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)

Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

First Reading – It is possible to turn from sin and preserve one’s life. (Ezekiel 18:25-28)

Psalm – "Remember your mercies, O Lord." (Psalm 25)

Second Reading – Be like Christ who humbled himself and was exalted by God. (Philippians 2:1-11)

Gospel – Jesus poses a question to the chief priests and elders on the meaning of obedience. (Matthew 21:28-32)

Sunday Bulletin

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All are invited for faith, fellowship and fun...

What's New?

Curious About Becoming Catholic?

Sept 27 | 10:30am QR

OCIA sessions begin soon. Register online or contact the parish office to learn more. We'd love to walk this journey with you. Classes will continue through the Easter Vigil Mass on March 27, 2027.

Fall Senior Lunch...and Learn!

September 30 | 11:30am, SJE

Good food, good company, and great information! Join us Wednesday, September 30 from 11:30am–1:00pm for fellowship, lunch at Noon, and helpful tips on health and nutrition for seniors.

This FREE event is open to men and women ages 62+. Bring a friend—we’d love to have you join us!

Welcome, Fr. Mike!

October 1

We’re delighted to officially welcome Fr. Mike Owen to OLBS on October 1! Please join us in giving him a warm OLBS welcome as we begin this next chapter together.

Fr. Mike, at OLBS, you belong!

Welcome to Massport at OLBS!

Kids, grab your MASSport! ✈️

MASSport has arrived at OLBS! Kids can collect stamps as they Worship. Learn. Pray. Serve. Belong. From coming to Mass and learning a new prayer to serving others, joining parish events, and trying something new, it’s a fun way to explore our Catholic faith and discover something important along the way: OLBS is your parish, too!

Grab your MASSport, bring it along, and see where the journey takes you — one step closer to Christ!

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Don’t blink! This year is speeding by faster than kids racing to the last day of school, so be sure to read all the way to the end!

This Week at a Glance...

9 • 23 • 26

Adoration continues until approximately 8pm in St. Julian Eymard Church.

9 • 24 • 26

Last chance to drop in on this season of Alpha.

9 • 27 • 26

Children's Liturgy of the Word is at 10:30am at Queen of the Rosary Church.

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September is Dedicated to the Seven Sorrows of Mary

Pro-Life Activities

Take Action to Protect Women and Babies

Protect Life!

We proclaim that human life is a precious gift from God; that each person who receives this gift has responsibilities toward God, self and others; and that society, through its laws and social institutions, must protect and nurture human life at every stage of its existence. Follow this link to stand with Respect Life Ministers on Saturday, October 3rd. Ministers will gather in front of Walgreens Town Center from 9-11am. Join for the entire time, or only part. Your presence matters.

October is Month of the Holy Rosary and Respect Life

Bella Movie Night

October 2 | 7pm, SJE

Join Respect Life Ministers to kick off Respect Life month by watching the faith-based film Bella in Shea Hall. Popcorn and water will be available and all are invited!

Blessing of Pets

October 3 | 10:30am, QR

Our pets are a blessing to us. Join us in to bless our pets in honor of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. The Blessing of Pets will take place on the steps at Queen of the Rosary Church. House pets only, and all pets must be leashed or in carriers.

Ministry of Care Training

October 3 | 8:30am -4:30pm, AdventHealth LaGrange

Ministry of Care Training will be offered from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, October 3, 2026 at AdventHealth LaGrange Hospital, 5101 Willow Springs Road, LaGrange, IL 60525. Lunch will be provided during the free training.

Participants must be 18 years of age or older and have the support of their pastor and the Minister of Care Parish Coordinator. Topics will include the spirituality, theology and the rites of the Pastoral Care of the Sick.

Contact Deacon Tom Carlson to enroll: tcarlson@archchicago.org or (630) 746-8384

Mary, Mother of Life

October 4 | All Masses

This Respect Life Sunday, we begin Respect Life Month by looking to Mary, whose faithful “yes” reminds us to welcome, cherish, and care for every human life. From accompanying an expectant mother to receiving care in her later years, Mary shows us what it means to honor the dignity of every person from conception to natural death.

Throughout October, join us in prayer and action as we work together to build a culture of life—one that welcomes, accompanies, protects, and loves every person at every stage of life.

Secular Franciscan Info Night

October 7 | 7pm, SJE

What if St. Francis' way wasn't just for St. Francis? Join Fr. Ed Shea, OFM and Secular Franciscans from OLBS to discover more about a simpler way of life. Don't say yes, don't say no, just come and see!

Pilgrim Fatima Visits

October 10-17

October is the Month of the Holy Rosary! Join us in prayer as the Pilgrim Our Lady of Fatima visits OLBS. Come spend time with Mary, pray the Rosary with our parish family, and draw closer to her Son, Jesus, during this special month of devotion. Schedule is as follows:

Sat, Oct 10 | Noon Welcome Prayer Service (SJE)

Sun, Oct 11 - Fri, Oct 16 | 7pm nightly Rosary (SJE)

Sat, Oct 17 | 12:30pm Farewell Prayer Service (SJE)

Family Fall Fest

October 11 | 3pm QR

Save the date for Fall Fest! Join us Sunday, October 11 beginning at 3pm in the QR parking lot for food, family fun and Bears vs. Packers on the big screen. Bring the whole family and come enjoy a great afternoon with your OLBS community!

Wine 'n Paint

October 23 | 6:30pm SJE

Sip, paint & have some fun! Join the OLBS Women’s Club for Wine ’n Paint Night on Friday, October 23 at 6:30pm at SJE. Enjoy wine, snacks and a fun evening creating your own fall/winter charcuterie board. $15 per person—register by October 9!

Rake 'n Run

October 24 | Noon-3pm, starting at SJE

Rake, run & lend a hand! Teens in 6th Grade and older are invited to our Youth Ministry Rake ’n Run on Saturday, October 24 from Noon–3pm, starting at SJE. We’ll help local seniors tackle their fall leaves while having some fun along the way! Bring gloves, rakes and plenty of water. Adult chaperones with leaf blowers are needed, too!

Bake Sale

October 24-25 | All Sunday Masses, QR/SJE

Something sweet is coming! Stop by the Women’s Club Bake Sale and pick up some delicious homemade treats after Mass—Saturday, October 24 at 5pm at SJE and Sunday, October 25 at 8am QR, 9:15am SJE and 10:30am QR. Free-will offerings are gratefully accepted!

Deacon Inquiry Nights

September to April | Virtual or In Person

“Whom shall I send? Who will go for us? ‘Here I am, send me!’” — Isaiah 6:8

Have you ever considered the call to be a Deacon of the Catholic Church? Join us for a Deacon Inquiry Session. We will meet as noted below at 7:00 PM.

Monday, November 9, 2026 Virtual Meeting (via Teams)
Monday, February 22, 2027 Virtual Meeting (via Teams)
Monday, April 12, 2027 Diaconate Office, 816 Marengo, Forest Park, IL

The sessions will provide men and their wives with an overview of the Ministry of a Deacon, the Deacon Formation Program and the application process. Men, single or married, ages 32-62, are invited to attend. Wives are strongly encouraged to accompany their husbands. For more information and to RSVP for a session contact the Office of the Diaconate at (708) 366-8900 ext. 102.

Around the Parish

Welcome to Alpha!

Running through November

Alpha is underway! Please keep our guests and the Alpha Team in your prayers as they journey together through questions, conversation and faith.

And stay curious—another Alpha is coming! There’s a seat for you at the table.

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.

Discover Your Gifts!

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.

Download the complete 52-Week Mass Discussion Guide for Families.

Gospel in Focus

September 27, 2026 Jesus teaches the chief priests that those who do the will of the Father will enter the Kingdom. “When John came to you in the way of

righteousness, you did not believe him; but tax

collectors and prostitutes did...” —Matthew 21:32

Discussion Questions

How do you think the chief priests reacted when

Jesus told them the story? How did tax collectors and prostitutes do the will of the Father that the priests did not?

How does Jesus’ story change our hearts towards our enemies?

What did God ask of you this week? How did you respond?

Ministry Updates

DISCOVER OUR QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL!

Queen of the Rosary School is hitting its stride and finding its rhythm. Come discover a place where faith and learning feel like home!

We’d love to meet your family! 🐾 Paws Up, Cougars! 🐾

Mark your calendars for:

Oct 3 | Blessing of the Pets

Oct 11 | Fall Fest

Oct 24 | Rake 'n Run

Nov 8 | Pancake Breakfast

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FAITH FORMATION ROUND UP

And we're off! Religious Education resumed last evening with 5th - 8th Grades, and K-4th Grade meets this Saturday. Thank you for making RE such an important part of your family life.

Save these dates:

Sep 26 | Classes Resume K-4

Oct 3 | Blessing of the Pets

Oct 11 | Fall Fest

Oct 24 | Rake 'n Run

Nov 8 | Pancake Breakfast

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