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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 – The Holy Spirit descends upon the apostles gathered in Jerusalem. (Acts of the Apostles 2:1-11)
Psalm – "Lord, send out your Spirit, and renew the face of the earth." (Psalm 104)
Second Reading – We are all one in Christ Jesus. (1 Corinthians 12:3b-7,12-13)
Gospel – Jesus appears to his disciples and gives them the gift of the Holy Spirit. (John 20:19-23)
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As we continue beyond this Easter season, there is much happening at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish and beyond. So you don't miss a thing, please read all the way through, and be sure to click "Read Entire Message" if your e-mail app "clips" this message. | |
All are invited for faith, fellowship and fun... | |
Mark Your Calendars: May Is the Month of Mary! | |
A Season for Life
Throughout May and June
Join our Respect Life Ministry in spreading love and gratitude! Get ready for Father's Day with beautiful cards available in the vestibules for a free-will donation.
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WE Are Jesus' Hands & Feet on Earth
Throughout May and June
Join our Respect Life, Good Samaritan, Rosary and Prayer Shawl Ministries in spreading kindness this spring! Participate in A Season for Life, Good Samaritan and Rosary/Religious Items drives, culminating in our Morning of Service for the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage on Saturday, June 29th. Additionally, Prayer Shawl Ministers will knit and crochet baby booties, caps and prayer squares. See collection bins in our vestibules and let's make a meaningful impact together! Let's reflect the light of Christ through our generosity and compassion.
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Fr. Dan's 10th Anniversary of Ordination
Friday, May 17, 2024
Save the date for Fr. Dan's 10th Anniversary of Ordination, and see the invitation to honor his dedication and commitment to Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish on Pentecost Sunday!
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Pentecost Extended Form at the Vigil Mass
Saturday, May 18, 2024 | 5:00pm | SJE
The Pentecost vigil includes an extended number of readings and texts that reflect on the Resurrection, Ascension and the descent of the Holy Spirit—and on the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of the Church.
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Pentecost Sunday
Sunday, May 19, 2024 | 11:30am | QR School
This Sunday we celebrate Pentecost, Fr. Dan, Fr. Louis and Ms. McGinn—let's be filled gratitude and joy! Join our Community Celebration as we honor our beloved Fr. Dan, Fr. Louis and Ms. McGinn. To help with our planning, signup for this unforgettable event and let's shower them with love and appreciation. Together, we'll make it a day to remember!
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Be a Voice for Life!
Sunday, May 19, 2024 | All Masses | QR/SJE
Raise your voice for life! Join Respect Life Ministry's letter-writing campaign opposing SB3499, which threatens to legalize assisted suicide for the terminally ill. Together, let's advocate for dignity, compassion, and the sanctity of life. Our support can make a difference. To advocate for life, please see Respect Life Ministers in our main vestibules this weekend and sign a letter for life. Discover more here.
OLBS will hand deliver letters to the appropriate state representatives before this bill comes to a vote.
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Transforming Self: BodyMindSpirit
Sunday, May 19, 2024 | All Masses | QR/SJE
As we continue our year of Be Transformed, we share this upcoming event at the Elk Grove Village Library:
“Are you happy when you look at yourself in the mirror and why?” The happiness in life is based on the whole person concept of the body, mind, and spirit transformed through the passage of time and life experiences. There is a difference between a human being as a noun phrase and being human as a verb phrase. This presentation will help you to understand the difference and get you started on the wellness path of happiness.
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Summer Suppers Continue!
Thursday, May 30, 2024 | 6:30pm | SJE
We still have a couple of volunteer spots open. Come be part of something special on the fifth Thursday of May! Join us to shop, cook, or serve at our second summer supper. Let's create delicious meals and spread warmth to those who join us. Your help will make this event unforgettable. Let's make a difference together!
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Celebrate the Real Presence of Jesus in June | |
Feast of Corpus Christi
Sunday, June 2, 2024 | 11:30am | QR to SJE
Join us for the joyful annual Corpus Christi procession! Let's come together in faith and celebration, after the 10:30am Mass. We'll walk from Queen of the Rosary Church to St. Julian Eymard Church, following our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament, praying and singing along the way. All are welcome to share in this uplifting tradition. We will arrive at St. Julian Eymard at approximately 1:00pm for Closing Benediction, Reposition and then enjoy fellowship in Shea Hall. See you there for a blessed and beautiful day!
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Summer Suppers Continue!
Thursday, June 6, 2024 | 6:30pm | SJE
Come be part of something special on the first Thursday of June! Join us to shop, cook, or serve at our third summer supper. Let's create delicious meals and spread warmth to those who join us. Your help will make this event unforgettable. Let's make a difference together!
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Jesus Has No Hands & Feet Now But Ours
Saturday, June 29, 2024 | 8:15am | QR
Save the date! Join us for a Morning of Service. Let's come together in the Real Presence of Jesus Christ with Mass, Adoration, Reconciliation and acts of kindness and volunteerism. Your helping hands and big hearts will spread joy and support.
We'll begin with daily Mass at 8:15am at Queen of the Rosary Church. Adoration will be available throughout the morning, full itinerary at right. Mark your calendars and be a part of this inspiring morning!
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8:15am Mass (Queen of the Rosary Church)
8:45am Rosary
9:45am Fellowship (Queen of the Rosary School)
10:00am Service Project
Noon Reconciliation
1:00pm Final Blessing & Dismissal
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Annual Catholic Appeal: Together at the Table
We're so close to reaching our goal for the Annual Catholic Appeal, but we need your help to get there! Every donation counts, big or small, and brings us closer to achieving our target.
And here's the best part: donations received over our goal come back to our parish! In the past, these rebates have helped us fund projects like sound systems, livestreaming cameras, and display screens—all of which enhance our worship experience.
This year, we've got an exciting plan to refresh the restrooms in our worship sites, making them even more comfortable and welcoming for everyone. Your generosity can make this vision a reality!
Let's come together as a community, show our support, and make a positive difference in our parish. Together, we can do amazing things! Thank you for your continued support and generosity. Follow this link to discover more and donate online. Be sure to designate Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish!
Blessings to you all!
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Adoration continues until Reconciliation concludes at approximately 8pm. | |
Parish Council 7pm in Shea Hall, they meet every other month September to May. | |
All are invited to our Community Celebration in QR School Gym at 11:30am! | | |
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Gospel in Focus
May 19, 2024 Jesus sends us our advocate, the Holy Spirit. “And when he had said this, he breathed on themand said to them, ‘Receive the holy spirit.’”
—John 20:22
Discussion Questions
What is one gift of the Holy Spirit that you would like to ask for?
When was the last time you felt truly forgiven?
Who is someone you might need to extend forgiveness to?
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ROUND UP
Calling all families—Totus Tuus Registration is now open and space is limited! Dive into faith-filled fun with Totus Tuus! Our summer program offers a vibrant blend of prayer, skits, games, and interactive learning. Register now for a week filled with growth, laughter, and lasting memories. Let's embark on this faith-filled adventure together! Register now!
Enjoy this snap of students from our RE program crowning Mary earlier this month!
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Mark your calendar for these dates coming up:
- 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!)
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YOUTH MINISTRY CORNER
Teens are headed to Louisville, KY for Catholic Heart Work Camp June 9-14, 2024. They will grow in their relationship with God and each other as they serve and pray together. Please keep our teens, adult chaperones and their families in your prayers.
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SAVE THESE UPCOMING DATES:
Teen Center Hours | Tue - Fri, 2-5pm
Youth Ministry Meeting | May 19 | 6pm
Alexian Village | May 20 | 6:30pm
CHWC | Jun 9-14 | Louisville, KY
Totus Tuus | July 7-12 | QR School
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Be a Voice for Life
Assisted Suicide Legislation introduced in Illinois General Assembly. Discover more.
Rachel's Vineyard Retreat. Healing the pain of abortion, one weekend at a time. Follow this link to find a retreat for yourself or a loved one (enter zip code, distance and click search.)
Illinois Right to Life’s 55 th annual Leaders for Life Banquet at 6 PM, Friday, May 10th, at
the Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181.
Throughout May & June...Join us for Season for Life to raise awareness for a culture of life. See above for specific activities planned and together, let's be advocates for dignity, compassion and LIFE!
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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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