All families seeking to learn more about Archbishop Hoban High School are encouraged to register to attend the Fall Open House on Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, 1–3 p.m. To register and learn more, visit hoban.org/visit or contact the admissions office at 330.849.2149 or admissions@hoban.org.

First Reconciliation is on Saturday, November 20, 2021, 10:30 am in the church. Retreat for all 2nd Grade PSR Students and Parents is on Saturday, November 13, 2021, 8:45 am - 12:00 pm in the Parish Life Center.

CYO winter sports are right around the corner! Queen of Heaven youth (grades 3-8) are invited to sign up for basketball or cheerleading through St. Francis de Sales parish. The cost is $125.00 for basketball and $45.00 for cheerleading. Coaches are also needed. Please contact John Hardesty at jhardesty@stfparish.com if interested in registering or coaching!

Please Join with AM1260 the Rock as we pray and fast for our dear priests who give their lives unselfishly to our Holy Catholic Church and bring us the great gift of Christ in the Sacraments on Friday, October 29, 2021. Queen of Heaven will be participating as a prayer site for this event. Our church and Adoration Chapel (separate building from the church) will be open for all to come and pray before the Blessed Sacrament from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. For more information or a list of all participating churches go to https://am1260therock.com/event/day-of-prayer-and-fasting-for-priests-3.

Calling All Men! The QOH/Nativity Men’s group has started our fellowship meetings for the year (September-May). We meet every other Saturday, 7:00 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. The next meeting is on Saturday, November 27, 2021. This is a great way for men to grow in faith, make new friends, and nurture our church community. All are welcome. If you are interested and want more information don’t hesitate to contact Paul at Prchilders4@gmail.com or Andy at andylindaplatt@gmail.com.

Conquest (for boys ages 4 ½ through high school) and Challenge (for girls ages 4 ½ through high school) have kicked off their club year! If you’re interested in a Catholic club where your son or daughter will learn about saints, virtues and the Catholic faith as well as have fun with like-minded kids, contact the church office at 330-896-2345. Clubs take place every Tuesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

The Cluster Prayer Shawl Ministry will meet at 10:00 a.m., on Tuesday, October 12, at Nativity Catholic Church. Please bring your shawls and any work in progress. Also donations to our homeless shelter can be brought at this time. Please contact Barb at 330-699-4769 or Louise at 330-571-3384 with any questions.

Fridays, October 22 & November 12, 8:30 a.m. We believe experiencing our community is the best way to get to know the Elms. When you come to campus, we will pair you with a current student to meet classmates and attend classes. All interested students can take the High School Placement Test in the morning then spend the afternoon with the Elms community. Register at www.theelms.org.

Fridays, October 15 & November 12, 12:00 p.m. The Elms is the only all-girls, faith-based school grades 1 - 12 with a co-ed preschool and kindergarten in Northeast Ohio. Visit with us virtually to hear from faculty, staff, and students. We will answer questions about being back in the classroom, virtually tour the campus, ask questions, and learn what an Elms education is all about. Learn more at www.theelms.org.

Join our parish for several opportunities to pray the Rosary together during the “Month of the Holy Rosary”. - Tuesday, October 19, 7:00 p.m. – outside behind the Parish Rectory, we will pray the Rosary around a bonfire.  - 8:00 a.m. in the church – Before all weekday Masses, Monday-Saturday. - Sundays before the 8:15 p.m. Masses during the month of October – Upper Room will be leading the Rosary before Mass, starting at 8:00 p.m.

The next meeting of the Community of Praise Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group is October 11 at 6:30 p.m. at Walsh University, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel, 2020 East Maple Street, North Canton, OH 44720. This group is affiliated with the Catholic Charismatic Renewal of the Diocese of Youngstown, Ohio, and an Apostolate of Magnificat of Stark County, Ohio. For more information you may call Rosemary - 330-499-9371. Check out our website at: communityofpraise.org.

It’s that time again! The Fall Spirit Drive is coming to listener-supported AM 1260 The Rock: Wednesday, October 13 - Friday, October 15, 2021. Debbie Georgianni from “Take 2 with Jerry and Debbie” and special guests throughout the Spirit Drive will lead us with inspiring conversation, revelation and formation revolving around the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist. Don’t miss out on supporting this vital apostolate which is teed up to evangelize 2,000,000 souls in greater Cleveland. You don’t have to wait for the Pledge Drive to support Catholic radio. Visit www.am1260therock.com and click on the orange “Donate Now” tab in the upper right corner or call us at 216-227-1260. Catholic radio has changed lives and converted hearts. Thank you for your generous support!!

Please join us for a Mass for the Sanctification of Priests on Thursday, October 21, 6:30 p.m., at Walsh University - Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel, 2020 E Maple St, North Canton, OH 44720. Mass will be followed by a Holy Hour with Rosary and Benediction. Please come to this Mass to pray with us. Our priests and Our Holy Mother Church are in desperate need of more pray-ers!!! The Holy Mass is the most powerful form of prayer.

October 13 @ 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. -- $125.00/Ticket Save the date for Wednesday, October 13th, 2021, for our annual Reverse Raffle at Guy’s Party Center! With great food, a silent auction, plenty of chances to win, and a grand prize of $3,000, the Loyola Reverse Raffle is a night to remember. Only 150 tickets will be sold, so be sure to get yours before it’s too late! Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with hors d’oeuvres and an open bar. Dinner is served at 7:30 p.m., followed by the silent auction, side boards, and drawing. Tickets are $125.00 each which includes two buffet dinners and an open bar. Gather your friends and make a table of eight! Plan on joining us for Loyola’s 2021 Reverse Raffle! For more information or to register to attend go to www.loyolaretreathouse.com or call 330.896.2315.