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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)
| | Second Sunday of Easter, Sundy of Divine Mercy | | |
First Reading – Peter and the apostles perform many signs and wonders. (Acts of the Apostles 5:12-16)
Psalm – "Give thanks to the Lord for He is good, His love is everlasting." (Psalm 118)
Second Reading – John describes the instruction he received to write down his vision. (Revelation 1:9-11a, 12-13, 17-19)
Gospel – Thomas believes because he sees Jesus. (John 20:19-31)
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Rest in Peace, Pope Francis
Pope Francis, 1936-2025
"God is the light that illuminates the darkness, even if it does not dissolve it, and a spark of divine light is within each of us." —Pope Francis
On Easter Monday, many of us woke up to the news of Pope Francis' passing and the Holy See Press Office announced on Tuesday that Pope Francis’ funeral Mass will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at 10:00am (3:00am Central Daylight Time) in St. Peter’s Square. The body of the late Pope Francis was transferred to St. Peter’s Basilica this morning to lie in state until his funeral on Saturday morning.
A special prayer time for the Rosary, Novena & Chaplet will be held this Friday at 6pm at St. Julian Eymard Church and will include the Pope Francis Rosary, followed by a Memorial Mass in his honor at 7pm.
We will stream the Funeral Mass for Pope Francis live in Shea Hall this Saturday at 3am, doors will open at 2:30am, and the church will be open for up to 30 minutes following the funeral Mass for personal prayer and reflection. Please follow this link to signup so we know how many people to expect.
All are invited as we come together in community for faith, gratitude and prayer.
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Scheduling Note
Wednesday, April 23rd
We will not have Reconciliation tonight at St. Julian Eymard Church. The church will remain open throughout the day for Adoration and all are invited to stop in to spend quiet time with our Lord.
- At 7pm, Rosary Ministry will lead everyone in Rosary, Novena & Divine Mercy Chaplet prayer.
- At 8pm, Benediction will commence as usual.
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Divine Mercy
Rosary, Novena & Chaplet Prayer
Keep the prayers going! Our Rosary, Novena and Divine Mercy Chaplet prayer is in full swing and continues through Saturday. Don’t miss out on this powerful time of grace!
- Wednesday, April 23 | 7pm SJE
- Thursday, April 24 | 7pm SJE
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Friday, April 25 | 6pm SJE (Pope Francis Rosary, Novena and Chaplet for Divine Mercy will be followed by a Mass for Pope Francis)
- Saturday, April 26 | 8:45am QR
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Holy Hour for Divine Mercy
Sunday, April 27 | 2:30pm SJE
Join us this Sunday at 2:30pm for a special Holy Hour for Divine Mercy. All are welcome to experience Christ's infinite mercy during this beautiful time of prayer, reflection and grace. Bring a friend, bring your heart and let’s gather to trust in Jesus together!
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Confirmation
Sunday, April 27 | 1:00pm QR
Let’s lift up our amazing Confirmand in prayer as they prepare to receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit!
Jeremy A, Daniel A, Samuel A, Michael A, Olivia A, Collin A, Lillian A, Wade A, Gabriel B, Connor C, Simon C, Kiley D, Elizabeth D, Daniel D, Eric D, Colin F, Tyler G, Jake G, Jane K, Ava K, Joseph K, Alexander L, Raya L, Kamila M, Peyton M, Lindsay M, Reidariel O, Edmund O, Delilah P , Daniel R, Ashton R, Ian S, Lauren S, Aleah V, Liliana V, Anna W, Audrey W, Emma Y
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Welcome, Newly Confirmed!
Let’s give a big, joyful shoutout to our six amazing candidates—Victoria, Matthew, John, Jessica, Lauren and Alyssa— who were fully received into the Church at this year's Easter Vigil! They’ve completed their Sacraments and are now fully confirmed members of our Catholic family. If you see them at Mass or around campus, be sure to share a smile, a warm welcome and a reminder that they are a beloved part of this beautiful, faith-filled family of God! Congratulations and welcome home!
| | Please note, our next OCIA class begins Sunday, September 28th at 6pm in the vestibule at Queen of the Rosary Church. Are you or someone you know looking to complete your sacraments or curious about becoming Catholic? Join us for an Info Session on September 7th, 14th or 21st. Stay tuned for more details over the Summer or contact the parish office to discover more! | | Adoration continues at St. Julian Eymard Church until 8pm. No Confessions today. | | See schedule above for Rosary, Novena and Divine Mercy Chaplet Prayer. | | Memorial Mass for Pope Francis at 7pm at St. Julian Eymard Church. | | Livestream of Pope Francis' Funeral Mass at 2:3AM at St. Julian Eymard Church. | | Confirmation Mass at 1pm at Queen of the Rosary Church. | | Holy Hour for Divine Mercy at 2:30pm at St. Julian Eymard Church. | |
Lenten Almsgiving
Ongoing Through Easter
Give Hope This Lent! 🌿💚 Join our Lenten Almsgiving and support Mental Health Awareness—because healing and hope go hand in hand! Follow this link to donate online or look for the Lime Green envelopes in the vestibule. Every gift makes a difference!
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Deacon Inquiry Evening Meetings
Have you ever considered the call to be a Deacon of the Catholic Church? Know someone who has considered the call? Join (or tell someone about) one of four Inquiry Evenings:
- April 23, 7 p.m. at the Diaconate Office, 816 Marengo Ave., Forest Park
- May 13, 7 p.m. at St. Alexander Parish, 7025 W. 126th St., Palos Heights
- June 11 7 p.m. via Zoom
The sessions will provide an overview of the Deacon Formation Program, the application process and information on the ministry of a deacon. Men, single or married, are invited to attend. Wives are strongly encouraged to accompany their husbands to the meetings. For more information and to register for one of the sessions, contact the Office of the Diaconate at (708) 366-8900.
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Polish & Proud
April 27 | 4pm | St. Ferdinand Chapel, Chicago
A concert of Polish & American patriotic & folk music in honor of May 3rd/Polish Constitution Day and the 1,000th anniversary of the coronation of Poland's first king, Boleslaw Chrobry – performed by the Lira Singers, accompanied by the Lira Chamber Players. It also includes a bit of poetry and music of Frederic Chopin, Stanislaw Moniuszko and Ignacy Jan Paderewski.
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Summer Supper
May 1 | 6:30-7:30pm | SJE Shea Hall
Everyone deserves a warm, homecooked meal! So, come join us in Shea Hall at St. Julian Eymard Church on the first Thursday of each month from May through September, 6:30–7:30pm. No questions asked, just friendly faces and a hot plate of goodness!
Want to lend a hand? We’d love your help shopping, cooking, prepping, or serving. Follow the link to sign up and be part of something special!
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Mother's Day
May 11 | All Masses
In the month of May, we honor Mary, the mother of Jesus, and our spiritual mother too. On Sunday, May 11, we also celebrate all the moms and mom-like figures in our parish family. Join us for Mass as we give thanks for the love, care, and guidance they so generously share!
The 10:30am Mass at Queen of the Rosary will mark the last class Mass of the school year. This is a perfect time to thank our amazing students for serving as altar servers, readers and gift bearers during the year. Your presence made Sundays more special!
Also on Mother's Day, we will take up a special collection to support Catholic Charities. Thank you for your generosity.
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Feast Day Celebration
May 13 | 7:00pm | SJE
Save the date to join us for a special Mass at 7pm in honor of our parish feast day, followed by joyful fellowship in Shea Hall. All are welcome. Come celebrate with us!
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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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Annual Catholic Appeal: Together We Bring Hope
Thank you for your support!
This year’s theme for the Annual Catholic Appeal is Together we bring hope. It echoes the theme of the Holy Year Pilgrims of Hope. It also resonates with our efforts of renewal in the Archdiocese of Chicago. Contributions to the Appeal are an effective way to bring hope into our world, especially to those in need.
A portion of donations above our parish goal is returned to us and used 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 playground, used year-round by both parish and school—let’s make it happen together!
| | Thank you for your generous support of the Annual Catholic Appeal—your past and present gifts make a lasting impact on our parish and the wider Church! | |
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
April 27, 2025 After He rises from the dead,Jesus appears to the disciples andperforms many signs before them. “Jesus came and stood in their midst and said tothem, ‘Peace be with you.’” —John 20:19
Discussion Questions
Who is someone you would describe as peaceful?
What is a time in your life when you felt peaceful? Where is a placethat you always feel peace?
What do you find is an obstacle to peace? It is a thing? A habit?How can we make space for Christ’s peace to fill our hearts?
| | | QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL REPORT | Our parish school entered deeply into the Paschal Triduum with a beautiful start to Good Friday. The day began with Morning Prayer, attended by our principal, some teachers and school leadership, who then wrapped up their Rescued small group discussion with hearts and minds focused on the Passion. That evening, several current and former students brought the Stations of the Cross to life in our powerful and prayerful annual Living Stations of the Cross. It was an unforgettable portrayal of Christ’s journey to Calvary that helped prepare us to fully rejoice in the glory of His Resurrection. | | |
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ROUND UP
Growing in Faith! As our year winds down, excitement is building! Our 2nd graders are preparing for First Eucharist, and our 8th graders are getting ready to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation—please keep them in your prayers! And mark your calendars: Totus Tuus is coming this June! Stay tuned for signup details—it’s going to be a faith-filled summer!
Save these dates in April and May for Confirmation:
April 27 Confirmation Mass QR Church 1pm
May 4 First Holy Communion 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
It's hard to believe, but the next big event on our Youth Ministry calendar is Catholic Heart Work Camp!
Spots for CHWC are filling fast—turn in your $100 deposit ASAP to secure your spot! Pay online or drop cash or check off to Mr. Van!
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LOOKING AHEAD:
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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