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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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Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe | |
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First Reading – Jesus is the good shepherd, the king, who cares for His flock. (Ezekiel 34:11-12, 15-17)
Psalm – "The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want." (Psalm 23)
Second Reading – Everything is subject to Jesus Christ, only He can bring about transformation. (1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 28)
Gospel – The Lord is also a judge, who separates the wicked from the righteous, the sheep from the goats. (Matthew 25:31-46)
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Gratitude & Joy
As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday and the beginning of Advent in this year of Be Transformed, our fourth year as Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish, we are delighted to introduce a special “Gratitude & Joy” campaign. This campaign is an opportunity for us to come together as a faith community to reflect on the many blessings we have received from God and to prepare our hearts for the birth of Christ. Look for more information in the bulletin and find a Blessings Board when you visit church to share something you are grateful for.
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Happy Thanksgiving
Please note, in celebration of the Thanksgiving holiday, we will celebrate daily Mass at a special time of 9:00am on Thursday, November 23rd (QR) and Friday, November 24th (SJE).
At the Mass on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 23rd, we will take up a special collection to support our Poor Box which supports our efforts to help the homeless and hungry in our parish and nearby community throughout the year.
Also, parish offices will be closed on Thursday, November 23rd and Friday, November 24th and we will have limited staff and limited hours on Wednesday, November 22nd. Thank you, and may everyone enjoy a happy, healthy and safe Thanksgiving holiday with family, friends and loved ones.
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Kids Christmas Film Night
Who's ready for a break after hosting or traveling for Thanksgiving? Mr. Van and teens from our Youth Ministry are ready to entertain children 4 and up with games, crafts, Christmas movies, photo booth and more on Friday, December 1st from 6-9pm in Shea Hall at St. Julian Eymard. Let's pack the Hall for an amazing Kid's Christmas Film Night while parents take a night off!
So we know how many kids to plan for, please follow this link to RSVP. Can't wait to see you there!
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Fiesta de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe
A special Mass on the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Tuesday, December 12th, will be celebrated at 7pm at St. Julian Eymard Church with a reception immediately following. This year, our OLBS Rosary Group will also lead us in the Rosary and Novena to Our Lady of Guadalupe in the days leading up to her Feast. Please join us on the following days:
- Mon 12/4 7pm | QR
- Tue 12/5 7pm | SJE
- Wed 12/6 7pm | SJE
- Thu 12/7 6:30pm | QR
- Fri 12/8 8:45am | SJE
- Sat 12/9 4:30pm | SJE
- Sun 12/10 10:00am | QR
- Mon 12/11 7:00pm | SJE
- Tue 12/12 6:30pm | SJE
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Questions? Please contact the parish office (847) 979-0901. | |
Have you gotten your Grand Raffle tickets?
Only 3 weeks left! Volunteers from our Queen of the Rosary School will begin selling in the vestibules after Mass this weekend. The Grand Raffle is a chance to win cash prizes while supporting our Queen of the Rosary School. Tickets are $25 each or 5 tickets for $100 and may be purchased:
- In the School or Parish Office
- From any School Family
- In the church vestibule at QR/SJE on 11/25-11/26, 12/2-12/3 and 12/9-12/10
$10,000 Grand Prize*, $3,000 Second Prize* and Three $500 Third Prizes*. Prize drawing will be 12/10/23 at the Pictures with Santa event in the School Gym!
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*Prizes subject to change if minimum number of tickets are not sold. Maximum 4,000 tickets will be sold. | |
Season of Giving
Please check the bulletin and eNews for updates on all of our Season of Giving activities. If you would like to support a Season of Giving, but do not like to shop or can't get out, please contact the parish office and we will gladly help you.
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Advent Retreat
Save the morning of Saturday, December 9, 2023 for a spiritual journey at our Parish Advent Retreat: He Came. He Will Return. Come, Lord, Show Us Your Face. Let us come together in faith and community to seek the radiant face of our Lord and Savior. We will pray, reflect and take quiet time during the busy Advent season to prepare our hearts for the birth of the infant Christ.
Our presenter this year is Fr. Matt O'Donnell. Fr. Matt, Pastor at St. Moses the Black, is a spirit-filled preacher who feels humbled and honored to share God’s Holy Word—always with the hope of drawing just one more soul closer to Christ!
Follow this link to discover more and save your spot today!
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Christmas Angels
Hey, OLBS, thank you for again adopting more than 100 families in need in our area. We hope you're enjoying your shopping! Here are a few reminders:
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Gifts must be dropped at St. Julian Eymard Church by Sunday, December 10th at Noon. If you finish shopping early, you may drop gifts in Shea Hall (ask in the parish office if you need assistance.)
- You must buy gifts for everyone on your family list. All gifts should be wrapped or in a gift bag.
- Please assemble your wrapped gifts into bags or boxes marked with the family number from your ornament. If you need multiple bags/boxes, please mark each box with the family number and total number of bags/boxes (i.s., 1 of X, 2 of X, etc.)
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Questions? Please contact the parish office (847) 979-0901. | |
A Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols
Mr. Van, the Adult Advent and Kids Choirs invite you to a special Advent service on Sunday, December 17th at 5:30pm in Queen of the Rosary Church. Experience the Nativity story, told through nine scripture readings interspersed with familiar hymns and carols. Reception immediately following. All are invited!
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Simbang Gabi Mass
As we continue to honor and celebrate the rich traditions of all Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament parish family, please join us on Tuesday, December 19th at 6:00pm in St. Julian Eymard Church for a Simbang Gabi Mass. A reception will immediately follow Mass in Shea Hall.
Meaning Mass in the Night, this Filipino Christmas tradition is a series of 9 Novena Masses in preparation for Christmas. Follow this link to view the complete AOC Schedule to join other Simbang Gabi Masses in our area in the lead up to Christmas Eve.
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Outside the Parish
Don't forget to check our Outside the Parish page for events happening around the community. Please support our neighbors when you can.
Drop us a line. If you attend an event, let us know what you thought. New events are added regularly, but if you learn of something, please let us know so we can update our page.
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Music Notes
Please take note of our schedule for Charismatic Mass, Adult & Kid's Choir and Guitar Group. All other liturgies will feature our talented Cantor & Accompanist tandems leading sung prayer. Whichever liturgy you attend, please join in and help us make a joyful noise!
11/23 | 9:00am | Thanksgiving (QR)
12/2 | 5:00pm | Charismatic Mass (SJE)
12/10 | 9:15am | Guitar Group (SJE)
12/24 | 9:30am | Guitar Group (QR)*
12/24 | 3:00pm | Kid's Choir (QR)
12/24 | 10:00pm | Adult Choir (SJE, Caroling program begins at 9:30pm)
12/25 | 10:30am | Guitar Group & Handbell Choir (QR)
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Join Us for One or More of These Upcoming Events! | |
Rosary Group at 7pm at St. Julian Eymard Church. | |
Adoration begins with the 8:15am Mass and continues until approx 8pm at St. Julian. | |
Mass will be celebrated at 9am on Thanksgiving Day. Wishing you a happy Thanksgiving! | | |
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Gospel in Focus
November 26, 2023 Jesus tells of the final judgement, and how all will be judged on what we did for the least among us. “Then the king will say to those on his right,
‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father. Inherit
the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.’” —Matthew 25:34
Discussion Questions
The Corporal Works of Mercy are: feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty, shelter the homeless, visit the sick, visit the prisoners, bury the dead and give alms to the poor. How can we live these out in our home and community?
Which of Jesus’ commands on how we treat the poor is the most difficult? Why? Which is easiest?
What can your family do this week to serve someone else?
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QUEEN OF THE ROSARY SCHOOL REPORT | |
Grand Raffle Tickets are on sale now in the School or Parish office or from any School Family! Tickets are $25/each or 5 for $100. The drawing will be held on Sunday, December 10th in the School Gym at the Pictures with Santa Event. Grand Prize is $10,000, Second Prize is $3,000 and three Third Prizes of $500/each will be awarded.
Make sure you have these upcoming events on your calendar too:
Not part of our Queen of the Rosary School? Discover the Queen of the Rosary School advantage!
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Teaching Opportunity
Our Queen of the Rosary Catholic School is a wonderful place to teach and learn. We believe that every child deserves an education that is both challenging and supportive, and we work hard to provide that for all of our students. As a teacher at Queen of the Rosary, you will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated and experienced staff, as well as with bright and motivated students who are eager to learn.
We are searching for certified teachers and substitute teachers to join our team. Our ideal candidates are passionate about teaching and making a positive impact in the classroom. We are looking for individuals who are patient, kind, and understanding, and who are willing to go above and beyond to help our students succeed.
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Does this sound like you or someone you know?
To discover more, please
e-mail our principal, Ms. Kathleen McGinn, or call (847) 437-3322.
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ROUND UP
Mark your calendar for these dates coming up:
- 11/20/23 - 11/25/23 Thanksgiving Break
- 12/3/23 Parent Sacramental Prep
- 12/18/23 - 1/12/24 Christmas Break
- 1/7/24 Parent Sacramental Prep
- 2/4/24 Parent Sacramental Prep
- 2/17/24 First Reconciliation
- 2/21/24 First Reconciliation
- 2/27/24 Confirmation Candidate/Parent Meeting
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YOUTH MINISTRY CORNER
Hey, teens, Mr. Van is looking for your honest feedback via this short survey. Complete the survey by December 15th and include your e-mail address to be entered into a Gift Card drawing. This is your chance to help shape what Youth Ministry at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament looks like! Take the Survey!
Mrs. Villano is looking for help loading the sleigh agin this year, calling all Christmas Angels.
Kids Christmas Film Night gives parents a night off while providing fun and entertainment for kids aged 4 and older.
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SAVE THESE UPCOMING DATES:
Teen Center Hours | Tue - Fri, 2-5pm
Mission Our Lady of Angels | Nov 24
Kids Christmas Film Night | Dec 1 | 6-9pm
Alexian Village | Dec 4 | 6:30pm
Christmas Angel Tree | Dec 9 & 10
Youth Ministry Christmas Party | Dec 10
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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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