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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 – Paul and Barnabas proclaim the good news in many places. (Acts of the Apostles 14:21-27)
Psalm – "I will praise your name forever, my king and my God." (Psalm 145)
Second Reading –John describes his vision of a new heaven and a new earth. (Revelation 21:1-5a)
Gospel – Jesus gives his disciples a new commandment: love one another. (John 13:31-33a, 34-35)
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Pope Leo XIV
VATICAN CITY -- Pope Leo XIV's devotion to St. Augustine, his life and ministry as a member of the Augustinian order and his focus on the unity of the church are reflected in his episcopal motto and coat of arms. Follow this link to read the complete article.
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Summer Screen Time
June, July, August | Locations TBD
Lights, Camera, Fellowship! As Summer nears, the Men's Group invites us to gather for Summer Movie Nights. Whether it's a heartwarming classic or a faith-based favorite, we want you to help choose our lineup for the parish's Summer Movie Nights! Once the votes are tallied, the Men's Group will release the lineup and share dates, times and locations along with an invitation to help. Think projector prodigy, concessions captain, ushers extraordinaire and of course the real stars of any show: set up and clean up crew!
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Queen of the Rosary School 8th Grade Service Project
May 17/18
Our graduating 8th grade class (led by the Service Project Committee) wants to leave a lasting legacy for Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish and Queen of the Rosary School. Our idea is to build a walking Rosary Path—utilizing stepping stones to form the rosary beads. Parishioners, students and teachers can enjoy this space for years to come.
We are planning a good old fashioned bake sale for THIS WEEKEND, May 17th and 18th. Proceeds from the sale will help purchase supplies for the project and we need lots of goodies to sell at Masses this weekend!
Look for our tables in the vestibule and please support our cause!
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Ministers for Corpus Christi
June 21/22
We’d love to offer the Precious Blood at all Masses for the Feast of Corpus Christi. But we need you to help make it happen! If you’re a trained Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion who knows how to distribute the Precious Blood and consume what remains, please consider signing up to serve at a Mass.
Follow this link to signup to distribute the Precious Blood.
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Save the Date to Celebrate Fr. Dan!
June 29 | Noon | QR
Join us on Sunday, June 29th after the 10:30am Mass at Queen of the Rosary Church to show our appreciation for Fr. Dan with a joyful Picnic & Potluck Celebration. Plus, you won't want to miss our first ever Mac & Cheese Cookoff, judged by Fr. Dan! Whether you bring a dish to share, enter your cheesy masterpiece or just come to share in the fun, your presence is the best gift of all.
Let’s send Fr. Dan off with full hearts, full plates and lots of laughter! Follow the links below to sign up to help or to compete in the Cookoff:
| | | Adoration continues at St. Julian Eymard Church until 8pm when Reconciliation concludes. | | Youth Ministry Meeting at 6pm in the Teen Center. | | Women's Club Annual Planning Meeting at 6:30pm in Shea Hall, bring a friend and all your ideas! | | Celebrate the Month of Mary | |
Graduation
May 25 | 10:30am | QR
Our Queen of the Rosary School Class of 2025 will be celebrating Graduation at the 10:30am Mass on Sunday, May 25th at Queen of the Rosary Church. Everyone is invited to be part of this momentous occasion!
Come help us send off our amazing 8th graders with love, prayer and parish-wide support as they prepare to take the next big step in their journey.
Please note: we’re blessed with a fairly large graduating class, and there will be reserved seating in church for students, their families and school faculty.
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Sixth Sunday of Easter Solemn Vespers
May 24 | 5:15pm | Monastery of the Holy Cross
Traditional Monastic Chant with Polyphonic Masterworks conducted by Kevin Allen.
Monastery of the Holy Cross
3111 South Aberdeen Street
Chicago, IL 60608
To discover more, visit ChicagoMonk.org or download the flyer.
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Parish Leadership and Evangelization
Deepen Your Faith Anytime, Anywhere.
Explore the richness of Catholic teaching through the School of Parish Leadership and Evangelization’s engaging online short courses. Perfect for individuals or groups seeking spiritual growth, deeper understanding, or professional enrichment. Study at your own pace, guided by expert instructors.
Follow this link to discover more!
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Ignation Volunteer Corps (IVC) Chicago
Semi-Retired? Retired? IVC May Be For You!
The Ignatian Volunteer Corps pairs men and women 50 years and older with non-profit agencies seeking to build service capacity. IVC service corps members commit to:
- serving 15-16 hours a week at a partner agency from September to June;
- growing deeper in their faith by reflecting and praying in the Ignatian tradition; and
- meeting monthly with other IVC service corps members and a spiritual reflector.
IVC service corps members serve as tutors, employment counselors, food pantry volunteers, companions to the elderly, and more! Follow this link to discover more.
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Celebrate Dad and Support Life!
Now thru June 15 | QR & SJE Vestibule
Pick up a beautiful Father’s Day card from the church vestibule and give a gift that goes beyond ties and toys! Your free-will donation supports Project Love, helping women facing at-risk pregnancies choose life and receive the care they need. Let’s honor all dads and their families with love and action!
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Summer Supper
June 5 | 6:30-7:30pm | SJE Shea Hall
It was a bit chilly, but hearts (and bellies!) were warm at our May Supper! We’re keeping the goodness going all Summer. Join us for our next Summer Supper on Thursday, June 5th from 6:30–7:30pm in Shea Hall at St. Julian Eymard Church.
If you or someone you know could use a hearty meal, you're welcome at our table. No questions asked, just good food and kind company.
Want to lend a hand? We’d love your help shopping, cooking, prepping, or serving. Follow the link to sign up and be part of something special!
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Pentecost
June 8 | All Masses
Join us for Mass to celebrate the birthday of the Church and the joyous moment the Holy Spirit showed up and set the disciples' hearts ablaze!
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Deacon Inquiry Evening Meetings
Have you ever considered the call to be a Deacon of the Catholic Church? Know someone who has considered the call? Join (or tell someone about) the final of four Inquiry Evenings: June 11 7 p.m. via Zoom
The sessions will provide an overview of the Deacon Formation Program, the application process and information on the ministry of a deacon. Men, single or married, are invited to attend. Wives are strongly encouraged to accompany their husbands to the meetings. For more information and to register for one of the sessions, contact the Office of the Diaconate at (708) 366-8900.
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Corpus Christi: Walk With Jesus
June 22 | All Masses (Procession begins after 10:30am)
Save the date and pray for nice weather! We've seen it all over the years—blazing heat, chilly wind and rain—but rain or shine, the Lord leads the way! Following the 10:30am Mass, we’ll line up for our annual Corpus Christi Procession. This tradition of faith, prayer and song brings Jesus into our hearts, and streets!
We’ll process to St. Julian Eymard Church where we’ll celebrate Benediction and Reposition, then enjoy light fellowship in Shea Hall.
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Fore the Kids
Monday, June 23 | 11am - 6pm
Fore the Kids is the annual golf outing benefitting the Archdiocese of Chicago's Catholic schools!
Proceeds from Fore the Kids benefit emergency tuition assistance and Catholic school academic excellence. We are also thrilled to host our fourth annual Cardinal's Cup tournament.
Sponsorship opportunities are available. Please click here to register or learn more.
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Chicago Highlands Golf Club
2 Bluebird Trail, Westchester, IL 60154
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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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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!
| | Thank you for your generous support of the Annual Catholic Appeal—your past and present gifts make a lasting impact on our parish and the wider Church! | |
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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Gospel in Focus
May 18, 2025 Jesus gives the disciples a new commandment, to love one another. “This is how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” —John 13:35
Discussion Questions
When it is hard to love someone, how can we look to Jesus to guide us? Instead of getting frustrated or upset with them, what is the bestway to show them love, kindness, or compassion?
What is one way I will show love to someone else this week? Pick a specific person and decide what you will do.
What is one way that you feel particularly loved in your family?
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Faith, Fun and the Final Stretch! It's hard to believe that next week is the final week of school, but here we are. Our 8th Grade class, 23 in all, will celebrate graduation at the 10:30am Mass on Sunday, May 25th. All are invited to celebrate them. But even after school is out, this industrious 8th Grade class has one final project to complete, their Walking Rosary Path!
Please note, pews will be reserved for students, families, teachers and staff at the 10:30am Mass on 5/25.
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ROUND UP
Totus Tuus Registration is Now Open! Get ready for faith, fun and friendship at this weeklong summer camp! Students entering 1st–6th grade are invited to join us for the day program, while teens (7th–12th) are invited to the evening sessions full of games, talks and prayer. Bonus: Teen volunteers at the day camp get free registration for the evening program! Don’t miss this awesome week of growing in love for Jesus through Mary. Totally Yours...Register Now!
Save these dates:
June 15-20 Totus Tuus
If you have any questions or need assistance, our Catechetical Leader, Mrs. Uhlarik, is here to help.
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YOUTH MINISTRY CORNER
It's hard to believe, but the next big event on our Youth Ministry calendar is Catholic Heart Work Camp!
Spots for CHWC are filling fast—turn in your $100 deposit ASAP to secure your spot! Pay online or drop cash or check off to Mr. Van!
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LOOKING AHEAD:
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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