"Thanks to audio streams on Vatican Radio and videos provided by Vatican Media, in collaboration with YouTube, the faithful will be able to follow every major moment of Jubilee 2025 thanks to the Vatican News portal, offered in 53 languages including sign language." --- To read more of this Vatican News article, please copy/paste the following link: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/vatican-city/news/2024-12/vatican-media-to-offer-full-coverage-of-jubilee-2025-events.html (Image: "Vatican News," above link)

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Ruth M. P.(Mother of Pam D.). 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. 29, 2024.

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 fundraisers, 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!!!* --- Also, thank you to everyone who braved the cold morning, standing outside waiting for the door to open, we appreciate your patience! The initial “rush” was overwhelming, to say the least!! The bake sale was very successful and we thank everyone for their patronage. ----Parish Bulletin, Dec. 29, 2024.

iGiveCatholic – All donations will be applied to the Restoration of walls behind the 2 side Altars. -- New Donations: $390.00. To date: $19,737.84. *Thank You!* ----Parish Bulletin, Dec. 22, 2024.

St. Benedict Church will have Bible studies beginning Monday, January 6, at 7 p.m. The study will be on the first eleven chapters of Genesis; from the Creation to the Tower of Babel. No cost to attend. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 22, 2024.

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 & Konnie A., Rose C., Paul & Liz C., Andy DeL., Mary Jo D., Mary Ann F., Katie F., Alberta H., Leona H., Mary E. H., Patty K., Rose M., Nancy P., Marsha S., Ron (T.) W., David W., William Y., Carol A., Andy & Terry B., Dean & Donna D., Luke F., Elsie J., Mary Lou K., Dawn K., Derek M., Jacob M., Dave & Harry M., Rachel S., Ford S., Christine W., Bob W., Tom Y., Mary J., Fred P., Ron R., Amber I., Austin Scott M., Theresa B., Quinton M., Br. Michael, OSB., Britta A., Karen K., Dave B., Elizabeth & Carol G., Polly S., Anthony D., Angel S., Marjorie D., William D., and Bernie R. May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 22, 2024.

Prince of Peace Parish, 811 Chestnut Ave in Northern Cambria, is hosting a Christmas Concert on Thursday, December 26, at 7 p.m., featuring the Ortiz Schola. Come and enjoy the season of Christmas by listening to carols and hymns while meditating on Our Lord’s Nativity. All are welcome! --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 22, 2024.

"Let us all rejoice in the Lord, for our Savior has been born in the world. Today true peace has come down to us from heaven." --Entrance Antiphon for The Nativity of the Lord: At the Mass During the Night, Dec. 25, 2024.

The Parish Office will be closed on Thursday, December 26. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 22, 2024.

Happy Birthday Wishes to Dot K. whose special day is Thursday, December 26. Your Queen of Peace Parish Family sends you their love and best wishes for a wonderful day. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 22, 2024.

For the last-minute shoppers, we are extending the Bake Sale to this Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 23 & 24, from 9 am to 5 pm in the Upper Level of the Parish Center. There is a *limited* number of baked goods available for some last-minute Christmas shopping. For the last-minute shoppers, we are extending the Bake Sale to this Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 23 & 24, from 9 am to 5 pm in the Upper Level of the Parish Center. There is a *limited* number of baked goods available for some last-minute Christmas shopping. Below is a short list of the bakery treats *currently* available for sale... (Please click on the above title link to read more.)

Christmas Ornament, entitled “Infant Jesus,” has arrived! The price will stay the same at $20. All others are on display in the Parish Office. The 2023 ornament, “The Nativity” is still in stock for $10, buy additional past ornaments for $5/each! ... (Please click on the above title link to read more.)

Dec. 22 - Night Prayer As Advent Piety -- Each Sunday evening at 7 p.m., during the Season of Advent (Dec. 22), the last “hour” of the Divine Office will be prayed here at Queen of Peace Church. Please make room on your busy schedule for a soothing 30 minutes of prayer. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 22, 2024.

News Flash! The Parish's 2024 Christmas Ornament has just arrived! The ornament depicts the Infant Jesus in the Manger as displayed above the High Altar at Christmas. -- The ornament is available for sale at just $20. Stop by or call the Paris Office. Parish Office Phone: 814.674.8983. Office Hours: Mon. & Fri.: 9-3; Tues., Wed., Thurs.: 9-12 noon. ----Wishing you a Joyous, Blessed Christmas!

Father Ananias will Bless Baby Jesus Figures, (for your Creche) the weekend of December 21/22 after all the Masses. *Please place your figures on the rail after Mass and Father will bless them.*

Christmas Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, December 21, doors open at 9 a.m. Come early for best selection! There are *no pre-orders.* This is your last chance before Christmas. FYI: Our elves have baked approx. 30,000 cookies so far! Featuring: Christmas cookie platters & trays; cinnamon rolls; pumpkin rolls; fruit & nut rolls; Panettone & various breads; Brandied Fruit Cake; Yule Logs; ‘Ole English Plum Puddin;’ cheddar cheese balls; and so much more.... --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 15, 2024.

​Christmas Choir Practice will be held on Friday, December 20, & Saturday, December 21, at 7 p.m., and, Sunday, December 22, at 2 p.m., to practice and prepare for our Lord’s Birth. We welcome new voices!! --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 15, 2024.

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 & Konnie A., Rose C., Paul & Liz C., Andy DeL., Mary Jo D., Mary Ann F., Katie F., Alberta H., Leona H., Mary E. H., Patty K., Rose M., Nancy P., Marsha S., Ron (T.) W., David W., William Y., Carol A., Andy & Terry B., Dean & Donna D., Luke F., Elsie J., Mary Lou K., Dawn K., Derek M., Jacob M., Dave & Harry M., Rachel S., Ford S., Christine W., Bob W., Tom Y., Mary J., Fred P., Ron R., Amber I., Austin Scott M., Theresa B., Quinton M., Br. Michael, OSB., Britta A., Karen K., Dave B., Elizabeth & Carol G., Polly S., Anthony D., Angel S., Marjorie D., William D., and Bernie R. May they embrace their trials in union with the Crucified Christ for the salvation of souls, and the remission of sins. --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 15, 2024.

Please pray for the repose of the soul of Dolores H. 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. 15, 2024.

Young Adult Group – Our next Theology on Tap is Wednesday, December 18, at 6 p.m., at Boulevard Grill (165 Southmont Blvd, Johnstown) with Deacon Rick Messina speaking on the Holy Family and Catholic Family Life. Our group is also Christmas Caroling at Hilltop Heights Health & Rehab Center on Saturday, December 21, at 1 p.m. All young adults, 18-39 are welcome! For more info, contact Geoffrey Stumpo at 814-659-7415 or [email protected] --Parish Bulletin, Dec. 15, 2024.