St. Vincent de Paul Society will meet on Wednesday, December 18, following morning Mass (8:30 a.m.) in the Queen of Peace Spiritual Resource Library. All members are asked to attend. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 15, 2024.

St. Benedict Church, Carrolltown is hosting a Christmas Concert on Tuesday, December 17, at 6:30 p.m., featuring the Northern Cambria Community Band. A good will offering will be accepted; all donations will benefit the organ fund. --- In Addition: St. Benedict Church will have Bible studies beginning Monday, January 6, at 7 p.m. The Bible study will be on the first eleven chapters of Genesis; from the Creation to the Tower of Babel. No cost to attend. ------Parish Bulletin, Dec. 15, 2024.

Our baking “elves” are at it again! We need your help bagging rolls on Tuesday, December 17 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 help on Thursday, December 19, ,and Friday, December 20, 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. 15, 2024.

Advent Confessions - There will be several Priests available to hear your Confession on Thursday, December 19, at 6 p.m., St. Benedict Church, Carrolltown. ----Parish Bulletin, Dec. 8, 2024.

Many, many thanks to everyone who contributed on #iGiveCatholic Tuesday...Your contributions are most appreciated! --- Please feel free to use an #iGiveCatholic envelope or a plain envelope marked for the Church restoration of the walls behind the 2 side Altars. You can drop off your envelope in the collection boxes or at the Parish Office. You can also conveniently contribute on the Church's webpage at: https://queenofpeacepatton.org/churchs-restoration-behind-2-side-altars --- Thank you for your contributions and prayers! May God bless your generosity.

CHRISTMAS BAKE SALE – Saturday, December 21, doors open at 9 AM. Come early for best selection. There are *No Pre-Orders.* This is your last chance before Christmas. --- FYI: Our elves have baked approx. 30,000 cookies so far! --- Featuring: Christmas cookie platters & trays; cinnamon rolls; pumpkin rolls; fruit & nut rolls; Panettone & various breads; Brandied Fruit Cake; Yule Logs; ‘Ole English Plum Puddin;’ cheddar cheese balls; and so much more!!!!

Sunday, December 15, takeout Chicken Dinners prepared by the local Queen of Angels Council of the Knights of Columbus, will be available for sale beginning at 11 a.m. – until sold out from the upper level of the Parish Center. -- Dinners are $12 and are available for takeout only. No phone orders. Thank you for your support throughout the year. ----Parish Bulletin, Dec. 8, 2024.

Each Sunday evening at 7 p.m. during the Season of Advent (Dec.15 & 22), 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 make room on your busy schedule for a soothing 30 minutes of prayer. --Parish Bulletin

Sunday, December 15 – Parents/Guardians are responsible for dropping off and picking up their students at the Hummingbird Estates (400 Park Ave., Patton). Drop off is 9:30 a.m. and pick up is 10:45 a.m. The students will sing Advent songs, help the residents create Christmas ornaments and present them with gift bags. -- Please note: if we are unable to go to Hummingbird Estate, we will meet at the Church Hall for an Advent Party. ----Parish Bulletin, Dec. 8, 2024.

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 & Konnie A., Rose C., Paul & Liz C., Andy DeL., Mary Jo D., Mary Ann F., Katie F., Alberta H., Dolores M. H., Leona H., Mary E. H., Patty K., Rose M., Nancy P., Marsha S., Ron (T.) W., David W., William Y., Carol A., Andy & Terry B., Dean & Donna D., Luke F., Elsie J., Mary Lou K., Dawn K., Derek M., Jacob M., Dave & Harry M., Rachel S., Ford S., Christine W., Bob W., Tom Y., Ron R., Amber I., Austin Scott M., Theresa B., Quinton M., Br. Michael, OSB., Britta A., Karen K., Dave B., Elizabeth & Carol G., Polly S., Anthony D., Angel S., Marjorie D., William D., and Bernie R. May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 8, 2024.

Saturday, December 14 – First Penance and Retreat (Parents/Guardians are encouraged to join). The 2nd grade will meet at 9:30 a.m. (lower hall) and the Confession process will be reviewed along with prayers that include: The Act of Contrition, Our Father and Hail Mary. At approx. 10:30 a.m. the students (parents/guardians) will walk to Church and complete their First Confession. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 8, 2024.

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Dolores H. May flights of angels wing her to Paradise, and may her soul and the souls of all the Faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, Rest in Peace. Amen... --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 8, 2024.

If you are ready to choose a college, St. Vincent has upcoming informational events that would benefit you to learn more about what they have to offer. Please keep these dates in mind in 2025 (all Saturday’s): January 11; February 1; April 26; May 17; and July 19. Call to register, 724-805-2500. --- Keep in mind St. Vincent College is offering a Benedictine Scholarship of $2,000 per year for 4 years to students from our parishes. This award will be in addition to other scholarship/grant aid from the College. Students should submit their college application and letter of recommendation from Father Ananias by February 1, 2025, at www.stvincent.edu/apply. -----Parish Bulletin, Dec. 8, 2024.

The CCD Students have several extra Christmas bags available if you know of someone in a nursing home or a shut-in that hasn’t received one. The students will be delivering to the Hummingbird Estates and our elves will be delivering to St. Benedict Manor. If interested, call the Parish Office at 814-674-8983. Given on a first-come basis. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 8, 2024.

Happy Birthday Wishes to Posie L-M., who celebrated her 90th special day on Tuesday, December 3rd. Your Queen of Peace Parish Family sends you their warmest wishes and may your year ahead be filled with many moments of sunshine and happiness. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 8, 2024.

The Parish Office will be closed on Dec. 10, 2024.

#iGiveCatholic – All donations will be applied to the Restoration of walls behind the 2 side Altars. *New Donations - $16,579.84. *(To date) - $18,363.84 *Thank You!* --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 8, 2024.

Each Sunday evening at 7 p.m. during the Season of Advent (Dec. 1, 8, 15, & 22), 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 make room on your busy schedule for a soothing 30 minutes of prayer.

The Immaculate Conception, a Holy Day of Obligation, has been transferred to Monday, December 9 [this year]. Local Masses are: + Queen of Peace, Patton: 7 a.m. + St. Bernard, Hastings: 9 a.m. + St. Benedict, Carrolltown: 8:15 a.m., 12 Noon, & 6:30 p.m. + St. Monica, Chest Springs: 6 p.m. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 1, 2024. Image: "The Immaculate Conception" (1767–1769) by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo. Public Domain. https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=17711733

Queen of Peace December Soup Sale – You may place your order online at https://queenofpeacepatton.org or call the Parish Office 814-674-8983. Orders close on Tuesday, December 10, at 3 p.m. Pickup Saturday, December 14, from 9 a.m.–12 noon (lower hall). --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 1, 2024.