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., Elizabeth C., Andy DeL., Mary Ann F., Katie F., Alberta H., Rose M., Nancy P., Louise S., Patty S., John T., Ron W., Rita W., William Y., Carol A., Andy & Terry B., Jean DeL., Dean & Donna D., Larry D., William D., Ann D., Lisa D.-I., Elsie J., Mary Lou K., Derek M., Jacob M., Dave & Harry M., David S., Ford S., Christine W., Vicki & Tom Y. Barbara P., Ed DeL., Becky Q., Sheila S., Kali E., Fred G., Sara W., John L., Paulette A., Luke M,., Jane S., Fred P., Richard M., Roberta F., Michelle S., Ron R., Amber I., Theresa B., Britta A., Karen K., Dave B., Elizabeth & Carol G., Polly S., Angel S., 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, March 29, 2026. (Image: "The Crucifixion"_by Abraham van Diepenbeeck_Fitzwilliam Museum_Picryl_Public Domain.)

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tton, beginning at 6 p.m. There will be several Priests to hear Confessions. --- (Image: "Pray Cross Angel Faith Prayer."_Needpix_Public Domain.)

Our Easter Bake Sale will be held in the Upper Level of the Parish Center on Holy Thursday, April 2, at 8:00 p.m. and on Good Friday April 3, from 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; and from 4-7 p.m., during the last fish dinner of the season. *Please note that on Good Friday, the Parish Center will be closed from Noon-3 p.m.* Then, re-opened... --- No Pre-Orders. We will have many goodies for sale! --- (Images: "Easter Bake Sale Sample Items." Queen of Peace Church, Patton, PA.) "Easter Bake Sale Sweet Bread." Queen of Peace Church, Patton, PA.)

Needing your help on Tuesday, March 31, at 6 p.m. (lower level). We will wrap and label what has been baked that day. --Parish Bulletin, March 29, 2026. (Image: "Megaphone 3." Free SVG_publicdomainq_Public Domain.)

Happy Birthday to Janet Y. who is celebrating her 92nd special day on Sunday, March 29. 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, March 29, 2026. (Image: "Birthday Cake_Happy Birthday_Free Stock Photo_Public Domain.)

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Mary Ann D., (sister-in-law to Flo D.). 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, March 29, 2026. (Image: "Requiescat In Pace." Queen of Peace Church, Patton, PA.)

On Tuesday, March 31, a Lenten Penance Service will be held at Queen of Peace Church in Patton, beginning at 6 p.m. There will be several Priests to hear Confessions. --Parish Bulletin, March 22, 2026. (Image: "Pray Cross Angel Faith Prayer."_Needpix_Public Domain.)

Lenten Fish Dinners will be offered on the (2) Fridays of Lent: March 27 & Good Friday, April 3, 4-7 p.m. (*No Pre-Orders). Eat In (Upper Level) & Take out (Lower Level) of the Queen of Peace Parish Center. Menu Includes: Choice of baked or fried fish or 2 salmon patties; Choice of baked potato or french fries. Also included: fresh baked rolls, stewed tomatoes, mac ‘n cheese, haluski, coleslaw, and dessert. Prices: Adults (13+), $15 / Children (5-12), $7 / Children (under 5), free (*Must* accompany adult for free dinner.) Pierogies, $1 each. This is a BIG fundraiser for our Parish, and it takes many, many hands that work together. We need you! We also need donations of desserts for fish “fry-days.” Please bring them to the bottom hall by Friday mornings!! (Image: "Fish And Chips"_Free Stock Photo_Public Domain.)

Stations of the Cross will be held on Fridays of Lent March 27, at 7 p.m. and on Good Friday, April 3, at Noon. --Parish Bulletin, March 22, 2026. (Image: "Way of the Cross Passion Mourning Christ Jesus"_Needpix_Public Domain.)

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., Elizabeth C., Andy DeL., Mary Ann F., Katie F., Alberta H., Rose M., Nancy P. Louise S., Patty S., John T., Ron W., Rita W., William Y., Carol A., Andy & Terry B., Jean DeL. Dean & Donna D., Larry D., William D., Ann D., Lisa D.-I., Elsie J., Mary Lou K., Derek M., Jacob M., Dave & Harry M., David S., Ford S., Christine W., Vicki & Tom Y., Barbara P., Ed DeL., Mary Ann D., Becky Q., Sheila S., Kali E., Fred G., Sara W., John L., Paulette A., Luke M., Jane S., Fred P., Richard M., Roberta F., Michelle S., Ron R. Amber I., Theresa B., Britta A., Karen K., Dave B., Elizabeth & Carol G., Polly S., Angel S., 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, March 22, 2026. (Image: "Lighted Candle near Crucifix Photo"_PickPik_Public Domain.)

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Tom P. 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, March 22, 2026. (Image: "Requiescat In Pace." Queen of Peace Church , Patton, PA.)

Theology on Tap – March is our 3-year anniversary. With over 210 participants to date and new members still joining monthly, we are excited to welcome Metropolitan Archbishop William Skurla on Wednesday, March 25, at the Boulevard Grill, 165 Southmont Blvd. Johnstown, at 6 p.m. He is an Eastern Catholic Archbishop who has already spent a few months with Pope Leo in Rome and will be speaking on Eastern and Western Catholicism, Pope Leo, and Eastern Franciscan Spirituality. --- All young adults, 18-39, are invited. There is no cost to attend. For more info, contact Geoffrey Stumpo at 814-659-7415 or [email protected] --Parish Bulletin, March 22, 2026. (Image: "Close-Up Portrait of Young Adults' Faces"_Free Stock Photo_Public Domain.)

Queen of Peace Activities Committee invites you to attend “A MURDER MYSTERY DINNER” on Sat., May 16. Presented by “Murder Mysteries and More of Pittsburgh,” presenting an interactive performance of “The Tragic Demise of Alfred the Squatty!” *Pre-Sale tickets only*: $40/each & will be sold until Fri., May 8. **BYOB - Must Be 21 to Attend.** Call Jack at 814-674-8948 or Jay at 814-674-5434.

Happy Birthday to Louise S. who will celebrate her 96th special day on Monday, March 23. Your Queen of Peace Church family sends you their wishes for a beautiful day. --Parish Bulletin, March 22, 2026. (Image: "A Birthday Cake with Candles on Top of It."_Picryl_Public Domain.)

*Following is an edited copy of a second March 13, 2026 article with photos by Becky Polaski from THE DAILY PRESS, St. Marys, PA. The newspaper's publisher, Christie Gardner, graciously granted permission for posting on Queen of Peace Church's Facebook page (and the Church's website) with edits included by Father Ananias, as shown below. Many thanks to our Parish Secretary, Sally Kirk, for retyping the article with Father's edits.* "SACRED HEART SOCIAL COMMITTEE CHAIRS REFLECT ON ORGANIZATION'S BEGINNINGS" ... (Please click on the above title link to read the article.)

*Following is an edited copy of a March 13, 2026 article and photos by Becky Polaski from THE DAILY PRESS, St. Marys, PA. The newspaper's publisher, Christie Gardner, graciously granted permission for posting on Queen of Peace Church's Facebook page (and on the Church's website) with edits included by Father Ananias, as shown below. Many thanks to our Parish Secretary, Sally Kirk, for retyping the article with Father's edits.* ... (Please click on the above title link to read the article.)

Lenten Penance Service will be held at Queen of Peace Church in Patton on Tuesday, March 31, beginning at 6 p.m. There will be several Priests to hear your Confession. --Parish Bulletin, March 15, 2026. (Image: "Pray Cross Angel Faith Prayer"_Needpix_Public Domain.)

Benefiting the Highlander Foundation will be held on Saturday, March 28, at the St. Augustine Church Hall. Doors open at 5 p.m., followed by a roast beef dinner at 6 p.m. Dancing, featuring “That Oldees Band” from 7-10 p.m. BYOB with mixers included, basket auction, rip tickets, and raffles throughout the evening. Donation is $25/person. For more info or to reserve tickets call Rhonda Wendekier at 814-880-4398.------Parish Bulletin, March 15, 2026. (Image: "Fifties Dancers"_Openclipart_Public Domain.)

Splash of Spring, Craft & Vendor Show – Hosted by Boy Scout Troop 2095 on Saturday, March 28, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., at the Queen of Peace Parish Center (upper hall), 600 Palmer Ave., Patton. There will be a basket auction, bake sale and a concession stand. For more information contact [email protected] --------Parish Bulletin, March 15, 2026. (Image: "Spring Tree"_Free Stock Photo_Public Domain.)