Our Lady of Guapalupe

Thursday, December 4 | 7pm, QR

Join us this Thursday as we joyfully celebrate Mass in honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe—we are excited to welcome back our former Associate Pastor, Fr. Louis for this Mass! Let’s come together in faith and gratitude for this special celebration. ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

Last night of Rosary & Novena:

Tonight, Wed, Dec 11 at 7pm, QR

Reminder: Bring Back Those Angel Tree Gifts!

December 14/15, SJE

The countdown is on! All Christmas Angel Tree gifts are due back this Sunday, December 15th. We're making this season merry and bright for families in need!

How to Prepare Your Gifts:

• Wrap your gifts with love!
• Assemble them into a box or bag labeled with the family number.
• If you need more than one box/bag, please label them as “1 of X,” “2 of X,” etc.

Dropping Off Early? No problem! Just bring your gifts to the Parish Office during office hours.

Thank you for being a Christmas angel! Our generosity spreads the joy of Christ’s love this holiday season.

A Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols

Sunday, December 15 | 5:30pm, SJE

Get ready to lift your heart in joyful prayer and song! Our Annual Advent Prayer Service—A Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols—is just around the corner, and you’re invited to be part of this beautiful tradition!

🎶 When: Sunday, December 15 at 5:30pm

🎶 Where: St. Julian Eymard, 601 Biesterfield Road

Come experience the wonder of Advent through Scripture, carols and hymns that prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ. It’s a night of music, prayer and joy that you won't want to miss! Let’s make this season shine with faith, hope and love. See you there! 

12 • 11 • 24

12 • 12 • 24

12 • 15 • 24

Parish Reconciliation Service

Wednesday, December 18 | 7pm, SJE

Mark your calendars! Our Parish Reconciliation Service is on December 18th at 7:00 PM in St. Julian Eymard Church. It's a beautiful opportunity to prepare our hearts for Christmas with grace and renewal.

Simbang Gabi Mass

Saturday, December 21 | 7pm, SJE

Join us for Mass in celebration of Simbang Gabi at our 5pm Mass on Saturday, December 21st at St. Julian Eymard Church.

Stay afterward for a light reception filled with fellowship and holiday cheer. All are invited—let's celebrate our traditions together!

Nativity of Our Lord

Come experience the beauty and hope of the Christmas season as we gather in faith and love to welcome the birth of Our Savior. Invite family, friends and neighbors to join us!

Tuesday, December 24 | Christmas Eve

• 3pm | QR
• 5pm | SJE
• 10pm | SJE (program of Carols begins at 9:30pm)

Wednesday, December 25 | Christmas Day

• 8am | QR
• 9:15am | SJE
• 10:30am | QR
• No Adoration or Reconciliation on Christmas Day

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God

Join us as we celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, honoring our Blessed Mother and seeking her guidance for the year ahead

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 | New Year's Eve

• 5pm w/Confessions | QR

Wednesday, January 1, 2025 | New Year's Day

• 9am | SJE
• 12:15pm | QR
• 7:00pm w/Confessions | SJE
• No Adoration on New Year's Day

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.

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.

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!

QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL REPORT

Calling All Little Cubs

January 14 | 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!

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ROUND UP

Religious Ed will be on break from December 22nd to January 10th. We wish all our families a wonderful Christmas filled with love, joy and time with family and friends! We hope to see you at one (or more!) of our Advent & Christmas events around the parish. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 

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

If you have any questions or need assistance, our Catechetical Leader, Mrs. Uhlarik, is here to help.

YOUTH MINISTRY CORNER

Rally Your Friends!

Don’t miss out—join the fun, make memories, and spread some holiday cheer! From playing Christmas elves and delivering toys on Black Friday, to our epic White Elephant Gift Exchange at the annual Christmas Party, to regular Teen Center hours and small group sharing nights, there’s something for YOU!

December 14-15 Angel Tree Sleigh (serv hrs)

December 15 Lessons & Carols Fellowship (serv hrs, contact Mr. Van!)

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