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Entries for November 2020
Each year the parish donates gifts to those in need, in honor of the birth of Jesus. We are pleased to say that we will be continuing this annual gifting program, although it will be somewhat different due to COVID19.
On three Saturdays, November 28th, December 5th, and 12th, we will be holding a driveby dropoff at St. Mary’s from 13 pm for anyone who would like to drop off gifts.
Also, there will be boxes at both churches for those who cannot make the driveby. HOWEVER, we ask that you NOT leave gift cards in the boxes; instead, you can drop them off at St. Mary...
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Due to the pandemic, retreats are being offered online via Zoom. There are a variety of programs to choose from: Saturday retreats, which are in place of the traditional weekend; Evenings of Reflection; online Masses; and a Christmas Concert.
In the past three years, seventeen women from our parish have enjoyed the weekend retreat, and this year our retreat date is Saturday, January 9, 2021, from 9 am to 12:30 pm, although you can attend on any other Saturday when a women’s retreat is offered. The theme is “Together We Rise”, and for those who have not ...
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The Sanctuary Candle at St. Mary and St. Thomas is available for one week, Saturday to Saturday, for $15.00. Please contact Eileen at St. Mary or Joyce at St. Thomas to have the candle lit in remembrance of your beloved deceased.
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We have make up dates for those students who did not receive sacraments last year due to the pandemic.
† Friday December 4th at 7pm, Confirmation Mass
† Saturday December 5th at 2pm, First Reconciliation
† Friday December 11th at 6pm, First Communion Mass
Please let us know via email or phone who is attending so we can properly accommodate you & your families: devonn@olqop.com or 8607421092. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Looking for a gift for someone or yourself? On November 28th & 29th and December 5th & 6th, we will be having a mini craft fair at St. Mary Church after the 4:00 pm Mass and the 10:30am Mass. There will be handmade scarves, hats, cozies and lap quilts; assorted floral wreaths, Christmas wreaths, themed clothespin wreaths: wooden crosses and other handmade wooden items.
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“In the Footsteps of Mary Bringing Jesus Into Our World Today”
Saturday, December 12, 2020 8:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m.
On the feast day of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Presented by Our Lady Queen of Peace Retreat Team This free retreat morning includes prayer, fellowship, music, talks, and small group sharing. Space is limited, so register soon! For information on how to register please contact Elizabeth Percy at: tiggpercy@hotmail.com no later than December 8th.
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Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish will be conducting a Thanksgiving driveby food drive, organized by the Pastoral Council and the Knights of Columbus, outside at St. Mary’s near the hall doors on Saturday, 11/14, from 12:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Catholic Charities is in need of frozen turkeys and frozen hams. There will be volunteers in masks and gloves to remove the frozen turkeys and hams from your vehicles. Please have all food in bags or boxes for quick removal. Please stay in your vehicles. Checks made out to Catholic Charities are also acceptable. They are also in need of...
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Free Bible Study begins 1st week of Advent
How well do you know Mary, the Mother of Jesus?
What: The Bible and the Virgin Mary
When: 12 weekly sessions on Tuesday evenings starting December 1, 2020 ending February 16, 2021 Each session has a ½ hour video presentation followed by a discussion period. No workbook or homework required.
Time: 7:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
Location: Your home on your computer via ZOOM Study Leader: Laurie Felix
Registration: Online Registrations Only email your Name, Phone No. & Email Address To: macat918@charter.net.
Registrat...
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