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Saturday: 05:00pm (SJE) | Sunday: 8am/10;30am (QR) | 9:15am (SJE)
Daily: M/W/F 8:15am (SJE) | Tu/Th/Sa 8:15am (QR)
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Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time | |
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First Reading – Put trust and hope in the Lord, not in human beings. (Jeremiah 17:5-8)
Psalm – "Blessed are they who hope in the Lord." (Psalm 1)
Second Reading – Our hope for resurrection is sure because Christ has been raised from the dead. (1 Corinthians 15:11, 16-20)
Gospel – Jesus teaches the crowd the way to happiness. (Luke 6:17, 20-26)
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All are invited for faith, fellowship and fun... | |
Today's Weather
Wednesday, February 12
It's a Snow Day ❄️ for our Queen of the Rosary School, but the parish office is open, and all activities are moving ahead as planned—including Adoration throughout the day and Reconciliation at 7pm tonight. If conditions worsen, you may want to call ahead to confirm.
Above all, please stay safe—the wellbeing of our parish family is always our top priority!
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Casino Night
March 8 | 5:30-11:30pm at Belvedere Banquets
Let's go all in for Catholic education! Put on your best poker face and ante up for a Spring Fundraiser like no other. Casino games, cocktails, and a jackpot of fun—all in support of our amazing students!
Discover more, reserve your spot or check out sponsorship opportunities before we hit the limit!
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Let's Feed the Hungry
We’ve got two awesome service opportunities coming up with Feed My Starving Children!
📅 Ash Wednesday/March 5 – 8th–12th graders, join Youth Ministry and St. Theresa teens for a light Lenten supper & service project. We'll leave the parking lot at St. Julian Eymard Church at 4pm, head to Mass at St. Theresa then on to Noodles & Co. for dinner and then food packing. Start Lent by making a difference! Follow this link to signup with Youth Ministry.
📅 April 10 – Everyone’s invited (everyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, refer to FMSC Volunteer Guidelines)! Team up with OLBS and the QR School Mission Effectiveness Team for an evening of giving back as we pack meals for children in need. We'll meet at FMSC in Schaumburg for our 4:30pm packing session. Follow this link to signup with Mission Effectiveness.
Let’s serve, share and shine together!
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Rescued: Lenten Small Faith Sharing Groups
March | During Lent
This Lent, dive into Rescued by Fr. John Riccardo with a small group! Connect with fellow parishioners, grow in faith and reflect on God’s love. We’ll provide the book!
Sign up for a group that fits your schedule or start your own. Let’s make this Lent a time of renewal together!
Spots are limited—sign up today!
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Bring Back Palms
Now through March 4, 2025
Bring back your blessed palms! We’ll burn them on Shrove Tuesday in front of Queen of the Rosary Church as we prepare for Lent. Drop them off in the baskets in the vestibules at both Queen of the Rosary and St. Julian Eymard Churches and join us for this special tradition!
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Adoration continues at St. Julian Eymard Church until Confessions end at approximately 8pm. | |
Catholic Faith & Science with Adult Education, Thursdays at 7pm in Rooms 11/12 at SJE. | |
Children's Liturgy of the Word is at the 9:15am Mass at St. Julian Eymard Church. | |
Honor the Holy Family in February | |
Let's Make Magic!
Postponed due to weather | Still time to sign up!
Calling all students in grades 5 through senior year high school! We’re launching a brand-new Student A/V & Comms Ministry, and we need YOUR talent to help spread the word about our awesome parish and school! This is a student-led, adult-guided ministry where you’ll get to make it your own. Follow the link to RSVP for our kickoff meeting on February 12th. Can’t make it? No worries—just add “send me info” in the comments when you sign up. Let’s create something amazing together—help us make magic happen!
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PLEASE NOTE, this ministry will be Student Led, Adult Guided. Students will be in charge of brainstorming.scripting and executing ideas both in front of and behind the camera. It's their chance to shine! | |
Youth Ministry Meetup
February 16 | 6pm in SJE Teen Center
Hey, teens! 👋 Don’t miss our next Youth Ministry Meetup on Feb. 16! Each month, we dive into faith, share lots of laughs, and celebrate friendships that make life richer. 🙌✨ Come be part of the fun—you belong here!
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Share Stories of Love and Family
February | During the Month of Love
Married or engaged? Share your love story with us for a chance to inspire others in our February bulletins celebrating faith, love and the Holy Family. Please send your stories to Mary Ellen in the parish office by February 10th for inclusion in our bulletins.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Mary Ellen in the parish office.
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Annual Catholic Appeal
Together We Bring Hope | February 16
Thank You for Your Support! We’re excited to kick off this year’s Annual Catholic Appeal on February 16, with in-pew donations on February 23 and opportunities to give throughout the year. In this Jubilee Year of Hope, our theme is "Together We Bring Hope."
A portion of donations above our parish goal is returned to us for special parish projects—thanks to past generosity, we've upgraded sound systems, security cameras and installed narthex screens. We'll soon begin restroom upgrades at both churches with proceeds from last year’s campaign!
This year’s rebate helps upgrade our school playground—let’s make it happen together!
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Looking Ahead: Celebrate St. Joseph in March | |
Fat Tuesday Bunco
March 4 | 6:30pm in Shea Hall
Let the good times roll at Fat Tuesday Bunco! Sponsored by the Women’s Club, this lively night of fun, friends and fast-paced dice rolling is for adults only (because, yes—wine will be served! 🍷). And fellas, you’re invited too, Bunco isn’t just for the ladies! Join us Tuesday, March 4, for a night of laughs and lucky rolls!
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Ash Wednesday
March 5
Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5! 🙏 Join us as we start this sacred season of reflection and renewal. Mark your calendar and begin your Lenten journey with us! Ashes will be distributed at the following liturgies:
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Stations & Supper
March 7 | 6pm Stations | 5pm/6:30pm Supper at QR
Lent is almost here, and that means our beloved Stations & Supper tradition will be back! We’re kicking things off on Friday, March 7, with our School leading the Stations of the Cross and the Parents Club serving up a delicious (meatless, of course!) spaghetti dinner in our Queen of the Rosary School Gym.
🍽 Two dinner seatings to accommodate everyone
🙏 A beautiful way to enter into the Lenten season together. Download the flyer for instructions on purchasing suppers to support Parents Club, orfollow this link to pruchase online.
We can’t wait to see you there!
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Stations & Supper Schedule:
3/7 QR (QR School)
3/14 QR (OCIA & Good Samaritans)
3/21 QR (Women's Club)
3/28 SJE (Bereavement & JOTH)
4/4 SJE (Marriage & Family)
4/11 SJE (Respect Life)
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Solemnity of St. Joseph
March 19 |
Joseph had the gift to interpret his dream accurately: “For it is through the Holy Spirit that this child has been conceived” (Mt 1:20). We can only imagine the courage Joseph had in the milieu of his time.
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March for Life
March 25 | Bus departs from SJE at 8:30am
Respect Life Ministry invites you, your family and friends to stand for a culture that honors life from conception to natural death at this year’s March for Life in Springfield! We’re renting a bus so we can travel together—let’s make a powerful statement for life as a parish community.
Spots are limited, so save your seat today! Reserve your spot and be part of this important witness!
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Discover Your Gifts: Your Gifts, God's Plans!
Did you know the Holy Spirit has blessed you with unique gifts to build His Kingdom? Whether it’s something you’ve always suspected or a surprising new discovery, taking the Charism Assessment could be your “Aha!” moment!
Follow this link and uncover your gifts today! Let’s put them to work for God’s glory.
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Volunteer for Children's Liturgy of the Word (CLW)
Sundays Through May
Looking for a fun way to serve during Mass? From September to May, we invite kids to share in a child-based Liturgy of the Word, alternating between the 9:15am Mass (SJE) and 10:30am Mass (QR). We need volunteers (teens or adults) to assist our CLW Leader and help guide our little ones to their designated worship space and back. It's a great opportunity to earn service hours while making a big impact! 🙌
Interested? Follow this link to signup or download a flyer for specific helper responsibilities at each Mass.
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Annual Giving Impact
Curious about how your generosity is changing lives?
Our Annual Giving Impact Report (7/1/23 - 6/30/24)
is here! Inside, you'll find not only the numbers, but also heartwarming stories of transformation. See how our ministries brought our pastoral theme to life in powerful ways! Download a copy or pick one up at Mass this Sunday and let's celebrate the difference we are making together!
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Gospel in Focus
February 16, 2025 Jesus teaches the Beatitudes. “Blessed are you who are poor, for the kingdom of God is yours. Blessed are you who are now hungry, for you will be satisfied.” Luke 6:20
Discussion Questions
When you hear the word “blessed,” what comes to mind?
Do you know anyone who lives the Beatitudes well? If so, who?
Which of the Beatitudes do you live out? Which are difficult to live out?
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QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL REPORT | Hope you enjoyed Sunday’s 10:30am Class Mass, beautifully led by Mrs. Minard's awesome First Graders! Their joyful participation was a true gift. Mark your calendars for March 9th, when our amazing Queen of the Rosary School 2nd Graders take the lead—see you there! | |
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Calling All Little Cubs
March 11 | 9am - 11am | QR School
Join us for Cougar Cubs on the second Tuesday of most months of the school year from 9-11am—a fun-filled morning for 0-4 year olds and their guardians! Whether you're a parent, grandparent, or caregiver, bring your little ones and let's build community and make memories!
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ROUND UP
Lent begins soon, with Ash Wednesday on March 5th, inviting us to prepare our hearts for Easter. Save the Date! Join us on March 11th for The Legend of St. Patrick! Bring the whole family for this engaging presentation from HFK Presents—the same team that brought us The Legend of St. Nicholas. You won’t want to miss it!
Save these dates in April and May for Confirmation:
April 13 Confirmation Retreat
April 22 Confirmation Practice QR Church 7pm
April 27 Confirmation Mass QR Church 1pm
June 15-20 Totus Tuus
If you have any questions or need assistance, our Catechetical Leader, Mrs. Uhlarik, is here to help.
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YOUTH MINISTRY CORNER
See you soon!
Join us this Sunday, February 16th, for an awesome Youth Ministry meetup in the Teen Center! Plus, it's time to step into a powerful Lenten tradition—our Living Stations of the Cross! Rehearsals start in March… have you picked your role yet? Don’t miss this chance to bring Christ’s Passion to life!
Come grow in faith, friendship and fun with us! See you there!
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LOOKING AHEAD:
Ash Wednesday Feed My Starving Children
Living Stations Rehearsals begin March 9th
June 8-13, 2025 CHWC
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Contact
(847) 979-0901 | info@olbsegv.org
Worship sites:
Queen of the Rosary
750 W. Elk Grove Blvd.
St. Julian Eymard
601 Biesterfield Road
School:
Queen of the Rosary School
690 Elk Grove Blvd.
(847) 437-3322 | www.qrschool.org
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