St. Gabriel Parish offers many workshops, programs and events to help you connect with others and grow in your faith.  Find more information below.  For details, follow the links provided or view our current bulletin.

For outreach and service opportunities, view our Volunteer Calendar

Faith and Spirituality Programs and Workshops

February 19:  An Introduction to Lectio Divina | 9:30 am, Ministy Center

Weeks of March 3 - April 14:  Lenten Small Groups for Adults and Teens 

March 15 - 16:  St. Gabriel Men's Retreat | Catholic Conference Center, Hickory

April 1-3:  Lenten Mission "Healing Through the Sacraments" | 9:00 am and 7:00 pm, Sanctuary

April 5-7: St. Gabriel Women's Retreat | St. Francis Springs Prayer Center, Stoneville, NC

On-going:  RCIA | Explore becoming Catholic or learn more about your Catholic Faith.  New groups begin throughout the year.

On-going:  FORMED.org | Online access to the best Catholic e-books, videos, talks, studies, and more for adults and children in English and Spanish.

Scripture Studies
 

Mondays:  Daytime Bible Study | 9:30 - 11:00 am, Ministry Center

 Tuesdays:  Evening Bible Study | 6:45 - 8:15 pm, Ministry Center

Parish Life Events and Programs

 February 16:  Heart of a Woman Program and Lunch |10:00 am, Ministry Center

February 20: OWLS (60+) Lunch Meeting | 10:30 am, Ministry Center 

February 22:  Forever Young (75+) Luncheon | 12:00 pm, Ministry Center 

February 24:  Welcome Mass and Brunch | 9:00 am, Church Sanctuary and Ministry Center

February 27:  An Evening with Anne Nielson | 6:30 pm, Ministry Center 

February 28:  Into the Light Mental Health Program | 6:30 pm, Church Sanctuary

March 7:  Protecting God's Children Training | 7:00 pm, Ministry Center  

March 8:  Men's Club Fish Fry | 4:30 - 7:30 pm, Parish Center Hall

March 14:  Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior| 6:30 pm, Fellowship Hall 

March 16:  St. Patrick's Day Dinner-Dance | 6:15 pm, Ministry Center 

March 25:  Exploring Bridges out of Poverty | 6:30 pm, Ministry Center

April 8:  Protecting God's Children Training | 7:00 pm, Ministry Center

Tuesdays:  Women's 55+ Fun & Fit Exercise Group |11:00 am, Ministry Center

Tuesdays:   Young Adults ARC Running Club |7:00 pm, Freedom Park

Fridays:  St. Gabriel Artists/Painters Group |10:00 am, Ministry Center, Room C (breaks during summer)

Monthly:  Spritual Writers Group | Ministry Center

Young Adult Events and Programs

Numerous social, spiritual, and service events dates throughout our diocese available here on Meetup. 

Youth & Teen Events and Programs
 

February 21:  Youth Group Room In the Inn Service | 5:30 pm, School Media Center

February 24:  Trees Charlotte High School Service Project | 3:150 pm, Parking lot  

February 24:  Teen Mass | 5:00 pm, Church Sanctuary

March 4:  Youth Group Trivia Night and Design a Donut | 5:30 pm, Ministry Center 

March 30 - 31:  Venture Crew, "October Sky", Model Rocketry Weekend

June17-21:  Vacation Bible School | 8:30 am - Noon, Parish Center

St. Gabriel Artists Group

Calling all artists!  Join other adult artists (of every level) for a morning of shared creativity every Friday morning at 11:00 am in the Ministry Center, Room C.   Bring your talents and your own art materials.   Questions?  Contact Alice St. Angelo at abankst519@gmail.com or 704-552-1584, or Judy O’Toole at jotps46@carolina.rr.com or 704-684-5600.

Women’s Fun & Fit Exercise Group 

Looking for a way to exercise and socialize at the same time?  Our Fun & Fit weekly class for women 55+ meets in the Ministry Center on Tuesdays from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm.  It is a chair exercise class to upbeat music, using stretch bands and streamers to strengthen the upper body.  Classes are free and include time to socialize.  New participants are welcome to join anytime!  Lunch, Bunco or birthday celebrations often take place after the class.  Contact Laurel Hamber at laurelcardinali@gmail.com with questions.  

St. Gabriels O.W.L.S. (60 +) February Meeting

The next meeting of the St. Gabriel O.W.L.S.(60+) will take place on Wednesday, February 20, at 10:30 am in the Ministry Center.  We will have lots of fun playing Bingo and delicious Chicken Parmesan will be catered by Mama’s Italian Restaurant.   

RSVP must be received by Friday, February 15.  Donation is $8 for members and $10 for guests, by reservation only.  Guests and new members are always cordially invited.  Please make check payable to St. Gabriel O.W.L.S. and mail to Ms. Mary Lou Johanek, 4008 Larkston Drive, Charlotte, NC 28226.  For more information, call 704-542-9125.

Spiritual Writers Group

Interested in spiritual writing?  Do you feel God is nudging you to write?  Join a small group of writers using our individual talents to write from the heart and who like to share their personal experiences about writing with others.  We meet monthly and welcome you to join us.  For details, contact Judy O’Toole at jotps46@windstream.net.

Forever Young:  February Lunch

Join us for lunch and entertainment on Friday, February 22, from 12:00 noon to 2:00 pm in the Ministry Center.  RSVP to the church office at 704-364-5431 by Monday, February 18. Our Mission: To provide the parishioners of St. Gabriel who are of the age of 75 and over, a fun environment and the opportunity to join together in fellowship.

Heart of a Woman

Annual Heart Health Program and Lunch
Saturday, February 16, 10 am – 1 pm in the Ministry Center
Featuring Nancy Fuller, L.Ac., Dipl. Ac. on "Improving Your Heart Health and General Health"
Mike Gentile “Taichi Mike” on "Fitness, Healthy, Healed"
RSVP by February 11 to the church office Attn:  Ana Lothspeich with $15 check payable to St. Gabriel Church
Sponsored  by the St. Gabriel Health Ministry

An Introduction to Lectio Divina: Open Yourself to God’s Word

Tuesday, February 19
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Ministry Center, Room D

Deepen your connection with God’s voice through Scripture.   Join us for an introduction to Lectio Divina, a four-step “dance with the Lord” of reading, reflecting, responding, and resting in God’s Word. 

Lectio Divina: Divine Reading.  An ancient prayer of the Church, that has no other goal than spending time with God through his Word - Sacred Scripture.  In the gentle back-and-forth of Lectio Divina, from spiritual activity to resting in God, the Holy Spirit transforms our hearts to that of Christ.  Come join in “the dance” as we prepare for Lent!

No cost.  RSVP is required to Cathy Esposito at 704-362-5047 ext. 276 or cesposito@stgabrielchurch.org

An Evening with Anne Nielson

Wednesday, February 27

6:30 - 8:00 pm
Ministry Center
No RSVP needed

Join us for an inspiring evening as Anne Nielson - nationally renowned artist, best know for her ethereal Angel Series - as she shares how her faith has influenced her work and strengthened her calling to serve the homeless and those living in poverty.

Sixteen years ago, Anne Neilson struggled with balancing her life as a wife and mother of four, her passion for painting, and the urge in her heart to help the homeless. After serving 300 neighbors at the Harvest Center one day, she felt the whisper to paint and give back.  She founded two companies, Anne Neilson Home and Anne Neilson Fine Art, both of which support her mission to be a lighthouse in the community and give back through the profits of her products and art. 

Some of Anne’s books and home décor items will be available for sale, with a portion of the proceeds supporting local charities.