There’s a story about a King who claimed to hold divine power of life and death over his subjects.  Because of this he decreed that it was legally impossible for even he himself to change any sentence once he imposed it on a person.  One day the King became so irritated by his court jester that in a sudden fit of anger, 

he sentenced the jester to death.  As the king realized all too late how harsh his judgment was, he felt terrible and sorry for his jester.  However he knew that he couldn’t change the sentence.  The King said to the jester, “In consideration of your faithful service, I will permit you to choose the manner in which you prefer 

to die.”  The Jester took a few moments to think this over, and then he answered, “I choose to die of old age.”

     Wouldn’t be great if we were given the opportunity to choose when we could die?  If given the choice, I’m sure we too would choose to die after a long life on earth and at a “ripe old age”.  However the truth is, our journey to God can come at any time- as our Lord tells us, “you do not know the day or the hour.”  The wise Christian is one who constantly and consistently seeks to be “right with God.”  The wise Christian lives his/her faith daily.  The wise Christian is always prepared, 

always ready, to meet his/her maker.  The wise Christian can be confident that 

with every passing day on earth, they are not closer to death, but that much closer to eternal happiness.  

God Loves You,

Fr. Dunn

A very special and hearth-felt thanks to the many volunteers who helped make this year’s Forest of Fear a tremendous success!  I greatly appreciate your time and efforts.  Special mention and thanks should be made to our “master minds”- Gene McNamara, David Knight, and Bob Novella.  Their creativity, time and hard-work knows no bounds!  Also, thanks to all who participated and supported the Forest of Fear as well!  2,843 people walked through the Forest, producing $42,645 in proceeds! 

 It was great to get together and provide some family fun in this unusual and difficult time.  

Remember, review our website (forestoffear.org) for next year’s days/times!

Bishop Frank J. Caggiano has announced that we will return to phase 2 capacity  of  25% or 100 people inside our churches. In those parishes that are ready to follow our established norms, the celebration of weekday Masses, Funeral Masses and Nuptial Weddings within our Churches may also resume.

 Please let us know if you will be attending Mass by calling our Parish Office (203) 797-0222 or emailing us at sgbulletin@aol.com.  This should be done on a weekly basis beginning every Monday. 

( This is not necessary for weekday Masses.)
 

By attending the parish service, you recognize the obligation to (i) wear a mask or face covering when 

required; (ii) adhere to all required direction regarding social distance spacing when participating in the

service and (iii) not attend service if you are sick, experiencing any symptoms consistent with the coronavirus, or are otherwise required to be quarantined.

Saturday 4:30 Mass will continue to be livestreamed on our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/stgregsdanbury/) and website (https://stgregdanbury.org/covid-19-response   If you have any issues, please contact Darlene Rabito at sgbulletin@aol.com 

 Confession Saturday 3:00—3:45pm

Something that is very important to both Fr. Ford and I, is Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.  We both are deeply devoted to Jesus in the Eucharist.  Prayer, especially in front of the real presence of Our Lord, is what supports and blesses the work we do at St. Gregory.  Without regular and devout prayer in the presence of Our Lord, a Parish will truly suffer.  Therefore, we will offer Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament for one hour (from immediately after the 8 AM Mass to 9:30 AM).  Going forward this will continue every Friday.  I encourage you to help bring blessings to both our Parish and your personal life by joining us for this Holy Hour. 

 Thank you ahead of time for your interest and prayers!

 The theme for our Parish and school this year will be, “Jesus I trust in You!”  

These are the words found at the bottom of paintings of the Divine Mercy of Jesus.

     In thanksgiving to Jesus and asking for His and Mary’s continued blessings and 

protection this year, we’re adding two weekly devotions to our Parish Calendar.  First, we will recite the Chaplet of Divine Mercy every Friday at 3 PM with the Blessed Sacrament exposed. 

Second, we will pray the rosary every Monday at 9:30 AM, asking for our heavenly Mother’s intercession.   The children of our school will livestream and participate from our school (others may do so as well), and parishioners are encouraged and most welcome to attend.  I truly believe in the power of prayer and that these additions will bring many blessings to our Parish and School! 

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Beginning in October join other families in the Diocese in saying the 

Rosary every Sunday at 7:30pm. 

Visit www.formationreimagined.org and click on the praying hands. 

If you have any questions, please email Rosary@diobpt.org

Saturday, Nov. 14

Applications Now Open!

Immaculatehs.org/apply

A Virtual Event 

Featuring Bishop Frank Caggiano in a special video edition of "Let Me Be Frank"

November 12 at a time of your convenience!

This is a free event! No registration required!

The Women of St. Gregory  

The Women of St. Gregory meet the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 

7:00 p.m. in the  Community Room. 

New members are always welcome!

Women’s Sewing  and Craft/Weaving  Group meet Monday at 12:00 p.m.  and 

Thursday at  7:00 p.m. in the Community room.

 Questions, contact Isabel King  at 203 –512-7307

 or

 Evelyn De Felice at 203-792-0824

Starting in October the Prayer Shawl  Ministry will meet every  first and third  Saturday of the month at 9:30. a.m. in the Parish  Community Room.  

Please join us with your yarn and needles. 

 Contact Stephanie Martin at 

stephaniemartin@outlook.com for additional information. 

      This year’s study is

         John’s Gospel 

         “Touching the Divine”

In person and virtual sessions are being offered on

 Wednesdays in the morning and evening. 

For more information, contact Suzanne scurra@diobpt.org or Rene 203-417-9865

If You Have Not Registered

 Your Child for our Faith Formation Program, 

Please Call the Office at  203-797-0222

November -

Sun. Nov. 8 @ 11:00 am Family Catechesis The Saints

Tues. Nov. 17 @ 7:00 pm Family Catechesis The  Saints

Sun. Nov. 29 @  6:00 pm Christmas Tree Lighting (Social)

                                            & Advent Service Project

December-

Sun. Dec. 6 @ 11:00 am Family Catechists

                                             The Eucharist  & Confession

Tues. Dec. 15 @ 7:00 pm  Family Catechists

                                               The Eucharist & Confession

 will be at  St. Gregory’s during the weekend of January 8-11. 

Thank you for your  support.

Birthright is an emergency pregnancy service offering free pregnancy                 tests, friendship counseling, and practical support.  Our guiding principle: It is the RIGHT  of every pregnant woman to give BIRTH and the RIGHT of every child to be BORN. Birthright has served in Connecticut since 1972 and helped thousands of mothers and babies. There are 8 Birthright locations in our state. Please call 1-800-550-4900 for the Birthright nearest you. Training is provided. Spanish speaking volunteers are especially needed. If you have  gently worn MATERNITY or BABY CLOTHING please call to arrange a drop off! Thank you!!!

Join us for a 9 Week Seven Sorrows Rosary Novena!

September 25th—November 27th

Register Now!

Contact Marie Sangalli: 

mareesang@yahoo.com or (845) 279 - 7607

Information will be emailed to you upon registration

Irene Anderson, Tommie DeSantis, Patti Skok, Robert Carolan, Linda 

Salvador, Robin Brundage, Jr., Vicki Denicola, Dave Sutton, Joe Vick, Isiah Matthew,  Arlene Kuderna, Valerie Geerer, Ellen Boyle, Kenneth Towery, Carole Salvatore, Dr. John Famigletti, Brother Ronald Giannone, Mark Cefaloni, Susan Gallagher, John Muro, Carol Gershkowitz,  and David and Darlene Collins

October 25, 2020

$5,225.50