October is national Clergy Appreciation Month; a time set aside to recognize the contributions & service of priests, pastors, & all other clergy members. St. Paul urged Christian communities to acknowledge those “who work hard among you, who care for you in the Lord, and who admonish you,” holding these spiritual leaders “in the highest regard in love because of their work.” +++ We, the flock of Queen of Peace, appreciate all you do for us, Fr. Ananias. We love you & thank you!!

"The rosary is an incredibly rewarding spiritual practice for the men and women of any age, and all ages. It is like an ancient treasure map that has led countless men and women from all walks of life to the treasures of peace, joy, clarity, and contentment..." +++ Copy & visit the following link from "Dynamic Catholic" to read about the "Ever Ancient, Ever New: A Brief History of the Rosary: What is the Rosary and Where Did the Rosary Come From?": https://dynamiccatholic.com/5-million-rosaries/history-of-the-rosary

The film "Finding Fatima" is a dramatic & in-depth documentary that gives all the crucial details of the apparition including the third secret. October 13 marks the anniversary of the Miracle at Fatima in 1917. +++ All are invited to watch this film on Thurs., Oct. 10, at 8:30 a.m. (after morning Mass) &/or at 6:30 p.m. in the lower level of the Queen of Peace Parish Center.

On Sun., Oct. 6, through Carrolltown 1:30 – 3 p.m., there will be a National Life Chain. Please take the time to stand with thousands of pro-lifers across the U.S. in quiet, peaceful, prayerful, public witness for the sanctity of human life from the moment of conception to natural death. Be a beacon of light as you help put an end to abortion through prayer & public witness. Water, lawn chairs, umbrellas, & strollers are welcomed! Please click on the above title for more details.

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 Fr. Ananias, O.S.B., Dolores, Leona, Clara, Dorothy, Bernard, Lucille, Paul & Eleanor, Renee, Cory, Kara, Marianna, Dick, Pat, Joe, Rose, Maximilian, Ruth, Allen, Shirley, Jake, and Derek. May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins.

The Legion of Mary, of our diocese, is holding its "Annual Rosary Devotion with Mary" on Sun., Oct. 20, at 3 p.m., at Queen of Peace Roman Catholic Church, Patton. All are invited to attend. +++ Students from local grade & high schools are asked to participate in the “Living Rosary.” Practice dates are Thursdays, October 10 & 17 at Queen of Peace Church from 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. Please call Shirley Anderson (674-3630) or Jean Berish (674-8043) to register.

Classes will resume for the new school year on Sun., Oct. 20, at 10:20 a.m. (after the 9 a.m. Mass). All students and Parents *must attend* to get registered. Questions?? Please contact Lois at qpcatechism@aol.com

Queen of Peace Bakery will again participate in 2 area Festivals. The Ebensburg Potato Fest is on Sat., Sept. 28 (9 a.m. – 5 p.m.), & the Apple Cider & Craft Fest is on Sun., Oct. 6 (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.). Please click on the above title for more details.

Please Note! The Daily Masses (7:30 a.m.) will resume on Monday, Sept. 23.

The Queen of Peace Basket Social is in 4 weeks! -- Sun., Oct. 13, in the upper level of the Parish Center. Door opens at 1 p.m. & the drawings will begin at 2 p.m. Tickets are $5/25. There will be a complimentary dessert bar. *** Tickets will be available the weekend of October 12/13, after the Sat., 5 p.m. Mass & Sun. after the 7 a.m. Mass, until the time of the drawings. *** If you would like to help out by bringing some goodies for our dessert table, we would be most appreciative. Please bring them Saturday until Noon in the upper hall. Also, if you will be so kind & donate a basket, we thank you. *** ##Reminder: Due to the Small Games of Chance law, we are unable to accept any baskets with alcohol. Gift Certificates to bars, wineries, & liquor stores are accepted.## You may drop them off ahead of time in the Parish Office, during open business hours only.

In today’s Gospel, Jesus tells us that the shepherd rejoices when he finds one lost sheep. The story tells us that nothing and no one is insignificant to God who is compassionate and loving to all. +++ Is there a neighbor or a friend of yours who is in need because of a loss of a job or an illness? Please contact the Society of St. Vincent de Paul...because we care and want to help! +++ --Parish Bulletin, Sept. 15, 2019

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 Fr. Ananias, O.S.B., Clara, Greta, Dorothy, Leona, Bernard, Lucille, Paul, Chrissy, Renee, Marlene, Cory, Kara, Marianna, Dick, Michelle, Pat, Joe, Rose, Lizzie, Maximilian, Ruth, Allen, Shirley, Jake, and Derek. May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins.

Happy Birthday Wishes to Mary, who turned 92 years young on Thurs., Aug. 29, & to Angeline, who turned 101 years young on Mon., Sept. 9. Your Queen of Peace Church Family sends you both their love and best wishes!!

Organ Recital – Concert Organist Brenda Lynne Leach will perform a recital on our newly renovated 1910 Felgemaker Organ on Sunday, September 29, at 7 p.m. Click on the above title for more details.

Miracle of Christmas – Join us in celebrating the season as the Christmas Story is brought to life on a panoramic stage with spectacular special effects & live animals, at the beautiful Sight & Sound Theatre in Lancaster PA, on Fri., Nov. 29. Click on the above title for more details.

Happy Birthday wishes to Rita, who turned 98 years young on Wed., Aug. 28. Your Queen of Peace Church Family sends you their love and best wishes!!

Queen of Peace Activities Committee is once again offering a 6-month Lottery Card/Ticket for sale for 2020. The cost remains $20/ticket, which consists of 2 numbers based on the first 7 p.m. daily Pick 3 drawing. --- Only 500 tickets printed, & have sold out the past 2 years!! Get your “New Look & Design” ticket soon! (You snooze, you lose!!) These tickets are a fantastic Christmas Present. --- Call Jack (674-8983); Marsha (674-5740); Jay (674-5434); Grace (674-8762) or the Parish Office (674-8983) if you are interested.

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 Fr. Ananias, O.S.B., Clara, Greta, Dorothy, Leona, Bernard, Lucille, Paul, Chrissy, Renee, Marlene, Cory, Kara, Marianna, Dick, Michelle, Pat, Joe, Rose, Maximilian, Ruth, Allen, Shirley, Jake, and Derek. May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins.

The Queen of Peace Basket Social is in 7 weeks! Sunday, October 13, in the upper level of the Parish Center. Seating opens at 1 p.m. & the drawings will begin at 2 p.m. *** Tickets are $5/25. *** There will be a complimentary dessert bar. Tickets available the weekend of Oct. 12/13, after the Saturday, 5 p.m. Mass, & Sun. after 7 a.m. until the time of the drawings. *** If you would like to help out by bringing some goodies for our dessert table, we would be most appreciative. Please bring them Saturday until Noon in the upper hall. *** Also, if you will be so kind and donate a basket, we thank you. You may drop them [your donated baskets] off ahead of time in the Parish Office, during open business hours only.

It's just *one week* until our 2nd Dinner (Turkey) & Dance with the Pittsburgh Belairs on Fri., Aug. 30. ---*BYOB, you **must be 21** to attend.* --- Tickets are $20. To reserve your seat, call Jack (674-8948) or the Parish Office (674-8983.) --- The doors will open at 5:30 p.m., & the turkey dinner will begin at 6. --- Come listen, sing and hum to the “oldies”, the hits of the 50s, 60s, & 70s, easy listening tunes & dance the night away!