The heart of Discovering Christ is this: the Good News is for YOU! Join us for this exciting new seven session series where we gather to share a delicious meal, listen to a dynamic teaching, and explore answers to some of the most important questions worth asking about God and finding ultimate purpose in life, like, "What's my purpose?" and "Why does Jesus matter?" These questions are for every stage of belief, whether you are in the pew, fallen away or unbaptized. Please join us as we...DISCOVER CHRIST! Click on the title to learn more and to register on our website.

On Sunday, September 8, from 9:15-10:45 a.m, Queen of Heaven Parish Spiritual Life Commission will be hosting an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the pavilion to welcome all PSR students & their families. The breakfast is in between the two morning Masses. All parishioners are welcome to attend.

On Sunday, September 8, from 9:15-10:45 a.m, Queen of Heaven Parish Spiritual Life Commission will be hosting an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast in the pavilion to welcome all PSR students & their families. The breakfast is in between the two morning Masses. All are welcome to attend.

Our Pro-life Ministry will begin the 20th - 40 Days for Life Campaign at Planned Parenthood in Canton on Wednesday, September 25 – Sunday, November 3. We need help praying in front of Planned Parenthood. Sign up at www.40daysforlife.com.

You are invited to the Celebrate Life Dinner on Saturday, September 21 at St. Barbara Parish Life Center with guest speaker Monica Kelsey, the founder of Safe Haven Baby Boxes. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. with dinner at 6:00 p.m. Dinner cost will be $10.00. Reservations are required by September 14, 2024. Make your check payable to Right to Life of Stark County, PO Box 8834, Canton, Ohio 44711. Please include for each reservation form: name(s), address(es), phone & cell phone number(s), and email(s) of each person wanting to attend; or call Mary at (330) 837-4227.

The 10th National Day of Remembrance of Aborted Children will be on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Fr. Thomas Cebula will lead the Pro-Life Stations of the Cross at the grotto at Little Flower Parish in Canton, Ohio. This memorial service is made possible by Little Flower Parish Respect Life Ministry, 40 Days for Life/Canton and Right to Life of Stark County.

Join us for Outdoor Stations of the Cross on he Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross on Saturday, September 14 at 9:05 a.m. (after the 8:30 a.m. Mass), weather permitting.

Please join our parish community for Mass on Labor Day, Monday, September 2, at 9:00 a.m. in the pavilion, weather permitting. There will be a doughnut social afterward. Note: The parish office will be closed on Labor Day. We will resume regular office hours on Tuesday, September 3 at 9:00 a.m.

Join Chesterton Academy of Akron staff, board members, and partners for their first ever Whiskey and Cigar Event – “Educating the Next Generation”, sponsored by Citizens Bank. Enjoy choice whiskey and bourbon from the full-service bar, famous and exclusive cigars, and locally sourced appetizers. Hear from a panel as we discuss community involvement in education and Chesterton Academy of Akron’s impact on the community. • Where: The Cigar Lodge 2989 S Main St, Akron, OH 44319 • When: Tuesday, August 27th, 6 PM to 9 PM • What: whiskey and cigar social, panel discussion, and networking session • Cost for Admission: Free! Registration at the door. • Cigars, beverages, and appetizers will be provided at no additional cost for attendees. Contact Claire Carano, Assistant to the Headmaster, at 330-299-5117 or [email protected] with questions.

If you have ever wondered whether God is calling you to become a Sister, we encourage you to join us for a free Come and See Retreat, September 13-15, 2024 at our Dominican Sisters of Peace Motherhouse in St. Catharine, Kentucky. We invite you to give yourself the gift of some time to PRAY with our Sisters, to share with other women of FAITH who are discerning God’s call, to discover God’s PURPOSE for your life, to enjoy a behind-the-scenes experience of COMMUNITY LIFE, and to explore RELIGIOUS LIFE lived out as a Dominican Sister of Peace. To learn more about this free opportunity, visit our website at oppeace.org/become-a-sister. Still have questions about the event and how you might fit? Send me (Sr. June Fitzgerald, OP) an email at [email protected] or call or text me at 570-336-3991 and I'd be happy to chat with you and answer any concerns.

The Fr. Hilkert Ozanam Center at The Visitation of Mary Parish is asking for volunteers to help the needy with clothing and groceries. Queen of Heaven’s next upcoming scheduled volunteer days are on Saturdays, September 21, October 19, November 16 and December 21, 2024, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. If you have any questions on volunteering, please call the parish office at (330) 896-2345. The Visitation of Mary Parish is located at 93 Kent St., Akron.

The Korean Mass that was to be held on Saturday, August 17 at 6:00 p.m., has been cancelled. The next Korean Mass will be on Saturday, September 21 at 6:00 p.m.

The Cluster Prayer Shawl Ministry will meet at 10 am, on Tuesday, August 13, at Nativity Catholic Church.  Please bring your shawls and any work in progress.  If anyone in the parishes knows of someone in need of a prayer shawl or if you have any questions, please contact Barb at 330-699-4769 or Louise at 330-571-3384.  This ministry meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10: a.m.

An Approved Support Group under the Department fo Marriage and Family Ministry – Diocese of Cleveland. A "Caring and Sharing" session for those struggling with divorce, separation or widowhood will be held on Monday, August 12 from 7:00-8:30 pm at Immaculate Heart of Mary's Convent Building, 1945 Portage Trail in Cuyahoga Falls. Marlene, a retired Social Worker, will facilitate this session. This event is open at no charge to people of all faiths. Sessions are held every month on the 2nd Monday. For information call Marlene 330-607-6284.

Support our Cub Scouts’ fundraiser! Purchase a platinum car wash for $15.00 (a $27.00 value from SGT Clean Car Wash) from any Cub Scout in Pack #3334 and help the pack make their fundraising goal that will offset the new council fees! Purchase online at https://wlink.live/2024_pack3334 and your car wash code will be immediately sent to you! The code never expires and is easily transferable, making for wonderful gifts for family, friends or co-workers! You can also scan the QR code to the right to buy One now. Thank you for supporting our cub scouts!

Boy Scout Troop 334 and Cub Scout Pack 3334 are collecting ACME receipts now through February 15, 2025. We will earn 5% cash back from participating brands. We are asking all parishioners to save their ACME receipts and turn them into the envelope on the bulletin board in the Gathering Space to help us earn money for troop activities. Thank you for your support!