If you have any questions about the statue restoration fund that Fr. Ray wrote about in his letter in the bulletin of Oct. 25th, please talk to him personally or call him on his cell phone at (504) 442-9299. Donors may submit the names of family members and/or loved ones in whose memory they are contributing to the fund and these names will be listed on plaques, one in the church and one in the chapel, acknowledging the contributors. Those who want to remain anonymous may certainly do so and their anonymity will be respected. Fr. Ray will call you personally to confirm all names before the plaques are made. Please drop your donations in the collection basket or in the mail slot at the rectory/office or mail it to the church, and include your name, address, and phone number unless you want to remain anonymous . Fr. Ray says that if we all contribute something, the funds will be raised, and the $6000 goal will be reached! Thank you in advance for this important project!

The new Ministry Schedule is out. All ministers of Holy Communion and Lector’s should have received them by email. If not contact Terry Matherne or check in the Sacristy

Food distribution will be on Thursday, November 5th from 10 - 11 AM in front of the Fr Mac Center. If you haven’t signed up yet, you can sign up on Thursday and receive food if you are 60 + and qualify. The food is distributed by St Gertrude’s St Vincent De Paul Society with the help of Associated Catholic Charities and the USDA Food Administration.

Civilize It is about making room in your heart for those with whom you disagree. We are called to recognize that each person is a beloved child of God and should be treated with respect because of our inherent human dignity. Civilize It is a Catholic, non-partisan call to focus on the dignity of all people, even when we disagree, and to put faith in action by bearing witness to compassion and civility. Take the pledge and find helpful resources at CivilizeIt.org.

Beginning this week, Maria will be at the rectory on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9AM to 3PM. Monday’s will be devoted to records and financial books. As always for emergencies you should call the rectory any time or day for assistance from Fr. Ray or Maria.

As we look to the start of a new school year, it's also a fresh start for CYM! Ms Lauren is starting to look into possible activities that can be executed with the safety of our youth in mind but still allow them to enjoy the benefits of a youth group! If you are interested in joining CYM this year, please let her know by contacting her directly.

Thank You to all those who have dropped off or mailed in their weekly donations. While there may not be Mass or CCD going on at the present time, we still have bills to pay just like you at home. If you have not dropped off your donation yet, it can be mailed to St. Gertrude or dropped in the Mail slot to the right of the front door of the rectory!

Hello everyone! While everyone is dispensed from attending Sunday Mass due to Covid-19, the church as been thoroughly cleaned and sanitizing wipes and hand sanitizer can be found in the church for those wishing to attend Mass. Since the Eucharist is both the Source and Summit of our Faith and for many attending Mass is very important in their spiritual lives we are now having Daily Masses Celebrated Tuesday through Friday in the Church at 8AM and our regular Sunday Masses Celebrated! We have marked off pews to assist in social distancing and remind everyone to wear your mask. Our various music ministers are back to support our prayers, the offering baskets are being passed but there is still no Holy Water in the fonts. We ask that you wipe down your area after Mass and sanitize your hands often!

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St Gertrude’s St Vincent de Paul Society wishes to thank the wonderful parishioners and friends for their generous support of money and non-perishable items. The donation baskets are still located in the rear of the church for those who wish to donate. We offer special thanks to our Bingo Committee and Bingo players who donate items to the food pantry weekly. As always our people are willing to extend a hand to our brothers and sisters in need. We provide assistance to anyone needing help, no matter what religion, race or background. Whether you live in St. Charles or Lafourche, you are part of our family when in need. We continue to provide assistance to our community in need. We generally help with food baskets for people in need monthly, Food for Seniors (currently providing between 20-30 food boxes monthly), holiday food baskets, and general assistance as needed. We are always looking for additional members. It doesn’t require a great deal from any one person. Please consider joining this group of hard working parishioners. Our meeting are posted in the bulletin. Special thanks for the latest donations for during these times, we are continuing to assist people weekly with food from the Food Pantry!

Make St. Gertrude Catholic Church your home! Registration Forms are located in the rear of the church which can be placed in the collection or you can call or stop by the rectory and register your family! Be part of the One, Holy, Apostolic Catholic Church! Come Home!