As we celebrate Pentecost, Jesus says to His disciples: “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent Me, so I send you.” This month, through your generous donations, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul brought the love and care of Jesus to the poor by assisting families in providing them with food, and helping with their utility and rent bills, etc....Thank you for your kindness. --Parish Bulletin, May 31, 2020

Bread and large pies will be available for sale in the main entrance of Church on Saturdays after Noon. Bread - $4/each and Pies - $12/each... --Parish Bulletin, May 31, 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 Jack, Derek, Renee, Margaret, Gerard, Bernie, Leona, Angel, Kara, Dick, Rose, and *Our Entire World.* May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins.

Please pray for the repose of the soul of George. 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, May 24, 2020

The Parish Office will be closed on Monday, May 25, Memorial Day and will “Re-Open” for business beginning Tuesday, May 26. --- Office Hours: Monday & Friday – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. --- Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday – 9 a.m. to noon

"Remember O Lord, Thy servants, who have gone before us with the sign of faith and rest in the sleep of peace. To these, O Lord, and to all who sleep in Christ, grant, we pray, a place of refreshment, of light, and of peace. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. +++ Heavenly Father, on this Memorial Day, we pray for those who courageously laid down their lives for the cause of freedom. May the examples of their sacrifice inspire in us the selfless love of Your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. Bless the families of our fallen troops, and fill their homes and their lives with Your strength and peace..." [Please click on the above title link to read more the entire prayer.}

As we celebrate the feast of the Ascension, we are reminded that Christ’s saving work on earth continues through His disciples...and now through us. If you know of a family that needs assistance, please contact the St. Vincent de Paul Society, so that together we can all help to bring peace to those who are needy.

Since Church is open for visits now, Father is thinking of pies and bread. Mmmm! Please check in the front Vestibule....just in case!

The Patton VFW & the American Legion have cancelled their Memorial Day celebration & Parade on Monday, May 25. There will be a brief service at the Veterans Memorial at the Patton Park at 11 a.m. to pay our respects & honor our Veterans.

"... as they were looking on, he was lifted up, and a cloud took him from their sight. While they were looking intently at the sky as he was going, suddenly two men dressed in white garments stood beside them. They said, 'Men of Galilee, why are you standing there looking at the sky? This Jesus who has been take up from you into heaven will return in the same way as you have seen him going into heaven.'" +++ --Acts of the Apostles 1:9b-11; excerpt from Reading I for The Ascension of the Lord, At the Mass During the Day, May 21, 2020. +++ Image: "The Ascension," by Benjamin West (1738-1820).

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

“But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be My witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria and to the end of the earth.” And when He had said this, as they were looking on, He was lifted up, and a cloud took Him out of their sight. And while they were gazing into Heaven as He went, behold, two men stood by them in white robes, and said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking into Heaven? This Jesus, Who was taken up from you into Heaven, will come in the same way as you saw Him go into Heaven.” -- Acts of the Apostles, 1:8-11

To Rita, who celebrated her 91st Birthday on Monday, May 11, & to Jeannine, who is celebrating her 91st Birthday on Sunday, May 17. Your Queen of Peace Parish Family sends you both their love and best wishes for a Beautiful day. God Bless you both!

There are openings for Masses and the Sanctuary Lamp(s) for 2020 and 2021. Please remember, even though we are not permitted to attend Mass, your Intentions are being remembered in Father’s daily Private Masses. You are permitted to reserve per year 5 Masses (2 weekend Masses & 3 weekday Masses) & 3 dates for the Sanctuary Lamp(s). [Please click on the above title link to read more.]

"The following is a message from Bishop Mark to all people of the Diocese of Altoona-Johnstown on May 13, 2020. Specific directives are being finalized and will be available prior the the reopening of church buildings on Saturday, May 16, which marks the first phase of the Bishop’s plan..." Please click on the above title link to read more.

The Sanctuary Lamps burn in Memory of Gerald, the week of May 10 – May 16.

Because of the pandemic, the Family Life Office will *not* hold its annual Masses for Widows & Widowers. Instead, Widows & Widowers who register will be recognized as part of the Mass celebrated on Sunday, May 31, at 11 a.m. (WATM ABC 23) at St. John Gualbert Cathedral in Johnstown. +++ Bishop Bartchak will be the celebrant & homilist. Deceased spouses of all registered individuals will be acknowledged & remembered during the liturgy. +++ The Family Life Office invites you to register by May 20 by calling the Office at (814- 317-2647 or 814-317-2643) or by email at familylife@dioceseaj.org. When registering, please give your name, address, phone # & the name of your spouse who has passed.

Please pray for the repose of the souls of Robert and Regina. 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...

Only a few boxes of fish (cod) left. Each 10 lb. box is $41, & has approx. 25-28 pieces. Please call the Parish Office (674-8983) and/or leave a message. This is the last call for the fish. When they’re gone, they’re gone!!!

"In fact, here in the United States, today is the 105th Anniversary of Mother’s Day. However, a special day to honor Mothers and Mothering is a part of every major tradition, culture, and Nation. That is because we know instinctively the wonder, miracle and gift of Mothers and Mothering. Mothers carry us in their wombs, the first home of the whole human race. They offer us to the family and the whole world. They gave us life and birthed us into the network of relationships. They teach and nurture us along the way by offering wisdom, example, and practical experience. They pick us up when we fall and unconditionally love us back when we stray. There is no-one like a Mother: there is no substitute for her place and no equal to her love and placement in our own formation... +++ Motherhood is a unique gift from God. Jesus has a Mother. It is our Mother who gave us life. He was born of a Woman by Divine design. He called Her Mother and entrusted Her to us. The Mother of the Lord continues to give us the gift of the One Who is the Way, the Truth and the Life...Happy Mother's Day. May God Grant You a Beautiful Day!! - SK, "Catholic Online" --Please refer to our May 10, 2020 Parish Bulletin to read the entire Mother's Day Tribute.: https://queenofpeacepatton.org/bulletins