We need YOU! We are so very blessed to have such a large, beautiful parish property… but we do have a LARGE property that we would like to continue to keep beautiful. It can take many hours for a few people, or it can take a few hours for many people. Do you have an occasional hour or two to help us by being part of our Parish Beautification Ministry? Simple projects can range from picking up trash to planting some colorful flowers and shrubs or helping with the weeding on a regular basis. Please contact the parish office at (330) 896-2345 if you are interested.

“Bring Your Pets to Mass,” an outdoor Mass with pet blessing will commemorate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi and his love of animals. It will be held at 11:00 am Mass on Sunday, October 2 for attendees and their pets (on leashes or caged, please). Bring your lawn chair. In case of rain, take your pets into the church for the 11:00 am Mass.

The Grief Recovery Method Program/Sessions will be offered at Loyola Retreat House on September 6, 13, 20 & 27. This will be four sessions on Tuesday afternoons from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Light refreshments included. You’ll need to purchase The Grief Recovery Method Handbook by Russell Friedman; any edition is acceptable. To register or for more information, please call the Loyola Retreat House at 330-896- 2315, Grief Specialists Ellen Barber at 330-801-0463 or Ann Clark at 330-612-5234. The cost for this complete grief recovery program is $100.00 to grieve any kind of loss.

Please join our parish community for Mass on Labor Day, Monday, September 5, at 9:00 a.m. in the outdoor pavilion. Afterward there will be a donut social.

Join us for Mass on the Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary at 8:30 a.m. in the church and 7:00 p.m. is outdoors and followed by a Living Rosary. Bring your lawn chairs.

Be informed! AM1260 The Rock offers a variety of programs to help you understand our changing world and important news, including landmark Supreme Court decisions like the Dobbs case. • EWTN Pro Life Weekly: Every week, a team of pro-life experts shine the light of truth on abortion, euthanasia, assisted suicide, and the culture of death. Airs Sundays at 10AM EST. • Say Yes to Life: Host Peter Range, Executive Director of Ohio Right to Life, spreads a culture of life through examining issues of life such as abortion, poverty, and euthanasia. Airs Sundays at 8:30 PM EST. • EWTN News Nightly: Tracy Sabol presents daily news from around the globe including top stories and daily reports from the White House, Capitol Hill, and Rome. Weekdays at 9 PM EST. For more information and a complete schedule of programs, visit www.am1260therock.com or call 216-227-1260.

We are happy to announce that The Bethlehem Christian Families will be visiting Queen of Heaven Parish on the weekend of August 20th & 21st. We encourage you to look over our beautiful hand carved items. We value your support through these unprecedented times. We will be accepting cash, credit cards & checks.

Journey to Peace Bereavement Support – a ministry of information, consolation, spiritual, and emotional support – is offering a free six-week series on Mondays at Queen of Heaven Church from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in the Gathering Space beginning on September 12 and running through October 17, 2022. The ministry members will strive to provide support and guidance for daily living for anyone suffering grief, whether recent or lingering from the past. For more information or to register, call Sue Lyons at mamachewl@aol.com, or call the parish office at (330) 896-2345.

On Sunday, August 21st, the vigil of the feast day of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Heaven Parish will be hosting a free all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the church pavilion after the 11:00 a.m. Mass. (starting around 12:00 p.m.). All are welcome to attend.

A special 10-week closed session Grief Support Group starts Monday, September 12, 2022 and runs for 10 consecutive Mondays 6:30pm – 8:30 p.m. to support those dealing with the loss of loved ones due to suicide. This specialized support group is limited to 15 participants (at least 10) and an initial in person intake meeting is required for registration. The meetings will take place at St. Albert the Great parish, 6667 Wallings Road, North Royalton OH 44133, Hall A – Lower level of church. Please contact Terri Yohman with the Diocese Marriage & Family Ministry Office to schedule your intake meeting. 216-696-6525 ext. 2322. The cost of the group is $40. Sponsored by The Diocese of Cleveland, Office of MFM in collaboration with Cornerstone of Hope.

The Dominican Sisters of Peace invite any Christian man or woman who desires to deepen their commitment to gospel living to become a Dominican Associate. Linked to the prayers and works of the Dominican Order, Associates live their ordinary lives supported by the four pillars of prayer, study, community, and service. An information night will be held at Our Lady of the Elms Convent Meeting Room 1230 W. Market Street Akron, OH 44313, on August 24th at 7:00 p.m. For more information, email Mary.Noel@oppeace.org or (330) 836-4908.

Monday, August 8 – 7:00pm at St. Stephen’s Catholic Church, 1930 W. 54th St. (near Lorain Ave.), Cleveland. We’re taking a field trip this month! Join us for a tour of this historic church known for its hand-carved altar (and more!), statues and German ancestry. After the tour, Fr. Bede Kotlinski, OSB will explain the differences in the 3 Latin Masses and Novus Ordo (post Vatican II). The Mass Explained will answer questions we have about what the various parts of the Mass signify. Cost is $10.00 per person which includes light appetizers & refreshments. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Pay online or at the door. Be sure to RSVP either way. Register in advance at: www.theologyontherocks.wixsite.com/west (click on title).