We entrust to the care of Christ the Divine Physician, those members of our Parish Family in need of Healing in Body, Mind, or Spirit especially David A., Joe A., Annette B., Paul & Liz C., Mary Ann F., Clara F., Leona H., Mary H., Rose M., Carol M., Marsha S., Ron (T.) W., ..., Margaret W., William Y., Baby Michael M., Br. Michael, O.S.B., Mary Lou K., Luke F., Janice (K.) W., Dawn K., Roy J., Christine W., Tom M., Ford S., Britta A., Dorothy G., Karen K., Dave B., Dave W., Evelyn C., Britany M., Theresa H., Elizabeth & Carol G., Polly S., Anthony D., Angel S. Marjorie D., William D., Sarah M., Mildred W., Donna D., Mary Jo R., Jacob M., Bernie R., and Derek M. May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins. ----Parish Bulletin, Dec. 10, 2023.

Our baking “elves” are *still* working hard preparing for the Queen of Peace Christmas Bake Sale on Dec. 16!  --- At 6 p.m., tonight, Thursday, Dec. 14, and again on Friday, Dec. 15, at 6 p.m., in the *upper level* of the Parish Center!, we super need "elf helpers" to prepare/arrange the bake-sale trays and containers, etc.!  --- This bake sale is a *huge* fundraiser for us, and we greatly appreciate all the extra hands we can get. Thank you!

Queen of Peace Activities Committee is once again offering a 6-month Lottery Ticket/Card for 2024. The price remains at $20/ticket, which consists of 2 numbers based on the first 7 PM daily Pick 3 drawing.  If interested, call Jack (814-674-8948). *Very Few Remain!!* ​​ ----Parish Bulletin, Dec. 10, 2023.

The St. Nicholas Holy Name and Altar Rosary Societies would like to invite you to this exhibition at the St. Nicholas Church Hall [Nicktown]. The Exhibition will be on: + Friday, Dec. 15: 3-7 p.m. + Saturday, Dec. 16: Noon to 7 p.m. + Sunday, Dec. 17: 8 a.m. to Noon ... -----Please click on the above title link to read more.

CBU ADVENT PARTY (for members) will be held on Sunday, December 17, at 1 p.m., in the upper level of the Parish Center. All members are asked to bring a covered dish. There will be a collection taken up for the Carmelites. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 10, 2023.

The Activities Committee would like to thank everyone who purchased tickets for the carved olive-wood Holy Family statue, kindly donated by the Craig McN. Family. The lucky winner was Jack C. ----Parish Bulletin, Dec. 10, 2023.

The 2023 “Nativity Scene” Ornament *has arrived.* The price remains at $20. You may stop in the Parish Office, during open business hours (Mon. & Fri.: 9-3; Tues., Wed., Thurs.: 9-12 noon; [Note: Fri., Dec. 15, office closed]) and pick up yours today!

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Christopher B. May flights of angels wing him to Paradise, and may his soul and the souls of all the Faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, Rest in Peace. Amen. ---​​​​​​​--Parish Bulletin, Dec. 10, 2023.

Our baking “elves” are at it again! We need your help bagging rolls on Tuesday, December 12, at 6 p.m., in the *lower level* of the Parish Center. Gentlemen: we need your help taking the trays to the upper level. In addition: we will need your help on Thursday, December 14, & Friday, December 15, at 6 p.m., in the *upper level* to put together cookie platters and trays, etc...  --- This bake sale is a HUGE fundraiser for us and we greatly appreciate all the extra hands we can get. Thank you! ------Parish Bulletin, Dec. 10, 2023.

The Queen of Peace Christmas Bake Sale: Saturday, December 16. Doors open at 9 a.m., upper level of Parish Center. Come and shop ‘till you drop!!  --- Christmas cookie platters & trays; cinnamon rolls; sticky buns; pumpkin rolls; apricot, nut, poppy seed, prune & raspberry rolls; Panettone and various breads; Brandied Fruit Cake; Yule logs; ‘Ole English Plum Pudding; cheese balls; and much, much more.... *No Pre-Orders.* ... Please click on the above title to learn more.

CCD Classes will be held ... Sunday, December 10. The students will be visiting with the residents at Hummingbird Estates (400 Park Ave, Patton). Please drop off your child(ren) there by 9:30 AM and pick up 10:45 from Hummingbird Estate. Thanks! ​​​​​​​--Parish Bulletin, Dec. 10, 2023.

Each Sunday evening at 7 p.m., during the Season of Advent (Dec. 3, 10, & 17), the last “hour” of the Divine Office will be prayed here at Queen of Peace Church. Night Prayer consists of a hymn, 3 Psalms, a “brief” reading from Scripture, the Nunc Dimittis of Simeon, and a concluding prayer. Please, treat yourself to 30 minutes of soothing prayer. --Parish Bulletin

We entrust to the care of Christ the Divine Physician, those members of our Parish Family in need of Healing in Body, Mind, or Spirit especially David A., Joe A., Annette B., Paul & Liz C., Mary Ann F., Clara F., Leona H., Mary H., Rose M., Carol M., Marsha S.,, Ron (T.) W., Margaret W., William Y., Baby Michael M., Br. Michael, O.S.B., Mary Lou K., Luke F., Janice (K.) W., Dawn K., Roy J., Christine W., Tom M., Ford S., Theresa H., Britta A., Dorothy G., Karen K., Dave B., Dave W. Evelyn C., Britany M., Elizabeth & Carol G., Polly S., Anthony D., Angel S., Marjorie D., William D., Sarah M., Mildred W., Donna D., Mary Jo R., Jacob M., Bernie R., and Derek M. May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 3, 2023.

The Parish Office will be open on Monday, December 11, from 9 a.m.– Noon. The Parish Office will be closed on Friday, December 15.

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Christopher B.(brother of Jim). May flights of angels wing him to Paradise, and may his soul and the souls of all the Faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, Rest in Peace. Amen. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 3, 2023.

Masses for The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary - A Holy Day of Obligation will be offered at 7 a.m. & 7 p.m. on Friday, December 8. -----Parish Bulletin, Dec. 3, 2023. ----Image: "The Immaculate Conception of Los Venerables." Painting by Bartolomé Esteban Murillo.

"Advent Reflections" from Bishop Barron are on our website’s homepage at https://queenofpeacepatton.org beginning Sunday, December 3.

Many thanks to everyone who contributed, either online or by envelope, to our Parish's fundraiser! Your contributions are so appreciated! Please feel free to use an iGiveCatholic envelope (found in Church) or a plain envelope, marked for the Church's new heating system. You can drop off your envelope in the collection box or at the Parish Office. Again, thank you for your contributions and support! --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 3, 2023.

Each Sunday evening at 7 p.m. during the Season of Advent (Dec. 3, 10, & 17), the last “hour” of the Divine Office will be prayed here at Queen of Peace Church. Night Prayer consists of a hymn, 3 Psalms, a “brief” reading from Scripture, the Nunc Dimittis of Simeon, and a concluding prayer. Please, treat yourself to 30 minutes of soothing prayer. --Parish Bulletin, Nov. 26, 2023.

Join us on Sunday, December 3, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m., for a delicious breakfast buffet, served in the lower level of the Parish Center by the Men of the Parish.  Prices: Adults (13+), $12 / Children (5-12), $7 / Children (under 5), free. Take-outs available for $12/each. Thank you for your support! ​​​​​​​--Parish Bulletin, Nov. 26, 2023.