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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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Second Sunday of Easter, Sunday of Divine Mercy | |
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First Reading – The first Christian community shared their possessions, and no one was needy. (Acts of the Apostles 3:32-35)
Psalm – "Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, his love is everlasting." (Psalm 118)
Second Reading – Those who love God keep his commandments. (1 John 5:1-6)
Gospel – Thomas believes because he sees Jesus.” (John 20:19-31)
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As we continue in this Easter season, there is much happening at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish and beyond. So you don't miss a thing, please read all the way through, and be sure to click "Read Entire Message" if your e-mail app "clips" this message. | |
All are invited for faith, fellowship and fun... | |
Easter Blessings and a Heartfelt Thank You
Thank you for joining us for liturgies and events during Holy Week and the Sacred Paschal Triduum. Your presence enriches our community.
A special thanks to those across our Music, Liturgical, Art & Environment, Grounds & Garden and Greeter/Usher ministries for all of your work during this most Holy, and busy, time of year!
May God bless you abundantly at Easter and all year round!
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From the Pastor's Desk
Important update on To Teach Who Christ Is campaign from Fr. Dan Folwaczny.
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Youth Ministry Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
Join us for a morning of fun and community building at our Youth Ministry Pancake Breakfast on Sunday, April 7th! Teens, unleash your culinary skills as you set up, cook and serve a delicious pancake breakfast for the parish. Parents, we need your guidance to supervise cooking and ensure a smooth and thorough cleanup. Let's come together, share smiles and create lasting memories. Your support makes this event a success and helps defray the cost of our Catholic Heart Work Camp Summer Mission Trip!
Reminder, teens headed to Louisville must help, but all are welcome! Follow this link to signup today!
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Divine Mercy Sunday
Join us for a sacred journey of grace and renewal at our Divine Mercy Holy Hour! Let's gather together in prayer, reflection, and personal witness, experiencing the boundless love and forgiveness of Jesus Christ. All are welcome! Bring your loved ones and join us on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 2:30pm in Queen of the Rosary Church.
There's still time to pray the Divine Mercy Novena which began on Good Friday. Rosary Ministry will lead Novena and Rosary Prayer in person, the following dates remain:
Apr 3 | SJE
3:00pm along with Divine Mercy Chaplet during Adoration
Apr 4 | QR
8:00am before Daily Mass
Apr 5 First Friday | SJE
8:00am before daily Mass
Apr 6 First Saturday | QR
8:00am before daily Mass
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April Winter Supper
Don't miss this opportunity to add your unique flavor to Winter Suppers and join us for the grand finale of this Winter Season on Sunday, April 14th. Sign up now and let's create delicious memories for our neighbors in need!
| As winter fades, so does the PADS Overnight Program. Can we extend the warmth into Spring by aiding neighbors battling homelessness and food insecurity? Our assistance can be a beacon of hope. Join JOURNEYS|The Road Home in this transition, ensuring that the spirit of support carries on. Follow this link if you are able to help at JOURNEYS|The Road Home in Palatine, Illinois. | |
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Q&A with Dr. Bob Schuchts
Parish Council and Book Club invite us for a special Q&A with Dr. Bob Schuchts on April 23rd at 7pm in Shea Hall! We've been exploring "Be Transformed: The Healing Power of the Sacraments" this Lent, but you don't need to have read the book to attend. Submit your questions in advance; while we can't guarantee every question will be answered, we'll group them for Dr. Bob's planning. Dr. Bob will join us via satellite for an insightful evening on spiritual transformation. Space is limited, so follow this link to signup today!
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Bingo Fiesta
Get ready for an afternoon of fun, laughter and excitement. Don't miss out on the chance to win fantastic prizes, spend time with friends and make unforgettable memories playing Bingo and attending Mass! Reserve your spots now for Bingo Fiesta on Saturday, May 4th at 2:30pm in Shea Hall at St. Julian Eymard Church.
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Track-a-Thon
Students are getting ready to lace up their sneakers and hit the track for our Queen of the Rosary School Annual Track-a-Thon fundraiser! From students to teachers, staff and parishioners, everyone eagerly anticipates this exciting event, making it one of our biggest fundraisers of the year.
But don't just watch from the sidelines...there are plenty of ways to get involved and make a difference! You may volunteer on the day (signup coming soon), pledge a student for their efforts (more details coming later this month), or consider a corporate or family sponsorship
Hey, 8th Grade moms and dads, we know you're already feeling nostalgic, so don't forget to get grandmas, grandpas, aunts, uncles and friends in on this year's fun! Let's all come together and make this year's Track-a-Thon the best one yet!
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Trivia Night
Get your thinking caps on and join us for Trivia Night on Saturday, May 11th at 7pm in the Queen of the Rosary School Gym (doors open at 6:30pm)! Challenge your knowledge, enjoy great company and compete for exciting prizes. Don't miss out on a night filled with brain-teasing fun!
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Ascension of Our Lord
Celebrated on the Seventh Sunday of Easter, May 12, 2024. Jesus said to his disciples: “Go into the whole world and proclaim the gospel to every creature. Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved." (Mark 16:15-16)
Jesus, thank You for the gift of Your life, the incredible love demonstrated through Your death on the cross, the victory won through Your resurrection from the tomb, and the power released through Your Ascension into heaven and the sending of Your Spirit. I yield myself completely to You. Spirit of Jesus, fill me and lead me today. Amen.
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Feast of Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament
Mark your calendars for May 13, 2024, the Feast of Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish, and stay tuned for an invitation to help with the festivities to make our parish feast day truly memorable!
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Fr. Dan's 10th Anniversary of Ordination
Save the date of May 17, 2024, Fr. Dan's 10th Anniversary of Ordination, and look for an invitation to honor his dedication and commitment to Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Parish!
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Update on the Vestibule Refresh | |
We're thrilled to announce that work on the vestibule refresh is now in full swing at St. Julian Eymard Church! Progress is evident and if you haven't seen it in person, we couldn't be more excited to share this sneak peek with you. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to enhance our sacred spaces! Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament, pray for us! | |
Lenten Almsgiving Project
Great news! Our Waves of Change Lenten Almsgiving project has hit its goal (as of March 26th we have collected $21,759), but there's still time to amplify the impact and make an even bigger ripple. Follow this link to contribute online or grab Blue Waves of Change envelopes in the vestibule. Your generosity makes a difference! Thank you!
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Annual Catholic Appeal: Together at the Table
Now more than ever, the Church needs our steadfast support. Our participation in our parish’s weekly offertory and in the Annual Catholic Appeal is essential to maintaining the financial well-being of the Church.
Please consider signing up for online giving to the parish offertory and to the Appeal.
Just as we rely on your spiritual support, the Church continues to rely on your financial support to continue its work of sanctification and evangelization.
You can make your gift to the Annual Catholic Appeal online at annualcatholicappeal.com, or you can choose to send in the response envelope from the Cardinal’s letter you may have already received. You may also find pledge envelopes in both Queen of the Rosary and St. Julian Eymard Churches or the parish office. Thank you for supporting our parish and the Archdiocese.
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Adoration begins with 8:15am Mass and continues until approximately 8pm a SJE. | |
Good Samaritan Meeting at 7pm in SJE Shea Hall. | |
Friday of the Lord's Passion service 3pm at Queen of the Rosary Church. | |
Holy Hour for Divine Mercy Sunday at 2:30pm at QR. | |
Children's Liturgy of the Word is at QR at the 10:30am Mass. | |
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7:30pm (3/30) Vigil QR
8:00am QR
9:15am SJE
10:30am QR
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Gospel in Focus
April 7, 2024 Jesus shared mercy and peace with the Apostles, and sends them out. “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” —John 20:21
Discussion Questions
What places in your life do youneed God’s mercy or peace?
When is a time in your life that youhave received God’s mercy?
Thomas had trouble believing in God. What do you do when it is hard to believe?
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION ROUND UP
Mark your calendar for these dates coming up:
- 4/11/24 Confirmation Practice
- 4/14/24 Confirmation
- 5/4 /24 Bingo Fiesta, 2:30pm at SJE
- 5/11/24 Trivia Night, 7pm at QR
- 5/13/24 Feast of Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament
- 6/9/24 - 6/14/24 Catholic Heart Work Camp
- 7/7/24 to 7/12/24 Totus Tuus (Registration for Totus Tuus will open June 1st...stay tuned!)
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YOUTH MINISTRY CORNER
Thanks to all of the teens who participated in the Good Friday Living Stations of the Cross. It was a very moving and heartfelt reenactment of the Passion of Our Lord.
Let's keep the spirit of Christ's Passion, Death and Resurrection with you all through this Easter season.
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SAVE THESE UPCOMING DATES:
Teen Center Hours | Tue - Fri, 2-5pm
Pancake Breakfast | Apr 7 | 8am-Noon
Alexian Village | Apr 15 | 6:30pm
Bingo Fiesta | May 4 | 2:30pm | SJE
Alexian Village | May 6 | 6:30pm
Trivia Night | May 11 | 7pm | QR School
Alexian Village | May 20 | 6:30pm
CHWC | Jun 9-14 | Louisville, KY
Totus Tuus | July 7-12 | QR School
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Be a Voice for Life
GoPublic4LIFE. Saturday, April 6, 10:30am to Noon at American Women’s Medical, 110 S. River Rd.,
Des Plaines. 90 minutes of prayer to transform Illinois.
Rachel's Vineyard Retreat. Healing the pain of abortion, one weekend at a time. Follow this link to find a retreat for yourself or a loved one (enter zip code, distance and click search.)
Coming in May...Join us for Season for Life to raise awareness for a culture of life. Plus, join Respect Life Ministry and the Elk Grove Village Public Library for a collaborative event to shine a light on Mental Health struggles with insightful speakers from Ascension St. Alexius Behavioral Health, Catholic Charities LOSS Program, Elk Grove Cares and more. Look for more info coming in May and be part of these transformative events to shape a culture that respects life at every stage.
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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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