The


Gregorian


Chant

Morning Offering


I bless the night that nourished my heart

To set the ghosts of longing free

Into the flow and figure of dream

That went to harvest from the dark

Bread for the hunger no one sees.

All that is eternal in me

Welcomes the wonder of this day,

The field of brightness it creates

Offering time for each thing

To arise and illuminate.

I place on the altar of dawn:

The quiet loyalty of breath,

The tent of thought where I shelter,

Waves of desire I am shore to

And all beauty drawn to the eye.

May my mind come alive today

To the invisible geography

That invites me to new frontiers,

To break the dead shell of yesterdays,

To risk being disturbed and changed.

May I have the courage today

To live the life that I would love,

To postpone my dream no longer

But do at last what I came here for

And waste my heart on fear no more.


By John O’Donohue

Adult Spiritual Formation class will not meet this Sunday, Sept. 13 so that all may attend the Nuci Space information display.

Outreach Committee


The Outreach Committee will meet in the library after the 10:30AM service this Sunday, Sept. 13. Anyone is welcome to join!

Community Night Supper!


Come join us next Wednesday, Sept. 16, as we begin our fall community suppers! Bring a dish to share and spend time with fellow Gregorians! We meet at 6:30PM in the Christian Ed building.

Confirmation Classes


Our next round of confirmation classes starts Sunday, Sept 20. If you're interested in being confirmed, received, or reaffirmed; or you want to know what these words mean; or you are just curious about deepening your understanding of our traditions without committing to anything, come join us! The rest of our classes will be scheduled based on the availability of our participants. The Diocesan Confirmation service at the Cathedral will be held on Sunday, December 6 at 4PM. If you are interested or have questions, please reach out to Jeff Ballance or Mother Nikki

The LGBTQ+ Commission of the Diocese of Atlanta wants to see you at Atlanta Pride! On October 11, thousands will gather in Atlanta to celebrate Pride, and we want you to walk with our group. Lunch is provided. Please register to walk here. 


  • Date: Sunday, October 11
  • Time: 11:30a arrival and the Parade begins at 12p


We also need help decorating our float for the Parade. Volunteers will gather at St. Luke's Atlanta on Saturday, October 10, to decorate the float. Lunch is provided. Please register as a volunteer here. Volunteers will receive a follow up email with additional information. 


  • Date: Saturday, October 10
  • Time: 8a-1p

Stewardship


Dear St. Gregory the Great church community,

The 2026 Stewardship Campaign is underway to support the budget for St. Gregory's works and mission during next year. 

 

If you are new to St. Gregory and not yet listed in the Family Directory or haven't received your 2026 Pledge Packet in the mail -- you can find Pledge Packets in the display rack located in the sanctuary narthex -- please pick one up and join with your church family in making your pledge!  


Peace and blessings,

Stewardship Committee

*Total giving = Sunday in-person giving + previous week's online giving


Sept. 6, 2026

Sept. 7, 2025

Attendance

102

149

Total Giving*

$8,819

$11,911

St Greg's Youth (6th-12th Grades) have the following activities planned:



  • Sunday, September 13 - Youth Sunday School - 12:00pm-1:30pm 📔
  • Youth Sunday School takes place on the first two Sundays of the month after the 10:30 service from 12-1:30 in the youth room, lunch provided! 
  • Sunday, September 20 - YOUTH SUNDAY ✝️
  • Wednesday, September 23 - EYC Game & Craft Night - 6:30pm-8:30pm 👾🧶
  • Sunday, September 27 - Interfaith Field Trip to Drepung Loseling Monastery in Atlanta. 🪷


Please reach out to Jeff Ballance (stgregathensyouth@gmail.com - 478.278.3628) for more details/questions and to be added to our email list.

Adult Sunday School


Adult Discussion Group: (Parish Hall)  Will not meet on Sunday, Sept. 13 so that all may attend the Nuci Space information display. The Adult Spiritual Formation Sunday morning Bible study is currently discussing of the book of Genesis. This class welcomes anyone seeking a thoughtful investigation of the book of Genesis and will include time for discussion of our personal responses to the Bible and how it applies to our life of faith. We will meet in the Parish Hall at 9:15am.


Lectionary Class: (Office #1) The lectionary class meets in Office #1 (next to Kendall's office) at 9:15AM. We study the assigned readings for each Sunday. Please contact Les House at 478-733-2939 or via email if you have any questions. 


Spiritual Self Discovery (Library) This discussion group focuses on lived experiences, exploration of faith, and theological fundamentals. The class aims to offer an accessible space for both new and longtime members that are seeking a space to explore personal faith and the stories and practices of others. Grab a warm beverage and a snack, get comfortable, share your story, and learn from someone else's. We will meet in the library.

The Athens Area Emergency Food Bank needs

pork and beans, sweet peas, and Saltine crackers.

Please help us fill the Little Red Wagon!


Volunteers are requested to help with the Athens Area Emergency Food Bank. Our work includes logging recent donations and/or filling bags for recipients to pick up. Minimal lifting is required. Training is provided. Hours are from 9-1 but the work is usually completed in 2-3 hours. The upcoming dates : October 19 & November 16. To sign up or request additional information please contact Belita Gordon

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for ministries

of every sort

that need a bit

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we ask for help

for program needs

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worship proceeds


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Ongoing Services/Meeting Opportunities

Parish community offerings


Holy Eucharist and Healing Service Please join us on Wednesday evenings at 6PM in the sanctuary for eucharist and prayers for healing.


Meditation Group Feeling overwhelmed? Take a moment to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself through meditation. Calm your mind and release stress. Boost focus and find clarity. Cultivate peace and positivity. Deepen your spiritual connection. Meditation doesn’t have to be complicated—just 5 minutes a day can transform your life. Missy Hamlin is leading a meditation practice in St. Gregory's church library on Tuesdays from 5-5:45 PM. Anyone is welcome to join!


Community Supper We’re back!! Community Suppers will now be on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month, beginning Weds., September 16 @ 6:30pm. October dates are Oct 7th & Oct 21st. During Advent/Lent seasons when there may be a group study/program on Wednesdays, we will revert to weekly community suppers while the program is happening.


Room at the Table Welcome to Room at the Table. Single, married, partnered, employed, free-wheeling, joy-loving...all are invited! If you want to take time and get to know more about me and other siblings from our church, over a good meal, if you want to share stories and laughter, join us for lunch! Lunch will be the 4th Friday of the month (Next date: September 25). The group will decide on the restaurant for the following month, at each lunch fellowship.


Blindspot Group Our 20s and 30s group meets every Sunday at 6pm for dinner and small group study or other merriment. We also plan a group outing or fun themed night once a month. Newcomers are always welcome! Text or email Jeff Ballance (478.278.3628) for more information and to get added to our group chat! 

 

Ceilidh Service St. Gregory's offers a monthly cèilidh service (pronounced kay-lee) on the 3rd Friday of the month (except during Lent). Based on a Gaelic tradition of celebrating community and hospitality, a folk liturgy complete with live folk music and a meal will be offered in the Parish Hall at 6:30PM. There is also a band, led by Luc Nelson-Alexander, that provides a mixture of folk songs, contemporary Christian music, and traditional hymns. Contact Lillian Ballance with any questions. Next service: Sept. 18.


*Hebrew Reading meets via Zoom on Wednesdays from 1-3PM. If you're interested, email Joel Hunt for more info!


St. Gregory's Book Club meets the first Friday of the month in the library @ 7PM ongoing for the foreseeable future.  Email Lois Alworth if you are interested in participating.


Threads of Prayer meets on the 1st Thursdays of the month @1PM! We meet outside if the weather is good and inside the Christian Ed building if the weather is bad. Email Annette Bates if you are interested in participating. All knitters and crocheters welcome!


Men's Group: 9AM on Saturdays. 1st & 3rd Saturdays at St. Gregory's library and 2nd & 4th & 5th Saturdays at the Somerville's house ! Email Peter Rice


* group(s) meeting on Zoom

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  • Near the time for service, underneath our channel logo, you will see our video for that day, with the word ‘live’ on it. The page will look like this:


  • If you don’t immediately see the video that says ‘live’, (for instance, if you opened YouTube before the service begins) keep refreshing it.  


  • When you see the video square that says ‘live’, click on it. 


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