The final gifts/pledges from the 2021 Catholic Ministries Drive for Queen of Peace Parish is $8,250.00 Thank you! Your generosity is greatly appreciated! --Parish Bulletin, Jan. 30, 2022
Thank you to all who donated to The Citizens Concerned for Human Life. The total collected from Queen of Peace Church was $244.50! May God reward your generosity. --Parish Bulletin, Jan. 30, 2022
In celebration of Catholic Schools Week 2022, the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown Proclaim! TV Ministry will air a one-hour television special: “Making the Grade – Celebrating the Spirit and Success of Catholic Education.” --- The show, which will air on Sunday, January 30, at 5 p.m. on WATM ABC 23, includes a look at the continuing presence of priests and religious in local Catholic schools, a spotlight on the qualified and dedicated teachers, a conversation with a local businesswoman who explains how Catholic education steered her life in the right direction, and a heartwarming video highlights from various schools. --Parish Bulletin, Jan. 30, 2022
February is doubly delicious! For our February Soup Sale, we are featuring Homemade Potato Soup and Homemade Lasagna Soup. In addition, we are having our annual Cherry Pie & Cherry Turnover Sale! Pre-Orders for the February Soup Sale and the Cherry Pie/Cherry Turnover sale will be accepted until Wednesday, Feb.9, at noon. You can conveniently order: ... (Please click on the above title link to read more.)
New iGiveCatholic donations to our Parish last week totaled $1,135.00. To date - $12,579.22 - toward a new HVAC system have been received. Thank you to the donors! May God reward your generosity. --Parish Bulletin, Jan. 23, 2022
This past week, new iGiveCatholic donations totaled $520.00. To date, we have received $13,099.22 toward a new HVAC system for the Church. Thank you. Your generosity is greatly appreciated! --Parish Bulletin, Jan. 30, 2022
Whenever I pass a Church, I stop for a visit. So, when they carry me in, The Lord won’t say to me, “Who Is It?” - Author unknown --Parish Bulletin, Jan. 23, 2022
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 Ed & Florie M., Diane McC., Guido & Constance B., Carol B., Justine B., William D., Ken H., Steve D., Raena C., Tekla V., Mike & Kathleen DeS., Pat I., David A., Kim C., Margaret W., Elizabeth G., Donna D., Paul C., Jean Ann F., Reagan W., June R., Bart D., Mary Jo R., Gary L. M., Jacob M., Derek M., Bernie R., Leona H., Angel S., Kara V., and Rose M. May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins. --Parish Bulletin, Jan. 23, 2022
Please pray for the repose of the soul of Richard B., (brother to Florie M.). 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, Jan. 23, 2022
Bishop Carroll Catholic High School Open House will be held for parents & students on Wed., Feb. 2, from 6-7:30 p.m. Students, faculty, & staff will be on hand to answer questions & provide demonstrations. A financial aid & registration meeting will follow, beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. (Please click on the above title link to read more.)
"God our Creator, we give thanks to you, who alone have the power to impart the breath of life as you form each of us in our mother's womb; grant, we pray, that we, whom you have made stewards of creation, may remain faithful to this sacred trust and constant in safeguarding the dignity of every human life. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Amen." --Collect for Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children, Jan. 22, 2022.
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 Diane McC., Guido & Constance B., Carol B., Justine B., William D., Ken H., Steve D., Raena C., Tekla V., Mike & Kathleen DeS., Pat I. David A., Kim C., Margaret W., Elizabeth G., Donna D., Paul C., Jean Ann F., Reagan W., June R. Bart D., Mary Jo R., Gary L. M., Jacob M., Derek M. Bernie R., Leona H., Angel S., Kara V., and Rose M. May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins. --Parish Bulletin, Jan. 16, 2022
Please pray for the repose of the souls of Rita Z. and Michael B. May flights of angels wing them to Paradise, and may their souls and the souls of all the Faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, Rest in Peace...Amen. --Parish Bulletin, Jan. 16, 2022
This past week, the Parish received additional iGiveCatholic donations in the amount of $257.00. To date, a total of $11,444.22, has been received toward a new heating and cooling system for the Church. Thank you to the donors! --Parish Bulletin, Jan. 16, 2022
Please do remember...to visit and *explore* our Parish Website. :-) : https://queenofpeacepatton.org/ ----- There is “so much” information about our Parish, such as: bulletins, news, calendar, special events, photos, contact information, online payment, donation forms, and order forms for the soup sales, cherry pie sale [coming] & much more. (Please click on the above title link to read more.)
"9 Days for Life is a novena for the protection of human life. Each day’s intention is accompanied by a short reflection and suggested actions to help build a culture of life." (Please click on the above title link to learn more.)
It has come to our attention that someone may be sending texts or emails under the pretense that these communications are being sent directly from Father Ananias. As most of you are aware, Father does *not* have a cell phone and does not use any type of cell or computer technology. If you receive any such type of communication, please do not respond and delete it. (Please click on the above title link to read more.)
"The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday is an official day of service and celebrates the civil rights leader’s life and legacy." Please copy and paste the following link from AmeriCorps to read more: https://americorps.gov/newsroom/events/mlk-day/
The Saint Vincent de Paul Society will hold their monthly meeting on Wed., January 19, following morning Mass (8:30 a.m.) in the lower level of the Queen of Peace Parish Center. --Parish Bulletin, Jan. 16, 2022
Happy Anniversary wishes to Don & Nancy P. who celebrated their 64th Wedding Anniversary on Monday, January 10th. Your Queen of Peace Parish Family sends you their love and best wishes for many more healthy, happy years together. Congratulations! --Parish Bulletin, Jan. 16, 2022