Sunday March 12th

8:00 AM Anthony Galaso

requested by Craig Jorgensen 9:00 AM Mark Krol (Living) POLISH

requested by his Family 10:30 AM Msgr. Patrick G. Panos CHOIR

requested by OLQP Parish 12:00 PM The Nick Salleroli Family (Living) CANTOR

requested by OLQP Food Pantry Volunteers Monday March 13

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6:30 PM William O’Neill requested by Beth and James Gage, Jr.

Tuesday March 14th

8:30 AM Donald Simmons requested by Nancy O’Rourcke

Wednesday March 15th

8:30 AM Ortenzia Lobosco requested by Elaine Cornelissen 1:30 PM Charles Thielitz CHELSEA

requested by OLQP Parish Thursday March 16

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8:30 AM People of the Parish Friday March 17

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8:30 AM Harriet Damski requested by her daughter Saturday March 18

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8:30 AM Dolores and Raymond Bossard requested by Tom Bossard 5:00 PM Erminie Wagner requested by Mary and Ralph Coppola Sunday March 19

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8:00 AM Georgette Novak Broderick

requested by Nina and Joe Dodzik 9:00 AM John Patrick Gallagher POLISH

requested by the Gallagher Family 10:30 AM Fr. James J. Mc Grath CHOIR

requested by Mary Ann Mayo 12:00 PM The Hazelman Family (Living) CANTOR

requested by OLQP Food Pantry Volunteers

READINGS FOR March 19, 2017

Third Sunday of Lent First Reading: Exodus 17:3-7 Second Reading: Romans 5:1-2, 5-8 Gospel: John 4:5-42

ALTAR CLEANING

Week of March 12, 2017 Team 3 –Barbara Claeys and Gloria Wagner

FROM THE DESK OF MARY BETH

WELCOMING NEW MEMBERS The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is the process through which adults who have not completed the Easter Sacraments (Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist) prepare their minds and hearts to be open to the Spirit that comes to them anew with great power in these Sacraments. It is an initiation into a faith family – the community – in this case into the Parish Family of Our Lady Queen of Peace. It is a time of learning about our faith and discerning how God is inviting them to become an active part of our family of faith. I want to thank the team members who have been studying with our candidate this year: Pat Callahan, Patricia Daly, Amanda Anderson, and Dot Novak. Besides talking about what makes us Catholic and the Christian Way of Life, lots of time is spent on how we are called to live and share our faith. The commandments and the beatitudes are discussed and most important is an intense look at the Sacraments, especially the Easter Sacraments, the Sacraments of Initiation: Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist. This year our candidate is preparing to be confirmed. Let me introduce our candidate Kristin Tedesco. She shares her story. “My RCIA journey began when I was asked to be godmother to my cousin's son Michael McAllister. Thanks to the group I have been meeting with weekly, I have been given the inspiration to develop a better understanding of my faith and to become a more engaged Catholic. I am grateful to have gone through the RCIA process at this stage of my life because I believe it has given me the opportunity to refresh my understanding of our Catholic values, and given me the tools that I will need to be a guide for my godson as he begins his journey.” This Sunday at the 10:30 Mass we will celebrate the Rite of the Call to Continuing Conversion with Kristin and gift her with a Bible. Let us join in prayer for her during this Lenten Season as she makes her final preparation to receive the Gift of the Holy Spirit in Confirmation at the Easter Vigil.

Ever grateful for your support and prayer,

Mary Beth

PASTOR NOTES

Saints Chapel As a reminder, the Saints Chapel is open for prayerful meditation. We also have real candles as votive lights that you can use. Though the side entrance is closed, you may use the door to depart after an extended prayerful meditation. Please seek out the saints in your prayers.

Bishop Serratelli blessing Saints Chapel Feb. 26

Blood Drive Don’t’ “give up” for Lent, GIVE BLOOD!!-The Monthly Blood Drive is Sunday, March 19 (St. Pat’s Weekend) and we need your help! The Monthly Blood Drive Is held at the First Aid Squad Building, 619 Ridge Road (by the Library) from 8:30-1:30. Everyone is invited to help, including 16 year olds (with parental consent). Every donor will receive a Dunkin Donuts gift card. In addition, The WM Lions will be collecting used eye glasses & hearing aids to share with those in need. Eat a good meal before donating, bring your ID (and a friend to donate, too) and Wear green to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! Questions? Comments? Contact Jim Gilligan at 551-486-6608 or jrg2y@yahoo.com P.S. If you cannot donate, please encourage others to do so—babysit their kids, buy them breakfast, give them a ride—Remember, the need is great.

Bereavement Support The next session of bereavement support for those who are grieving the death of a loved one is being held at St. Joseph’s Church on Tuesdays, April 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. Those interested in attending please call 973-697-6100.

Great Financial Response We did it! I received good news from the Diocesan Development Office that we had reached our goal in the Bishops Annual Appeal. Our goal of $23,100 was surpassed as we have received pledges of $24,616. We actually did very well with our in-pew campaign raising $4,000 more than last year. As we ask you to fulfill your pledge, I wish to thank you on behalf of all the charities, and those in need who will benefit from your kindness.

Knights St. Pat's Breakfast Sunday March 19 from 8:30 - 12 we will be celebrating St. Patrick's Day in a breakfast way. Come enjoy a sumptuous meal of pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon, French Toast, hash browns and toast; or pick from our Continental table. Meals from $3 - $7 for adults, $5 for children 12 & under and children under 6 eat free. Bring your kids, friends, mom and dad, or your neighbor and have a fine time!

St. Patrick’s Day Dispensation On Wednesday, February 22, 2017, Bishop Serratelli issued the following dispensation: “I hereby grant a dispensation from the laws of fast and abstinence to all Roman Catholics living in or visiting this diocese on Friday, March 17, 2017. This dispensation is given with the strong recommendation that the faithful honor both Saint Patrick and this holy season of Lent by some special work of charity or exercise of piety in place of abstinence.”

OLQP Academy – OPEN ENROLLMENT OLQP Early Childhood Academy offers a

warm and caring environment where children from ages 2 ½ years and up can explore and grow as unique individuals. Each child is provided multiple opportunities to pursue individual curiosity and engage in creative self-expression. It is our goal to create a learning environment where each child’s diverse and unique gifts are uncovered, nurtured and celebrated. We are inspired by the children’s passion, natural curiosity and interpretation of the world around them! We provide a structured curriculum, developing large and small motor skills, cognitive, self-help, language and social skills. Our program includes specials such as: Religious Ed, Spanish, American Sign Language, Music & Movement, Art, Phys Ed, Science/Health & MORE! Schedules are flexible with full or half day options; before and after care provided at additional cost. We are happy to be able to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your school age children! Our KidZone is equipped with computers, rec space, homework areas, reading nook…and more! Children are given plenty of time to play both indoor and out. Homework assistance is provided to those in need! The WMBOE provides transportation to and from the following schools: Marshall Hill, Upper Greenwood Lake, Westbrook & St. Catherine’s (Ringwood). The WM Developmental Preschools also provided transportation to the Academy. For more information or to schedule a tour of our facility, please call us at 973-506-7533. Visit our website at www.OLQPAcademy.webs.com.

THIS WEEK IN OUR PARISH Sunday, March 12

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CCD Classes grade K-4 – 9:00 AM-Education Center RCIA – 11:30 AM - Library Confirmation I&II Mass – 12:00 PM – Church Confirmation I Class – 1:00 PM – Education Center AA – 7:30 PM – Cafeteria Al Anon – 7:30 PM – Gathering Space

Monday, March 13th

Evening Mass – 6:30 PM – Church Confessions – 7-8:30 PM – Church Eucharistic Adoration – 7-8:30 PM – Church Tuesday, March 14

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Lenten Bible Study – 1:00 PM – Convent CCD Classes grade 1-4 – 4:30 PM-Education Center Children’s Choir – 5:45 PM – Church Adult Choir – 7:00 PM – Church CCD Classes grade 5-8 – 7:00 PM-Education Center

Wednesday, March 15th

Lenten Bible Study – 10:00 AM – Library Lenten Soup Supper – 6:30 PM – Gathering Space Boy Scout Troop – 7:00 PM – Gym

Thursday, March 16th

Lenten Bible Study – 9:15 AM – Library Bible Study – 7:00 PM – Library

Friday, March 17th

Stations of the Cross in English – 7:00 PM Stations of the Cross in Polish – 7:30 PM Saturday, March 18

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Legion of Mary – 9:00 AM –Library Baptism – 1:00 PM – Church AA – 2:00 PM – Library Confessions – 4:00 PM – Church

Sunday, March 19th

Knights of Columbus Breakfast 8:30 AM - 12 noon – Café CCD Classes grade K-4 – 9:00 AM-Education Center AA – 7:30 PM – Cafeteria Al Anon – 7:30 PM – Gathering Space

PRAYERS REQUESTED

Please remember in your prayers the following: Tom Baron, Julie Baron-Kidder, Gail Burr, Wilma Caldwell, Mary Lou Canino, Jeanne Chacon, Doris Colborn, Anthony DiGirolamo Sr., Joan Dundorf, Nancy Ann Gallo, Ann Fitzpatrick, Pat Hajek, Suzanne Kahaly, Infant Gabriella Mann, Evelyn McCabe, Dave McClellan, Mac McCormick, Sissy Aho, Babies Ryne Onarato and Mia Onarato, Frank Pellegrino, Gemma Felice Podwol, Genevieve Puso, Cynthia Reinauer, Nicholas Salleroli Sr., Joann Somma, John Tenhula, Ursula Torella, Eileen Trahan, Ruth Wiedemann, Joe Verboys, Ann Vogel, Ann Weinschenk, Barbara Zaccaro.

Please also pray for those who have gone before us and are now at rest: Thomas Terracino, Janina Plewa, Charles Thielitz.

FINANCIAL UPDATE

Sunday Donations March 5, 2017 $6,723 Deficit Reduction $1,928 Donation For Loved One

Altar Bread for Week of March 18-24

For the Intention of the Ralph Coppola Family Requested by Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish

SHOP-RITE GIFT CARDS

Week Ending March 5, 2017

Sold – $3,090.00

Profit – $154.50 Total Profit since July 1 – $5,004.50

FOOD PANTRY ITEM

Canned Fruit

ENSURING OUR FUTURE With Your Help

Our Increased Offertory Program Commitment Sunday is this weekend at all Masses. We encourage all parishioners to complete and turn in your commitment cards to the church. The Commitment Card contains information on how to plan your increased offertory gift to the church, and asks for your commitment over the next year. If you have any questions regarding this program, or how to give electronically, please contact the parish office. Thank you for celebrating with us this weekend. Your commitment to our parish through our “Ensuring our Future" Program will continue to bring life to our community. If you were unable to complete your commitment card, you will be mailed an invitation to respond with your gifts this week. And if you have not yet done so, consider joining with many others and give your gift online. Feel free to call the parish office with any questions.

WE’VE BEEN ASKED TO ANNOUNCE

The New Jersey Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired and the Passaic County Department of Health with the support of the West Milford Health Department are holding a free eye screening on Tuesday, March 28, 2017 from 10am until 2pm at West Milford Town Hall 1480 Union Valley Rd., West Milford. This is open to all New Jersey Residents. To make an appointment, please contact the Passaic County Department of Health at 973-881-4396.