Message From Father Angi

October is Respect Life Month; a time to join together as one Catholic Church to defend the dignity of all human life, from the time we are knit together in our mothers’ wombs until we take our final breaths, each moment of our lives is a gift from God. Each year the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops designates the first Sunday of October as the beginning of an annual Respect Life program.

Today the gift of life is threatened in countless ways. Those who are most vulnerable, rather than receiving the protection they deserve, are all too often seen as a burden and as expendable. As new attacks on human life continue to emerge, we can be tempted to despair, but Christ instead offers us hope. Christian hope is profound and goes to the very depths of our identity as followers of Christ. Hope is the virtue “by which we desire the kingdom of heaven and eternal life as our happiness, placing our trust in Christ's promises and relying not on our own strength, but on the help of the grace of the Holy Spirit.”

The Church teaches us that “the one who has hope lives differently.” The hope of salvation ensures that even in the darkest moments of our lives, we will be given the strength to persevere. By virtue of this Christian hope, we can face any challenge or trial. When the seas of life swell and we are battered by the waves, hope allows us to remain anchored in the heart of God. May we hold fast to Christ our hope, from the beginning of life to its very end.  Do not be afraid to stand up for Life.

Sincerely,

Fr. Steve

Help Wanted for “Help Your Neighbor Day”

We need volunteers to help our neighbors who need our assistance for our annual “Help Your Neighbor Day”.



On Sunday afternoon on November 10th, members of St. Gregory the Great’s three churches will gather to be assigned the yard of an elderly or disabled neighbor who needs help with exterior clean-up before winter. Volunteers can be of all ages: adults, families, students, fathers, mothers, and grandparents.

Under the sponsorship of American Landscape and outreach teams from St. John Fisher, Guardian Angels, and Immaculate Heart of Mary, volunteers will spend the afternoon doing yard work for a neighbor in need. We need your help and don’t worry: the Bengals play on Thursday night that week!

Please email Lauri Zahumensky at mamazahu1@gmail.com to volunteer and/or recommend a neighbor’s yard. 

Feast of the Guardian Angels



Blessings to our first graders, new students (grades 2-8) and new staff members who received a Guardian Angel medal during our Mass celebrating the Feast of the Guardian Angels. May their Guardian Angel always be at their side to light and guard, rule and guide.

Boy Scout Wreath Sale

Support Troop 445 and adorn your door with a beautiful fresh pine wreath or Candlelit centerpiece. All proceeds go to scout events, campouts, and expenses. Delivery the week before Thanksgiving.

To purchase, just complete the attached form or place your order online here. Orders are due Wednesday, October 30th. Pick-up is November 23rd and 24th at the GA Scout House. 

Monster Mash Tickets Are Available!

All families are invited to this Halloween Bash on Saturday, October 19th from 6:30-9:30 p.m. in the GA Upper Lot (PC Gym in case of bad weather).

Join us for a family-friendly Halloween party! Enjoy games for the kids, tractor rides, face painting, free pizza, snacks, drinks, adult beverages for sale, a photo booth, DJ and more!

To purchase tickets, click here. If you prefer to purchase using a check, an order form is attached.

Volunteers and donations needed! Please click here to sign up. Thank you so much for your time and help.

Please reach out to Jennifer Allgier with questions.

Congratulations to Our 8th-Grade Confirmation Class

Congratulations to the 64 students being Confirmed by Fr. Steve Angi on October 10th. Please keep the Confirmandi in your prayers as they prepare to receive the Holy Spirit and are welcomed into full initiation into the Church!

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Great news for anyone who pays Ohio income tax and supports Guardian Angels

We have many students at Guardian Angels who benefit from scholarships provided by the Catholic Education Foundation (CEF). 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 the end of the year 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."

Congratulations to Our New Altar Servers

Congratulations to these students who have answered the call to become altar servers. Welcome to Nolan Brothers, Cooper Brandenburg, Eleanor Dawson, Evan Gupton, Aaliyan Jordan, Abby Kathmann, Lizzie Kingsolver, Leo Linz, Nicholas Maddox, Rory McElroy, Charlotte Messerly, and Logan Stewart. May God guide them in this new ministry!

GA Faith Formation Board is Seeking New Members

Our Faith Formation Board is seeking new members and also a new chairperson. The Faith Formation Board was formed in 2021 and helps plan and support parish events designed to form youth and adults in the Catholic faith more fully. The board also helps grow the parish community through outreach to former Catholics, non-Catholic Christians, and others interested in learning about life in the Catholic Church. We meet once a month throughout the year except in June and July. This is a great chance to get involved at Guardian Angels and meet other parishioners outside of Mass! If you’re interested in joining, have questions, or want more information, contact Lisa Myers at (513) 325-4571 or Kevin Carter at (703) 981-6591.

Adult Help Wanted – for “Youthful” Volunteer Opportunities

Middle School Youth Ministry

We are re-launching the Middle School Youth Ministry programs with two groups: a 5th & 6th grade group and a 7th & 8th grade group. We need adults who have a passion for developing the faith and fellowship lives of these young people in a fun, supportive, and nurturing environment. We’re hoping to hold two meetings each month for each group. 

High School Youth Ministry Leadership Team 

We are looking to add to the current High School Youth Ministry leadership team. Alison Richert is the current Lead Coordinator for the HS Youth Ministry. For SafeParish reasons, and because the kids would benefit from a second “regular” minister, we’re looking for another “youthful” person who would enjoy partnering with her weekly. Ideally, we’re looking for a male so that any immediate personal issues can be handled appropriately. You can be someone who “just shows up ready to help” each week, or you can get involved in planning the weekly sessions. 

Core Team Volunteers

If you’re looking for a more flexible option, we are also forming a Core Team for the Middle School and High School Youth Ministry groups. These teams will help advise on the structure of the program, as well as be available to assist from time to time with chaperoning events, leading activities, helping with marketing, etc. 

If this sounds like something God may be calling you to, please reach out to Steve Von Hoene, the Associate Director of Youth Evangelization at stevevh@sggparish.org. 

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Rosary Rally

Please join St. Gregory the Great Family of Parishes in praying for our nation on Saturday, October 12th from noon-1 pm at a local Public Square Rosary Rally. This will take place at Guardian Angels Church in front of Main Entrance on Beechmont Ave. Rain or shine. Be sure to bring your chairs, and an extra if you can, as no chairs will be provided.

Please contact Nick Carpinello at 513-289-7143 ncarpinello@gmail.com for more information.

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.

St. Gregory's 60+ Group Newsletter

The St. Gregory the Great 60+ Group has many exciting events and activities coming up. To see their most-recent newsletter, click here.

Volunteer for 40 Days for Life

For the past 20 years, Guardian Angels Parish has participated in “40 Days for Life”. Beginning September 25th, someone will be standing in prayer in front of Planned Parenthood’s abortion facility every day from 7 am to 7 pm. Our St. Gregory the Great family has committed to cover all twelve hours on Saturday, 10/12, and Wednesday, 10/30. Many of our working parishioners try to cover our early and late hours, and those available during the day fill the hours in between.

Please consider signing up! To select a timeslot, click here or see the bulletin board in our Gathering Space. Questions? Problems signing up? Contact Luann Rowekamp, 513-226-7492 or lrowekamp@fuse.net. 

High School Youth Group

When: Sundays from 6:30-8:30 pm. Upcoming dates are 10/6, and 10/13. Meetings will move to Mondays beginning 10/21 for our next topic.

What: "Who is Jesus Really...?"

Where: IHM Youth Room (7826 Beechmont Ave.)

Why: A chance for students in grades 9-12 to play games, discuss various topics, and grow in faith and fellowship.

Young Men's Faith and Fellowship

Young Women's Faith and Fellowship

When: 2nd and 4th Wednesday every month from 8-9 pm.

from 8:00-9:00 pm. Upcoming dates are 10/9, 10/23, 11/13, and 12/11.

Where: Guardian Angels Catholic Church in the Room B

Age: 20s - 40s

Join together with other women to expand your Catholic faith and build meaningful relationships as we dive into various faith studies from the Blessed is She, Rooted devotional. No prior knowledge or materials needed; come as you are! Contact the group at womensfaith@gaparish.org for more information.  

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.

Upcoming Admissions Events

Guardian Angels school will offer multiple Informational Coffee Sessions with our principal, Corey Stoops. These small group sessions create the opportunity for those interested in Guardian Angels to meet our principal, have their questions answered on a personal level, and see the school in action! These are for anyone considering enrolling their child(ren) in kindergarten through eighth grade for the 2025-2026 school year. Please RSVP through the appropriate link below and share it with anyone who is interested in learning more about Guardian Angels School.

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.

Preschool Open House

A Preschool Open House will be held Monday, November 11th from 5:00-7:00 p.m. This event is specifically for anyone considering enrolling their child(ren) in the preschool and/or pre-k program for the 2025-2026 school year. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP through the link below.

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!