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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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Third Sunday in Ordinary Time | |
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First Reading – God spared the people of Nineveh because they heeded the message God sent through Jonah. (Jonah 3:1-5,10)
Psalm – "Teach me your ways, O Lord." (Psalm 25)
Second Reading – Paul warns the Corinthians that they must act differently because the world in its present form is passing away. (1 Corinthians 7:29-31)
Gospel – Jesus calls the fishermen, Simon and Andrew, James and John, to be his disciples. (Mark 1:14-20)
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All are invited for faith, fellowship and fun... | |
Catholic Schools Week Begins 01/28/24!
As our countdown to Catholic Schools Week 2024 continues, we invite you to glimpse firsthand the dynamic and nurturing environment we foster at our Queen of the Rosary School . Students thrive spiritually, personally and academically. Come be inspired by the possibilities!
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Early Childhood Open House. Last chance to register for tomorrow's Early Childhood Open House: Thursday, January 18 from 9am to 10:30am! Learn about programs for 3- and 4-year old PreSchool and Kindergarten. Discover more!
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Catholic Schools Week Open House. Sunday, January 28 from Noon to 1:30pm, following the 10:30am Mass at Queen of the Rosary Church. Tour QR School, meet teachers, students and parents and enroll for the 2024-25 school year! Discover more!
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To register for the Early Childhood Open House or to learn more about the advantages of faith-based, academically-superior education at our Queen of the Rosary School please call the School Office at (847) 437-3322 or e-mail our principal, Ms. Kathleen McGinn. | |
Be Transformed: The Healing Power of the Sacraments
How can we transform our lives in a way that allows us to share in the resurrection of Jesus? As we journey through Lent, we'll attempt to answer this and more as we gather in small groups to discuss the book, Be Transformed: The Healing Power of the Sacraments by Bob Schuchts. Follow this link to purchase your copy, and use code READBOOKS24 to receive 25% off of your purchase.
If you would like to facilitate a small group, please contact the parish office. Facilitators may choose the location, day and time of meetings. Also, the parish will purchase your copy of the book, provide a study guide and training to insure a rewarding experience for all!
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Burning of the Palms
As we get ready for Lent, we burn blessed palms from last year's Palm Sunday Masses. Please bring your palms to either Queen of the Rosary Church or St. Julian Eymard Church before Tuesday, February 13, 2024.
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Jesus: The Way, The Truth and The Life
Join the Thursday Evening Adult Education Group for a powerful study on the life of Jesus Christ. This study begins tomorrow, January 18th and continues until March 21st at 7pm in the Ministry Center at St. Julian Eymard Church or over Zoom. There is a cost of $30 for this study which includes a workbook, companion book, Jesus timeline chart and one-year online access. Please contact the parish office via e-mail or telephone at (847) 979-0901 to join this study.
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Protection for Unborn Children
May every human life be protected in law and welcomed in love. Help us continue efforts to support the most vulnerable among us. Please join us in praying the 9 Days for Life Novena surrounding the Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children on Monday, January 22nd. Novena intentions will be included in the Prayer of the Faithful at daily Masses, and you may join the Respect Life and Rosary Ministries to pray the Novena on these dates:
Tuesday, January 16 | 7pm | SJE
Wednesday, January 17 | 3pm | SJE
Tuesday, January 23 | 7pm | SJE
Wednesday, January 24 | 3pm | SJE
Participate in the Archdiocesan Overnight Vigil for Life starting tomorrow January 18-19 at the UIC Neuman Center Chapel. If you are not able to participate live, download the flyer for a link to participate virtually.
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Youth Ministry Pasta Dinner Fundraiser
Just in time to ward off the Winter chill, our Youth Ministry is serving up a hearty pasta dinner on Saturday, February 3rd in Shea Hall at 6pm, following the 5pm Mass. Meals include spaghetti with marinara or meat sauce, salad, bread and drink. Your free-will offering will help offset the cost of our teen's Summer Mission Trip to Catholic Heart Work Camp.
Teens heading to Catholic Heart Work Camp must participate, but all teens are welcome to help. Parents, adult cookers are needed to help with sauce and pasta prep ahead of the Supper. Follow this link to sign up!
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Fat Tuesday Bunco with the Women's Club
Come roll the dice with our OLBS Women's Club on Tuesday, February 13th from 6:30-9pm in Shea Hall. An evening of camaraderie and outrageous fun is planned as the ladies put a Mardi Gras spin on the classic dice game of Bunco. Snacks and prizes will be provided and a $5 cover charge is requested. No experience is needed and all are invited to let the good times roll as we get ready to enter the solemn season of Lent!
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Ash Wednesday is February 14th
Ash Wednesday is Wednesday, February 14th. Please see our schedule of liturgies below. There will be distribution of Ashes at all liturgies:
- 6:30am Word Service | QR
- 8:15am Daily Mass | SJE
- 11am - 1pm Drive-up Service | Tasty Catering
- 12:15pm Word Service | SJE
- 4:00pm Mass | SJE
- 7:00pm Mass | QR
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If you are able to help distribute ashes at the drive-up service in front of Tasty Catering, please follow this link to sign up. Thank you! | |
Stations & Supper
Lent is a season of prayer, fasting and almsgiving. Coming together to pray the Stations of the Cross not only unites us as a community, it reminds us that Jesus is with us when life is difficult. Ministries will again be invited to host Stations & Supper on the Friday evenings of Lent:
February 16 | SJE | Stations at 6pm, supper follows
February 23 | SJE | Stations at 6, supper follows
March 1 | SJE | Stations at 6pm, supper follows
March 8 | QR | Stations at 6pm, supper follows
March 15 | QR | Stations at 6pm, two seatings for the Parents Club Spaghetti Dinner at 5pm and 6:30pm
March 22 | QR | Stations at 6pm, supper follows
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February Winter Supper
Thank you to everyone who continues to support our outreach to those in need by donating to the Parish Poor Box or by helping to serve the Catholic Charities Dinner or Summer/Winter Supper each month. In the spirit of brotherly love, as we look toward February, let's keep it going! You know how it works, click on the button below if you are able to shop, cook, prep or serve for the Supper on Sunday, Feburary 18th!
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Join Us for One or More of These Upcoming Events! | |
Eucharistic Adoration continues until approximately 8pm at St. Julian Eymard Church. | |
Children's Liturgy of the Word is at the 9:15am Mass at St. Julian Eymard Church. | |
Youth Ministry visits Alexian Village at 6:30pm to lead games and activities for residents. | | |
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Gospel in Focus
January 21, 2024 Simon, Andrew, James and John abandon their nets to follow Jesus. “They abandoned their nets and followed him.” —Mark 1:18
Discussion Questions
Has God ever asked you to do something hard? What happened?
What keeps us from “dropping our nets” to follow Jesus?
Share a time when the Lord has provided for you.
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QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL REPORT | |
Make sure you have these upcoming events on your calendar:
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Early Childhood Open House. Tomorrow, Thursday, January 18 from 9am to 10:30am to learn about programs for 3- and 4-year old PreSchool and Kindergarten.
- Family Night at the Chicago Wolves 1/27/24
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Catholic Schools Week Open House. Sunday, January 28 from Noon to 1:30pm, following the 10:30am Mass at Queen of the Rosary Church. Tour QR School, meet teachers, students and parents and enroll for the 2-24-25 school year!
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Catholic Schools Week. January 28 to February 3, 2024. Celebrate faith-based education with us!
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Ash Wednesday. Lent begins on February 14th.
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Living Stations Rehearsals. Sundays at 3pm beginning February 18.
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See all Parent Club events on the Parents Club Corner page of the QR School Website
Not part of our Queen of the Rosary School? Discover the Queen of the Rosary School advantage!
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ROUND UP
Mark your calendar for these dates coming up:
- 1/27/24 Family Night at Chicago Wolves
- 2/4/24 Parent Sacramental Prep
- 2/14/24 Ash Wednesday
- 2/17/24 First Reconciliation
- 2/18/24 Living Stations Rehearsals
- 2/21/24 First Reconciliation
- 2/27/24 Confirmation Candidate/Parent Meeting
- 3/10/24 Confirmation Retreat
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YOUTH MINISTRY CORNER
Calling all OLBS Teens, Mr. Van has lots coming up for you to get involved in. All are invited, and bring a friend or two with you...this is your Youth Ministry!
Saturday, February 3rd is the Pasta Dinner Fundraiser for Catholic Heart Work Camp. Set up is from 3-5pm, then please plan to attend the 5pm Mass at St. Julian Eymard Church as a team before serving the spaghetti dinner in Shea Hall at 6:00pm. Sign up here!
Youth Ministry will again present the Living Stations of the Cross for the parish on Good Friday. Rehearsals will be on Sundays at 3pm and begin the first Sunday of Lent, February 18th, at St. Julian Eymard Church.
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SAVE THESE UPCOMING DATES:
Teen Center Hours | Tue - Fri, 2-5pm
Kairos Retreat | Jan 12-15
Alexian Village | Jan 22 | 6:30pm
Chicago Wolves Family Night | Jan 27
Pasta Dinner | Feb 3 | 6:00pm
Alexian Village | Feb 5 | 6:30pm
Ash Wednesday | Feb 14 | See schedule
Living Stations Rehearsal | Feb 18 | 3pm
Alexian Village | Feb 19 | 6:30pm
Living Stations of the Cross | Mar 29 | 7pm
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Hey, teens, Mr. Van is looking for your honest feedback via this short survey. Complete the survey by December 21st and include your e-mail address to be entered into a drawing to win a $25 Amazon Gift Card. This is your chance to help shape what Youth Ministry at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament looks like! Take the Survey! | | |
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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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