A Divine Mercy service, hosted by Queen of Heaven and Nativity of the Lord Jesus Parishes, will take place at Nativity of the Lord Jesus Parish (2425 Myersville Road, Akron, OH 44312) beginning at 2:30 pm on Sunday, April 28. Click on the title for more information.

Young at Heart is a dynamic group that meets monthly for fellowship and joyous times. Activities include speakers, group tours, day-trips, bingo, cards, and as always, food. Click on the title for more information.

Beginning on Divine Mercy Sunday, we will be changing our Communion Rite posture to reflect the original policy first established in 2003. Click on the title for more information.

Celebration for 2nd Graders who will be making their First Holy Communion.

Holy Saturday, April 20 Confession, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Blessing of the Food, 3:00 p.m. Easter Vigil Mass with Baptism, 7:30 p.m.   Easter Sunday, April 21 Masses 8:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m. & 12:00 Noon

Please join the Queen of Heaven Junior High PSR students on Saturday, April 20th at 12:00 p.m. as they host the Annual Easter Egg Hunt for the children of our Parish. Please arrive NO LATER THAN 12:00 p.m., in the PLC gym, and we will direct you and your child where to go to begin the hunt. The Easter Egg Hunt is for children ages 3 through Grade 5, and Grandparents age 65 and up. If you have any questions, please contact the Parish Office at 330-896-2345. Thank you!

Good Friday, April 19: Outdoor Stations of the Cross, 12:00 p.m. Indoor Stations of the Cross, 3:00 p.m. Liturgy of the Lord’s Passion, 7:00 p.m. Confession, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. and Following All Services for 1 Hour

Join our parish family for the start of the Holy Triduum with the Lord’s Supper Mass.

Wednesday, April 17 at 7:00 pm. The word Tenebrae is Latin for "shadows" or "darkness." It can also be translated as "night" or "death." The Tenebrae service is an ancient tradition in Christian history that took place on one of the last three days of Holy Week: Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, or Holy Saturday. The purpose of this service was to remember the somber events that occurred in Jesus' life from the exuberant entrance into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday through the night of Jesus' burial on Good Friday. Communion is often included in a Tenebrae service, as well. The most distinctive aspect of the service is the use of a Tenebrae "hearse," a holder for several lit candles. The flames of these candles are extinguished one by one as Scripture readings are shared to tell the story of Holy Week. This gradual descent into gloom is a representation of Jesus' increasing sorrow...Click on title to read more.

For the complete Holy Week Schedule (Masses and Services) click on the title above.

The Divine Mercy Cenacle is small faith-sharing group (Cenacle) that studies Jesus' message of Divine Mercy through St. Faustina's Diary, Sacred Scripture and the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The message of Divine Mercy emphasizes and promotes Divine Mercy as more of a devotion: It is a Way of Life. The cenacle meets on the 1st and 3rd Friday each month at 9:15 a.m. in Parish Life Center. If you would like more information or to join the cenacle contact Carol Elliott at cfelliott@neo.rr.com. Click on the title to read more on this year's Divine Mercy Sunday which is the 1st Sunday after Easter Sunday.

This First Holy Communion retreat is for all 2nd Grade PSR students and their parents. Students will practice for their First Holy Communion Day and learn how to reverently receive the Body and Blood of Jesus in the Eucharist. Lunch is included. First Communion pictures will follow starting at 2:30 p.m. in the Bride's Room. CLICK ON THE ABOVE TITLE FOR DOWNLOADABLE INSTRUCTION DOCUMENT.

Are you … a loved one … or someone you know … in need of prayer? Queen of Heaven Prayer Chain Ministry receives prayer requests and special intentions from any member of the parish (and anyone) who would like extra prayers. The request is passed on via email and prayers are offered individually at home at specified times throughout the day. If you would like to become a Prayer Warrior and join our Prayer Chain Ministry or would like to submit a prayer request, please contact Barbara Smith at sdarb10@aol.com. Also, go our NEW WEBSITE and at any time of the day you can submit a prayer request at https://queenofheavenparish.org/prayer-requests.

Please join the Queen of Heaven Junior High PSR students on Saturday, April 20th at 12:00 p.m. as they host the Annual Easter Egg Hunt for the children of our Parish. The Jr. High students are asking for donations of individually wrapped Easter candy for the Easter Egg Hunt. Any contributions that you can give will be appreciated. Please drop off any donations in the basket Marked Easter Egg Candy in the Gathering Space on the counter or in the PLC office by Sunday, April 14th. Thank you!