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MISSION STATEMENT
We are a Roman Catholic family centered in the Eucharist, rooted in our immigrant traditions since the 1800’s and devoted to our Blessed Mother. Humbly guided by the Holy Spirit, and with the warmth and hospitality that springs from a small community, we seek to share our faith in Jesus Christ through prayer, devotion, education, stewardship, and service to others.
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Treasurers from our tradition
How long have there been parochial schools in the United States? Longer than you may imagine. The Jesuit fathers opened Saint Mary School in Philadelphia in 1782 in the first light of independence. Catholic and Protestant squabbles about the nature of education forced the Fathers to make this risky and innovative venture in the heart of the city. The school was closed by a devastating fire in 1902, but reopened in 1968 as St. Mary Interparochial School, the first example of a shared parochial school. It is also the only Catholic school within the confines of a national park. This is the “Mother School” of this uniquely American institution. Many parochial schools, especially in “national parishes,” were established to preserve the culture and language of the “old country,” and also to protect young people from prejudice.
In other countries, Ireland for one, the Church is authorized to run national schools, sometimes under the sponsorship of a parish. In still other places, such as Quebec, publicly-funded “separate schools” were administered by the Church. Wherever the state funds Catholic schools, normally enrollment is guaranteed to all applicants. The Quebec system was dismantled in 1998 when the state decided to reorganize schools along linguistic lines rather than religious affiliation. Parochial schools require considerable sacrifice, but they endure as a distinctive treasure of the Church in the United States.
—Rev. James Field, Copyright © J. S. Paluch Co. -
Something New
Check out the new page on the website that list many of the activities happening in our diocese. Just follow this LINK to see what is going on in other parishes in the diocese.
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News
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September 25Guide to help you with the 2018 Election.
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September 14Our Lady Queen of Peace introduces another opportunity to bridge the ages and keep youth involved in our faith:
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September 11AN EVENING OF FAITH & INSPIRATION FOR ALL MEN Sponsored by "Let Me Be" Ministries
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What's Going On in the Parish
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Thursday, October 4, 6:00 PM
Annual Pet Blessing -
Tuesday, October 16, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
EM training at Our Lady Queen of Peace -
Thursday, October 25, 7:00 PMThe Living Rosary
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Saturday, November 3, 5:30 PM
Annual Holy Name Society Stag Kielbasa Dinner -
Saturday, November 105th Annual Ladies Night Out.
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Saturday, November 17A day of Refection - Details to follow
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Friday, February 8, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PMTim Tebow Foundation "Night to Shine"
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Word on Fire
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Where to find us
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Today's Readings
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Reading 1 Prv 21:1-6, 10-13
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THE Full CALENDAr
CLICK HERE to go to the Full Calendar. You can find many events that are not list on the home page. This is the most up to date place to find out what is happening in the parish.
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Links to Other Special Interest Sites