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)

Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

First ReadingMoses reminds the people that God's commandments are not remote but are already in their hearts. (Deuteronomy 30:10-14)


Psalm – "Turn to the Lord in your need, and you will live." (Psalm 69)


Second ReadingJesus is the head of the body, the Church. (Colossians 1:15-20)


GospelThe parable of the Good Samaritan. (Luke 10:25-37)

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All are invited for faith, fellowship and fun...

What's New?

Care Cartons from Home


Register by July 31, 2025

Do you have a student off at college, university or trade school this year?


Let us box up a little love from home! Our Marriage & Family Ministry is sending out Care Cartons to remind your young adult that their parish family is cheering them on, praying for them and always here for them—no matter how far they roam!


Packed with faith, fun and a few surprises, these special deliveries will arrive during Back to School, Advent and Lent to lift their spirits and warm their hearts.



Sign them up today—because everyone deserves a little holy happy mail!

Grand Raffle Starts Now—Run, Don't Walk!


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:

  • QR School Office (690 Elk Grove Blvd, Summer Hours: Mon–Thu, 9am–12pm)
  • OLBS Parish Office (601 Biesterfield Road, Mon–Thu, 10am–4pm)
  • OR swing by our pop-up tents in the QR School parking lot at the 4th of July and July 17 MidSummer Concerts. We’ll be the ones with the music, the water and the winning vibes!

PLUS! Get your tickets early to be in the running for our first of three Early Bird drawings at School Mass on Tuesday, August 26! Early Bird Winners are still eligible for the Grand Prize Drawing at Pictures with Santa and The Grinch on December 7, 2025.

This Week at a Glance...

07 • 9 • 25

Adoration continues until Confessions conclude at approximately 8pm, SJE.

07 • 12 • 25

Adoration continues until Confessions conclude at approximately 1pm, QR.

07 • 14 • 25

Baptism preparation at 6:30pm in Shea Hall, prior registration is required. Contact parish office!

July Is Dedicated to the Precious Blood of Christ

One Epic Night!


July 17 | 6-8pm, QR School Parking Lot

Join us under the stars at the O.A.R. concert and drone light show on Thursday, July 17. Don’t forget to stop by our pop-up tent!


We’ve got FREE water to keep you cool, fun goodies to make you smile and a chance to grab GRAND RAFFLE TICKETS. Take a shot at the $10,000 Grand Prize or swing by to say hi and soak up the faith, fun, community and light show in the sky!

Mayor's Royal Rumble!


July 19 | 2-4pm, Rotary Fest

Don’t miss the first-ever Wrestling Match at Rotary Fest, happening Saturday, July 19 from 2–4pm! It’s a showdown for the ages featuring our very own parishioners, Mayor Craig Johnson and Mr. Jim Goranson!

And yes… the wrestlers and championship belt were officially blessed by Fr. Dan before he headed off to his next assignment!


Come cheer them on and enjoy some good ol’ family fun with a side of parish pride! Don't miss it, it’s sure to be a royal rumble!

Summer Movie Night


July 25 | 7pm QR School Parking Lot

Our next Parish Movie Night is set. Men's Group will be screening Angel Studios Cabrini, a biopic about the patron saint of immigrants. Resilience in the face of resistance.


Watch the trailer here and grab your blankets, chairs and friends and join us for an epic night!

July 31 Summer Supper


July 31 | 6:30-7:30pm SJE Shea Hall

Join us for an extra Monthly Summer Supper—there's. a 5th Thursday in July! Whether you’re in need of a good meal, some good conversation or just want to enjoy some friendly faces, all are welcome in Shea Hall at St. Julian Eymard Church, no questions asked.


Want to lend a helping hand? Follow this link to sign up to shop, cook, prep or serve at the July 3rd Summer Supper!

Honor the Immaculate Heart of Mary in August

August 7 Summer Supper


August 7 | 6:30-7:30pm SJE Shea Hall

Beat the heat and feed the soul at our August Community Supper! We’re serving up comfort and care with a delicious Chicken Kiev dinner that’s sure to ruffle some feathers—in the best way. If you or someone you know is in need of a home-cooked meal, join us in Shea Hall between 6:30 and 7:30pm for some Summer joy!


Want to lend a helping hand? Follow this link to sign up to shop, cook, prep or serve at the July 3rd Summer Supper!

Around the Parish

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.

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!

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!

Download the complete 52-Week Mass Discussion Guide for Families.



Gospel in Focus


July 13, 2025 Jesus tells the parable of the Good Samaritan. “He answered, ‘The one who treated him with mercy.’ Jesus said to him, ‘Go and do likewise.” —Luke 10:37


Discussion Questions

Jesus is called many different names throughout  the Gospels. What does it mean when we hear him called “Teacher” today?


The Good Samaritan shows us God’s love in action. How can we follow his example in our own lives?


Do I hold tightly to my plans? Am I willing to be 

inconvenienced to help others? How do I react when things don’t go my way?

Ministry Updates

QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL REPORT

We’re just about a month away from welcoming our amazing students back to school, and things our Queen of the Rosary School is already buzzing with excitement! This week, our rockstar maintenance team has been hard at work deep cleaning every corner of school—from carpets to tiles to walls—making sure everything shines just as bright as our students do. We can’t wait to see those smiling faces in the hallways soon!

In the meantime, mark your calendars for:


July 13 Play, Picnic & Party

July 17 OAR Concert & Drone Show

July 19 Mayor's Royal Rumble

August 13 Back to School, have a fabulous Summer!

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. Don’t wait—sign up today and journey with us!


Save these dates:

July 13 Play, Picnic & Party

July 17 OAR Concert & Drone Show

July 19 Mayor's Royal Rumble


If you have any questions or need assistance, our Lifelong Faith Formation Coordinator, Christine Nagle, is here to help.


YOUTH MINISTRY CORNER


Hey, teens, we hope you're soaking up a well-deserved summer break. But, don’t forget, we’ve got some awesome things coming up! We can’t wait to see you at our monthly meetup or when we head over to Victory Centre to spread some joy and lead activities. And hey, high schoolers—now’s the time to start making plans for NCYC and Kairos! These life-changing experiences are on the horizon… and we want YOU there for all the fun!

LOOKING AHEAD:

July 13 Play, Picnic & Party

July 17 OAR Concert & Drone Show

July 19 Mayor's Royal Rumble

July 20 YM Meetup

July 21 Victory Centre

August 4 Victory Centre

August 17 YM Meetup

August 18 Victory Centre

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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