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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's Servant will stand firm, even when persecuted. (Isaiah 50:4-7)
Psalm – "My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?" (Psalm 22)
Second Reading – Christ was obedient even to death, but God has exalted him. (Philippians 2:6-11)
Gospel – From the cross, Jesus speaks words of forgiveness and promises that the good thief will be with him in paradise. (Luke 22:14—23:56)
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Holy Wednesday
April 16
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8:15am Daily Mass at St. Julian Eymard Church
- Eucharistic Adoration begins with Daily Mass and continues until Reconciliation ends at approximately 8pm
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7:00pm Reconciliation at St. Julian Eymard Church
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Holy Thursday
April 17
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8:15am Morning Prayer at Queen of the Rosary Church
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7:00pm Mass of the Lord's Supper at St. Julian Eymard Church
- The Altar of Repose will be available for prayer and adoration in Shea Hall at St. Julian Eymard until midnight
Change to 7 Churches Visitation Route
Please note that Holy Name Cathedral will not be open for Adoration on Holy Thursday this year. But not to worry—our amazing organizer has secured a beautiful alternative! We will now visit St. Mary of the Angels in Bucktown instead. The route changes slightly, but the timeframe and sacred nature of the pilgrimage remain the same. Thank you for your flexibility!
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Good Friday
April 18
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8:15am Morning Prayer at St. Julian Eymard Church
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2:00pm Divine Mercy Rosary, Novena and Chaplet at Queen of the Rosary Church
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3:00pm Good Friday of the Lord's Passion Service at Queen of the Rosary Church
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7:00pm Youth Ministry presents Living Stations of the Cross at St. Julian Eymard Church
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Holy Saturday
April 19
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8:15am Morning Prayer at Queen of the Rosary Church
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9:30am Divine Mercy Rosary, Novena and Chaplet at St. Julian Eymard Church
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10:30am Blessing of Easter Food at St. Julian Eymard Church (please keep your baskets with you and do NOT place baskets on the sanctuary)
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Noon Reconciliation at Queen of the Rosary Church
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8:00pm Holy Saturday at the Easter Vigil at Queen of the Rosary Church
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Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord, He Is Risen!
April 20
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8:00am Mass at Queen of the Rosary Church
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9:15am Mass at St. Julian Eymard Church
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10:30am Mass at Queen of the Rosary Church
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Parish Office Closed
Good Friday, April 18 | Easter Monday, April 21
Please note, the parish office will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday. Morning Mass will be celebrated at 8:15am at St. Julian Eymard Church on Monday, April 21 as usual.
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Lenten Almsgiving
Ongoing Through Easter
Give Hope This Lent! 🌿💚 Join our Lenten Almsgiving and support Mental Health Awareness—because healing and hope go hand in hand! Follow this link to donate online or look for the Lime Green envelopes in the vestibule. Every gift makes a difference!
| | | Adoration continues at St. Julian Eymard Church until Confessions end at approximately 8pm. | | Mass of the Lord's Supper, 7pm at St. Julian Eymard. Altar of Repose in Shea Hall will remain open until Midnight. | | Passion Service, 3pm at Queen of the Rosary Church. Living Stations, 7pm at Queen of the Rosary Church. | | Blessing of Easter Food Baskets, 10:30am at St. Julian Eymard Church. | | Easter Vigil Mass, 8pm at Queen of the Rosary Church. | | |
Alleluia, He Is Risen!
8am Queen of the Rosary
9:15am St. Julian Eymard
10:30am Queen of the Rosary
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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) one of four Inquiry Evenings:
- April 23, 7 p.m. at the Diaconate Office, 816 Marengo Ave., Forest Park
- May 13, 7 p.m. at St. Alexander Parish, 7025 W. 126th St., Palos Heights
- 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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Other Celebrations
April 27
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1:00pm Confirmation Mass at Queen of the Rosary Church
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2:30pm Holy Hour for Divine Mercy at St. Julian Eymard Church
May 4
1:00pm First Holy Communion at Queen of the Rosary Church
May 13
Feast of Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament, save the date and stay tuned for details!
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Polish & Proud
April 27 | 4pm | St. Ferdinand Chapel, Chicago
A concert of Polish & American patriotic & folk music in honor of May 3rd/Polish Constitution Day and the 1,000th anniversary of the coronation of Poland's first king, Boleslaw Chrobry – performed by the Lira Singers, accompanied by the Lira Chamber Players. It also includes a bit of poetry and music of Frederic Chopin, Stanislaw Moniuszko and Ignacy Jan Paderewski.
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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! | |
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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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
April 20, 2025 After Mary of Magdala discovers the empty tomb, John and Simon Peter quickly go to the tomb and find it empty. “For they did not yet understandthe scripture that he had to rise from the dead.”
—John 20:9
Discussion Questions
How do you think Mary of Magdala felt when she saw the heavy stone removed from the tomb? Was she confused, excited, hopeful or scared? How would you feel?
What is something in your life that has been surprising to you or not as you expected? How can you trust God in these moments?
How can I make this new liturgical season one of rejoicing?
| | | QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL REPORT | Queen of the Rosary School students are thoughtfully preparing their hearts and minds for the Paschal Triduum, the most sacred days of our liturgical year. To allow families to fully enter into these powerful liturgies, there will be early dismissal tomorrow, Holy Thursday. We encourage everyone to join us in prayer as we walk with Christ through His Passion, Death and Resurrection. | | |
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ROUND UP
Growing in Faith! As our year winds down, excitement is building! Our 2nd graders are preparing for First Eucharist, and our 8th graders are getting ready to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation—please keep them in your prayers! And mark your calendars: Totus Tuus is coming this June! Stay tuned for signup details—it’s going to be a faith-filled summer!
Save these dates in April and May for Confirmation:
April 22 Confirmation Practice QR Church 7pm
April 27 Confirmation Mass QR Church 1pm
May 4 First Holy Communion QR Church 1pm
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
Join us on Good Friday evening as our Youth Ministry brings the Passion of Christ to life through a powerful and moving presentation of the Living Stations of the Cross. Come experience this heartfelt tradition and walk the Way of the Cross with us in prayer and reflection at 7pm in St. Julian Eymard Church.
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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