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November 2021

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	1 Month View November 1, 2021	2 9:00 Rosary Makers 6:30p Challenge Girls Club 6:30p Conquest Boys Club Month View November 2, 2021 Rosary Makers Tuesday, November 2, 9:00 AM The Rosary Makers make rosaries at the church and at home. We then package them church. We pray and fellowship as a group. We have made 169,000 rosaries since 2002. Meetings are Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. in Church Bride's Room (after the 8:30 a.m. Mass) Email office@qofh.church if you are interested in joining the group. Read More Challenge Girls Club Tuesday, November 2, 6:30 PM Little Way Girls Club meet on Tuesdays to help form faith and virtue in kids ages 4 1/2 through high school! Little Way Girls Club meet in St. Joseph Hall (basement of church). Read More Conquest Boys Club Tuesday, November 2, 6:30 PM The Conquest Boys Club meet on Tuesdays to help form faith and virtue in kids ages 4 1/2 through high school! Conquest meets in the Parish Life Center. Read More	3 9:00 Regnum Christi Women's Study 6:30p Little Rock Bible Study 7:00p Holy Name Society Month View November 3, 2021 Regnum Christi Women's Study Wednesday, November 3, 9:00 AM Read More Little Rock Bible Study Wednesday, November 3, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM The Little Rock Bible Study will be studying the book of Exodus. Read More Holy Name Society Wednesday, November 3, 7:00 PM The Holy Name Society is an active, adult men’s organization for men ages 18 and up. It honors the Holy Name of Jesus through service, social, and spiritual events. We assist the parish by supporting events and raising funds for projects and people in the parish. We attend the 8:15 am Mass together on the Second Sunday of the month and serve as Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors for that Mass. CLICK ON THE TITLE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON HOW TO JOIN THIS MINISTRY. Read More	4 1:00p Labre Outreach Ministry Month View November 4, 2021 Labre Outreach Ministry Thursday, November 4, 1:00 PM Labre is an outreach ministry that prepares food and distributes it to the needy. 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 Visitation of Mary Church for food distribution. CLICK ON THE TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT VOLUNTEERING FOR THIS MINISTRY. Read More	5 9:00 Avila Holy Hour For Vocations Month View November 5, 2021 Avila Holy Hour For Vocations Friday, November 5, 9:00 AM Please join our parish community for an Avila Holy Hour for Vocations with Benediction on the First Friday of every month in the church after the 8:30 am Mass. All are encouraged to come pray for vocations. Read More	6 8:30p First Saturday Devotion Month View November 6, 2021 First Saturday Devotion Saturday, November 6, 8:30 PM 8:30 am Mass followed by the Rosary prayed before the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Confessions will be offered after Mass. Our Lady of Fatima asks us to: Go to Confession, Receive Holy Communion, Pray 5 Decades of the Rosary & Keep Our Lady company for 15 minutes while meditating on the mysteries. Read More
7 9:30 PSR Classes 5:00p Boy Scout Troop 334 (Grades 6+) 6:30p Cub Scout Pack 3334 (Grades K-5) 7:00p Upper Room H.S. Ministry Meeting Month View November 7, 2021 PSR Classes Sunday, November 7, 9:30 AM Read More Boy Scout Troop 334 (Grades 6+) Sunday, November 7, 5:00 PM This troop meets year-round on most Sundays at 5:00 p.m. in the Parish Life Center. Come check us out or contact Scoutmaster, Dr. Jeff Cerone at jscerone@neomed.edu for more information. Read More Cub Scout Pack 3334 (Grades K-5) Sunday, November 7, 6:30 PM This pack meets, usually the first three Sundays of each month, at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Life Center from September through May. Come check us out or contact Kate McClelland at cubmaster@pack3334.org for more information. Read More Upper Room H.S. Ministry Meeting Sunday, November 7, 7:00 PM 7:00 - 8:45 pm Read More	8 10:45 Young at Heart 7:00p Society of St. Vincent de Paul Month View November 8, 2021 Young at Heart Monday, November 8, 10:45 AM Young at Heart is a dynamic group for ages 55+. This month we are meeting at Hartville Kitchen at 10:45 a.m. Read More Society of St. Vincent de Paul Monday, November 8, 7:00 PM Society of St. Vincent de Paul Monthly meeting. Please join us! CLICK ON THE TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS MINISTRY TO BECOME A MEMBER. Read More	9 9:00 Rosary Makers 10:00 Cluster Prayer Shawl Ministry 6:30p Challenge Girls Club 6:30p Conquest Boys Club 7:00p OCD/Scrupulosity Support Group Month View November 9, 2021 Rosary Makers Tuesday, November 9, 9:00 AM The Rosary Makers make rosaries at the church and at home. We then package them church. We pray and fellowship as a group. We have made 169,000 rosaries since 2002. Meetings are Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. in Church Bride's Room (after the 8:30 a.m. Mass) Email office@qofh.church if you are interested in joining the group. Read More Cluster Prayer Shawl Ministry Tuesday, November 9, 10:00 AM The Cluster Prayer Shawl Ministry meets 10:00 a.m., on the second Tuesday each month at Nativity Catholic Church (2425 Myersville Road, Akron). 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. Read More Challenge Girls Club Tuesday, November 9, 6:30 PM Little Way Girls Club meet on Tuesdays to help form faith and virtue in kids ages 4 1/2 through high school! Little Way Girls Club meet in St. Joseph Hall (basement of church). Read More Conquest Boys Club Tuesday, November 9, 6:30 PM The Conquest Boys Club meet on Tuesdays to help form faith and virtue in kids ages 4 1/2 through high school! Conquest meets in the Parish Life Center. Read More OCD/Scrupulosity Support Group Tuesday, November 9, 7:00 PM Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month at Queen of Heaven Bride’s Room from 7:00-8:30 pm. There is no charge for the meetings. For more information or questions please contact Sue at ocscrupsupport@aol.com. Read More	10 9:00 Regnum Christi Women's Study 6:30p Little Rock Bible Study Month View November 10, 2021 Regnum Christi Women's Study Wednesday, November 10, 9:00 AM Read More Little Rock Bible Study Wednesday, November 10, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM The Little Rock Bible Study will be studying the book of Exodus. Read More	11 1:00p Labre Outreach Ministry 7:00p Chosen/Confirmation Meeting Month View November 11, 2021 Labre Outreach Ministry Thursday, November 11, 1:00 PM Labre is an outreach ministry that prepares food and distributes it to the needy. 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 Visitation of Mary Church for food distribution. CLICK ON THE TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT VOLUNTEERING FOR THIS MINISTRY. Read More Chosen/Confirmation Meeting Thursday, November 11, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Parish Life Center Rooms 3 & 4 Read More	12 Month View November 12, 2021	13 7:00 QOH/Nativity's Men's Group Meeting 8:45 First Reconciliation Retreat for All 2nd Graders & Their Parents Month View November 13, 2021 QOH/Nativity's Men's Group Meeting Saturday, November 13, 7:00 AM 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. in the Parish Life Center. 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. Read More First Reconciliation Retreat for All 2nd Graders & Their Parents Saturday, November 13, 8:45 AM - 12:00 PM First Reconciliation Retreat for all 2nd grade PSR students & their parents is on Saturday, November 13, at 8:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. in the church. First Reconciliation for all 2nd grade PSR students is on Saturday, November 20, at 10:30 a.m. in the church. Any questions, contact Donna White at psr@qofh.church. Read More
14 9:30 PSR Classes 5:00p Boy Scout Troop 334 (Grades 6+) 6:30p Cub Scout Pack 3334 (Grades K-5) 7:00p Upper Room H.S. Ministry Meeting Month View November 14, 2021 PSR Classes Sunday, November 14, 9:30 AM Read More Boy Scout Troop 334 (Grades 6+) Sunday, November 14, 5:00 PM This troop meets year-round on most Sundays at 5:00 p.m. in the Parish Life Center. Come check us out or contact Scoutmaster, Dr. Jeff Cerone at jscerone@neomed.edu for more information. Read More Cub Scout Pack 3334 (Grades K-5) Sunday, November 14, 6:30 PM This pack meets, usually the first three Sundays of each month, at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Life Center from September through May. Come check us out or contact Kate McClelland at cubmaster@pack3334.org for more information. Read More Upper Room H.S. Ministry Meeting Sunday, November 14, 7:00 PM 7:00 - 8:45 pm Read More	15 Month View November 15, 2021	16 9:00 Rosary Makers 6:30p Challenge Girls Club 6:30p Conquest Boys Club Month View November 16, 2021 Rosary Makers Tuesday, November 16, 9:00 AM The Rosary Makers make rosaries at the church and at home. We then package them church. We pray and fellowship as a group. We have made 169,000 rosaries since 2002. Meetings are Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. in Church Bride's Room (after the 8:30 a.m. Mass) Email office@qofh.church if you are interested in joining the group. Read More Challenge Girls Club Tuesday, November 16, 6:30 PM Little Way Girls Club meet on Tuesdays to help form faith and virtue in kids ages 4 1/2 through high school! Little Way Girls Club meet in St. Joseph Hall (basement of church). Read More Conquest Boys Club Tuesday, November 16, 6:30 PM The Conquest Boys Club meet on Tuesdays to help form faith and virtue in kids ages 4 1/2 through high school! Conquest meets in the Parish Life Center. Read More	17 9:00 Regnum Christi Women's Study 6:30p Little Rock Bible Study Month View November 17, 2021 Regnum Christi Women's Study Wednesday, November 17, 9:00 AM Read More Little Rock Bible Study Wednesday, November 17, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM The Little Rock Bible Study will be studying the book of Exodus. Read More	18 1:00p Labre Outreach Ministry Month View November 18, 2021 Labre Outreach Ministry Thursday, November 18, 1:00 PM Labre is an outreach ministry that prepares food and distributes it to the needy. 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 Visitation of Mary Church for food distribution. CLICK ON THE TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT VOLUNTEERING FOR THIS MINISTRY. Read More	19 Month View November 19, 2021	20 9:00 Society of St. Vincent de Paul Ozanam Center Volunteer Day 10:30 First Reconciliation for All 2nd Grade PSR Students 5:30p Sister Mercedes Torres, OP - Talk on Vocations 7:30p Korean Mass Month View November 20, 2021 Society of St. Vincent de Paul Ozanam Center Volunteer Day Saturday, November 20, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Volunteers help distribute food and clothing to the needy. Call parish office at 330-896-2345 to volunteer. The Ozanam Center is located at Visitation of Mary Church, 93 Kent St., Akron, OH 44305. Read More First Reconciliation for All 2nd Grade PSR Students Saturday, November 20, 10:30 AM First Reconciliation for all 2nd grade PSR students is on Saturday, November 20, at 10:30 a.m. in the church. Any questions, contact Donna White at psr@qofh.church. Read More Sister Mercedes Torres, OP - Talk on Vocations Saturday, November 20, 5:30 PM On Saturday, November 20, 5:30 p.m. , Sister Mercedes Torres, OP, of the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist, will give a vocation talk to Upper Room H.S. Youth Group in Saint Joseph Hall after the 4:30 p.m. Mass. Pizza will be served afterward. Read More Korean Mass Saturday, November 20, 7:30 PM Read More
21 No Class - Upper Room H.S. Ministry Meeting 9:00 Upper Room H.S. Ministry Service Project 9:30 PSR Classes 5:00p Boy Scout Troop 334 (Grades 6+) 6:30p Cub Scout Pack 3334 (Grades K-5) Month View November 21, 2021 No Class - Upper Room H.S. Ministry Meeting Sunday, November 21 No Class because of Service Project earlier in the day: Leaf Cleanup Day with QOH/Nativity Men’s Group at Loyola Retreat House, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Read More Upper Room H.S. Ministry Service Project Sunday, November 21, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Service Project – Leaf Cleanup Day with QOH/Nativity Men’s Group at Loyola Retreat House (700 Killinger Rd, Clinton, OH 44216), 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.; no evening class. Read More PSR Classes Sunday, November 21, 9:30 AM Read More Boy Scout Troop 334 (Grades 6+) Sunday, November 21, 5:00 PM This troop meets year-round on most Sundays at 5:00 p.m. in the Parish Life Center. Come check us out or contact Scoutmaster, Dr. Jeff Cerone at jscerone@neomed.edu for more information. Read More Cub Scout Pack 3334 (Grades K-5) Sunday, November 21, 6:30 PM This pack meets, usually the first three Sundays of each month, at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Life Center from September through May. Come check us out or contact Kate McClelland at cubmaster@pack3334.org for more information. Read More	22 2:00p Spiritual Life Committee Meeting Month View November 22, 2021 Spiritual Life Committee Meeting Monday, November 22, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM PLC, Classrooms 1 & 2 Read More	23 9:00 Rosary Makers 3:20p Upper Room Youth Group Ministry Service Project 6:30p Challenge Girls Club 6:30p Conquest Boys Club 7:00p OCD/Scrupulosity Meeting Month View November 23, 2021 Rosary Makers Tuesday, November 23, 9:00 AM The Rosary Makers make rosaries at the church and at home. We then package them church. We pray and fellowship as a group. We have made 169,000 rosaries since 2002. Meetings are Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. in Church Bride's Room (after the 8:30 a.m. Mass) Email office@qofh.church if you are interested in joining the group. Read More Upper Room Youth Group Ministry Service Project Tuesday, November 23, 3:20 PM Blessings in a Backpack Annual Thanksgiving Meal Packing Day, 3:20 p.m. at Green Intermediate School garage. Read More Challenge Girls Club Tuesday, November 23, 6:30 PM Little Way Girls Club meet on Tuesdays to help form faith and virtue in kids ages 4 1/2 through high school! Little Way Girls Club meet in St. Joseph Hall (basement of church). Read More Conquest Boys Club Tuesday, November 23, 6:30 PM The Conquest Boys Club meet on Tuesdays to help form faith and virtue in kids ages 4 1/2 through high school! Conquest meets in the Parish Life Center. Read More OCD/Scrupulosity Meeting Tuesday, November 23, 7:00 PM Meetings are held the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month at Queen of Heaven Bride’s Room from 7:00-8:30 pm. There is no charge for the meetings. For more information or questions please contact Sue at ocscrupsupport@aol.com. Read More	24 9:00 Regnum Christi Women's Study 6:30p Little Rock Bible Study Month View November 24, 2021 Regnum Christi Women's Study Wednesday, November 24, 9:00 AM Read More Little Rock Bible Study Wednesday, November 24, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM The Little Rock Bible Study will be studying the book of Exodus. Read More	25 1:00p Labre Outreach Ministry Month View November 25, 2021 Labre Outreach Ministry Thursday, November 25, 1:00 PM Labre is an outreach ministry that prepares food and distributes it to the needy. 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 Visitation of Mary Church for food distribution. CLICK ON THE TITLE FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT VOLUNTEERING FOR THIS MINISTRY. Read More	26 Month View November 26, 2021	27 7:00 QOH/Nativity's Men's Group Meeting Month View November 27, 2021 QOH/Nativity's Men's Group Meeting Saturday, November 27, 7:00 AM 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. 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. Read More
28 9:30 NO CLASSES 5:00p Boy Scout Troop 334 (Grades 6+) Month View November 28, 2021 NO CLASSES Sunday, November 28, 9:30 AM Happy Thanksgiving! Read More Boy Scout Troop 334 (Grades 6+) Sunday, November 28, 5:00 PM This troop meets year-round on most Sundays at 5:00 p.m. in the Parish Life Center. Come check us out or contact Scoutmaster, Dr. Jeff Cerone at jscerone@neomed.edu for more information. Read More	29 Month View November 29, 2021	30 9:00 Rosary Makers 6:30p Challenge Girls Club 6:30p Conquest Boys Club Month View November 30, 2021 Rosary Makers Tuesday, November 30, 9:00 AM The Rosary Makers make rosaries at the church and at home. We then package them church. We pray and fellowship as a group. We have made 169,000 rosaries since 2002. Meetings are Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. in Church Bride's Room (after the 8:30 a.m. Mass) Email office@qofh.church if you are interested in joining the group. Read More Challenge Girls Club Tuesday, November 30, 6:30 PM Little Way Girls Club meet on Tuesdays to help form faith and virtue in kids ages 4 1/2 through high school! Little Way Girls Club meet in St. Joseph Hall (basement of church). Read More Conquest Boys Club Tuesday, November 30, 6:30 PM The Conquest Boys Club meet on Tuesdays to help form faith and virtue in kids ages 4 1/2 through high school! Conquest meets in the Parish Life Center. Read More

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  BEREAVEMENT LUNCHEON
  
  Funerals and Bereavement Luncheon Page
  
  BLESSINGS IN A BACKPACK
  
  About: 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. We are excited to announce the beginning of “Summer Blessings” the Summer of 2019. 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. Without Queen of Heaven’s support over the last seven years we would have been unable to service EVERY child who has come to us for food.
  Meetings: Want to help? Please place all donated food in the cabinet labeled "Blessings in a Backpack" in the Gathering Space in the back of the church..Packing days are announced in the bulletin. We meet to pack the backpacks in the maintenance garage at the Green Intermediate School across the street from the church.
  Contact: Jennifer Doerrer by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  Most Needed Items for the School Year*:
  Pasta in a can, Individual apple sauce or pudding cups, hearty soups, oatmeal, individual cereal cups or boxes, peanut butter, mac and cheese, low salt Ramon noodles, canned vegetables, beef stew, and Individual cups of fruit.
  *DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR WE CAN NOT PASS OUT ANY ITEMS THAT ARE STORED IN GLASS
  
  Most Needed Items for Summer:
  46 ounce apple sauce jars, jelly, beef stew, pasta in a can (SpaghettiOs with meat balls), peanut butter, pasta/egg noodles, spaghetti sauce, and tuna fish
  
  CHURCH ENVIRONMENT MINISTRY
  About: We serve 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 if you would like to volunteer.
  Contact: Parish Office, office@qofh.church
  
  CONQUEST FOR BOYS
  About: 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.
  Meetings: Tuesdays, September - May; 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in Parish Life Center, starting on September 10th, 2019.
  Contact: Steve Kelley by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  DIVINE MERCY CENACLE
  
  About: The Divine Mercy Cenacle is a 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.
  Meetings: 1st & 3rd Friday, 9:15 a.m. in Parish Life Center
  Contact: Carol Elliott by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  HEAVENLY NEWS NEWSLETTER
  
  About: Our mission is to provide parish news and updates to all registered parishioners concerning items like parish groups, events, and people, as well as the Catholic faith. Assignments are handled through email.
  Meetings: Writing and submitting quarterly articles.
  Contact: Carina Klockner by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  HOLY NAME SOCIETY
  
  About: The Holy Name Society is an active, adult men’s organization for men ages 18 and up. It honors the Holy Name of Jesus through service, social, and spiritual events. We assist the parish by supporting events and raising funds for projects and people in the parish. We attend the 8:15 am Mass together on the Second Sunday of the month and serve as Eucharistic Ministers and Lectors for that Mass. We host Friendship Sunday on the 3rd Sunday of the month by providing donuts for the parishioners while they fellowship.
  Members and their wives gather many times a year for socials, summer barbecue, and special presentations. We offer to pray the rosary for any deceased member of the parish at the person’s wake. Some of our recent fundraising efforts are: we purchased the electric sign in front of the church, helped pay for replacing the glass on the church doors, and paid for the handrails leading up to the altar.
  
  Meetings: 1st Wednesday of the month, 7:00 p.m. in Parish Life Center.
  Contact: Joseph Leone by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  JOURNEY TO PEACE BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT
  
  About: For those of any faith having experienced the death of a loved one, this ministry provides information, consolation, spiritual and emotional support. Group members strive to provide Christian support and guidance for daily living; for anyone suffering grief, whether recent or lingering from the past. Click here for more information
  Meetings: Usually on Mondays in the Fall & Spring for six-week sessions, 7:00 p.m.
  Contact: Sue Lyons by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  KOREAN MASS
  
  About: Mass celebrated in the Korean language.
  Mass times: The 3rd Saturday of each month @ 7:30 p.m. in the church.
  Contact: The parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  LABRE OUTREACH MINISTRY
  
  About: Labre is an outreach ministry that prepares food and distributes it to the needy every Thursday.
  Meetings and Distribution: The Labre Ministry provide hot meals, groceries, and personal items to families in need, and homeless individuals, on a weekly basis. Volunteers meet in the PLC kitchen every Thursday from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Tasks include hot meal and sandwich preparation, bagging personal care items, sorting clothing, kitchen clean-up, and loading the food truck. Six to eight volunteers then head out for distribution from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Volunteers are also at work earlier in the week visiting the Akron Foodbank, baking desserts at home, preparing donated items for distribution, etc.
  Contact: Joe at baldone11@gmail.com or by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  Note: We would like to thank everyone who donates to our LABRE outreach (homeless ministry). Donations may be left in the Labre cupboard, in the church Gathering Space. Financial support welcomed with checks payable to Queen of Heaven -- LABRE, and put it in an envelope and place it in the weekly collection basket (or bring to church office).
  
  LAY MINISTRY (Altar Servers, Greeters/Ushers, Extraordianry Ministers of Holy Communion)
  
  Lay Ministers Page
  
  LINEN CARE MINISTRY
  
  About: 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.
  Meetings: Weekly commitment for one month at a time
  Contact: Parish Office, office@queenofheaven.org
  
  LITTLE ROCK BIBLE STUDY
  
  About: A Bible Study group to open the word of God to the hearts and minds of his people. To provide a Catholic approach to the study of Scripture. To provide food, fun and fellowship as we study God's word. To help us become better Christians.
  Meetings: Wednesdays, 3rd week of September - December; 7:00 p.m. in PLC
  Contact: Terry Smith by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  LITTLE WAY GIRLS CLUBS
  
  About: Weekly gatherings strengthen Catholic faith through virtue lessons, scripture study, examples of saints, service projects and creative activities all while fostering faith-based friendships.
  Little Blossoms: PreK - K
  Little Flowers: 1st - 5th grade
  Chosen: 6th - 12th grade
  Meetings: Tuesdays, September - May; 6:30 p.m. in Church Basement, starting September 10th, 2019.
  Contact: Suzette Wolfe by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  MEALS MINISTRY
  
  About: To serve the members of Queen of Heaven Parish through the corporal works of mercy. We care for those in need during times of life changes, including birth of babies, illness, death or other life events by providing meals for them and their family members.
  Meetings: None
  Contact: Tracey Herstich, if you are interested in joining this ministry or if you are in need of meals by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  MUSIC MINISTRY
  
  Music Ministry Page
  
  NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING (NFP)
  
  About: HEALTHIER LIVING and MARRIAGES VIA NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING
  NFP (Natural Family Planning) is a healthier lifestyle as you learn your signs of fe rtility 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. Couples using NFP appreciate learning this 99% effective method and are known for their strong marriages (less than 5% divorce rate). If you are using birth control for medical reasons, need a fertility specialist or to balance your hormones at different stages of life, contact Dr. Margarita Lassaletta at 330-336-5046.
  Contact: Kay and Ben Metzler, by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  More Information: For NFP meetup events, videos, and to find live and online classes click HERE or sign up for Mercy Medical Center’s Sunday classes starting July 7 ^th & Oct. 13 ^th at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2019-natural-family-planning-classes-tickets-55349731537 ; Mercy’s NFP info https://www.cantonmercy.org/natural-family-planning/ .
  
  PARISH COUNCIL
  
  About: The purpose of Parish Pastoral Council is to promote the spiritual growth of the parish community and to plan ways for the parish to carry out the mission of the Church. Parish Council is a consultative body that makes recommendations to the Pastor on major matters concerning the life and pastoral ministry of the parish.
  Meetings: 3rd Monday of the month, September - May; 7:30 p.m. in PLC
  Contact: The parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  PASTORAL CARE MINISTRY
  
  About: Volunteer on staff and coordinate communion visits to our homebound parishioners and Catholic residents at GreenView and the Gables of Green Senior Living facilities and extended care facilities.
  Contact: Patricia Newman  by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  PRAYER CHAIN
  
  About: Sign up to offer prayers for others. Prayer requests are sent via email.
  Contact: Barbara Smith  by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  Go to our website to submit an email prayer requests: https://queenofheavenparish.org/prayer-requests.
  
  PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
  
  About: The Prayer Shawl Ministry is a “cluster parish ministry” in which several parishes come together to pray, share information and stories of the ministry as well as tips and tricks of crocheting and knitting. The shawls brought in are blessed (usually by Deacon Smith). We end with a prayer remembering those who have received or need to receive a shawl. Our shawls are an outward sign of love and caring --- a hug --- to anyone who needs one.
  Meetings: 2nd Tuesday each month, 10:00 a.m. at Nativity of the Lord Jesus Church, all year-round.
  Contact: Ginny Smith by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  PRO-LIFE MINISTRY
  
  About: The 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. We participate in 40 Days for Life, March for Life in Washington DC, Baby Bottle Campaign, Bake Sale fundraisers, Flowers for Life, Death Penalty Awareness, Spiritual Adoption and more. We always gladly welcome new members.
  Meetings: Monthly during the school year
  Contact: Debby Bentivegna by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  Pro-Life Page
  
  PARISH SCHOOL OF RELIGION (PSR)
  
  About: Parish school of Religion (PSR), grades Pre-K through 8, offers solid Catholic teachings designed to form active, loving adults.
  Meetings: Sundays, September - May; 9:30 - 10:40 a.m.
  Contact: Donna White, psr@qofh.church
  PSR Page
  
  QUEEN OF HEAVEN/NATIVITY MEN'S GROUP
  
  About: A Christian Men's Group that includes men of all ages; we foster spiritual growth and leadership in a Christian family, and also provides fellowship with other Christian men.
  Meetings: Every other Saturday, September - May; 7:00 a.m.
  Contact: Paul Childers,by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS (RCIA)
  
  About: RCIA is a program of instruction and discernment for adults who wish to join our Catholic Faith Community. The RCIA teams shares in the faith formation process of individuals desiring to enter the Catholic Church through the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation on the Easter Vigil.
  Meetings: Mondays, September - Pentecost; 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. in PLC
  Contact: Steve Dyer
  RCIA Page
  
  ROSARY MAKERS
  
  About: We make rosaries at the church and at home. We then package them at the church. We pray and fellowship as a group. We have made 169,000 rosaries since 2002.
  Meetings: Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. in Church Bride's Room (after 8:30 a.m. Mass)
  Contact: Margaret Brown by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  SCRUPULOSITY (OCD) SUPPORT GROUP
  
  About: This group provides a small lesson, inspirational message and confidential sharing.
  Meetings: 2nd & 4th Tuesday, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in Church Bride's Room
  Contact: Sue Lyons, by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL
  
  About: Our mission is to assist the needy in our area who have nowhere else to turn for help. We assist with utilities, rent, food, etc. In addition, we coordinate the Back-to-School Drive and Giving Tree program at Christmas.
  Meetings: 2nd Monday of the month, year-round in PLC
  Contact: Paul Gruic or Debbie Ludwig by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  SPIRITUAL LIFE COMMISSION
  
  About: The Spiritual Life Commission plans and organizes religious experiences in the area of spiritual growth and development of the parish. The commission is open to all parishioners who are knowledgeable or willing to gain knowledge in the different ways people approach and experience God.
  Meetings: Last Monday of each month, September - May; 2:00 p.m. in PLC
  Contact: Cindy Bosnakovic by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  UPPER ROOM YOUTH MINISTRY
  
  About: Our high school youth ministry builds Catholic disciples through food and fellowship, understanding the faith, and encountering Christ.
  Meetings: Usually every other Sunday during the school year, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in PLC.
  Contact: Steve Dyer
  Upper Room Page
  
  WOMEN OF PURPOSE
  
  About: 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. All women 18 years or older are welcome to join us.
  
  Meetings: Every other Wednesday, September - May; 6:30 p.m. in the Church Basement
  Contact: Daphne Stewart by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
  
  VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL (VBS)
  
  Vacation Bible School Page
  
  YOUNG AT HEART
  
  About: This dynamic group is open to all parishioners and non-parishioners age 55+. They meet monthly for fellowship and joyous times. Activities include speakers, group tours, daytrips, bingo, cards, and food.
  Meetings: 1st Monday of each month in the PLC @ 1:00 pm.
  Contact: Judy Minatodani or Janice Erb by calling the parish office at 330.896.2345 or email office@qofh.church.
- VOLUNTEER
  
  For more information and participation inquiries about our ministries, please contact the parish office at 330-896-2345 or office@q ofh.church.
  
  Lay Ministries include:
  Altar Servers
  Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
  Greeters & Ushers
  Lectors (Readers)
  Music Ministry
  LAY MINISTERS LINK
  MUSIC MINISTRY LINK
- MINISTRY CORNER NEWS
  
  Giving Tree
  
  Due to COVID-19, Queen of Heaven will only be collecting gift cards for the Green Good Neighbors Giving Tree Program this year. A tree is in the Gathering Space with tags for gift cards for children, teens and groceries. Please put any gift cards in the box under the Giving Tree. All gift cards need to be turned in by Sunday, November 28. Thank you so much for your generosity.
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  Society of St. Vincent de Paul Ozanam Center -- Volunteers Needed!
  
  The Ozanam Center in Akron located at the Visitation of Mary Church, 93 Kent Street, Akron, OH 44305, serves the people of our area with food and clothing. The center is a volunteer only based ministry. The center is only open from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturdays except for holidays (volunteers come a half hour early). We are looking for more volunteers to help with distribution, especially sorting clothing and bringing it to the clothing room for people to pick. The next Queen of Heaven scheduled volunteer day at the Ozanam Center is Saturday, November 20, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Call the Queen of Heaven Parish Office at 330-896-2345 if you can volunteer on either day. If you cannot make either of those Saturdays, call 330-467-5762 (Cathie or Jim) to volunteer on a different Saturday.
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  Society of St. Vincent de Paul - Thank you!
  
  Queen of Heaven Society of St. Vincent de Paul Conference wants to say ‘"Thank you" for your donations to assist the needy in our area. Your donations this past year of $16,730.00 helped assist 42 families in amount of $10,655.00. Assistance included utilities, rent, housing for the homeless and school supplies. We personally contact or visit each family to assess their need and provide aid based on our visits. Thank you again for your support.
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  Jr. High and H.S. Upper Room Fall Retreat - Saturday, Dec. 11, 10:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
  
  For students grades 7th-12th grade; NET Ministries dynamic retreat includes Mass, Adoration & Confession. Click on the title for more information. Register with Steve Dyer at steved@qofh.church or Donna White at psr@qofh.church.
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