The Labre Ministry can use a few men, as some of our workers go south for the winter and some are out due to illness. If interested, please call Barb at 330-699-6467 or 330-507-8171. Due to unfortunate circumstances our clothing program for Labre Ministry is going to be discontinued. We will be unable to distribute clothing anymore. Canned goods will still be needed as well as monetary donations. Many thanks for all of your donations throughout the years for our those in need. We really appreciate your help.

Trapper Jack, the well-known blind former secular radio host and personality, will be our guest speaker for our Advent Mission on Saturday, December 7th at 5:35 pm Following the 4:30 pm Vigil Mass. Using his own special brand of wit, Trapper Jack, a humorous master storyteller will have you inspired with an Advent message so you will come to realize the fullness of our Catholic faith. CLICK ON TITLE TO READ MORE.

Did you know that our Rosary Makers ministry have made and gave away 7,099 Rosaries last year and have blessed others by giving away approximately 169,000 Rosaries since they started in 2002? Please come and fellowship with the Rosary Makers. CLICK ON TITLE FOR MORE INFO.

USHERS AND GREETERS are called to be Ministers of Hospitality. They are entrusted with promoting a sense of welcoming and belonging to all the faithful assembled for worship at weekend Masses. They are the first point of contact for the communal celebration of the Liturgy and because of this, should take special steps in being living representatives of the Parish Mission Statement. CLICK ON THE TITLE FOR MORE INFO.

Little Rock Bible Study’s mission is to open the word of God to the hearts and minds of his people, to provide a Catholic approach to the study of Scripture, and to help parishioners become better Christians. We provide food, fun and fellowship as we study God's word! CLICK ON THE TITLE TO READ MORE.

We are once again collecting receipts for the Green Schools Blessings in a Backpack Program through the Acme Community Cash Back Program! Last year we received $754.57 because of the receipts that were given. Remember that 5% of the total eligible amount on your receipt goes to our program to feed children ages 2-18 who are at high risk of hunger. CLICK ON THE TITLE FOR MORE INFO.

Please join the Women of Purpose Ministry for a Women’s Night of Prayer and Adoration on Wednesday, August 28 @ 6 pm, in the church. In honor of Our Mother Mary, we will be enjoying a spiritual night of Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Adoration, songs of praise, Rosary with meditations, and Benediction. Fellowship and potluck hosted by the Women of Purpose Ministry will follow in the church basement.

Welcome to Queen of Heaven Women of Purpose, faith and fellowship ministry that is based on the scripture passage Ephesians 1:1-6, and Esther 4:14 which encourages women to fulfill their fundamental vocation in life, to grow in holiness and be confirmed in the image of God. We gather to fellowship, discuss our faith through book studies, and to share our lives and faith with one another. CLICK ON THE TITLE FOR MORE INFO.

Forged in Virtue. Called to Serve. Conquest Boys Ministry is a Catholic youth ministry that helps boys, 5-16 years old, to develop their faith, encourage spiritual growth, live Christian virtue, develop character, and make a positive difference in the world around them through service. CLICK ON TITLE FOR MORE INFO.

The Little Way Girls Clubs gather weekly to strengthen their Catholic faith through virtue lessons, scripture study, examples of saints, service projects and creative activities all while fostering faith-based friendships. CLICK ON TITLE FOR MORE INFO.

Altar server ministry offers youth in grades 5 and up an opportunity to assist at Mass. Boys and girls are both welcome! Servers are critical to Father's ability to offer Mass and aide in a reverent Mass experience for all parishioners. The ministry of altar serving requires dedication, attentiveness to detail and appropriate reverence for the sacred articles and solemnity of the liturgy. Contact Deacon Steve at the Parish Office at 330.896.2345 if you have any questions about training to be an Altar Server. Top 10 reasons to serve given by existing servers...(CLICK ON TITLE)

Blessings in a Backpack provides healthy meals to all students in the Green Local Schools Pre-K through 12th grade who are at high risk of hunger over the weekends. This summer we are excited to announce the beginning of “Summer Blessings.” Any family in our Green community who feels that they need help in providing food for their children can sign up to receive food boxes at the end of every month. CLICK ON TITLE FOR MORE DETAILS ON HOW TO HELP WITH THIS MINISTRY.

This ministry entails the washing/starching/pressing linens and can be done in the convenience of your home. The washing and caring for our Eucharistic Mass Linens can be a prayerful meditation. A great ministry for stay-at-home moms/dads or retired parishioners. There is a weekly commitment for one month at a time.

The Prayer Shawl Ministry is a “cluster parish ministry” in which parishioners from Nativity of the Lord, Queen of Heaven, St. Francis de Sales and St. Paul parishes come together to pray, share information and stories of the ministry as well as tips and tricks of crocheting or knitting. CLICK ON TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

HEALTHIER LIVING and MARRIAGES VIA NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING NFP (Natural Family Planning) is a healthier lifestyle as you learn your signs of fertility and infertility. More and more couples of all faiths stop using birth control after they learn of the carcinogenic and cancer risks and negative impact on the environment. CLICK ON TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

“Journey to Peace Bereavement Support” is a ministry at Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, providing information, consolation and spiritual and emotional support for those of any faith having experienced the death of a loved one. CLICK ON TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

This is a wonderful ministry of distributing the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ during the Holy Mass or in home/nursing homes. CLICK ON TITLE FOR MORE INFO.

Labre is an outreach ministry that prepares food and distributes it to the needy every Thursday. We meet every Thursday of the year (except Thanksgiving), at 1:00 p.m. in the Parish Life Center for food preparation, and then at 4:30 p.m. we depart for Akron to the Greater Faith Church for food distribution. CLICK ON TITLE FOR MORE INFO.

The Church Environment Ministry serves to beautify the church and parish grounds i.e. adorn the altar area, create and maintain floral arrangements, prepare seasonal displays, clean and dust, tidy up pews and Gathering Space, plant, weed and water the flower beds, decorate statues, maintain the Angel Garden, and recycle plastic candles, glass and cardboard. Do you love flowers and decorating? If so, the Church Environment Ministry needs your help! Call the Parish Office at 330.896.2345 or at office@queenofheavenparish.org. if you would like to volunteer.

Queen of Heaven Respect Life Ministry comprises of a passionate group of men and women who promote the defense and understanding of the sanctity of every human life from conception to natural death, according to the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. They participate in 40 Days for Life, March for Life in Washington DC, Baby Bottle Campaign, Bake Sale fundraisers, Mother’s Day Flowers for Life, Death Penalty Awareness, Spiritual Adoption and more. We always gladly welcome new members. Meetings are monthly during the school year. If you would like to join this ministry please contact Debby Bentivegna, debbybent@aol.com.