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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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Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time | |
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First Reading – God creates woman from Adam’s rib. (Genesis 2:18-24)
Psalm – "May the Lord bless us all the days of our lives." (Psalm 128)
Second Reading – Christ was made perfect through suffering so that we might all be consecrated. (Hebrews 2:9-11)
Gospel –Jesus teaches against divorce and welcomes the children. (Mark 10:2-16)
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So you don't miss a beat, 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... | |
New Season of Journey of the Heart Grief Share
October 1 | 4:00pm | SJE Room 2
NEW time for our current season of Grief Share group, Journey of the Heart, began October 1st, now meeting in the afternoon from 4 to 5:30pm. If you would like to join us for comfort, support and healing on your journey, please contact the parish office to sign up this week.
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Grand Raffle Is Here
Ace the Test—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. 📅 Early Bird Drawings start Oct. 7th! 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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Buy tickets in Church:
October 5/6
November 2/3
November 30/December 1
December 7/8
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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!
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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.
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Fall Wine 'n Paint
October 25 | 6:30pm | SJE
Ladies, who's ready to join us for another round of Wine 'n Paint? Instructors will lead us in making two adorable wooden snow people with winter caps (caps will vary and may differ from pictures in signup/bulletin). These are perfect to use for holiday decor, to give a handmade gift to someone special, or maybe both!
Registration is $35 per person and includes all supplies, snacks and wine. Seating is limited, please signup by October 7th.
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Hurricane Helene Relief
October 12/13 | All Masses
Next Sunday, we will take up a special collection to support those affected by Hurricane Helene. Catholic Charities USA is on the ground, providing direct aid to help victims rebuild their lives. Our generous donations will go a long way in bringing hope and relief to those in need. Follow this link if you prefer to donate online. Click the down arrow next to Fund and scroll down to select the Fund "Hurricane Helene Relief."
Thank you for your support and prayers!
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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!
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Don't forget to dedicate one or more hours to Life! | |
Pet Blessing in front of QR at 10:30am (pets must be leashed or in carriers!) | |
Children's Liturgy of the Word at 10:30am Mass at QR for children 4 and older. | |
Respect Life Month & Month of the Holy Rosary | |
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 2 (until 8pm)
First Friday, October 4 (until 11:30am)
Saturday, October 5 (until 1pm)
Wednesday, October 9 (until 8pm)
Saturday, October 12 (until 1pm)
Wednesday, October 16 (until 8pm)
Saturday, October 19 (until 1pm)
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!
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Blessing of the Pets
October 5 | 10:30am | QR
Our annual Blessing of the Pets, in honor of St. Francis, Patron Saint of animals, will take place in front of Queen of the Rosary Church on Saturday, October 5th at 10:30am. House pets only and all pets must be leashed or in carriers. Thank you!
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Respect Life Sunday
October 6 | All Masses
Celebrate the gift of life this October—join us for Respect Life Month activities as we stand together to protect and cherish life from conception until natural death! We'll kick off the month with guest speakers from Respect Life Ministry leading us in prayer at Mass on Respect Life Sunday.
Grab a baby bottle from either worship sit and fill with spare change throughout the month to support a crisis pregnancy center.
Join the 37th Annual National Life Chain at 203 E. Irving Park Road in Wood Dale, across from the Wood Dale Metra Station from 2-3pm on October 6th.
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Watch the bulletin and eNews for more activities throughout the month. | |
Rosary for Life
October 8 | 7pm | SJE
On the second Tuesday of each month, join Rosary and Respect Life ministers to pray a special Rosary for Life.
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America Needs Fatima Rosary Rally
October 12 | Noon | QR
Join us for the America Needs Fatima Public Square Rosary Rally on October 12th at Noon at Queen of the Rosary Church! Together with the Pilgrim Fatima, let’s pray for our nation—outdoors, weather permitting. Prayer warriors, we need you!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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.
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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!
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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!
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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 28th. Thank you for your service!
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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.
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Gospel in Focus
October 6, 2024Jesus teaches that it is important to build up ourwealth in heaven, rather than on earth. “Jesuslooked at them and said, ‘For human beings it isimpossible, but not for God. All things are possible
for God’.” —Mark 10:27
Discussion Questions
How do you buildin up your wealth in heaven?
Why can it be difficult for us to give what we have to those in need?
How does giving to those in need impact not only their life, but ours?
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Game on! Sports season and student council elections are in full swing—cheer on our Queen of the Rosary School teams and watch our students learn and model faithful citizenship as they cast their vote for student leaders! Mark your calendars now for these upcoming events:
- 9/28 Mother/Daughter Event
- 10/4 Welcome Back to School Parents Only Event
- 10/10 Parent/Teacher Conferences
- 10/13 7th Grade Class Mass
- 10/26 Trunk or Treat Fest
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10/27 Alumni Mass & Reception
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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!
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ROUND UP
Join us at Queen of the Rosary Church on October 1st for a fun and informative session where Confirmation candidates and their parents/guardians will get all the details they need. Don't miss it! And, remember, at least one parent or guardian must come along!
If you have any questions or need assistance, our Catechetical Leader, Mrs. Uhlarik, is here to help.
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YOUTH MINISTRY CORNER
Falling into Service!
As you settle into the swing of school routines this Fall, get ready for some awesome service opportunities headed your way! Whether it's lending a hand in the community or joining in special parish events, there's something for everyone to fall into and make a difference. Stay tuned—fun and fulfilling ways to serve are just around the corner:
Mark your calendars, bring your friends and let's make this September unforgettable!
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LOOKING BEYOND OCTOBER:
November 10 Pancake Breakfast
November 17 Christmas Toy Sorting
November 29 Stocking Delivery to MOLA
December 6 Kids Christmas Film Night
December 14-15 Angel Tree Sleigh (serv hrs.)
January 17-20, 2025 Kairos (HS Jrs & Srs)
June 8-13, 2025 CHWC
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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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