A *Million Thanks* to everyone who helped in any way for the success of our Annual Christmas Bake Sale. Special thanks to Father Ananias and his dedicated bakers who give countless hours of their time. This bake sale is one of our biggest and it takes a mountain of volunteers to pull it off, and for this we are eternally grateful for your commitment and dedication. No job is ever too small, so from our smallest to our tallest volunteers, *We Thank You!!!* --- AND *Many, Many Thanks* to everyone who visited us and bought some of our homemade Christmas Bakery items. *We So Appreciate Your Support!!!*

This Year, the Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God on January 1, is not a Holy Day of Obligation. Mass is scheduled for 7:30 a.m.  -- Parish Bulletin, Dec. 24, 2023.

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 David A., Joe A., Annette B., Paul & Liz C., Mary Ann F., Clara F., Leona H., Mary H., Rose M., Carol M., Marsha S., Ron (T.) W., Rita W., William Y., Baby Michael M., Br. Michael, O.S.B., Mary Lou K., Luke F., Janice (K.) W., Dawn K., Roy J., Christine W. Tom M., Ford S., Britta A., Dorothy G., Karen K., Dave B., Dave W., Evelyn C., Britany M., Elizabeth & Carol G., Polly S., Anthony D., Angel S., Marjorie D., William D., Sarah M., Mildred W., Dean & Donna D., Mary Jo R., Jacob M., Bernie R., and Derek M. May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 24, 2023.

Saturday, Jan. 6, the CCD Class for the 9th Grade will have a retreat. You must attend the Saturday, 5 p.m. Mass, after which Father Ananias will facilitate the Retreat. It is expected to end at 7:30 p.m. Parents/Guardians and Sponsors are encouraged to attend. ​​​​​​​--Parish Bulletin, Dec. 24, 2023.

Please pray for the repose of the souls of Margaret W., Theresa H. (sister of Linda, Leona & Ken) and Lucille W. 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, Dec. 24, 2023.

Happy, Happy Birthday wishes to Dot K., who is celebrating her special day on Tuesday, December 26. Your Queen of Peace Parish Family sends their love and best wishes for a wonderful day! --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 24, 2023.

Wishing you Joy and Blessings for the Holy Christmas Season! --Father Ananias, O.S.B.

Bible Study on the Book of Revelation – Father Michael, O.S.B., Pastor of St. Benedict Church in Carrolltown is hosting this study, beginning Monday, January 15, following the 6:30 p.m. Mass and every Monday evening following in the Church Hall. There is no cost and there is no requirement to attend every week. Mark the date on your calendar. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 24, 2023.

Christmas Masses (Ordinary Form) + 5 p.m. - Christmas Eve, Sunday, December 24 + 9 a.m. - Christmas Day, Monday, December 25 New Year's Mass (Ordinary Form + 7:30 a.m. – New Year’s Day, Monday, January 1  (Not a Holy Day of Obligation this year)

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 David A., Joe A., Annette B., Paul & Liz C., Mary Ann F., Clara F., Leona H., Mary H., Rose M., Carol M., Marsha S., Ron (T.) W., Margaret W., Rita W., William Y., Baby Michael M., Br. Michael, O.S.B., Mary Lou K., Luke F., Janice (K.) W., Dawn K., Roy J., Christine W., Tom M., Ford S., Britta A., Dorothy G., Karen K., Dave B., Dave W., Evelyn C., Britany M., Theresa H., Elizabeth & Carol G., Polly S., Anthony D., Angel S., Marjorie D., William D., Sarah M., Mildred W., Dean & Donna D., Mary Jo R., Jacob M., Bernie R., and Derek M. May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 17, 2023.

Following the Ember Days on December 20, 22, & 23, there will be Benediction on Sunday, December 24, immediately following the 11 a.m. Mass. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 17, 2023.

The Parish Office will be closed on Tuesday, December 26. The Parish Office will be open on Friday, December 29 from 9 AM – Noon. ------Parish Bulletin, Dec. 17, 2023.

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Lucille W. (Mother of Lenny). May flights of angels wing her to Paradise, and may her soul and the souls of all the Faithful departed, through the Mercy of God, Rest in Peace. Amen. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 17, 2023.

The Christmas Mass Schedule in the Ordinary Form is: + Christmas Eve., Sunday, Dec. 24, at 5 p.m. + Christmas Day, Monday, Dec. 25, at 9 a.m.N +++ *Please note: Christmas is a Holy Day of Obligation. Your Sunday Mass obligation (by attending Mass on Saturday evening or on Sunday morning) does not fulfill your obligation to attend Mass for the Holy Day of Christmas.)

The Saint Vincent de Paul Society will meet for their regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, December 20, following morning Mass (8:30 a.m.) in the Queen of Peace Spiritual Resource Library.

We have several Christmas gift bags left that the CCD Students packaged. If you know of someone who is homebound and would enjoy one, please call the Parish Office, 814-674-8983, during office hours (Mon, & Fri.: 9-3; Tues., Wed., & Thurs., 9-12 noon). The gift bags will be given on a first come basis. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 17, 2023.

Christmas Choir Practice will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, December 20; Thursday, December 21; and Friday, December 22, to practice and prepare for our Lord’s Birth. We welcome new voices!

Chicken Dinners – This Sunday, December 17, prepared by the local Queen of Angels Council of the Knights of Columbus, beginning at 11 a.m. – until sold out from the upper level of the Parish Center. --- Dinners are $10 and are available for takeout only. No phone orders taken. --- We thank you for your continued support and wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year! ----​​​​Parish Bulletin, Dec. 17, 2023.

Each Sunday evening at 7 p.m. during the Season of Advent (Dec. 3, 10, & 17), the last “hour” of the Divine Office will be prayed here at Queen of Peace Church. Night Prayer consists of a hymn, 3 Psalms, a “brief” reading from Scripture, the Nunc Dimittis of Simeon, and a concluding prayer. Please, treat yourself to 30 minutes of soothing prayer.

Penance Service will be held on Tuesday, December 19, from 6-8 p.m., at St. Bernard Church, Hastings (*Note*: Change in Location). There will be several Priests present to hear Confessions. ----Parish Bulletin, Dec. 10, 2023.