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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 Lord will fulfill his promises to Israel and Judah. (Jeremiah 33:14-16)
Psalm – "To you, O Lord, I lift my soul." (Psalm 25)
Second Reading – Paul encourages the Thessalonians to be holy and to please God. (1 Thessalonians 3:13-4:2)
Gospel –Jesus teaches his disciples to be vigilant so that they will be ready when the Son of Man comes in glory. (Luke 21_25-28, 34-36)
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Happy Thanksgiving!
- Thursday, November 28 | 9am | QR
- Friday, November 29 | 8:15am | SJE
- Saturday, November 30 | 8:15am | QR
Celebrate gratitude with your parish family this Thanksgiving! Join us for Mass as we give thanks for God’s abundant blessings. We wish everyone in our OLBS family a happy, healthy and safe holiday weekend.
Please note, the parish office will close at Noon on Wednesday, November 27th and will reopen at 9am on Monday, December 2nd.
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Legend of St. Nicholas
Sunday, December 1, Noon | QR
Discover the true story behind the beloved figure of St. Nicholas, who has inspired holiday traditions for centuries. No holiday secrets will be given away and light refreshments will be served.
Bring the whole crew—this event is perfect for kids and kids-at-heart!
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Novena to Our Lady of Guapalupe
begins Tuesday, December 3 | 7pm, SJE
Come together in faith as we pray the Rosary and Novena to Our Lady of Guadalupe. Let’s honor her with hearts full of devotion! See below for the schedule and locations. All are welcome!
Tue, Dec 3 at 7pm, SJE
Wed, Dec 4 at 7pm, SJE
Thu, Dec 5 at 7pm, QR
Fri, Dec 6 at 8:45am, SJE
Sat, Dec 7 at 8:45am, QR
Sun, Dec 8 at 9am, QR
Mon, Dec 9 at 6:15pm, QR
Tue, Dec 10 at 7pm, SJE
Wed, Dec 11 at 7pm, QR
Mass for Our Lady of Guadalupe will be celebrated at 7pm on Thursday, December 12th at Queen of the Rosary Church.
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Feed My Starving Children Service Outing
Wednesday, December 4 | 4:45pm
Kick off Advent with family and service! Join our QR School Mission Effectiveness Committee at Feed My Starving Children as we pack meals, spread love and share the true spirit of the season! Let's come together to make a difference and start Advent with hearts full of joy and generosity. Follow this link to sign up now!
Bring the whole crew—this event is perfect for families!
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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!
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Grand Raffle Is Here
SUPER CHALLENGE ALERT!
We’re tackling the Grand Raffle goal of 1500 additional tickets sold by December 2—and here’s the MVP prize: our students will SCORE a day off school on Monday, February 10th, right after the Super Bowl!
Ready, set, SELL! Let’s hustle, team! Grab your playbooks (aka raffle tickets), rally your fans and let’s make this a WIN for everyone!
Touchdown Deadline: December 2nd, let’s GO!
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Buy tickets in Church:
10/28 Early Bird: Colleen Erndahl
11/4 Early Bird: Ray Prost
November 30/December 1
December 7/8
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Stand for Life
We are called to stand for the dignity of every human life, especially in times of suffering and vulnerability. There is proposed legislation in Illinois that seeks to legalize assisted suicide, often referred to as Medical Aid in Dying. As Catholics, we know that referring to the taking of a life as "medicine" is a distortion of our faith and the true meaning of healing.
Prayerfully consider contacting your state lawmakers to respectfully express opposition to this legislation.
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Parish office closes at Noon. Adoration continues until approx 8pm when Reconciliation concludes at SJE. | |
Mass on Thanksgiving Day will be celebrated at a special time of 9:00am at QR. | |
Children's Liturgy of the Word at 10:30am Mass at QR for children 4 and older. Join us at Noon for the Legend of St. Nicholas. | |
Celebrate the Immaculate Conception in December | |
Order of Christian Initiation for Adults
Last Chance to Register for this year: December 1
Our OCIA Program is off to a wonderful start, and we’re keeping registration open through the first Sunday of Advent! If you or someone you know is interested in completing their sacraments or diving deeper into our Catholic Faith, there's still time to join us on this incredible journey. For more information, please contact the parish office—we’d love to welcome you!
Come and discover what your faith journey could spark!
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Kids Christmas Film Night
Friday, December 6, 6-9pm | SJE Shea Hall
Drop off children aged 4-years and older for crafts, games, Christmas movies and our popular Christmas Photo Booth! Teens from our Youth Ministry, supervised by adult volunteers, will lead activities.
This one’s all about the little ones. Parents can take a night off and let the kiddos have some fun!
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Pictures with Santa
Sunday, December 8, 11:30am | QR School Gym
Bring the kids for a jolly afternoon of holiday cheer, cookie decorating, crafts and the main event—a chance to snap a keepsake photo with Santa himself, or if you prefer, the Grinch! Stick around for yummy refreshments and the thrill of our Grand Raffle drawing.
Bring the whole crew—this event is perfect for kids and kids-at-heart!
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Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Monday, December 9 | 8:15am/12:15pm SJE, 7pm QR
We honor Mary because God favored her with a special grace and her decision to cooperate with it has blessed humankind. Mary’s sinlessness calls us to cooperate fully with God’s will, making our response the giving of our whole selves. Though not a Holy Day of Obligation this year, we will offer additional Mass times for Our Lady.
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Reminder: Bring Back Those Angel Tree Gifts!
December 14/15, SJE
The countdown is on! All Christmas Angel Tree gifts are due back by 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 2,” “2 of 2,” 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.
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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!
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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.
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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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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.
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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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Gospel in Focus
December 1, 2024 Jesus instructs the disciples to remain vigilant for when He comes again. “And then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory.” —Luke 21:27
Discussion Questions
How do we stay centered on Christ as a family?
What actions in my day allow me to stayclose to the Lord?
What can we do this Advent season as a family and as individuals to spend time with the Lord?
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QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL REPORT | |
Mark your calendars for a Sunday full of faith, fun and cheer! Get ready for a packed Second Sunday of Advent:
🎤 4th & 5th Grade will help bring the spirit to our 10:30 Mass at QR!
🎟️ Last chance to snag those Grand Raffle tickets at all Masses!
📸 Cap it all off with Pictures with Santa (and maybe a surprise visit from the Grinch himself!) 🎅💚
Hey, School Fam! Know any friends curious about Catholic education, or just looking to make a change for their kiddos? Invite them to join us for some friendly fun and a glimpse into what makes our school a special place for families at one of these upcoming events! Bring a friend and let them see firsthand what our school community is all about—faith, friendship and fun in a no-pressure setting.
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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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Calling All Little Cubs
December 10 | 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!
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Holiday Shopping Made Easy with Gift Cards
Orders due December 6th, No Exceptions/Extensions
Give the gift of giving back! With the Raise Right Gift Card Program, you can purchase gift cards for yourself or as holiday gifts, and retailers will return a small percentage to our Queen of the Rosary School. It’s a win-win—no extra cost to you, and our school benefits! Orders are due December 6th, no exceptions, with gift cards ready for pickup at the parish office by December 20th. Just bring your order to the school or parish office in an envelope marked "Gift Card Order c/o Luca C in 3H," and remember, payment is cash or check payable to QR School only. Sponsored by our Parents Club.
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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.
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Kairos 20
Registration Deadline November 30, 2024
Are you searching for meaning, craving real answers or just need someone to listen? Join us for Kairos 20 over MLK weekend (January 17-20, 2025)—an unforgettable retreat where high school juniors and seniors come together to reflect, connect and recharge in faith! Step away from your routine, meet awesome people, discover God and see how asking big questions can change the way you see life. Plus, thanks to a special grant, the retreat is fully covered for the first 10 teens who sign up! Don’t miss your chance—reserve your spot today and get ready for a weekend that could change everything! Follow this link to download the flyer.
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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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