For First Friday Devotions, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will be Friday, August 1, at 3 p.m., followed by recitation of the Divine Mercy Chaplet and private prayer from 3:15-3:45 p.m. Litany will follow. Devotions will close with Benediction at 4 p.m. --Parish Bulletin, July 27, 2025. (Image: Sacred Heart Surrounded by Thorns and Flowers_Rawpixel_Public Domain.)

Queen of Peace Parish Goal is $18,500. --Parish Bulletin, July 27, 2025. "Thank you for your donation to the 2025 Catholic Ministries Drive! Christ calls each of us to follow Him (Mt 16:24). This year's CMD invites us into a deeper relationship with Him, as we share in His mission of love and service, proclaiming the Good News to all. We are truly grateful for your generous gift!" (Quoted Text and Image: https://www.wesharegiving.org/App/Form/5af463ff-c5b2-4737-a68b-5ad8e371017b/)

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 Guido B. (Father Ananias’s Dad), David A., Joe & Konnie A., Rose C., Elizabeth C., Mary Ann F., Katie F., Alberta H., Carol H., Leona H., Patty K., Rose M., Nancy P., Shirley S. Marsha S., Patty S., Ron (T.) W., David W., William Y., Carol A., Andy & Terry B., Dean & Donna D., Joanne & William D., Elsie J., Mary Lou K., Dawn K., Derek M., Jacob M., Dave & Harry M., Ford S., Christine W., Steve W., Vicki & Tom Y., Paulette A., Dan S., Terry B., John L., Luke M., Lou C., Jane S., Fred P., Richard M., Roberta F., Michelle S., Mary J., Ron R., Amber I., 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, July 27, 2025. (Image: Closeup Photo of Lighted Candles_PickPik_Public Domain.)

Carrolltown Fire Co. Mini-Jubilee 2025 will take place on Saturday, August 9, & Sunday, August 10. A Basket Auction will be held on Saturday from 4-7 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., with over 150 baskets to bid on. Drawings will be Sunday at 6 p.m. Come and enjoy a turkey dinner on Sunday from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., dine in or take out. Dinners are $14/each, kids 3 and under eat for free (dine in only)... (Please click on the above title link to read more.)

Pope Leo continues this Jubilee year and asks us how we can be Ambassadors of Hope in our Parish communities. Consider attending a workshop on “Ministering to the Poor,” with topics: the causes of poverty; what poverty looks like in your Parish community; boundaries and learning about programs that are available to assist those struggling financially. This opportunity will provide tips and tools for Parishes to create or enhance existing ministries and social justice efforts... (Please click on the above title link to read more.)

Father Ananias and his very talented bakery crew display their latest creations: Coconut Cream Pies! Those pies--besides looking like such culinary works of art-- look sooo incredibly yummy! (Images: Father Ananias & Bakers_Queen of Peace Church Patton.)

On August 9, 2025, a Spaghetti Dinner and Bake Sale will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Patton Fire Company No. 1 to benefit the Family of Gary "Hector" Helbig who passed away unexpectedly. Dinners, $10 each, will be available for dine-in or takeout. Baked goods will also be available for sale. Lou Who's Pizza and Pasta and the Queen of Peace Church will provide the food. (Image: "Spaghetti Dinner & Bake Sale: August 9th, 2025." The Patton Park and Recreation Facebook Page_https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Patton-Park-and-Recreation-Page-100057058855877/ )

All iGiveCatholic donations will be applied to the Restoration of the walls behind the 2 side Altars. New Donations: $56.00. All Donations To Date: $31,050.84. *Thank You!* --Parish Bulletin, July 20, 2025. (Image: Thanks_Thank You_Heart Candle_Pixabay_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 Guido B. (Father Ananias’s Dad), David A., Joe & Konnie A., Rose C., Elizabeth C., Mary Ann F., Katie F., Alberta H., Carol H., Leona H., Patty K., Rose M., Nancy P., Shirley S., Marsha S., Patty S., Ron (T.) W., David W., William Y., Carol A., Andy & Terry B., Dean & Donna D., Joanne & William D., Elsie J., Mary Lou K., Dawn K., Derek M., Jacob M., Dave & Harry M., Ford S., Christine W., Vicki & Tom Y., Paulette A., Dan S., Terry B., John L., Luke M., Lou C., Jane S., Fred P., Richard M., Roberta F., Michelle S., Mary J., Ron R., Amber I., 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 Prayer List, July 20, 2025. (Image: Silver-colored crucifix on top of printed book_PickPik_Public Domain.)

St. Benedict Church, Carrolltown, is hosting their Annual Church Festival beginning Friday, July 25 – Sunday, July 27 on their Church grounds. The festival will feature a basket raffle, bingo, games, food booths, beer tent, live musical entertainment and fireworks. The festival grounds will open on Friday at 4 PM. Saturday, July 26, the grounds open at Noon, followed by Mass at 4 PM and fireworks at 10 PM. A chicken dinner will be served on Sunday, July 27 from 11 AM – 2 PM. Info: 814-344-6548 or www.facebook.com/Saint-BenedictRomanCatholicChurch --Parish Bulletin, July 20, 2025. (Image: St. Benedict Church Parish Bulletin_July 20 2025_Facebook.)

Our 2nd annual Mass and Picnic at Greenhouse Park was a success with 20+ in attendance including children and 3 Catholic Priests from the Roman and Byzantine Rites. Theology on Tap is a week early with Fr. Basil Cole OP, from Washington D.C., joining us on Wednesday, July 23 at the Boulevard Grill, 165 Southmont Blvd., Johnstown, at 6 PM. Friday, August 8 is a Rosary and bonfire at Greenhouse Park at 6 PM, and Saturday, August 9 at 9 AM is our 2nd annual hike at Laurel Highlands Trail Route 56 Trailhead. All young adults, 18-39, and young families with their children are invited to join us for faith and fellowship! For more info, contact Geoffrey Stumpo at 814-659-7415 or [email protected] --Parish Bulletin, July 20, 2025. (Image: Religious Faith Cross - Free digitally-made illustrations_creazilla-com_Public Domain.)

~Queen of Peace Golden Rule Preschool, 600 Palmer Ave., Patton, PA~ We are currently accepting new enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year. We are a nondenominational preschool with two programs. We offer a Preschool (age 3) and a Pre-K (age 4). The programs focus on socialization and basic preschool/Pre-K skills. Classes are held 2 days/week, 8:30 AM – Noon. Class sizes are kept to a minimum to maintain a teacher/child ration that guarantees that each child receives the attention they need to assist them in achieving the skills that they will need for kindergarten. Please email Lois at [email protected] or call 603-769-0983 to receive an application or to schedule a tour of the school. --Parish Bulletin, July 20, 2025. (Image: PreSchool Kids_Rawpixel_Public Domain.)

Chicken Dinners – Sunday, July 20, prepared by the local Queen of Angels Council of the Knights of Columbus, beginning at 11 a.m. - until sold out from the upper hall. Dinners are $12 and are available for takeout only. No phone orders. We thank you for your continued support. --Parish Bulletin, July 13, 2025. (Image: Cutlery_Red Check Ribbon_PickPik_Public Domain.)

Please note the following change: On Sunday, July 20, the 11 a.m. Mass in the Extraordinary Form at Queen of Peace Church will be a Low Mass in Latin (not a High Mass which is sung). (Image: Pin Blank_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 Guido B.(Father Ananias’s Dad), David A., Joe & Konnie A., Rose C., Elizabeth C., Mary Ann F., Katie F., Alberta H., Carol H., Leona H., Patty K., Rose M., Nancy P., Shirley S., Marsha S., Patty S., Ron (T.) W., David W., William Y., Carol A., Andy & Terry B., Dean & Donna D., Joanne & William D., Elsie J., Mary Lou K., Dawn K., Derek M., Jacob M., Dave & Harry M., Ford S., Christine W., Vicki & Tom Y., Paulette A., Dan S., Terry B., John L., Luke M., Lou C., Jane S., Fred P., Richard M., Roberta F., Michelle S., Mary J., Ron R., Amber I. 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, July 13, 2025. (Image: Rosary Faith Pray_Folded Hands Prayer_Needpix_Public Domain.)

St. Joan of Arc Parish, 692 Glendale Valley Blvd., Fallen Timber, invites you to attend their Annual Parish Festival and Turkey Dinner on Sunday, July 20, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at their Church Hall in Frugality. Dinner price is $15 (turkey, mashed potatoes/gravy, stuffing balls, corn, coleslaw, roll & desert) and is served takeout with limited seating inside. There will be a basket auction, various raffles, kids’ activities, bake sale, live music and more! All are welcome! --Parish Bulletin, July 13, 2025. (Image: Festival Flags_Freepik_Public Domain.)

Please pray for the repose of the soul of John Bem. 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, July 13, 2025. (Image: "Requiescat in Pace," from Bulletin of Queen of Peace Church Patton.)

The Saint Vincent de Paul Society will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, July 16, following morning Mass (8:30 a.m.) in the Queen of Peace Spiritual Resource Library. All members are asked to attend. --Parish Bulletin, July 13, 2025. (Image: association-152746__340_meeting_Pixabay.png_Public Domain)

Mark your calendar for Sunday, October 12, as the next 13 weeks will fly by!!! Pull your thoughts and ideas together and create something unique to donate. Any basket donation, large or small is greatly appreciated. *As a reminder, due to the Small Games of Chance Law, we cannot accept any baskets with alcohol. *Gift certificates to bars and wineries are acceptable. --- You may bring your donations to the Parish Office ahead of time, please bring them during open office hours only (Mon. & Fri.: 9-3; Tues., Wed., Thurs.: 9-12 noon. Any questions, call the Parish Office at 814-674-8983. -----Parish Bulletin, July 13, 2025.

The Parish Office will be closed Thursday, July 17 through Monday, July 21. --Parish Bulletin, July 13, 2025.