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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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Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe | |
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First Reading – Daniel prophesies about the coming of the Son of Man. (Daniel 7:13-14)
Psalm – "The Lord is king; he is robed in majesty." (Psalm 93)
Second Reading – Jesus is the firstborn of the dead and the ruler of all. (Revelation 1:5-8)
Gospel –Jesus is questioned by Pilate about the charge brought against him that he is “King of the Jews.” (John 18:33b-37)
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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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Christmas Angel Tree
Thirteen Families Still Need Christmas Cheer!
A huge thank you to our amazing parishioners for an incredible Angel Tree Adoption Weekend! Your Christmas generosity is already shining bright. But wait—13 families are still "orphans" for Christmas! Let’s find them "loving homes" for the holidays.
Contact the parish office today or stop by this Saturday's 5pm Mass at St. Julian Eymard Church to learn more and help make Christmas unforgettable for families in need!
Reminder, you have until December 15th to shop, wrap and assemble presents into bags or boxes marked with the family number and bring them to the "sleigh!"
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Interfaith Prayer Service
November 25 | 6pm | SJE
Celebrate gratitude, diversity and unity! Let’s embrace the spirit of Thanksgiving with understanding, compassion, and love, as we honor our differences and build bridges of unity. Join us as we gather to celebrate our shared values of generosity and kindness, and foster a dialogue that brings us closer together.
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Holiday Shopping Made Easy with Gift Cards
Orders due December 6th, No Exceptions/Extensions
Give the gift of giving back! With the Raise Right Gift Card Program, you can purchase gift cards for yourself or as holiday gifts, and retailers will return a small percentage to our Queen of the Rosary School. It’s a win-win—no extra cost to you, and our school benefits! Orders are due December 6th, no exceptions, with gift cards ready for pickup at the parish office by December 20th. Just bring your order to the school or parish office in an envelope marked "Gift Card Order c/o Luca C in 3H," and remember, payment is cash or check payable to QR School only. Sponsored by our Parents Club.
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Grand Raffle Is Here
SUPER CHALLENGE ALERT!
We’re tackling the Grand Raffle goal of 1500 additional tickets sold by December 2—and here’s the MVP prize: our students will SCORE a day off school on Monday, February 10th, right after the Super Bowl!
Ready, set, SELL! Let’s hustle, team! Grab your playbooks (aka raffle tickets), rally your fans and let’s make this a WIN for everyone!
Touchdown Deadline: December 2nd, let’s GO!
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Buy tickets in Church:
10/28 Early Bird: Colleen Erndahl
11/4 Early Bird: Ray Prost
November 30/December 1
December 7/8
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Adoration continues until approx 8pm when Reconciliation concludes at SJE. | |
Children's Liturgy of the Word at 9:15am Mass at SJE for children 4 and older. | |
Interfaith Council Thanksgiving Prayer Service at 7pm at St. Julian Eymard Church. | |
November Is Month of the Holy Souls | |
Daily Masses Over Thanksgiving Weekend
- Thursday, November 28 | 9am | QR
- Friday, November 29 | 8:15am | SJE
- Saturday, November 30 | 8:15am | QR
Celebrate gratitude with your parish family this Thanksgiving! Join us for Mass as we give thanks for God’s abundant blessings.
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Taking Down the Remembrance Tables
Friday, November 29
As we near the end of November, the Month of the Holy Souls, a kind reminder that our ministers will be taking down the remembrance tables at both worship sites on November 29th. On December 1st, we will begin the Advent season and a new liturgical year.
Please be sure to retrieve photos, candles or mementos of your loved ones before then. Thank you for honoring your loved ones with us during this special time.
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Order of Christian Initiation for Adults
Through December 1
Our OCIA Program is off to a wonderful start, and we’re keeping registration open through the first Sunday of Advent! If you or someone you know is interested in completing their sacraments or diving deeper into our Catholic Faith, there's still time to join us on this incredible journey. For more information, please contact the parish office—we’d love to welcome you!
Come and discover what your faith journey could spark!
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Legend of St. Nicholas
Sunday, December 1, Noon | QR
Discover the true story behind the beloved figure of St. Nicholas, who has inspired holiday traditions for centuries. No holiday secrets will be given away and light refreshments will be served.
Bring the whole crew—this event is perfect for kids and kids-at-heart!
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Kids Christmas Film Night
Friday, December 6, 6-9pm | SJE Shea Hall
Drop off children aged 4-years and older for crafts, games, Christmas movies and our popular Christmas Photo Booth! Teens from our Youth Ministry, supervised by adult volunteers, will lead activities.
This one’s all about the little ones. Parents can take a night off and let the kiddos have some fun!
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Pictures with Santa
Sunday, December 8, 11:30am | QR School Gym
Bring the kids for a jolly afternoon of holiday cheer, cookie decorating, crafts and the main event—a chance to snap a keepsake photo with Santa himself, or if you prefer, the Grinch! Stick around for yummy refreshments and the thrill of our Grand Raffle drawing.
Bring the whole crew—this event is perfect for kids and kids-at-heart!
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Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Monday, December 9 | 8:15am/12:15pm SJE, 7pm QR
We honor Mary because God favored her with a special grace and her decision to cooperate with it has blessed humankind. Mary’s sinlessness calls us to cooperate fully with God’s will, making our response the giving of our whole selves. Though not a Holy Day of Obligation this year, we will offer additional Mass times for Our Lady.
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Annual Catholic Appeal: Together at the Table
Fr. Dan extends thanks to all who have contributed toward our Annual Catholic Appeal goal. Our anticipated rebate is now approximately $24,000 and we look forward to getting started on the bathroom updates when those funds become available.
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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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Gospel in Focus
November 24, 2024When questioned by Pilate, Jesus tells him that His kingdom is not of this world. “Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice.” —John 18:37
Discussion Questions
Jesus is higher than any person, celebrity or leader. How are we orienting our life first aroundJesus, the King of the Universe?
Jesus is King, and He also cares to know each of us individually. How would you describe Jesus to someone who did not know Him?
What prayer requests do we have as a family to present to Jesus?
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QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL REPORT | |
Mark your calendars! This Friday, November 22nd is our annual Adult Volleyball Night. Sign up as a team or an individual, bring your own food and drink and join us for. a fun night of friendship, laughs and some serious setting and spiking!
Hey, School Fam! Know any friends curious about Catholic education, or just looking to make a change for their kiddos? Invite them to join us for some friendly fun and a glimpse into what makes our school a special place for families at one of these upcoming events! Bring a friend and let them see firsthand what our school community is all about—faith, friendship and fun in a no-pressure setting.
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Build the Future! Playground Reimagined.
We’re thrilled to kick off our exciting campaign to refresh our playground behind Queen of the Rosary Church & School! As we begin our 5th year as Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament and celebrate 65 amazing years of providing Catholic education in the village, let’s come together to maintain a vibrant, safe and fun play space for our kids. Every bit helps, so spread the word, donate and let’s make this dream a reality together!
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Calling All Little Cubs
December 10 | 9am - 11am | QR School
Join us for Cougar Cubs on the second Tuesday of most months 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
Save the date and bring the whole family to "The Legend of St. Nicholas" on December 1st at Queen of the Rosary Church at Noon! Perfect for young children, this enchanting event brings the story of St. Nicholas to life, complete with holiday cheer, fun surprises, and tasty refreshments. Don’t miss this heartwarming kickoff to Advent—mark your calendars for a day of joy and wonder!
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
Our next parent meeting is November 9th at 9:15am in Room K at QR School!
If you have any questions or need assistance, our Catechetical Leader, Mrs. Uhlarik, is here to help.
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Kairos 20
Registration Deadline November 30, 2024
Are you searching for meaning, craving real answers or just need someone to listen? Join us for Kairos 20 over MLK weekend (January 17-20, 2025)—an unforgettable retreat where high school juniors and seniors come together to reflect, connect and recharge in faith! Step away from your routine, meet awesome people, discover God and see how asking big questions can change the way you see life. Plus, thanks to a special grant, the retreat is fully covered for the first 10 teens who sign up! Don’t miss your chance—reserve your spot today and get ready for a weekend that could change everything! Follow this link to download the flyer.
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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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