Join us on Monday, September 9, at St. Catherine of Siena Shrine (308 Old Rt. 22 in Duncansville). Masses at 7:45 a.m. & 12:05 p.m., with Rev. Fr. Jeremy J. Mohler as the celebrant and homilist. Mass and Rosary Procession at the Shrine at 5:30 p.m. with Rev. Fr. Michael Pleva as the celebrant and homilist. Please bring a lawn chair, and in case of inclement weather, the outdoor Mass will be moved inside... (Please click on the above title link to read more.)

Join us on Sunday, September 1, from 8 a.m.-1 p.m., for a delicious breakfast buffet, served in the lower level of the Parish Center by the Men of the Parish. --- Prices: Adults (13+), $12, Children (5-12), $7 and Children (under 5), free. Thank you for your continued support. ------Parish Bulletin, Aug. 25, 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., Paul & Liz C., Mary Ann F., Katie F., Patty H., Alberta H., Dolores M. H., Leona H., Patty K., Rose M., Nancy P., Marsha S., Ron (T.) W., William Y., Carol A., Andy & Terry B., Dean & Donna D., Luke F., Colleen G., Elsie J., Mary Lou K., Dawn K., Derek M., Jacob M., Tom M., Rachel S., Ford S., Christine W., Bob W., Austin Scott M., Theresa B., Quinton M., Br. Michael, OSB., Britta A., Karen K., Dave B., Britany M. Elizabeth & Carol G., Polly S., Anthony D., Angel S., Marjorie D., William D., Mildred W., 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, Aug. 25, 2024.

Patton Fire Company #1 is sponsoring a Car Show / Cruise on Sunday, September 1, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., at the Patton Park. There will be cars; trucks; and bikes. Trophies and dash plaques awarded with a judged event. There will be food, games, music, and vendors. The swimming pool opens at Noon. Music provided by DJ Wild Willie... (Please click on the above title link to read more.)

Bishop Carroll Back-to-School Basket Raffle – Chances can be purchased in the B.C. cafeteria on Wednesday, August 28, from 5-7:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Sept. 3, thru Friday, Sept. 6, from 2:45-3:45 p.m.; and Saturday, Sept. 7, from 2-4 p.m... (Please click on the above title link to read more.)

Please pray for the repose of the soul of James Dale S. (Uncle of Chris J.). 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, Aug. 25, 2024.

Young Adult Group (18-39) – We had a very successful July with Theology on Tap, Benediction, board games, and our first young adult hike! Our next Theology on Tap is Wednesday, August 28, at the Boulevard Grill (165 Southmont Blvd., in Johnstown) at 6 p.m. with Fr. Stephen Mary Waruszewski T.O.R. of SFU speaking on the Blessed Virgin Mary... (Please click on the above title link to read more.)

*Last Call* for Annual Wedding Anniversary Liturgies: Reservations *must* be made through the Queen of Peace Parish Office, 814-674-8983, for either celebration by Tuesday, August 27. (Please click on the above title link to read more.)

Prince of Peace Church, 811 Chestnut Ave. in Northern Cambria is hosting an “All you can Eat” Breakfast on Sunday, August 25, from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (or sold out) in their Parish Social Hall. Prices: Adults (13+), $10 / Children (5-12), $5 Children (under 5), free. All are welcome! --Parish Bulletin, Aug. 18, 2024.

All donations will be applied funding the Church's new heating/air conditioning units. --- New Donations: $4,193.00. To date: $84,858.00. --- *Thank You!* --- P.S. To reach our goal of $102,000, we are short $17,142 (as of 8/18). --------Parish Bulletin, Aug. 18, 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., Paul & Liz C., Mary Ann F., Katie F., Patty H., Alberta H., Dolores M. H., Leona H., Patty K., Rose M., Nancy P., Marsha S., Ron (T.) W., William Y., Carol A., Andy & Terry B., Dean & Donna D., Luke F., Colleen G., Elsie J., Mary Lou K., Dawn K., Derek M., Jacob M., Tom M., Rachel S., Ford S., Christine W., Bob W., Austin Scott M., Randy F., Theresa B., Quinton M. Br. Michael, OSB., Britta A. Karen K., Dave B., Britany M., Elizabeth & Carol G., Polly S., Anthony D., Angel S., Marjorie D., William D., Mildred W., 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, August 18, 2024.

The Saint Vincent de Paul Society will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, August 21, following morning Mass (8:30 a.m.) in the Queen of Peace Spiritual Resource Library. All members are asked to attend. --Parish Bulletin, August 18, 2024.

Queen of Peace Special Activities Committee is once again selling a 6-month Lottery Ticket/Card for 2025. The price remains at $20/ticket, which consists of 2 numbers based on the first 7 PM daily Pick 3 drawing. Only 500 tickets printed. The tickets sell quickly, so get them early! A great holiday gift idea! --- If interested, stop by the Parish Office to purchase “your lucky ticket” or call Jack (814-674-8948); Jay (814-674-5434); Dee (814-674-8809); or Grace (814-674-8762). -------Parish Bulletin, August 18, 2024.

The Vesperale (“evening”) Covering, usually wool felt, is placed, protectively, upon the Altar between Masses in order to stave off dust & candle wax. They, more importantly, indicate that the Altar is at rest and the Sanctuary “slumbers.” +++ Our newly commissioned cloths are embellished with “Have Mercy on Us” (Sacred Heart); Pray for Us” (St. Joseph) and for the High Altar “Christ Our God to Earth Descendeth, Our Full Homage to Demand” and were chain stitched on an 1874 machine recently put back into service... (Please click on the above title link to read more about the Vesperale Covering. +++ Image: "Vesperales." ©2024 St. Martha's Guild, St. John Cantius Church, Chicago, IL. )

Chicken Dinners – Sunday, August 18, 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 kind support! --Parish Bulletin, Aug. 11, 2024.

The Saint Vincent de Paul Society will hold their monthly meeting on Wednesday, August 21, following morning Mass (8:30 a.m.) in the Queen of Peace Spiritual Resource Library. All members are asked to attend. --Parish Bulletin, August 11, 2024.

Almighty God, our Heavenly Father, You have committed to Your Holy Church the care and nurture of Your children. Enlighten with Your wisdom those who teach and those who learn, that rejoicing in the knowledge of Your truth, they may worship You and serve You from generation to generation; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen... --Parish Bulletin, Aug. 11, 2024.

Patton Fire Company #1 is sponsoring a Car Show / Cruise on Sunday, September 1, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., at the Patton Park. There will be cars; trucks; and bikes. Trophies and dash plaques awarded with a judged event. There will be food, games, music, and vendors. The swimming pool opens at Noon. Music provided by DJ Wild Willie. --- Baskets are needed for an auction that will be held to benefit the park. Drawings begin at 4 p.m. For info regarding the basket auction, call the Patton Boro Office. All other questions on this event or the car show, contact Daryl Haluska at 814-327-0474 or Lucas Campbell at 814-502-6777. ---- --Parish Bulletin, Aug. 11, 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., Paul & Liz C., Mary Ann F., Katie F., Patty H., Alberta H., Dolores M. H., Leona H., Patty K., Rose M., Nancy P., Marsha S., Ron (T.) W., William Y., Carol A., Andy & Terry B., Dean & Donna D., Luke F., Colleen G., Elsie J., Mary Lou K., Dawn K., Derek M., Jacob M., Tom M., Rachel S., Ford S., Christine W., Bob W., Austin Scott M., Randy F., Theresa B., Quinton M., Br. Michael, O.S.B., Britta A., Karen K., Dave B., Britany M., Elizabeth & Carol G., Polly S., Anthony D., Angel S., Marjorie D., William D., Mildred W., 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, Aug. 11, 2024.

Many, many thanks to the Special Activities Committee for their generosity once again in covering the cost of a new compressor that was installed in the Parish Center walk-in freezer. The cost was $3,629.00. May God Bless your generosity. Please continue to support their fund-raising efforts! --Parish Bulletin, Aug. 11, 2024.