Holy Tuesday

Daily Mass | 8:15am | QR

Rosary Prayer | 6:30pm | SJE

All are welcome to our Seven Last Words service on Tuesday, March 26 at 7pm at St. Julian Eymard Church. Commemorate Jesus' last days in scripture and song as we draw closer to celebrating His resurrection on Easter Sunday.

Holy Wednesday

Daily Mass | 8:15am | SJE

Divine Mercy Chaplet | 3pm | SJE Reconciliation | 7pm | SJE Adoration continues throughout the day, concluding with Closing Benediction after Reconciliation.

Holy Thursday

Mass of the Lord's Supper | 7pm | SJE

The Father’s gift of the incarnate Word and the Spirit-filled response of Jesus’ opening himself in love of God and His neighbor. Following Mass, the Church will remain open for Adoration until Midnight.

Men's Club is leading a visitation of Seven Churches. The bus will depart from/return to St. Julian Eymard Church. Please note, the event is free, but we will take up a free-will donation to tip our driver. We will have snacks and water available, but you are also permitted to bring your own refreshment (no glass bottles and no alcohol.) We will pray the rosary on the bus. Please note, registration for this event is full, but please follow this link to view or change your reservation!

Good Friday

Morning Prayer | 8:15am | SJE (following, Rosary Ministry will lead the Divine Mercy Novena and Rosary, see below for complete schedule)

Friday of the Lord's Passion Service | 3pm | QR

We journey with the Lord, the innocent servant of God, who has taken our sins upon himself as he walks the path to Calvary.

Living Stations of the Cross | 7pm | SJE Presented by Youth Ministry with help from Liturgical Ministry and Adult Choir.

Holy Saturday

Morning Prayer | 8:15am | QR (following, Rosary Ministry will lead the Divine Mercy Novena and Rosary, see below for complete schedule)

Blessing of Easter Food Baskets | 10:30am | SJE

(Please note, there is one parishwide Basket Blessing at 10:30am on Holy Saturday in St. Julian Eymard Church)

Wine 'n Paint Night with Women's Club

Last call to RSVP for an enchanting evening at Wine 'n Paint Night on Friday, April 12th at 6:30pm in Shea Hall! No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and your friends. Uncork creativity, sip on delightful wines and indulge in laughter and friendship. Reserve your spot now for a night of painting, sipping and creating beautiful memories together! Contact the parish office if you have questions or need help. Space is limited and registration deadline is March 29, 2024!

Youth Ministry Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser

Join us for a morning of fun and community building at our Youth Ministry Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, April 7th! Teens, unleash your culinary skills as you set up, cook and serve a delicious pancake breakfast for the parish. Parents, we need your guidance to supervise cooking and ensure a smooth and thorough cleanup. Let's come together, share smiles and create lasting memories. Your support makes this event a success and helps defray the cost of our Catholic Heart Work Camp Summer Mission Trip!

Reminder, teens headed to Louisville must help, but all are welcome! Follow this link to signup today!

Divine Mercy Sunday

Join us for a sacred journey of grace and renewal at our Divine Mercy Holy Hour! Let's gather together in prayer, reflection, and personal witness, experiencing the boundless love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ. All are welcome! Bring your loved ones and join us on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 2:30pm in Queen of the Rosary Church.

And don't miss the opportunity to start the Divine Mercy Novena on Good Friday, leading up to Divine Mercy Sunday. Rosary Ministry will lead Novena and Rosary Prayer in person as follows:

April Winter Supper

Don't miss this opportunity to add your unique flavor to Winter Suppers and join us for the grand finale of this Winter Season on Sunday, April 14th. Sign up now and let's create delicious memories for our neighbors in need!

Q&A with Dr. Bob Schuchts

Parish Council and Book Club invite us for a special Q&A with Dr. Bob Schuchts on April 23rd at 7pm in Shea Hall! We've been exploring "Be Transformed: The Healing Power of the Sacraments" this Lent, but you don't need to have read the book to attend. Submit your questions in advance; while we can't guarantee every question will be answered, we'll group them for Dr. Bob's planning. Dr. Bob will join us via satellite for an insightful evening on spiritual transformation. Space is limited, so follow this link to signup today!

Save the Dates!

Let's get ready to celebrate Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament together with joy, games and the warmth of our parish family! Mark your calendars and reserve your spots now for game nights leading up to our parish Feast Day! Women's Club presents an all-ages Bingo Fiesta on Saturday, May 4th at 2:30 pm in Shea Hall. And for adults, the Parents Club hosts Trivia Night on Saturday, May 11th at 7 pm (doors open at 6:30) in our Queen of the Rosary School Gym. Both events promise plenty of laughter, friendly competition and community bonding. We can't wait to see everyone there!

Lenten Almsgiving Project

Great news! Our Waves of Change Lenten Almsgiving project has hit its goal (as of March 24th we have collected $16,759), but there's still time to amplify the impact and make an even bigger ripple. Follow this link to contribute online or grab Blue Waves of Change envelopes in the vestibule. Your generosity makes a difference! Thank you!

Annual Catholic Appeal: Together at the Table

Now more than ever, the Church needs our steadfast support. Our participation in our parish’s weekly offertory and in the Annual Catholic Appeal is essential to maintaining the financial well-being of the Church.

Please consider signing up for online giving to the parish offertory and to the Appeal.

Just as we rely on your spiritual support, the Church continues to rely on your financial support to continue its work of sanctification and evangelization.

You can make your gift to the Annual Catholic Appeal online at annualcatholicappeal.com, or you can choose to send in the response envelope from the Cardinal’s letter you may have already received. You may also find pledge envelopes in both Queen of the Rosary and St. Julian Eymard Churches or the parish office. Thank you for supporting our parish and the Archdiocese.

Be a Voice for Life

Good Friday Stations of the Cross. Friday, March 29, 10 am at American Women’s Medical, 110 S. River Rd., Des Plaines.

GoPublic4LIFE. Saturday, April 6, 10:30am to Noon at American Women’s Medical, 110 S. River Rd.,

Des Plaines. 90 minutes of prayer to transform Illinois.

Coming in May...Join us for Season for Life to raise awareness for a culture of life. Plus, join Respect Life Ministry and the Elk Grove Village Public Library for a collaborative event to shine a light on Mental Health struggles with insightful speakers from Ascension St. Alexius Behavioral Health, Catholic Charities LOSS Program, Elk Grove Cares and more. Look for more info coming in May and be part of these transformative events to shape a culture that respects life at every stage.

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QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL REPORT

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ROUND UP

Mark your calendar for these dates coming up:

• 4/11/24 Confirmation Practice
• 4/14/24 Confirmation
• 5/4 /24 Bingo Fiesta, 2:30pm at SJE
• 5/11/24 Trivia Night, 7pm at QR
• 5/13/24 Feast of Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament
• 6/9/24 - 6/14/24 Catholic Heart Work Camp
• 7/7/24 to 7/12/24 Totus Tuus (Registration for Totus Tuus will open June 1st...stay tuned!)

YOUTH MINISTRY CORNER

In the spirit of this penitential season, Mr. Van offers this Teen Lenten Challenge. Each week he'll provide 2 of the stations of the cross, including a reflection for each station and then offer a penance challenge for the week at the end of each email.  If you haven't already selected a penance for this Lent or would like to make your Lenten season even more meaningful, give it a try! (Adults can participate too! )  So, here we go...

Contact Mr. Van for the reflection for Stations 13 and 14. Your FINAL Lenten challenge: Say the rosary at least once this week and attend as many of the Masses/services during this week and the Easter Triduum as possible (and be honest with yourself about whether it is truly impossible before not attending!) Tuesday night at 7pm will be the Seven Last Words of Christ at 7pm. The Triduum includes Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday. (Of course, you can always attend the Easter Vigil in satisfaction of Easter Sunday!)

Youth Ministry will again present the Living Stations of the Cross for the parish on Good Friday. Rehearsals will be on Sundays at 3pm and begin the first Sunday of Lent, February 18th, at St. Julian Eymard Church.

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