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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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First Reading – Moses made a bronze serpent and mounted it on a pole, and whenever anyone who had been bitten by a serpent looked at the bronze serpent, he or she was healed. (Numbers 21:4b–9)
Psalm – "Do not forget the works of the Lord!" (Psalm 78)
Second Reading –Jesus Christ, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God as a thing to be grasped. (Philippians 2:6–11)
Gospel – As Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must the Son of man be lifted up, so that whoever believes in him may have eternal life. (John 3:13–17)
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REGISTRATION CLOSES MONDAY! 2025 Cougar Classic
September 30 | 1pm (Noon Checkin, 6pm Banquet)
Maple Meadows Golf Club, 272 Addison Road, Wood Dale, IL 60191
Enjoy a fantastic day on the course in a 4-person best ball scramble format—$175 per golfer or $600 per foursome.
It’s more than a round of golf, it’s a chance to support our Queen of the Rosary School and help us grow our circle! Know a friend, colleague or golf buddy who owns their own business, is self-employed or just loves to play for a good cause? Invite them to join your foursome or consider a sponsorship opportunity.
Follow the link to register, and feel free to share the invite. Let’s make this outing a win for our students, our school and our growing community!
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Pilgrimage to Our Lady of Champion
October 13 | 7am depart from SJE
Join us on a special parish pilgrimage to Our Lady of Champion on Monday, October 13! For just $20 per person (plus free-will gratuity for the driver), enjoy transportation, lunch, time for Confession, exploring the grounds, the gift shop, and praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet together at 3pm. As a Jubilee Year of Hope site, pilgrims can also receive a plenary indulgence—come share this beautiful day of faith and fellowship!
Space is limited, follow this link to discover more and save your seat!
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National Day of Remembrance for the Unborn
September 13 | 4pm, SJE
Join Rosary and Respect Life Ministry at St. Julian Eymard Church on Saturday, September 13 at 4pm to pray a Rosary for Life in honor of the National Day of Remembrance for the Unborn. We will lay flowers at the altar at the conclusion of the Rosary. The 5pm Saturday Vigil Mass follows the Rosary.
| | | Adoration continues until Confessions conclude at approximately 8pm, SJE. | | Mother/Daughter event at 4pm in our QR School gym. All are invited! | | National Day of Remembrance for the Unborn. Rosary for Life at 4pm in SJE followed by Mass. | | September Is Dedicated to the Seven Sorrows of Mary | |
Kids Choir Rehearsals Start
September 10 | 3-4pm at QR
Our parish choirs are back, and there’s a place for YOU in the music! Students in Grades 2–8 from our parish and school will lift their voices at select Sunday and Holy Day liturgies. Rehearsals: Wednesdays, 3–4pm (arrive as early as 2:30pm) beginning Sept. 10.
Download the permission slip and return to the parish office.
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NCYC 2025
November 20-22 | Indianapolis, IN
Our parish teens are gearing up for their first-ever trip to the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) in Indanapolis this November. NCYC is a powerful experience of prayer, community, and faith! We’re inviting parishioners to help sponsor this life-changing journey by supporting costs such as transportation and meals. Interested in being part of the adventure? Teens who want to attend should contact Mr. Van today! Deadline to register is September 10.
Follow this link to help sponsor the trip with your online donation!
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Religious Ed Begins 9/23, Register Today!
Let’s grow in faith together! Registration is now open for the 2025–26 Religious Education year. Give your child the gift of discovering God’s love, building friendships rooted in faith and learning what it means to be a joyful disciple. Don’t wait—sign up today and journey with us!
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Mommy & Daughter Event
September 13 | All are invited!
Save the date, Partners! Saddle up for our 2025 Mommy & Daughter Roundup on Saturday, September 13th at our Queen of the Rosary School! All are welcome—so if you’re curious about Catholic education, come experience QR School in a fun, laid-back setting with your favorite little cowgirl(s). Dust off your boots, grab your hats, and get ready to Yeehaw!
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Oktoberfest Parade
September 20 | 2pm
All are invited to walk with us and show off our parish and school spirit! If you can, bring a bag of candy to the school or parish office—or drop it off in church if you’re coming to school Mass—by Tuesday, September 9. Let’s make this parade sweet and unforgettable!
Please help us decorate the float on Saturday, September 20 at 10:30am. The float will be dropped off in the drive between QR School and the old ministry center and we'll get decorating!
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Grand Raffle Is Off to the Races!
First Early Bird Drawing Tuesday, Aug 26 | 8:15am, QR
Don’t miss your shot at the $10,000 grand prize and a whole lotta fun! Our Queen of the Rosary School Grand Raffle is back and better than ever! Get your tickets at:
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QR School Office (690 Elk Grove Blvd, Summer Hours: Mon–Thu, 9am–12pm)
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OLBS Parish Office (601 Biesterfield Road, Mon–Thu, 10am–4pm)
- From a school family.
PLUS! Get your tickets early to be in the running for our next Early Bird drawing at School Mass on Tuesday, September 23! Early Bird Winners are still eligible for the Grand Prize Drawing at Pictures with Santa and The Grinch on December 7, 2025.
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Congratulations to our first Early Bird winner: Rebecca Vadina and Peter Lopresti, Kindergarten parents.
Look for volunteers in Mass again on September 20/21.
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Ignite the Flame of Faith!
OCIA Info Session | September 21, 6pm at QR
Save these dates as we get set to beginthis year’s OCIA journey:
Info Session (last chance to register)
Sunday, Sept 21 | 6pm | QR
First Session
Sunday, Sept 28 | QR
The ScrutiniesMarch 8, 15, 22 | 10:30am | QR
Easter Vigil (celebrate Sacraments)
Saturday, April 4 | QR
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Alpha Is Coming to OLBS!
Pilot Begins | September 23, 6:30pm at SJE
We’re all called to share the Good News—and YOU can help make our Alpha launch a success! Here are 3 super simple ways to get involved:
- Pray for the success of our pilot and a culture of evangelization.
- Help us stock the kitchen. Prefer to donate money? Drop off cash or checks in envelopes marked Alpha or follow this link to donate online.
- Volunteer as a Greeter or Server to help us create an atmosphere of radical hospitality.
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Family Fall Fest
September 28 | 3:00pm
Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 28 at 3:00pm in the parking lot between Queen of the Rosary Church and School. It’s time for food, fun, and fall fellowship! Enjoy lunch, a kid-friendly craft, and loads of activities: hoops contests, flag football, mini golf, bingo, and even a dunk tank (Fr. Paul or a coach—your choice!). Stick around for the Bears vs. Raiders game on a 30-foot LED screen! With school and parish ministries all pitching in, this is a true community celebration you won’t want to miss!
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Women's Club Bake Sale
October 25/26 | All Masses
Got a sweet tooth? The Women’s Club Bake Sale is coming—stock up on delicious homemade treats and support a great cause while you’re at it!
Want to help? Volunteers (and their goodies!) make it possible—sign up to bring your favorite baked treat and join the fun!
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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!
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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
September 14, 2025 Jesus shares with Nicodemus why He has come and how He will return to the Father. "For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son,
so that everyone who believes in him might not perish
but might have eternal life." —John 3:16
Discussion Questions
If you met someone who had never heard of Jesus, how would you explain Jesus and what He has done for them?
Jesus died for every single one of us and His love is for all! What does that mean for those who I do not always agree or get along with?
We each are given the choice to decide whether we believe in Jesus as our Savior. Why is it important that this is a personal decision?
| | | QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL REPORT | Our Queen of the Rosary School was filled with extra love and laughter as we celebrated Grandparents Day! Grandparents joined us for a beautiful School Mass, then headed to the classrooms for sweet treats and even sweeter moments with their grandchildren. What a blessing to honor the special bond between generations in our faith-filled community! Head to our Facebook page to see all the amazing pics! | |
Mark your calendars for:
September 13 Mommy Daughter Event
September 20 Hometown Parade
September 28 Family Fall Fest
September 30 Cougar Classic Golf Outing
October 17 Jr. High Dance
October 24 Trunk or Treat
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FAITH FORMATION ROUND UP
Let’s grow in faith together! Registration is now open for the 2025–26 Religious Education year. Give your child the gift of discovering God’s love, building friendships rooted in faith and learning what it means to be a joyful disciple. Online registration will close shortly, so don’t wait—sign up today and journey with us!
Save these dates:
September 20 Hometown Parade
September 23 Grades 5-8, Welcome Back!
September 28 Grades 1-4, Welcome Back!
September 28 Family Fall Fest
If you have any questions or need assistance, our Lifelong Faith Formation Coordinator, Christine Nagle, is here to help.
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YOUTH MINISTRY CORNER
Hey Teens! Looking for a place to belong, grow in faith, and have fun with friends? Join our Youth Ministry—where faith meets friendship and you can make a difference!
The greatest risk in life is to waste it by not seeking to follow God's plan, Pope Leo XIV said, proclaiming two new saints -- two young laymen of the 20th and 21st centuries. Read the full article.
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LOOKING AHEAD:
September 14 Victory Centre
September 20 Hometown Parade
September 21 YM Meetup
September 28 Fall Fest
Nov 20-22 NCYC, Indianapolis, IN
Jan 16-19 Kairos Retreat
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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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