Bible Study

Tuesday Morning Scripture Discussion

Currently exploring Matthew 26–28: Jesus' Life-Giving Death, this study takes a close look at the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ in Matthew’s Gospel. They meet on the 2nd/4th Tuesday at 9:30am in Shea Hall at St. Julian Eymard Church. Pick up a copy of the book in the parish office and mark your calendar to join in on the following dates:

• October 14 (Chapter 3)
• October 28 (Chapter 4)
• November 11 (Chapter 5)
• November 25 (Chapter 6)

Bible Timeline

Adult Education will be meeting in Shea Hall at St. Julian Eymard Church on Wednesdays at 7pm beginning tonight, September 24 and continuing through May. The Bible Timeline study will take you on a guided journey through salvation history and help you learn how to read and understand the entire Bible. The study is free, but a workbook is recommended to get the most out of each session. Workbooks will be released in mid-October, with cost and purchase details provided to participants.

Family Fall Fest

September 28 | 3:00pm

Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 28 at 3:00pm in the parking lot between Queen of the Rosary Church and School. It’s time for food, fun, and fall fellowship! Enjoy lunch, a kid-friendly craft, and loads of activities: hoops contests, bingo, and even a dunk tank, and the main attraction—the Bears vs. Raiders game on a 30-foot LED screen! With school and parish ministries all pitching in, this is a true community celebration you won’t want to miss!

Don't forget to purchase your tickets by Thursday, September 25 to take advantage of early bird pricing.

Cougar Classic Golf Outing

September 30 | Oak Meadows Golf Club

Thank you for driving Catholic education forward! A huge fore to all our generous sponsors and fearless golfers who are teeing up to support Queen of the Rosary School. Your spirit makes a winning difference!

Not a golfer but still want in on the fun? Join us for the banquet! A few dinner spots remain, so grab your seat at the table for great food, fellowship, and fantastic prizes. Contact us today to reserve your spot before they’re gone!

Oktoberfest Fun on Parade

OLBS joined forces with our QR School for this year’s festive Oktoberfest Parade, sharing smiles, spirit, and plenty of cheers along the route! Couldn’t wave to Fr. Art or Fr. Paul on Saturday? Check out our video to catch all the fun and see our priests in action!

09 • 24 • 25

09 • 28 • 25

09 • 28 • 25

Rosary for Life Holy Hour

October 1 | 7pm, SJE

In place of our traditional 40-Hours Devotion, the Respect Life & Rosary Ministry will host a Rosary for Life Holy Hour every Wednesday in October at 7pm during Adoration. Join us for the first gathering on October 1st, as we lift in prayer all who struggle with infertility and women who have lost a child. Each week we will lift a different aspect of life in prayer:

• October 8, 7pm, SJE: Mental Health
• October 15, 7pm, SJE: Abortion
• October 22, 7pm, SJE: Aging and Assisted Suicide
• October 29, 7pm, SJE: Adoption

Movie Night

October 3 | 7pm, SJE

Join Respect Life, Rosary, and the Men’s Group on Friday, October 3rd at 7pm in Shea Hall for a special showing of Angel Studios’ Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot. Come be inspired and enjoy an evening of faith, fellowship, and film! Follow this link to watch the official trailer.

Blessing of Pets

October 4 | 10am, QR

On the Feast of St. Francis, we will have our annual Blessing of Pets in front of Queen of the Rosary Church at 10am on Saturday, October 4. Please remember, house pets only and all pets must be leashed or in carriers.

Respect Life Sunday

October 4/5 | All Sunday Masses

While our Respect Life and Month of the Holy Rosary activities began in mid-September, Sunday, October 5 is Respect Life Sunday. To mark this special day, our Respect Life ministers will share the USCCB reflection Life: Our Sign of Hope and lead the Prayer for Hope at all Sunday Masses. Join us in praying for a culture that supports life from conception until natural death.

Please check this space and our weekly bulletin for updates on all of the Respect Life and Month of the Holy Rosary activities planned throughout October.

Ignite the Flame of Faith!

OCIA First Session | October 5, 11:30am, QR

Save these dates as we get set to beginthis year’s OCIA journey:

First Session

Sunday, Oct 5 | QR at 11:30am in the vestibule

The ScrutiniesMarch 8, 15, 22 | 10:30am | QR

Easter Vigil (celebrate Sacraments)

Saturday, April 4 | QR

Fathom Events Presents Broken Mary: The Kevin Matthews Story

In theatres, October 7 Only

It’s Chicago in the 1980s and ‘90s, and Kevin Matthews has it all as one of the nation’s most recognized on-air radio personalities. He’s partying with celebrities, rubbing shoulders with famous athletes, and the world is at his fingertips. Then everything changes—he’s diagnosed with a debilitating illness and the spotlight gradually slips away. At the height of his anguish, he stumbles upon a broken statue of the Virgin Mary, and his life takes an unexpected turn. In this moment of spiritual awakening, Kevin finds his true purpose and calling, discovering what matters most. Calling himself “Mary’s Roadie,” he offers his fans something deeper: inspiration and hope.

Fr. Dan's Installation Mass at Divine Mercy

October 18 | 5pm, Sacred Heart Church

Fr. Dan's Installation Mass at Divine Mercy Parish will be celebrated on Saturday, October 18 at 5pm at Sacred Heart Church (1077 Tower Road, Winnetka). Let’s keep our former pastor—along with Fr. Art, Fr. Paul, Fr. Louis and Dcn Jerry—in our prayers! If you plan to attend the Installation Mass, please note the parking lot is small, so carpooling is encouraged.

Women's Club Bake Sale

October 25/26 | All Masses

Got a sweet tooth? The Women’s Club Bake Sale is coming—stock up on delicious homemade treats and support a great cause while you’re at it!

Want to help? Volunteers (and their goodies!) make it possible—sign up to bring your favorite baked treat and join the fun! 

Alpha Is Coming to OLBS!

Pilot Continues | Tuesdays through December 2

We’re all called to share the Good News—and YOU can help make our Alpha launch a success! Here are 3 super simple ways to get involved:

• Pray for the success of our pilot and a culture of evangelization.
• Help us stock the kitchen. Prefer to donate money? Drop off cash or checks in envelopes marked Alpha or follow this link to donate online.
• Volunteer as a Greeter or Server to help us create an atmosphere of radical hospitality.

Grand Raffle Is Off to the Races!

First Early Bird Drawing Tuesday, Aug 26 | 8:15am, QR

Don’t miss your shot at the $10,000 grand prize and a whole lotta fun! Our Queen of the Rosary School Grand Raffle is back and better than ever! Get your tickets at:

• QR School Office (690 Elk Grove Blvd, Summer Hours: Mon–Thu, 9am–12pm)
• OLBS Parish Office (601 Biesterfield Road, Mon–Thu, 10am–4pm)
• From a school family.

PLUS! Get your tickets early to be in the running for our next Early Bird drawing at School Mass on Tuesday, September 23! Early Bird Winners are still eligible for the Grand Prize Drawing at Pictures with Santa and The Grinch on December 7, 2025.

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.

Annual Catholic Appeal: Together We Bring Hope

Thank you for your support!

This year’s theme for the Annual Catholic Appeal is Together we bring hope. It echoes the theme of the Holy Year Pilgrims of Hope. It also resonates with our efforts of renewal in the Archdiocese of Chicago. Contributions to the Appeal are an effective way to bring hope into our world, especially to those in need.

A portion of donations above our parish goal is returned to us and used for special parish projects. Thanks to past generosity, we've upgraded sound systems, security cameras and installed narthex screens. We'll soon begin restroom upgrades at both churches with proceeds from last year’s campaign!

This year’s rebate helps upgrade our playground, used year-round by both parish and school—let’s make it happen together!

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!

Don't Get Phished!

Help us protect our parish community

Please be cautious with e-mail messages—don’t click on suspicious links, don’t send gift cards, and always hover over the sender’s name to be sure the e-mail address is legitimate. Together, we can protect our parish community from scams.

QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL REPORT

FAITH FORMATION ROUND UP

Our Religious Ed year joyfully kicked off this week, and we’re excited for a year of growing in faith together!

Online registration is now closed, but if you’d like to inquire or are still looking to register your child, please contact us today and we’ll be happy to help.

Save these dates:

September 28 Grades 1-4, Welcome Back!

September 28 Family Fall Fest

October 4 Blessing of Pets

If you have any questions or need assistance, our Lifelong Faith Formation Coordinator, Christine Nagle, is here to help.

YOUTH MINISTRY CORNER

Hey Teens! Looking for a place to belong, grow in faith, and have fun with friends? Join our Youth Ministry—where faith meets friendship and you can make a difference! Check out our upcoming events below!

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