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June 5, 2025
TRANSFORMING HEARTS AND COMMUNITY THROUGH JESUS' LOVE.
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A VIDEO MESSAGE FROM THE RECTOR
In this week's message from the Rector, Father Andrew invites you to join him for services this Sunday, June 8, for Pentecost Sunday. Please wear red to church. Following both the 8 am and 10 AM services, Bill Lintz will share an update in the conference room about the church's policies on immigration. Please join us!
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MAKING A DIFFERENCE
CARING FOR OUR IMMIGRANT NEIGHBORS
“The alien who resides with you shall be to you as the native-born among you; you shall love the alien as yourself…” (Leviticus 19:34).
At St. Gregory’s, we believe that welcoming and caring for immigrants is a sacred calling rooted in scripture and tradition. From Abraham and Sarah’s nomadic journey to the Israelites’ time in Egypt, the Bible reminds us that God’s people have often been strangers in foreign lands. Jesus echoes this call in the Parable of the Good Samaritan, urging us to show compassion across boundaries.
In light of recent changes in immigration laws, we have prayerfully considered how to respond as a congregation. Led by our Senior Warden Bill Lintz and vestry member Cyndi Bloom, a committee has developed a set of protocols to guide our response. These were approved by the vestry in May.
We invite you to join us in the conference room after both the 8 am and 10 am services to learn more. It’s Brothers Breakfast Sunday—feel free to bring your breakfast along!
In Christ,
Andrew+
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DISCUSSION ON IMMIGRATION PROTOCOLS
SUNDAY, JUNE 8 IN THE CONFERENCE ROOM FOLLOWING THE 8 AM AND 10 AM SERVICES
On Sunday, June 8, Bill Lintz will offer an update on immigration protocols developed by St. Gregory's and the diocese. Feel free to grab your Brothers breakfast and go to the conference room after both the 8 AM service and 10 AM service to learn more and to participate in the discussion.
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THIS SUNDAY'S ALTAR FLOWERS
The flowers adorning the altar on Sunday are given with love by Cecil Jonas in honor of his 66th wedding anniversary to his wife, Joan.
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BROTHERS BREAKFAST - PENTECOST SUNDAY, JUNE 8
Don't miss the Best Breakfast in Boca and the last Brothers Breakfast until Fall! Join us on Pentecost Sunday, June 8, following morning services!
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UPCOMING COFFEE HOURS
We invite you to join us for Sunday Coffee Hour. To keep our Coffee Hour welcoming and stocked, we need contributions such as cheese and crackers, vegetable trays, salads, deviled eggs, and other refreshments. If you can bring something to share, please do so on a Sunday that corresponds to your last name, as outlined in the schedule below. Your contributions will help make our fellowship time even more enjoyable! Thank you for your support!
June 8 - Pentecost Sunday - Brothers Breakfast (last one until Fall!)
June 15 (Father's Day) - families with the last name beginning N-Z
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ST. GREGORY'S NURSERY
Opens for Drop off at 9:30 AM on Sunday
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On Sundays, the beautifully renovated nursery provides childcare for the 10:00 AM service. Dropoff for little ones begins at 9:30 AM.
There is no cost for this service.
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THE ECW THRIFT WILL BE OPEN ON SUNDAY
The ECW Thrift Store will be open on Tuesdays and Thursdays
from 10 AM to 2:00 PM - and two Sundays per month
(the thrift store will be open is on Pentecost Sunday, June 8).
Stop by to say hello or to shop for a treasure. The Big Church Read books are available in the Thrift Store and on Amazon.com.
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HEARING ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE - LISTEN WIFI
St Gregory's has Listen WIFI, an innovative Wi-Fi streaming solution for those with hearing loss or those who would just like to hear better during services. Listen WIFI allows parishioners to use their smartphones to access this technology. Listen with your own headphones, earbuds, or hearing aid device. If you are interested in this hearing-assisted service, please meet the ushers at the back of the church before the 8 AM service and at the back of the church before the 10 AM service.
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SUNDAY, JUNE 8 IS PENTECOST SUNDAY
Please wear red to church!
Join us on Sunday, June 8, as we celebrate Pentecost, commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles. We invite everyone to wear red to church, uniting us in this vibrant expression of our faith.
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ABOUT PENTECOST
The term means “the fiftieth day.” It is used in both the OT and the NT. In the OT it refers to a feast of seven weeks known as the Feast of Weeks. It was apparently an agricultural event that focused on the harvesting of first fruits. Josephus referred to Pentecost as the fiftieth day after the first day of Passover.
The term is used in the NT to refer to the coming of the Spirit on the day of Pentecost (Acts 2:1), shortly after Jesus' death, resurrection, and ascension. Christians came to understand the meaning of Pentecost in terms of the gift of the Spirit. The Pentecost event was the fulfillment of a promise which Jesus gave concerning the return of the Holy Spirit. The speaking in tongues, which was a major effect of having received the Spirit, is interpreted by some to symbolize the church's worldwide preaching.
In the Christian tradition, Pentecost is now the seventh Sunday after Easter. It emphasizes that the church is understood as the body of Christ which is drawn together and given life by the Holy Spirit. Some understand Pentecost to be the origin and sending out of the church into the world. The Day of Pentecost is one of the seven principal feasts of the church year in the Episcopal Church (BCP, p. 15). The Day of Pentecost is identified by the BCP as one of the feasts that is “especially appropriate” for baptism (p. 312).
The liturgical color for the feast is red. Pentecost has also been known as Whitsun or Whitsunday, a corruption of “White Sunday.” This term reflects the custom by which those who were baptized at the Vigil of Pentecost would wear their white baptismal garments to church on the Day of Pentecost. The BCP provides directions for observance of a Vigil of Pentecost, which begins with the Service of Light (p. 227). The Hymnal 1982 provides a variety of hymns for Pentecost (Hymns 223-230) and the Holy Spirit (Hymns 500-516).
Source: https://www.episcopalchurch.org/glossary/pentecost/
PLEASE JOIN US FOR A SPECIAL ALL-AGES WORSHIP
DURING THE 10AM SERVICE ON PENTECOST SUNDAY, JUNE 8TH!
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THE MEN'S SPIRITUALITY GROUP
WEDNESDAY MORNINGS ON ZOOM
The Men's Spirituality Group meets
every Wednesday morning via Zoom
(Meeting ID: 891 9943 6120 Passcode: 408274)
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RESERVING ALTAR FLOWERS
TO HONOR A LOVED ONE
OR SPECIAL OCCASION
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Each Sunday, as we walk into the church, we are greeted by the beauty of our surroundings. In addition to our newly remodeled space, we now have stunning frontals for each church season, enhancing our worship environment. The flowers at the altar further enrich our worship experience. Sponsoring altar flowers on any given Sunday is a meaningful way to honor a loved one on their birthday, celebrate an anniversary, or pay tribute to someone special. The cost to sponsor flowers is $250. The flowers serve as a beautiful and lasting expression of love and remembrance.
To learn more or to get the process started, please email the church office at office@st-gregorys.com.
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This Sunday is the Sunday of Pentecost! May our prayer be “Come, Holy Spirit, Come!” As we observe this important feast day of the church, we will hear the Choir of St. Gregory’s sing an anthem by William Harris “Come Down, O Love Divine”. Sir Harris’s musical setting of the familiar and timeless 15th century text by Biana da Siena has been adapted by as a standard hymn within the Anglican Communion and will no doubt sound familiar to many of you.
The Choir of St. Gregory’s will sing their last service this Sunday before going on summer vacation. I wish to thank each member for their outstanding work throughout the season and for their invaluable contribution of spirit, superior musicianship, and unwavering devotion to their church.
I’ll see you in church!
Blessings,
Tim
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ST. GREGORY'S CHORISTERS
Young People Praising God in Song!
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St. Gregory's Choristers offers outstanding musical education for children in grades 3 - 7 and an opportunity for young people to enjoy fellowship while making glorious music together.
Contact Tim Brumfield for more info
tbrumfield@st-gregorys.com
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SUMMER SCHEDULE HIGHLIGHTS
Pentecost Sunday, Sunday, June 8. Please wear red to church.
No Sunday School, Confirmation class, or Upper Room Time this Sunday, June 8 - All worship together in church!
Confirmation Classes and Upper Room Time for Youth will resume in the Fall.
Summer Sunday School begins Sunday, June 15, and runs through mid-August (final date TBD).
Ice Cream Social in Harris Hall on June 13
Juneteenth Celebration Saturday, June 21 in Harris Hall
No Rise & Shine service in June, July, and August
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SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL
BEGINS ON SUNDAY, JUNE 15
As in years past, our beloved Silvia Hall will be coordinating our Summer Sunday School program.
Children 3yrs old through 5th grade are invited to participate; teens (6th-12th) are welcome to help in the classroom and get community service hours. Parent volunteers are welcome, too!
Summer Sunday School runs each Sunday, June 15 through mid-August (end date TBA) unless otherwise noted. Start time is 9:45 am; please meet in the Godly Play Room.
Contact Silvia Hall if you would like to volunteer or have questions.
silviahall@yahoo.com
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUTH
SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL
❤️ Begins on Sunday, June 15
9:45 am: All interested youth are invited to volunteer with Mrs. Silvia Hall for our Summer Sunday School program for children 3 yrs - 5th grade.
All youth who help will earn community service hours.
Summer Sunday School meets every Sunday from June 15 - mid-August (except otherwise noted; end date TBD).
Meet in Godly Play room. Contact Silvia Hall for more info. Scroll up for more info!
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YAYA BOUTIQUE UPDATE
Where does YAYA come from?
Reminder -- Where does the name "YAYA" come from? Easy -- it stands for Youth and Young Adult! All our proceeds benefit our ministry with youth and young adults. The boutique will be on hiatus during the summer months but will return this Fall. Stay tuned for future pop up dates!
Restore the Earth ~ Refresh your style ~ Renew your wardrobe!
MORE POP UPS COMING IN THE FALL!
STAY TUNED!
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How have you served our community?
Share your stories and photos!
Send to anitasherman561@gmail.com
Summer Service Ideas
Though we will not offer organized events during the summer months,
you can still do community service and earn hours!
Try one of these ideas or come up with some of your own!
❤️ Help out at St. Gregory's Juneteenth Celebration!
Saturday, June 21 from 5pm - 8pm
Scroll down for more info!
❤️ Help out at St. Gregory's Summer Sunday School!
Join Summer Sunday School Coordinator Silvia Hall in presenting fun and meaningful programs for children aged 3yrs - 5th grade during the summer months.
Start time is 9:45am in the Godly Play and/or 4th/5th grade classroom.
All teens who assist can earn community service hours!
Contact Silvia Hall for more information: silviahall@yahoo.com
❤️ Write notes or make cards of encouragement
for seniors in local nursing homes.
Deliver them yourself (Boca Rehab is a great choice; 755 Meadows Rd, Boca) OR drop them off at church and Anita will deliver them!
❤️ Send a note of thanks or encouragement
to someone serving in the military.
Visit Operation Gratitude's website for great info and guidelines.
https://www.operationgratitude.com/volunteer/anywhere/letters/
❤️ DIY Beach Clean Up
Grab a bag, gloves and/or grabber and hit the sand to pick up trash to keep our beaches clean, beautiful and hospitable for wildlife.
You'll be amazed at how much debris you can collect in even a few minutes of clean up.
❤️ Make a Difference This Summer with the Fuller Center in Boca!
Looking for a meaningful way to spend the Summer? Join the Fuller Center to make new friends while making an impact on our community. Volunteers can support our preschool or summer camp programs, while experienced volunteers (ages 16+) are invited to serve as Mentors—positive role models who inspire and guide our campers.
Youth ages 14–22 can join our Teen Leader program, focused on leadership development, community service, and hands-on skill-building. Through the Fuller Center Teen Van, Teen Leaders also enjoy off-site adventures like college tours, cultural experiences, and professional development trips—all while earning community service hours as part of the Teen Team.
Step up, serve, and grow this summer with the Fuller Center!
Learn more and sign up with:
Lisa Talley, Associate Director of Community Engagement
561.391.7274, ext. 125
ltalley@fullercenterfl.org
www.fullercenterfl.org/volunteers
HAVE A GREAT SUMMER IDEA OF YOUR OWN? SHARE IT WITH US!
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KANUGA YOUTH WEEK 2025
June 15 - 20, 2025
Kanuga Conference Center in Hendersonville, NC, will once again host Youth Week this summer. Youth Week is the summer event for KEY Conferences (Kanuga Empowered Youth). As one of the longest-running events for youth ministry in the United States, Youth Week brings together youth and adults who work with youth from around the country for a week of fun, friendship and prayer. This Kanuga tradition embodies the vibrancy of the national Episcopal Church and encourages participants to seek authentic connections with Christ and one another. Those who attend are empowered to build community through small group discussions, conference-wide gatherings, music, prayer, and play.
Please note that this year neither Fr. Andrew nor Anita will be available to be part of Youth Week. Also, there is no diocesan transportation provided; all attendees will need to arrange for transportation independently.
Contact office@st-gregorys.com if you'd like to attend. Scholarship and administrative assistance are available!
All youth welcome!
JYP: Junior Young People, Grades 7–9
SYP: Senior Young People, Grades 10–12 + recent high school graduates
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THEOLOGICAL DEBATE CAMP
FOR HIGH SCHOOL TEENS
The SUMMA Theological Debate Summer Camp brings together high school students from across the country to one of the largest and most beautiful college campuses anywhere – the University of the South in Sewanee, Tennessee. By exploring life’s biggest questions through theological debate, we broaden students’ understanding of Christianity and its enduring power to speak the truth in love. Contact SUMMA at summa.sewanee.edu with any questions.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteers are needed for various ministries.
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Our Lay Eucharistic Visitor volunteer group is looking for members of our St. Gregory’s family to join them as they:
1. Deliver communion and enrich the religious experience of those unable to attend church due to illness or incapacity.
2. Visit and spiritually support those in need of the comfort and companionship of St. Gregory’s
3. Maintain contact with those parishioners with whom they are assigned to assure them that they are still a part of our St. Gregory’s community.
If this type of ministry appeals to you, please contact David Cominole 561-376-9056 or email him at david.cominole@att.net for more information.
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PASTORAL CARE
St. Gregory's Is Here For You.
| St. Gregory's provides a variety of support ministries that are here to support you. Our clergy, staff, and Stephen Ministers are here to answer your questions, pray with you, and for your pastoral needs. Contact the church office at 561-395-8285 or by email at office@st-gregorys.com. Learn more. | | | | | |
JUNE PRAYER CALENDAR FOR HAITI
Please keep Haiti in your prayers.
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Join us in prayer for the people of Haiti. Now, more than ever, they need our prayers and support. Click the link below to view this month's prayer calendar.
https://conta.cc/4dII5Zf
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