Electrical Issues at St. Julian Eymard Church

Repairs to Begin Shortly

Due to the extent of electrical repairs required at St. Julian Eymard Church—burying a new cable from the electrical main on Biesterfield Road to the church’s transformer—Mass, Ministry and events continue to be rescheduled or relocated. We are obtaining competitive estimates and will select a contractor shortly, with work expected to take several days to complete. We are blessed to have our Queen of the Rosary Church and School, and we thank you all for your patience and flexibility. Please watch for our e-mail updates, or check the parish calendar for our complete schedule. We remain committed to transparency—feel free to reach out or set up a time to meet with Fr. Dan if you have any questions.

Thank you for your patience, support and prayers!

World Mission Sunday

October 19/20 | All Masses

Pope Francis has selected the theme: Go and invite everyone to the banquet for our celebration of World Mission Sunday. He reminds us of the parable of the wedding feast. This story informs and encourages all of us to go forth in mission tirelessly. He says, “The Church… will continue to go to the ends of the earth, to set out over and over again, without ever growing weary or losing heart in the face of difficulties and obstacles.” Thank you for your participation in the World Mission Sunday celebration. Please bring your donation to Mass this Sunday or follow this link to donate online.

Order of Christian Initiation for Adults

October 20 | 6:00pm | SJE Shea Hall

Are you curious about becoming Catholic? Are you a baptized adult interested in completing your Sacraments? Join Fr. Paul for a Seek and Find Info Session on October 20th at 6pm to see if our OCIA program is the right fit for you! It’s an open, no-pressure evening to explore, ask questions and meet others on the same journey. Plus, refreshments will be served! To assist us in planning, please signup, and share this message and link with friends and family.

Come and discover where your faith journey could lead!

Youth Ministry Events

October/November

Get ready for an action-packed weekend filled with service, friendship, and fun! Dive into our annual Rake 'n Run, explore the largest corn maze at Richardson's Adventure Farm and pack Halloween treats at our monthly hangout this Sunday in Queen of the Rosary School. And don’t forget—our November Pancake Breakfast is coming up fast! Sign up now and be part of the excitement!

Grand Raffle Is Here

Put the Pieces Together—Make a Difference!

Our Queen of the Rosary School 65th Anniversary Grand Raffle is here with BIG prizes up for grabs! 💰 Grand Prize: $10,065! 🎟️ Tickets are $25 each or 5 for $100. Don’t miss out! Grab yours from a school family or at the parsih office. Our next Early Bird Drawing is in November, get your tickets soon. Contact the office for more info!

Hey Parents, get in on the fun and help support our school by selling tickets at Church. Your smiles and enthusiasm can make a big difference, plus you will earn service hours!

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NEW 40 Hours Devotion for Life!

Throughout October!

Join us in this month, Respect Life Month, for our new look 40 Hours Devotion for Life by dedicating one or more hours of Adoration to pray for Life. Simply sign in whenever you participate in Adoration and let us know your commitment:

Wednesday, October 16 (until 8pm, QR)

Saturday, October 19 (until 1pm, QR)

Wednesday, October 23 (until 8pm)

Saturday, October 26 (until 1pm)

Wednesday, October 30 (until 8pm)

Let's see how many hours we can offer by the end of the month—bet it'll be way more than 40!

Pilgrim Our Lady of Fatima

October 12-26 | QR

Join us each day to pray the Rosary together as we welcome the Pilgrim Our Lady of Fatima—let’s fill our hearts with peace and prayer during the Month of the Holy Rosary! Schedule as follows:

Saturday, 10/12, Noon, Opening Rosary/Prayer Service

10/13 - 10/18, 7:00pm nightly Fatima Rosary

Saturday, 10/19, 8:45am, Fatima Rosary

10/20 -10/25, 7:00pm nightly Fatima Rosary

10/26, 12:30pm, Closing Rosary/Prayer Service

If you or your Ministry would like to lead one or more nights of the Fatima Rosary, please contact the parish office to be connected with Rosary Ministry. Booklets are available to guide you through the Rosary!

Stand for Life

October 19 | 1pm | St. Theresa, Palatine

Sponsored by Northwest Families for Life, participants will rally in the gym at St. Theresa and then line Northwest Highway to stand for life!

Join OLBS Respect Life Ministry and rally to the OLBS banner to stand for life!

Order of Christian Initiation for Adults

October 20 | 6:00pm | SJE Shea Hall

Are you curious about becoming Catholic? Are you a baptized adult interested in completing your Sacraments? Join Fr. Paul for a Seek and Find Info Session on October 20th at 6pm to see if our OCIA program is the right fit for you! It’s an open, no-pressure evening to explore, ask questions and meet others on the same journey. Plus, refreshments will be served!

Come and discover where your faith journey could lead!

Respect Life Novena

October 22-30

This novena prays for the protection of human life, from conception to natural death. Each day of the novena features a different prayer intention, as well as a short reflection, suggested actions, and additional information to help participants go deeper. Follow this link to download the daily novena prayer.

Trunk or Treat Fest

October 26 | 4-7:30pm | QR School

Bring your kiddos and grandkids and join our QR School Parents Club for a spooktacular good time at this year's Trunk or Treat Fest! Enjoy Bingo, Games, Cake Walk and a Beer Tent. Food will be available from 4-5:30, and Trunk or Treat begins at 5:30pm.

Follow this link to signup to host a trunk at the event!

Calling ALL Queen of the Rosary School Alumni!

October 27 | 10:30am | QR

In honor of our Queen of the Rosary School’s 65th Anniversary, join us for a special celebration! We're inviting all graduates—from 1959 to 2024—to the 10:30am Mass at Queen of the Rosary Church on Sunday, October 27th, followed by a reception at our Queen of the Rosary School. Please follow this link to RSVP—let's make it a reunion for the ages!

Got photos from your school days? Send them to Alumni@QRCougars.org, or drop them off at the school or parish office for scanning.

Not online? No problem—just contact Mary Ellen in the parish office at (847) 979-0901 x1007 and she’ll pass your info on.



Please RSVP by October 21st and let us know how many are in your group. We can't wait to see you!

Solemnity of All Saints

November 1

Celebrate the Solemnity of All Saints with us and rejoice in the lives of those who’ve gone before us in faith! It's a day of joy, reflection and inspiration as we honor all the saints—famous and forgotten—who light our path to holiness. Join the celebration and let's lift our hearts together in gratitude and praise! We will celebrate the following Masses for All Saints Day:



Thursday, October 31, 7pm at QR (anticipated liturgy)

Friday, November 1, 8:15am at SJE

Friday, November 1, 8:15am at QR (School Mass, 8th grade students will be dressed as their Confirmation Saint and will visit classrooms to teach about their Saint following Mass)

Friday, November 1, 12:15pm at SJE

Commemoration of All Souls

November 2

Join us for the Commemoration of All Souls as we prayerfully remember our departed loved ones. Remembrance tables will be up in both worship sites throughout November, providing a space to honor their memory. On Saturday, November 2nd, we will celebrate a special Mass of Remembrance at 10am in St. Julian Eymard Church for those in our parish family who have gone to eternal rest during this past year. Let us come together to lift them up in prayer and entrust their souls to God's eternal care.

Pancake Breakfast

November 10

Flip your way to our Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser on Sunday, November 10th from 8 AM to Noon in St. Julian Eymard Shea Hall and support our awesome teens heading to Catholic Heart Work Camp! Enjoy delicious pancakes, connect with friends and help send our teens to Louisville, KY. Bring your appetite and your generosity—every bite counts! Let’s make this a morning to remember!

Calling All Military Veterans!

November 11

As part of our Queen of the Rosary School's Veterans Day project, the upperclassmen are excited to honor and learn about the brave men and women of our parish and school community who served in any branch of the military. If you're a veteran, we'd love to hear from you! Help our students make this Veterans Day special by allowing them to learn your story and send you a heartfelt thank you.

Please include your name, mailing address, contact phone or email, branch of the military, rank, and any details about your service you'd like to share with our students. Please contact Mary Ellen in the parish office at (847) 979-0901 x1007 or info@olbsegv.org by October 28^th. Thank you for your service!

Christmas Angel Tree

November 16/17 | All Masses

Get ready to spread some holiday cheer! We’re once again adopting families in need, and our Christmas Angel Trees will be in the vestibules at all Masses on November 16/17. Let’s come together to make the holidays a little brighter for those in our community!

If you or a family you know could use some extra help this season (and meet certain criteria), please reach out to the parish office.

Thank you for your generous hearts!

Christmas Elves

November 17 & November 29

Ho, ho, ho! It’s almost time to get into the holiday spirit with our Christmas Elves project! Soon, we'll be collecting toys, stocking stuffers and candy for orphans at the Mission of Our Lady of Angels. Our amazing teens will stuff stockings—generously donated by our Women's Club and Prayer Shawl Ministry—to deliver on Black Friday! Let’s spread joy and make this season brighter for those in need. Look for collection bins in the vestibules to drop off your donations and be a part of this heartwarming mission!

Annual Catholic Appeal: Together at the Table

Fr. Dan extends thanks to all who have contributed toward our Annual Catholic Appeal goal. Our anticipated rebate is now approximately $24,000 and we look forward to getting started on the bathroom updates when those funds become available.

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.

Bring Comfort, Spread Hope

Keep a little kindness on hand!

Comfort Bags, courtesy of our Good Samaritan, Rosary, and Respect Life Ministries, are now available in the vestibules at both worship sites. Take one or two to keep in your car and share with someone in need. Let’s spread love wherever we go!

QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL REPORT

Build the Future! Playground Reimagined.

We’re thrilled to kick off our exciting campaign to refresh our playground behind Queen of the Rosary Church & School! As we begin our 5th year as Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament and celebrate 65 amazing years of providing Catholic education in the village, let’s come together to maintain a vibrant, safe and fun play space for our kids. Every bit helps, so spread the word, donate and let’s make this dream a reality together! 

Calling All Little Cubs

November 12 | 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

Save the date and bring the whole family to "The Legend of St. Nicholas" on December 1st at Queen of the Rosary Church at Noon! Perfect for young children, this enchanting event brings the story of St. Nicholas to life, complete with holiday cheer, fun surprises, and tasty refreshments. Don’t miss this heartwarming kickoff to Advent—mark your calendars for a day of joy and wonder!

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

Our next parent meeting is November 9th at 9:15am in Room K at QR School!

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

YOUTH MINISTRY CORNER

Rally Your Friends!

November is almost here, and the fun is just getting started! 🥞🍂 Check the schedule, rally your friends, and dive into all the excitement Youth Ministry has to offer. Don't miss out—get involved and make this month unforgettable!

10/19 Rake 'n Run

10/19 Richardson's Adventure Farm

10/20 YM Hangout, QR School

11/10 Pancake Breakfast

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