Message From Father Angi

On Saturday, March 14 at the 3:30 Mass at GA, we will celebrate the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick. The Anointing of the Sick is the sacrament that is received by those who are ill or suffering. By the sacred anointing and the prayer of the priest, the whole Church commends those who are sick to Christ. The sick person receives the Holy Spirit’s gifts of strength, faith, peace, and courage, and his or her suffering is united with the suffering of Christ for the building up of the Church. Through the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, the Church carries out Jesus’ mission of compassion and healing for the sick. The one who is ill can also be a minister to others. By uniting their suffering to Christ, those who are sick can be signs of faith and witnesses of Christ’s Resurrection to the entire community.

The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick is both “a liturgical and a communal celebration.” In the family home, hospital, or church, members of the Body of Christ gather for the sacramental rite led by a priest. The Penitential Rite followed by the Liturgy of the Word and sacramental anointing of the sick can inspire and comfort both those who are ill and their family and friends who are gathered. Many parishes have communal celebrations at which many persons receive the sacrament. These sacramental celebrations are a “source of strength amid pain and weakness, hope amid despair” and a “joyful encounter” for the entire community. Anointing with sacred oil is a sign of blessing by the Holy Spirit of the one who is sick. The Oil of the Sick, which receives a different blessing from the Chrism oil used during Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders, recalls the community’s sharing of the Holy Spirit and the sick person’s connection to the entire Body of Christ and Communion of Saints.

As a Christian Community, we are called to comfort, pray for and with, and be in solidarity with all who are sick or suffering. Caring for those who suffer is not a burden, but a gift. Those who care for the sick do holy and important work; they walk with Christ’s suffering people and in doing so, serve Christ himself. Those who minister to the sick and who work to secure decent health care for all become “the living sign of Jesus Christ and his Church in showing love towards the sick and suffering.” The sacrament reminds us that each person is made in the image of God and has dignity that remains unchanged, no matter what the body suffers. The ministry of those who are sick is a powerful witness to the fact that human dignity is intrinsic and does not increase or decrease based on a person’s physical state or abilities. This is why the Church works to protect the life and dignity of the person at every stage of life and why the Church works to secure access to decent health care for all. I thank our St. Gregory the Great Health Ministries for working to make this liturgy a special moment for our brothers and sisters who are suffering.

Spam Emails

Please note, there has been an uptick of spam emails, phone calls, and text messages. Neither Fr. Steve Angi, Fr. Aaron Hess, nor Fr. Tom King would ask you for a donation over email or for a donation to be given via gift cards to the parish. Please never click on a link sent unsolicited by their names without checking the email address and verifying they sent it to you. If you happen to receive a suspicious message, please don't reply or engage. Instead, please contact any of our parish offices. Thank you for your vigilance and for helping protect our parish community.

Make a Prayer a Priority During Lent

We Want to Hear From You!

Our parish family is growing, and your voice is important! Take a moment to fill out this short, anonymous survey. Responses are due by March 22.

Penance Service - March 24



The St. Gregory the Great family is offering a parish-wide Lenten Reconciliation Service at 7:00 pm on Tuesday, March 24th at Immaculate Heart of Mary. We invite everyone to begin anew with souls nourished from the gift of forgiveness God offers us all. If it has been a long time since you have received this sacrament, there is no need to be nervous! You don’t need to memorize any words to receive Christ’s healing gift, though you are welcome to use the prayers set forth by the Church if that makes you more comfortable. Most importantly, remember that this is a sacrament of healing – it is not to cause shame, but to help you openly receive God’s sacramental grace. To see an Examination of Conscience with the Beatitudes, click here.

Palm Sunday Easter Egg Hunt

Bid N' Buy Chair Needed!

The annual GA Bid N Buy needs a chair to keep the tradition alive and the fundraiser running. This online auction is our parish's largest fundraiser, with proceeds providing support for our parish and its PSOs, including Guardian Angels School.

This year, we have the ability to move the timing of the fundraiser to better serve our community and the committee's needs.

A chair (or co-chairs), along with committee members are needed to plan and execute this event. This is a great way to get involved, meet new people, and give back to the GA community!

If you're interested in chairing the event in 2026, please contact Kay Froehlich.

Vacation Bible School June 22nd-25th

Step through the mist into Rainforest Falls, overflowing with wild waterfalls, towering trees, and colorful creatures. Beneath a canopy of chattering birds and howling monkeys, kids plunge into a lifelong adventure of discovering the nature of God. They’ll explore what it means to be rooted in relationship with God, their creator, a safe place in life’s storms.

To register, click here.

St. Gregory the Great Lenten Schedule

Registration for St. Gregory the Great Family Faith Formation is Now Open!



We are excited to share the dates, details, and registration link for our 2026-2027 St. Gregory the Great Family Faith Formation options. Each option is offered as an opportunity for families to grow in faith together. We strive to bring the Gospel of Jesus Christ to life by exploring our faith through study of our Catholic core beliefs, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Scripture, Sacraments, Saints, Prayer, and through practical application activities based on these teachings. Click here to find out more and to register. If you have questions, please contact the Faith Formation office at peggys@ihom.org or 513-388-4187.

Middle School Youth Ministry Meeting Changes

Middle School Youth Group will now meet every other Sunday from 6;30-8 p.m., following 5:30 p.m. Mass at IHM.

All students in grades 6–8 are invited to join us for our Middle School Youth Ministry program!

***NEW***

When: Bi-Weekly on Sundays, beginning March 1st (3/1, 3/15, 3/29)

Time: 6:30-8 p.m., following 5:30 p.m. Mass

Where: Youth Room on IHM's campus

Each week is packed with fun, faith, games, and community as we grow together in our relationship with Christ. Come hang out, bring a friend, and be part of something great!

Got questions? Contact alexb@sggparish.org for more info.



We can’t wait to see you there! 

4th Annual Day of Service is March 21st

Help Us Communicate with You!

Subscribe today to the St. Gregory the Great newsletter through clicking this link!

The GA monthly newsletter will remain for the time being. The St. Gregory the Great email will be focused on news from the family level.

Visit the Fish Fry

40 Days for Life: Help Save Lives!

Christians throughout the tri-state are invited to take part in the International 40 Days for Life Campaign from February 18th through March 29th. In addition to 40 days of prayer and fasting for an end to abortion in America, please consider volunteering to pray outside of Planned Parenthood’s facility at 2314 Auburn Avenue for one or more hours during the 40 days and spread the word to others about this important life-saving effort.

The St. Gregory the Great family has committed to stand in prayer at Planned Parenthood’s facility on the first day Saturday, March 14th and Wednesday, March 25th, from 7 am - 7 pm. To volunteer to cover an hour of prayer, look for the sign-up sheets in our churches or sign up here. Thank you for your consideration!

Year End Tax Statements

All year-end tax letters to parishioners were mailed out by January 31, 2026. Only parishioners with contributions of $250.00 and over will receive a tax letter. You may call the parish office at 513.231.7440 and request a tax letter if your contribution is less than $250.00.

Helping Young Minds Thrive: Mental Wellness Event

Thank You for Supporting Guardian Angels through the Catholic Education Foundation (CEF)

Our GA family generously donated, placing us near the top in the diocese in contributions to the CEF-SGO. We have many students who benefit from CEF scholarships. Families interested in learning more about financial assistance for Guardian Angels School, can learn more here. 

Ohio taxpayers who donate to the CEF may be able to claim a dollar-for-dollar, non-refundable tax credit on their state income tax return, up to $750 per donor. For more information, click here.

We hope you consider a donation before filing your 2025 taxes and choose "Guardian Angels School (Cincinnati)(C00160)" from the drop-down when prompted.

Parishioner and tax expert, Brien Dulle, is donating. Here's what he had to say. "Supporting the CEF is a no-brainer for me for two reasons. As a graduate of GA that is also sending my daughters to the school, I want to invest in the education that our children receive. Secondly, there's no extra money out of pocket since I can claim a dollar-for-dollar Ohio tax credit."

Looking to Get Involved at Guardian Angels?

Guardian Angels has stood as a beacon of light in the Mt. Washington community for over 130 years, because of our generous families who make up our parish.

Are you looking to get involved at Guardian Angels? Sign up here to be involved in our Sunday liturgies or visit the SGG website to volunteer in one of our many ministries.

From the Mountains to the Sea Luncheon Save the Date 

Cookie Ministry

Thank you for your donations to the Cookie Ministry this year. The Peanut Butter group really appreciates your support. They minister to the needy at St. Francis Seraph Soup Kitchen all year, so your donations over the summer are much needed. They put together a lunch sack on Tuesday mornings, so your donations should be dropped off on Mondays in the rectory. Your donation of cookies, brownies, rice krispie treats, etc adds a sweet treat to the lunches our peanut butter group makes for the needy of the St. Francis Seraph Soup Kitchen. Treats can be homemade or store-bought, but should be individually packaged (2 cookies per bag). They are also in need of juice boxes or pouches and prepackaged snacks like chips, pretzels, cheez-its, etc.

If you would like to help put together the lunches or drive them down to St. Francis Seraph, contact Kathy Hosking at 513-232-0958. Thank you for your help!

Grief Support Group

Join others on your journey from grief to healing in a nurturing, relaxed atmosphere. This support group is for any adult who has lost a loved one through death. The group meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday at 4 pm year round at Guardian Angels downstairs in Room B. If you would like to attend or have questions, simply call the GA Rectory at 513-231-7440.

Save the Date for the St. Gregory the Great Mass and Reception

Support Guardian Angels School Every Time You Shop at Kroger!

GA is participating in the Kroger Community Rewards program. Use this link to support GA every time you shop at Kroger! This will link your Kroger Shoppers Card to GA. Any transactions moving forward using the Shopper’s Card number associated with your digital account will be applied to the program, at no added cost to you. Kroger donates annually to participating organizations based on your percentage of spending as it relates to the total spending associated with all participating Kroger Community Rewards organizations.

Guardian Angels code is NPOs:80200

Follow St. Gregory the Great on Social Media!

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Angels on Call is Here to Help

Do you know of someone in our parish experiencing a loss or hardship? Fellow GA parishioners are ready to lend a hand year-round with acts of service, meals or material items. Simply reach out to the email below. Please note, we will use discretion in all matters brought to our attention. GA is Family.

If you're interested in helping with Angels on Call, we'd love to hear from you. You can email us at aoc@gaparish.org.

Children's Liturgy of the Word

Children's Liturgy of the Word takes place at Guardian Angels Church on the third Sunday of the month at 10 am for children ages 4-8. If you are interested in helping out, email alisonr@sggparish.org.

Young Women's Faith and Fellowship

GA's Women's Faith and Fellowship group meets for one hour the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at 8:15 pm in Room B in the GA Undercroft.

No prior knowledge or materials are needed! Come as you are! This ministry is for women in their 20's-40's.

Young Men's Faith and Fellowship

Fathers Team

Every Friday, GA Fathers meet at 6:05 am to discuss various topics of interest and importance to our roles as dads, husbands, and “brothers”. Each week is a different topic, with outside speakers occasionally. All GA fathers are invited to join in person in Room B (downstairs) or via Zoom. Contact us at GAfathersteam@gmail.com for the Zoom link and for any other info on the group.

2026-2027 Enrollment

Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year is open. You'll find all the information you need on the school website.

If you missed our Information Sessions but would still like to learn more about our school, we invite you to take a personal tour. A tour allows you to meet with our administration to discuss the classes and programs available through GA and have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have. These are typically done during school hours so you can see what a typical day is like for students. Call the school office at (513)624-3141 to schedule a tour.

School Masses

Please join our school community in celebrating the Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the school year. All-school Masses are offered most Tuesdays for Kindergarten through 8th grade and are live-streamed to the Guardian Angels YouTube channel. Visitors are welcome to attend any school Mass, although seating is limited for all-school Masses.

Please include our school community in your daily prayers!