, and Marriages

Pastor’s Reflection

Knights of Columbus Corner

Parish Announcements

Flocknote Communication System

Prayers for the Community

Parish Trip to London, Paris and Lisieux

Financial Report

St.Gabriel the ArchangelCatholic Church Scan below with your phone toTo sign up for FORMED 88 EAST SADDLE RIVER ROADSADDLE RIVER,NJ 07458(201)327-5663—(201)327-7881www.STGABRIELSR.ORGEMAIL:OFFICE@STGABRIELSR.ORGLike us on Facebook at StgabrielsrPARISH STAFFRev.Msgr.Frank G.Del PretePastor,ext.302Rev.Martin RooneyWeekend AssistantMaureen StrautOffice Administrator,ext.301Luis Alfredo Lozano,Pastoral Assoc.Christine Ferreri,Pastoral Assoc.Dr.Melody Chen,Director of MusicRELIGIOUS EDUCATIONAmanda Perfetti,M.Ed,M.S.CATHOLIC EDUCATIONPlease see Archdiocese of Newarkwebsite for information on CatholicSchools at rcan.org. MASSES: Weekdays:9:00 AM(including Saturday)—(Summer)Monday and Friday:9:00 AM Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday:6:30AM and 9:00 AM—(Winter)Saturday Evening:5:00 PM Sundays:8:00 AM,10:00 AM,11:30 AM and 6:00PM (Sept.-May)Holy Days:Please see bulletin for schedulePENANCE: Saturday:4:00-5:00 PM.At the Parish anytime by appointment.Communal Celebration of Penance periodicallythroughout the year.BAPTISMS: Our parish family rejoices in the birth of your children.To prepare for baptism,parents are expected to attend one prepara-tion meeting.Please call the parish office for the schedule of preparation meetings and Baptism celebration.MARRIAGES: Our parish is honored to host your marriage celebration.In order to accomplish all of the necessary preparations,arrange-ments should be made with one of the priests at least one year in advance.Pre-Cana and God's Plan for a Joy-illed Mar-riage classes can be arranged through the Family Life Office of the Archdiocese of Newark at www.rcan.org.MINISTRY TO THE SICK: For those of advanced age or seriously ill,Holy Communion will be brought to the home of any person permanently or tem-porarily homebound.Please contact the parish office.PARISH MEMBERSHIP:Please register at the parish office.This is a wise way of acquiring a sense of belonging to our Parish Community. from tbe Pastor "On this mountain,the Lord of hosts will providefor all peoples a feast of rich food and choice wines."That's what Isaiah tells us today.God is putting together ahuge party for “all peoples,"to "wipe away the tears fromevery face.” And what does Jesus tell us?The reign of God,hesays,"may be likened to a king who gave a wedding feastfor his son."When the guests didn't come,the king had hisservants go out "into the main roads and invite to the feastwhomever you find."We are called to deliver that invita-tion. One of the themes woven into today's liturgy is thatof divine generosity.Asleep to reality,people often thinkthey have “earned”what they have.In our better moments,though,we know that all our gifts,even the spiritual gifts,come through God’s generosity.Our vocation is to invitepeople,to remind them the tickets aren't for sale.We canonly show up and say thank you. Peace and stay safe,Fr.Frank THE KNIGHTS CORNER More than 195 Knights of Columbus leaders from dozens ofuniversities and colleges met forleadership training,fraternal develop-ment,and prayer at the 58th annualCollege Councils Conference,heldSept.29-Oct.1 in New Haven,Con-necticut.In his address to the confer-ence,Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly encouraged the Knights to have hope amid their daily chal-lenges and to turn to Mary for aid.“Our Father in heavenwill fulfill the work he has started in you....Put your trustnot only in our Lord,but also in Our Lady,"he said."TheBlessed Mother will guide and guard you....Believe mewhen I say,Mary is alvays looking out for her Knights.” Did you know?Halloween was known as "All Hallows'Eve”until 1773,when the Scots began referring to it asHallow-e'en.The first known use of the word is in the po-em"Halloween."written in 1786.In 1958.Mamie Eisen-hower became the first First Lady to decorate the WhiteHouse for Halloween. If you are interested in joining the St.Gabriel's Knights ofColumbus.contact a current member or send us an email atknights@stgabrielsr.org. HELP US TO ST

FAQs

Where can parishioners sign up to receive Flocknote email and text messages?

Parishioners should call the parish office at (201) 327-5663 to provide contact information so the parish can send messages via Flocknote.

What are the main Mass times listed in the bulletin?

Weekdays include 9:00 AM and, in winter and summer variations, Saturday and weekday schedules are specified; Sundays list 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM, and 6:00 PM (Sept.–May). Holy Days follow a schedule referenced in the bulletin.

What are the key details and deadlines for the parish trip to London, Paris, and Lisieux?

The trip runs May 4–12, 2024 with 3 nights in London and 4 nights in Paris. Prices include flights, transfers, and hotels, plus tours including a private visit at Lisieux. Deposits must be made by 11/5 to receive the discounted air, and there are only 20 spaces.

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