June 28-July 6, 2025
June 29: Feast of Sts. Peter and Paul
July 5: 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time
This Week at a Glance
- June 28 & 29, all Masses, 2nd Collection: Peter's Pence
A second collection will be taken next weekend, June 28 & 29 for Peter’s Pence for the Holy Father. More information about this important collection can be found in a letter from Bishop McManus attached below.
Excerpt from Bishop McManus' letter:
"…This annual collection provides essential support for the Holy See’s activities and helps Pope Leo XIV assist the victims of war, oppression, and natural disaster around the world.
The collection has ancient roots that reach back to apostolic times. The early Christians provided material support so that the apostles — those preaching the Gospel —c ould distribute to those in need (see Acts 4:34-35, 11:29). Today, the Peter’s Pence Collection is an opportunity for the Church around the world to stand in solidarity with those in need.…" - July 5 (Saturday): First Saturday Mass and Adoration
- 8:00 am: Mass followed by Exposition, Confessions, and Adoration
- 12:00 noon: Benediction
Partners In Charity 2025 Annual Appeal Update: Help us reach our goal by the end of June
Parish Goal: $43,000
Donations to Date (06/25/2025): 88% of our goal. With just $5,140 left to raise to reach our $43,000 target, we’re almost there.
Donations to Date (06/25/2025): 88% of our goal. With just $5,140 left to raise to reach our $43,000 target, we’re almost there.
Once a year, we commit ourselves to this ongoing work by supporting this life-giving appeal. We reflect on God’s great generosity and respond with generous giving of our own. With your support, faith in action is visible every day in the compassionate outreach of Catholic Charities, to the least among us; in the prayerful witness of our retired priests and the joy of new priestly vocations; to the many diocesan ministries and programs that heal, teach and care for others. Watch the Appeal Video at home this week at www.partners-charity.net. If you have already made a gift to the 2025 appeal, we thank you. Your gift will help us in reaching our parish goal. You can also make your gift online at www.partners-charity.net. Thank you!
Sponsor a Child for Totus Tuus
Children are our future and the relationships fostered at our Totus Tuus Summer Bible Camp can be life-changing steppingstones on their faith journey. Children come to camp from all walks of life, eager to learn, yearning to make new friends, ready to take on new challenges and discover the gifts that God has given them — gifts they didn't know they had. This is our fourth summer offering Totus Tuus and each year has been a wonderful opportunity for our parish community and beyond!
Mary, Queen of the Rosary Parish does not charge families for Totus Tuus as we don’t want finances to be a barrier for any child to attend this amazing summer camp.
The parish has committed to taking on the full cost of the program which includes the cost to the Diocese for the program, hosting ( includes housing and food) the 4 member Totus Tuus team for the week, camp supplies/materials, and the daily lunch and snacks for all children and volunteers.
If you would like to help offset the cost to the parish, you can Sponsor a Camper for the week! Last year’s cost per child for a week of Totus Tuus was $200. A donation in any amount would be greatly appreciated.
Children are our future and the relationships fostered at our Totus Tuus Summer Bible Camp can be life-changing steppingstones on their faith journey. Children come to camp from all walks of life, eager to learn, yearning to make new friends, ready to take on new challenges and discover the gifts that God has given them — gifts they didn't know they had. This is our fourth summer offering Totus Tuus and each year has been a wonderful opportunity for our parish community and beyond!
Mary, Queen of the Rosary Parish does not charge families for Totus Tuus as we don’t want finances to be a barrier for any child to attend this amazing summer camp.
The parish has committed to taking on the full cost of the program which includes the cost to the Diocese for the program, hosting ( includes housing and food) the 4 member Totus Tuus team for the week, camp supplies/materials, and the daily lunch and snacks for all children and volunteers.
If you would like to help offset the cost to the parish, you can Sponsor a Camper for the week! Last year’s cost per child for a week of Totus Tuus was $200. A donation in any amount would be greatly appreciated.
Parish Indoor Yard Sale Notes
Start setting aside any treasures you would like to donate. We will accept donations from July 12th until August 17th. NO donations before this time!
We will accept gently used treasures (no broken items) such as:
- housewares
- small furniture
- home décor
- seasonal décor
- kid’s toys & games
- books
None of the following will be accepted:
- televisions
- electronics
- computers
- encyclopedias
- large appliances
- clothing
- large furniture
Food Pantry Notes
- Food Pantry needs: Snacks for kids
- The Food Pantry is open on Thursday each week and is serving clients living in Spencer & East Brookfield from 10am–12pm. Please remain in your vehicle as clients are served outside.
To contact the food pantry call 508-885-3111 X110 or by email: foodpantry@mqrparish.org.
Parish Census: Parish Registration and Information Update
Parish registration forms are available at the doors of the church. If you are new to our parish and would like to register please take a moment to fill out a registration form. Completed forms can be placed in the collection basket or dropped off at the parish office.
If you are already registered and would like to update your contact information or request offertory envelopes, write your name and address and only enter the fields you would like to have updated. Thank you for helping us keep our parish records up to date!
Parish registration forms are available at the doors of the church. If you are new to our parish and would like to register please take a moment to fill out a registration form. Completed forms can be placed in the collection basket or dropped off at the parish office.
If you are already registered and would like to update your contact information or request offertory envelopes, write your name and address and only enter the fields you would like to have updated. Thank you for helping us keep our parish records up to date!
Upcoming Events At a Glance
- July 8 (Tuesday), 5:00 in the Chuch Hall: Yard Sale Planning Meeting
If you’re helping with this year’s yard sale, or thinking about it, please join us for an important planning meeting on July 8th @ 5pm in the parish hall. We still need more volunteers and your help can make a big difference. Hope to see you there! - July 20, details to be announced: Yard Sale Planning Meeting
- July 28 - August 1: Totus Tuus Summer Bible Camp
- This is a FREE program!
- Exciting news: Our own parishioner, Zach Anderson, is one of the Totus Tuus team members this year. Zach is one of our long-time altar servers and assists in Faith Formation during the year. We are grateful for him.
- This year's The Sacraments & the Joyful Mysteries
- For children in Grades 1- Grade 6 (Must have completed Kindergarten in the 2024-2025 school year)
- Registration forms available at the parish office and at the doors of the church
- Sponsor a Child for Totus Tuus: See details below for more information.
- August 2 (Saturday): First Saturday Mass and Adoration
- 8:00 am: Mass followed by Exposition, Confessions, and Adoration
- 12:00 noon: Benediction
- August 22 (Friday), 5:30-7:30 pm: Yard Sale Pre-Sale Evening
- August 23 (Saturday): Parish Indoor Yard Sale
Stay tuned for details! Now is a good time to declutter and set aside the treasures for our annual parish fundraiser. - September 6 (Saturday): First Saturday Mass and Adoration
- 8:00 am: Mass followed by Exposition, Confessions, and Adoration
- 12:00 noon: Benediction
- September 7 (Sunday): Parish Chicken BBQ, church hall
Stay tuned for details
Bulletin
This week's bulletin is attached below and is available on our parish website. Other attachments include the front cover of the bulletin (important information and phone numbers) Check out March's cover below!
Prayer Line Number
To reach our prayer line, call Sue Mellen at 508-885-2626.
Your intention will stay on the list for 30 days. Leave a message if there is no answer.
Calling All Pray-ers!
We are looking for more people to join the Prayer Line Ministry. Praying is done in the comfort of your home. Call Sue Mellen at 508-885-2626 for the list of intentions we are praying for and to be added to this Ministry! We'd love to have you join us.
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