"... The care we have for ourselves and for the well-being and safety of others is found in Sacred Scripture... We are responsible for each other... Wearing a face mask is a way in which we can love ourselves, since it is for our individual protection. Wearing a face mask is a way in which we can love our neighbors, so that an invisible virus is not spread from one to another. And remember, there are lots of people who have COVID-19, but they don’t have any symptoms; they don’t know that they have it. ---   I AM REPEATING MY PERSONAL APPEAL TO ALL OF YOU TO USE A FACE MASK WHEN YOU ATTEND MASS AND OTHER PARISH GATHERINGS..." --- Click on the above title link to read the Bishop's entire message.

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 Jim, Doris, Derek, Margaret, Gerard, Bernie, Leona, Angel, Kara, Dick, and Rose. May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins.

"The first St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Patton was erected in 1893, during the earliest inception of the town, and was intended only as a temporary place of worship until the growth of Patton should warrant a more commodious structure (the first structure was dismantled and relocated to become St. George Church). The laying of the corner stone, on the present building, was on May 22, 1898 which for the past 122 years has been named our Our Lady of Perpetual Help, St. Mary’s and now Queen of Peace. [Click on the above title link to read more.]

Confirmation will be held on Sunday, June 28, at the 9 a.m. Mass. Please include in your daily prayers Andrew, Amanda and Lydia who will be Confirmed at the hands of Father Ananias. May God continue to bless you all the days of your lives.

The weekend of June 27/28, we will take up the Peter’s Pence Collection, which provides Pope Francis with the funds to carry out his charitable works around the world. The proceeds benefit our brothers and sisters on the margins of society, including victims of war, oppression, and disasters. Please be generous, and thank you in advance. An envelope is provided for you in your packet.

Please pray for the repose of the souls of Renee and Bernie (Brother-in-Law of Jerry & Barb). 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, June 21, 2020

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 Jim, Doris, Derek, Margaret, Gerard, Bernie, Leona, Angel, Kara, Dick and Rose. May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins. --Parish Bulletin, June 21, 2020

Happy Birthday Wishes to Mary who is celebrating her 89th Birthday on Tues., June 23. Your Queen of Peace Parish Family sends you their love and best wishes for a beautiful day. May God Bless You! --Parish Bulletin, June 21, 2020

"Happy Father’s Day to all our Dad’s and Grandfather’s. A special wish to our Spiritual Father, Father Ananias. May Almighty God grant you all a special and blessed day..." --Parish Bulletin, June 21, 2020

There will be no Morning Mass Tues., June 23, through – Thurs., June 25, as Father Ananias will be at the Archabbey in Latrobe for the election of a new Abbot. The Parish Office will be open for regular Office hours.

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 Doris, Derek, Margaret, Gerard, Bernie, Leona, Angel, Kara, Dick, and Rose. May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins.

There are openings for Masses & the Sanctuary Lamp(s) for 2020 and 2021... You are permitted to reserve per year 5 Masses (2 weekend Masses & 3 weekday Masses) & 3 dates for the Sanctuary Lamp(s). The stipends remain the same at $10/Mass & $10/Lamp(s) for the week. Please click on the above title link for more details.

The main source of fundraising was their yearly visits to Churches selling their handmade religious articles made of Olivewood. (You may remember several families coming to Queen of Peace with their beautiful Olivewood pieces.) +++ The families in Jerusalem hand-make each item to earn money to survive. Their profits go to support and help the poor and sick. [Please click on the above title link to read more.]

The Friar's Nook Gift Shop Is now open & is stocked for your (delayed) First Communion and Confirmation gift needs! Also, this is wedding season & if you are looking for a special, beautiful, spiritual gift, this is your place! --- The modified hours for June are Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Our shop is located on the campus of St. Bernardine Monastery at 793 Monastery Road in Hollidaysburg. The phone number is 814-695-3802. --Parish Bulletin, June 14, 2020 (Please click on the below image/text link to visit the Facebook page of The Friar's Nook Gift Shop.)

Please pray for the repose of the souls of Renee (Daughter of Elverda) and James (Brother of Ruth). May flights of angels wing him to Paradise, and may his soul and the souls of all Faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, Rest Peace...Amen.

Corpus Christi Procession and Benediction will take place Immediately following the Mass in the Extraordinary Form (approx. 12:30 p.m.) on Sunday, June 14. Please plan to attend and demonstrate to the world your belief in “The True Presence.”

Canceled due to lack of volunteers. --- Sunday, June 21...Father’s Day! --- Chicken Takeout Dinners - Prepared by the Queen of Angels Council of the Knights of Columbus, beginning at 11 a.m. – until sold out in the upper level of the Parish Center. Dinners are $8 & are *takeout only.* No phone orders taken. Treat Dad to a special picnic dinner! --- Menu includes: 1/2 baked chicken, baked beans, cole slaw, roll, and dessert.  --- We thank you for your support.

Please pray for the repose of the soul of James (Brother of Ruth). May flights of angels wing him to Paradise, and may his soul and the souls of all Faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, Rest Peace...Amen.

The Holy Rosary in Latin: Monday – Saturday streamed LIVE at 9:30 p.m. +++ Click on the above title link to read more.

Dearly Beloved in Christ, ​​​​​​​ What a wonderful time to return to Church, the Feast of Our Lord’s most precious Body and Blood. Denied the Wedding Banquet of the Lamb these past 14 weeks, prepare your hearts to receive Him. [Please click on the above title link to read more about Confession, Mass, Procession, & Benediction.]