September 28th: 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
October 5th: Celebrating Our Patronal Feast Day: the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary
Reminder…Saturday Vigil Mass: 4 pm
Fall Cleanup in the Cemetery Has Begun!
Please lend a hand by removing any Spring/ Summer flowers at grave sites. Fall & Holiday decorations will NOT be picked up until the Spring. Please remove any real pumpkins by December1st as they will attract unwanted critters to the cemetery.
This Week at a Glance — September 27-October 5
- September 27: Feast of St. Vincent de Paul
We have a charitable society right here at Mary, Queen of the Rosary - our St.
Vincent de Paul Committee. This committee helps people who come to us in need. We are able to help them because of the generosity of our parishioners. We wish tothank everyone who donates to our efforts. The generosity of our parish continues to help us ease the needs of those who come to us.
This past year we were able to help thirty-one families who came to us seeking
financial help. The most frequent requests are assistance with fuel oil, overdue
electric bills, or past due rent. After interviewing the person in need, the
committee members meet privately to discuss the request. Once a decision to helpwith the request is made, we tell the person about our decision. At this time, we also provide information about other resources that might be beneficial. In allcases, confidentiality is of the utmost importance. The check is always madepayable to the agency/agent that is due the money - never to the individual.
Once again, we wish to thank everyone who contributes to our St. Vincent de Paul Fund. If you are not a contributor, we are asking you to consider adding us to your list of charities. No amount is too small. You might consider donations in memory of a loved one who passes away. Obviously, as with every charity, the needs often outweigh the resources. We wish to THANK YOU for your financial support as well as for your prayers as we continue the work of St. Vincent de Paul. - September 27 & 28, All Masses: Second Collection for the Annual Catholic Schools Appeal
See Bishop McManus' letter below for more information. - October 1 (Wednesday), 9:30 am, church hall: Prayer Shawl Ministry Meeting
Do you enjoy knitting or crocheting? Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just starting out, we’d love to have you! New members are always welcome. Come meet us and learn more about this meaningful ministry of comfort and care. - October 4 (Saturday): First Saturday Mass and Adoration
- 8:00 am: Mass followed by Exposition, Confessions, and Adoration
- 12:00 noon: Benediction
- October 4 & 5, all Masses: Join us for a joyous celebration: We celebrate our patronal Feast Day, Our Lady of the Rosary
Before each Mass, we will come together in prayer to recite the Rosary, we will celebrate Mass with beautiful Marian hymns. Let us honor our Blessed Mother in faith and fellowship. - October 5 (Sunday), 5:00 pm: Youth Mass. All are welcome.
- October 5 (Sunday), 5:00 pm: Faith Formation for Grades 6-10 and Confirmation students begins today starting with Mass!
OCIA [Order of Christian Initiation of Adults]…Become a Catholic
Whether you've been coming to Mass for years and are finally ready, or just interested in learning more about Catholicism, we're glad you're here and we are ready to help. Order of Christian Initiation for Adults, formerly known as RCIA is the process that the Catholic Church uses to foster the spiritual journey of adults wishing to become Catholic. OCIA is also the process that helps baptized Catholics who have not received First Holy Communion and Confirmation complete their sacraments of initiation. Classes will begin in October. Contact the Parish Office at 508-885-3111 to learn more OCIA classes.
Join Our Men's Group!We’re welcoming new members to our Men’s Group! We meet on the first Saturday of each month at 9:30 AM in the rectory for breakfast, fellowship, and meaningful discussion. Meetings last about 90 minutes. If you are interested, please contact Fr. Bill at 508-885-1113 ext. 104.
Food Pantry Notes
- Food Pantry needs: Breakfast cereals
- 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.
Upcoming Events At a Glance
- October 8 (Wednesday), 5:30-6:30 pm, church hall: First Monthly Meal of the Season!
Menu: Pasta dinner with meatballs. salad, bread, beverage, and dessert
All are welcome! No reservations needed. A free-will offering is accepted to help defray the cost of the meal and support this ministry. - October 11 (Saturday), 10:00 am, Cathedral of St. Paul, Worcester:
Presentation on the Anniversary of Evangelium Vitae (the Gospel of Life).
All are invited to attend a special lecture presented by the Most Reverend Robert J. McManus, Bishop of Worcester, titled Evangelium Vitae: Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Gospel of Life and Its Enduring Legacy in Roman Catholic Moral Theology. The event will take place on Saturday, Oct. 11 at 10:00 a.m. at the Cathedral of St. Paul, 38 High St., Worcester.
For more information or to RSVP, contact the Alison Ledoux at the Respect Life Office: aledoux@worcesterdiocese.org or 508-929-4311. Please join us for this very special and unique presentation. - October 12 (Sunday), 4:00 pm, church hall: Christmas Faire Planning Meeting
Anyone that would like to help with the Christmas Faire should to attend a planning meeting on Sunday, October 12th @ 4 pm in the parish hall. Light refreshments will be served.
If you would like to help but cannot attend the meeting, please contact Ken Carville at 774-535-7869 - October 19 (Sunday), 5:00 pm: Youth Mass. All are welcome.
- November 1 (Saturday): First Saturday Mass and Adoration
- 8:00 am: Mass followed by Exposition, Confessions, and Adoration
- 12:00 noon: Benediction
- November 8 (Saturday), 5 pm - 8 pm: Boy Scout Spaghetti Dinner
- November 15 (Saturday), 9:30 am - 1:00 pm, St Anne Parish, Shrewsbury: Fall Mini-Retreat for Women
The Commission for Women of the Diocese of Worcester will be having a Mini-Retreat for Women with Kitty Cleveland on Saturday, Nov. 15 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at St. Anne Parish, Shrewsbury. Kitty is a singer/songwriter, inspirational speaker, and artist from New Orleans. Kitty leads hundreds of people in praying the Rosary each weekday morning. Visit her website at, www.kittycleveland.com. For more information, email worcestercommissionforwomen@gmail.com. - November 16 (Sunday), 5:00 pm: Youth Mass. All are welcome.
- November 27 (Thursday) 11:30 am, church hall: Thanksgiving Community Dinner
Details: Stay tuned! - December 6 (Saturday): First Saturday Mass and Adoration
- 8:00 am: Mass followed by Exposition, Confessions, and Adoration
- 12:00 noon: Benediction
- December 6 (Saturday): Christmas Faire
Details: TBA
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 September cover below!
Prayer Line Number
From September 7-23: Call 508-885-0084
After September 23rd: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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