Mary Our Queen Church Making Missionary Disciples of Jesus 3405 S. 118th Street ▪ Omaha, Nebraska 68144 ▪ 4023338662 ▪ www.maryourqueenchurch.com The Most Holy Body and Blood of Jesus Christ June 23, 2019 PASTOR: Rev. Robert K. English ASSOCIATE PASTOR: Rev. Augustine Gama MASS SCHEDULE Daily Mass 6:20am (MondayFriday) 8:15am (MondaySaturday) Sunday Obligation 5:30pm Saturday 7:30am, 9:00am, 11:00am and 5:00pm Sunday EXPOSITION AND BENEDICTION Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament every Monday after the 8:15am Mass. Benediction and Reposition at 6:45pm Monday evening. CONFESSIONS MondayFriday: 5:30pm6:00pm Saturday: 4:00pm5:20pm Eve of Holy Day:5:00pm5:20pm MARRIAGE PREPARATION Call the Parish Office at least six months in advance BAPTISM CLASSES Baptism classes are held the first Sun- day of the month at 2:00 pm in the Up- per Room. Baptisms are the second and third Sundays of the month at 12:00pm RCIA If you are interested in becoming Catho- lic, please contact Ann Hagenau at 402.331.5119. HOLY ORDERS/RELIGIOUS LIFE Contact one of our priests or Director of Vocations, Fr. Andrew Roza at 402.558.3100
The annual Global Rosary Relay for the sanctifica- tion of priests is on the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, June 28, 2019. We encircle the world in prayer once again, now in its tenth year, with more shrines than ever taking part in what is now recog- nized as a truly significant and powerful devotional initiative within the Catholic Church to recognize and bless the work of priests serving the faithful the world over. For more information on joining this Global Rosary Relay, visit https:// www.worldpriest.com/annualglobalrosaryrelay/
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Our Associate Pastor, Fr. Augustine Ga- ma, will soon move to St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Omaha. Please join us to bid him farewell! Fr. Gama will celebrate Mass on June 29th at 5:30pm, followed by a reception in the Trinity Rooms. Dinner and desserts will be served. A video is being put together to mark Fr. Gama’s time with us here at Mary Our Queen. Please submit any videos or photos to: [email protected]
Used Eye Glasses for Ligera The health clinic at our sister par- You are invited to the highly ac- ish in Tanzania needs your used claimed Omaha premier of Where prescription eye glasses. There There is Darkness which tells the will be a glasses collection box in story of Fr. Rene Robert who reach- es out from beyond the grave to the Narthex from Saturday, June save the life of the man who mur- 15th through Sunday 30th. Thank dered him. This true crime docu- you for helping the parishioners in mentary has received numerous Ligera. awards from various film festivals around the world. Come get inspired by the story of one man’s witness of Service, Forgiveness, and Love. Knights of Columbus Update Where There is Darkness will be shown July 8, 10, 12, and The Knights elect officers every year, 14 at the AMC Westroads Theatres, 10000 California although most of the time we serve 2 Street, Omaha, NE. Advance purchase is recommended years as a gentleman's agreement. This as seating is limited. Tickets will be available the day of is the second year for the current slate, show if the theater is not sold out. Admission is $10 ad- including Vinnie Vigneri as Grand Knight vance purchase, and $15 day of show. To view the trailer, and Chris Lawler as Deputy Grand show times and to purchase tickets, please visit wher- Knight. ethereisdarkness.com. This film is not rated. Not suitable Thank you for your service, Gentlemen! for children under the age of thirteen.
Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Open to all we pray for vocations, our priests, I am thankful for the birthday our marriages, singles, and our children who cards and kind words I re- have fallen away from the faith. We also pray the ceived as I celebrated my Chaplet of Divine Mercy. Please join us for this th beautiful opportunity on the first Sunday of each 75 birthday. God bless you month at 3:00pm.. all, Fr. Carl A. Salanitro
Spirit Catholic Radio (Spirit 102.7FM) presents Treasures of the ChurchNa relics exposition and healing ministryNat St. Patrick Catholic Church (Gretna) on Wednesday, July 24 at 7 p.m. at St. Robert Bel- larmine Catholic Church (Omaha) on Thursday, July 25 at 7 p.m. and at St. Patrick Catholic Church (Council Bluffs) on Friday, July 26 at 7 p.m. More than 150 sacred relics will be on displaysome believed to be as old as 2,000 years. Among the treasures are relics of St. Therese of Lisieux, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Anthony of Padua, St. Thomas Aquinas and St. Faustina. In addition, there will be a piece of a veil believe to have belonged to Our Lady and one of the largest remaining pieces of the True Cross in the world. Presented by Fr. Carlos Martins of the Companions of the Cross. Attendees are encouraged to bring their articles of devotion (such as rosaries, holy cards, etc.) and pictures of ill friends/family members which may be touched to the reliquaries as a means of intercessory prayer. The ministry has had reports of healing among a number of visitors to the exposition. More details can be found at spiritcatholicradio.com/treasures . The event is FREE and open to the public. A Note of Thanks and Goodbye MOQ from Father Gama Dear MOQ Parishioners. st Last Friday, June 21 was my eighth year Priesthood Anniversary. Thank you very much for your prayers and best wishes. I came to Monday, June 24, 2019 Mary Our Queen still a baby Priest and have been growing here for 6:20 AM † Poor Souls (AG) three years. Memories of the eight years of my Priesthood have 8:15 AM † Lawrence & Mary Ann Sak (AG) many connections to Mary Our Queen Parish. I have stayed here for three good years since after my graduation at Creighton University; Tuesday, June 25, 2019 and during this time, you have been my dear family and friends. It 6:20 AM † Max Snowdon (AG) has been a blessing for me to be with you as friends, and for you as 8:15 AM † Peggy (Shepoka) Sullivan (BE) a Priest. When I remember all that you have shared with me, saying Wednesday, June 26, 2019 goodbye becomes such a sorrowful thing. It’s not easy to leave be- 6:20 AM † Virginia Grzywa (AG) hind you the people you love; but that is what our Lord Jesus Christ 8:15 AM † Kristine Littrell (BE) wants us to do as He told His disciples to leave all things behind them, to renounce themselves completely, keeping back nothing of Thursday, June 27, 2019 6:20 AM † Poor Souls (BE) their self love, their families, friends and neighbors. Following this teaching I have to say goodbye to you, my dear friends. 8:15 AM Haddick Family (BE) Friday, June 28, 2019 I was blessed to stay with people of great love who have shared 6:20 AM † Delia Cerutis (AG) many of the significant moments with me. You shared your joys and 8:15 AM † Dowell Family (BE) grief with me. Some of you learned a little Swahili and called me Saturday, June 29, 2019 “kaka” brother and “Rafiki” a friend. If that is not enough, some of 8:15 AM † Patrick Hoyt (BE) you have come to my hometown and stayed with my family in Tanza- 5:30 PM † Neal Sapp (AG)(BH) nia (three of you are going again with me this summer). You have taught me to be Missionary Disciple of our Lord by adopting a Sister Sunday, June 30, 2019 Parish (Ligera) from my home Diocese. This is so great love indeed. 7:30 AM † Virginia Hoffman (BE)(SF) It is therefore natural for me to feel that I am part of Mary Our Queen 9:00 AM † Kristine Tannehill (BE) family. You have made me to miss you when I am gone. Because of 11:00 AM Mary Our Queen Parishioners (AG) such a great love and concern to me, I find myself I must bear your 5:00 PM † Phyllis Carrig (AG) names in my heart, not only in my daily personal prayers, but also whenever I offer the sacrifice of the Holy Mass in my daily celebra- BE Fr. Bob English | AG Fr. Augustine Gama tions. I also ask you to pray for me as I am going to make a new TF Deacon Tom Frankenfield | SF Deacon Steve home, a new family and new friends at Saint Vincent De Paul, Oma- Floersch | BH Deacon Bob Hamilton | Deacon ha since July First, next month. I can not ask for anything better than Tim McNeil | DM Deacon Dave Mederios saying thank you very much and Goodbye. May God keep us and bless us all. Fr. Augustine Gama Prayer Chain To add a name to our prayer chain, Summer Book Club M Last Tuesday of the Month at 1:00 please contact Connie Be a part of the MOQ Summer Book Club! In the month of June the group Garza (4023332168) or will be discussing The Biggest Lie in the History of Christianity (the Matthew Sheila Gehrman, (402 Kelly book that was handed out as a gift at Christmas). The July book will be 3339595). decided at the June meeting. The MOQ Summer Book Club will meet the last Tuesday of the month at 1:00 in the St Joseph Room (6/25, 7/30, 8/27). No Prayers of the Faithful To add a name to the weekly need to register M just show up! Please call Mary Leighton at 4026890067 prayers of the faithful for the recently deceased or the with any questions. sick, please contact the Parish Office at 402.333.8662 or email Harmony at hsjau- Join your fellow MOQ parishioners who [email protected]. Please include your contact in- have registered with FORMED, our parish formation to allow us to follow up. Names will be read internet portal to a wide variety of Catholic for two weeks, and those in hospice care will be read media content. Available are videos, audio, until an update is provided. and ebooks on Catholic faith formation, sacramental preparation, bible studies, movies, documentaries, apologetics, Our Soaking Prayer Team (SPT) is audio dramas, and much more. Mary Our Queen has subscribed to available to pray with you! Please FORMED for our parishioners, so access is free. watch for our sign on the Narthex ta- To sign up for FREE, register at: maryourqueenchurch.formed.org. If ble and listen for the pulpit announce- asked for an access code, enter KH8Z3J. ment. Come to the Family Room after This Week’s Recommendations: Mass. We will greet you and pray with you for your prayer needs. Any questions, please call Study: Opening the Word: The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ Kristi Rooney. 4024500495 Watch: Brother Francis: The Bread of Life (for kids) Listen: The Body and Blood of Christ (Augustine Institute) If you are in need of a visitation by a priest be- Read: A Communion of the Heart cause of illness, please call the Parish Office.
Mary Our Queen School Where Faith and Knowledge Meet Mary Our Queen School forms students of faith to pursue academic excellence and live Sunday Giving for the week of June 9 Sunday Offering $ 14,868.80 in Christian service. Online Giving $ 16,675.55 “WELCOME” TUITION GRANTS Children’s Collection $ 51.58 NOW through the start of the school year, “Welcome” tuition grants are availa- ble at participating Catholic Schools throughout the archdiocese, including Total $ 31,544.35 Mary Our Queen. This discount program has welcomed more than 220 stu- dents into Catholic schools in its five years. Elementary age students transfer- Weekly Budget $ 35,710.92 ring from a public, private (nonCatholic) or home school are eligible to receive up to a $1,500 tuition discount. More details and a list of this year’s participat- Fiscal Year to Date Actual $ 1,676,003.41 ing schools is available at lovemyschool.com/welcome. Help us spread the Fiscal Year to Date $ 1,880,546.00 word M and help new families discover the light in their child! Budget Difference 10.88% Congratulations to Honor Roll Recipients from Mercy High School Upcoming Collections th ▪ Sunday, June 30 : Peter's Pence. This collection First HonorsSecond Honors assists in the charitable works of Pope Francis. Katheryn AustinMcKenzie Moore Your generosity witnesses to charity and helps Molly De PooterSylvie Rys the Holy See reach out compassionately to those Sabrina DeGeorgeJordan Schaffer who are marginalized. Jordan Fett Lauren Spawn th ▪ Sunday, July 7 : Feed the Hungry. This collection Katherine GeistRachel Weberg is for the local Food Bank (with support from our Cate Huse Elizabeth Zeleny Human Needs Committee). Carina Muse Skylar Zoucha Josie Pellerito Legacy Planning Megan Streff Your generosity during your lifetime has enabled Katherine Tietjen Mary Our Queen to serve the people of God in this Elizabeth Walters community. Continue to be a part of the strength of Brooke Zoucha this community by making a gift in your will to Mary Our Queen. Consult an attorney about making or updating your will and estate plan. You may also direct questions to Katie Murphy, Director of Stew- ardship & Development at MOQ at 4023339002 or [email protected] or Tony LaMar, Legacy Planning Officer, Archdiocese of Omaha at 402557 5650 or [email protected]. Online reenrollment is now available for our Parish Religious Education Pro- gram. Families who are currently enrolled in K8 will complete the process online by going to the link https://maryourqueenchurch.weshareonline.org/ws/ opportunities/ReligiousEducation Parish Directory Advertising Opportunity If you are new to the parish and wish to belong to our program, complete the We are in the process of updating our annual parish registration process for our parish Religious Education Program after you have directory. This book will contain everything pertinent registered as a parishioner. We welcome you and invite you to join us. to our church: descriptions and contact information for the various ministries, organizations, committees, We are going to restart our 3 & 4 year old program during both religious ed and groups plus a complete directory of all mem- sessions. If you are interested in helping, please call 4023338231 x 1208. bers. This book is being provided and directmailed to each family at no cost to our church, and it is again being subsidized by local businesses that The month of June is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus advertise. If you own or manage a business and Whether statues or stained glass, the image of the Sacred Heart of would like to find out about advertising in our book, Jesus can be found in churches all over the world. Jesus looks down, please call the parish office at (402) 3338662. one hand extended out and another pointing to a heart wreathed in thorns and glowing with light. In the Sacred Heart, we see both the sorrow and the joy of the life of Christ, who became one of us out of CHILDREN'S LITURGY SUMMER SCHEDULE love. "Jesus knew and loved us each and all during his life, his agony, and his Passion and gave himself up for each one of us. He has loved Children's Liturgy, which is offered at the 11:00AM Mass to children ages us all with a human heart" (CCC 478). In the Incarnation, God be- 4 to 9 years of age, will be switching comes man. Jesus experienced the fullness of humanity, including its to a summer schedule and will be sufferings. June 8th is the Feast of the Sacred Heart. We remember heldonlyon the first two Sundays of all that Jesus endured for us. We also remember why he endured it the month in June, July and August. out of love.
DEACON’S CORNER PǑǢǙǣǘ OǖǖǙǓǕ HǟǥǢǣ 9:00am4:00pm MondayThursday Today’s Host: Deacon Tom Frankenfield 9:00am12:00pm Friday A Quick Primer on Lectio Divina (Sacred Reading). Deacon Tom Frankenfield Parish Office Phone 4023338662 Parish Website maryourqueenchurch.com In the past few months I joined the Benedictine Community at Mount Michael. On of the greatest gifts is Lectio Divina (Sacred Reading). In lectio divina, God is teaching us to listen, PǕǢǝǑǞǕǞǤ DǕǑǓǟǞǣ to seek him in silence. God does not overpower us but gently invites us ever more deeply Bob Hamiliton, [email protected] into his presence Paul Rooney, [email protected] 1. Clear your mind of thoughts & the area of distractions Steve Floersch, [email protected] 2. Choose a word or phrase of the Scriptures you wish to pray. It makes no difference Tom Frankenfield, [email protected] which text is chosen . The amount is in God’s hands, I recommend a short phrase at Dave Medeiros, [email protected] first. 3. The Process PǑǢǙǣǘ OǖǖǙǓǕ SǤǑǖǖ ▪ Read. Read the text slowly. Savor each portion of the reading. God is teaching us to listen, to seek him in silence. God invites us ever more deeply into his presence. Director of Operations ▪Reflect. Pick the word or phrase. Memorize it and slowly repeat it to yourself, allow- Renée Spicka ing it to interact with your concerns, memories, and ideas. Memories or thoughts Director of Finance are simply parts of yourself that when they rise up during lectio divina, are given to Joseph Spargo God along with the rest of your inner self. Allow this inner reflection to invite you into Director of Stewardship & Development dialogue with God. ▪Pray. Whether you use words, ideas, or imagesNor all threeNis not important. Katie Murphy Interact with God as you would with one who you know loves and accepts you. Give Director of Religious Education to God what you have discovered during your experience of meditation. Give to Barb Eastridge God what you have found within your heart. Religious Education Secretary Kolleen Hoffman It is not necessary to rate the quality of your lectio divina, as if you were seeking a goal. Director of Maintenance Lectio divina has no goal other than of you being in the presence of God by praying the Scriptures. Tom Gregor Office Assistant Lectio can be a wonderful community experience. Like a group preparing the upcoming Sun- Harmony Jaure day Gospel and sharing what God has spoken to them. If you have any questions or would Parish Receptionist like to start a small sharing group, please contact me for help. [email protected] Rita Berthelsen MǙǞǙǣǤǢǩ SǤǑǖǖ Pastor’s Place Did you know Mary Our Queen has a blog? Visit thepastor- Director of Evangelization splace.com to read homilies from both our priests, Deacon’s Corner articles, and Katie Murphy Stewardship Reflections. Director of Music Renée Spicka Director of Liturgy Please pray for Craig Hagenau Michael Willis Diaconate Candidate for the Archdiocese of Omaha Mary Our Queen Parishioner Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministry Erica Reist Dear Lord, we give thanks for Craig’s generous spirit. We ask God to fill him with your courage, that he may give his life in service to the Church SǓǘǟǟǜ SǤǑǖǖ as you gave your life for her. Amen. Principal Maureen Hoy EARLY BULLETIN DEADLINE Administrative Assistant Bulletin articles for July 7th are due on Thursday, June 27 at 12:00 Noon . Barb Lundgren Secretary Julie Watsabaugh TNTs School Office Phone 4023338663 Website moqschool.org Wednesday July 17th: Join us for a pot luck luncheon, followed by a talk by Pulpit Plea Deadline Thursday at Noon Carolyn Jaworski, former principal of Mercy High School and noted speaker. Bulletin Deadline Monday at Noon Watch this space for more details to come. Insert Deadline Wednesday at Noon Wednesday August 8th: Durham Ollie the Trolley tour of Omaha’s Historic Send all requests to [email protected] Parks and Boulevards. This is a new tour this year and promises to be very interesting. Lunch will follow at Cascio’s. Registration form to come in July. Check us out on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! Join us any Friday for Card and Game Day, 12:30 in the St. Joseph Room. We have plenty of tables available; play cards with us or bring your favorite game. Always a pleasant afternoon Visit our website at of fun and fellowship. www.maryourqueenchurch.com
th “A Reason for Your Hope”, the Institute for Priestly Formation’s (IPF) 25 th Anniversary Banquet, is July 13 . Come celebrate 25 years of IPF serving the bishops across the country and providing intense spiritual formation programs for diocesan priests and seminarians. Mass at St. Cecilia Cathedral at 4:00 Monday, June 24, 2019 p.m. (optional) will be followed at 5:30 by a social hour and dinner at the Oma- 6:20 AM Mass (Church) ha Hilton. More details at www.priestlyformation.org or call Linda 402280 8:15 AM Mass (Church) 3901. 9:00 AM Exposition (Church) A GetAway Weekend!!! 5:30 PM Confessions (Church) Do you need a vacation? Give yourself and your spouse time 6:30 PM Inspirational Bible Study (Bride's Room) away from the pressures of work and everyday responsibilities. Enjoy a chance to talk and listen to that special someone who 7:00 PM Choir Rehearsal (Church) loves you! Enrich your relationship by attending a Worldwide 7:00 PM Legion of Mary Meeting (Family Room) Marriage Encounter Weekend 7:00 PM CCO Study Series (Conf Room) For more information call Pat & Janelle Benson (308) 9401105 Tuesday, June 25, 2019 Or visit WWME.org 6:20 AM Mass (Church) 8:15 AM Mass (Church) Upcoming dates: August 24 in Lincoln Staybridge Suites 1:00 PM Summer Book Club (St. Joseph Room) October 1820 in Chadron Holiday Inn Express 3:15 PM Junior Legion of Mary (Conf Room) *Deadline to register is 1 month prior to the date of the weekend* 5:30 PM Confessions (Church) Alpha Small Faith Community Group (Upper 6:00 PM Room) 6:30 PM Centering Prayer (Bride's Room) IN THE COMMUNITY Corpus Christi Procession: June 23. 2:30 pm5:00 pm from Our Lady of 7:30 PM Contemporary Music Rehearsal (Church) nd th Lourdes Church, 2110 S 32 Ave., to St. Peter Catholic Church, 27 & Leav- Wednesday, June 26, 2019 enworth.An ice cream reception will be held in St. Peter Parish Hall after final 6:20 AM Mass (Church) Benediction. Those who received the Sacraments of First Holy Communion or 8:15 AM Mass (Church) Confirmation this year or last year are invited to wear their special attire. Shut- tle provided before and after the Procession.www.stpeterchurch.net, 402341 5:30 PM Confessions (Church) 4560. 6:15 PM Rosary for Peace (Family Room) Mary: A Biblical Walk with the Blessed Moth- Pro Life Garage Sale, Our Lady of Lourdes Church Nebraskans Embracing 7:00 PM er (Future Sacristy) Life (formerly Nebraskans United for Life) is dedicated to helping our communi- 7:15 PM Spiritual Reading Book Study (Upper Room) ty to understand and promote the life issues that are so important today. We are hosting our annual garage sale fundraiser at Our Lady of Lourdes gymnasi- Thursday, June 27, 2019 um, 2110 S 32 Ave, June 27 29, and we are seeking donations (no clothing) 6:20 AM Mass (Church) to be dropped off at the gym Sunday through Wednesday of that same 8:15 AM Mass (Church) week. Donation drop off hours Sun June 23 3p 7p, Mon 8a 8p, Tues 8a 8p, Wed 8a noon. 8:45 AM Marian Cenacle Group (Family Room) 10:30 AM Movement Improvement (St. Joseph Room) All Catholic Ladies: We have a wonderful opportunity for us to grow together 5:30 PM Confessions (Church) in our faith and fellowship. July 9th we will have our Spirituality Day at Fr. Kramper's Casa De Paz (his retirement home). Theme is: The Keys to Peace. 6:00 PM Summer Alpha (Trinity Rooms) First we will meet in Newcastle for talk and meal. Address: 403 Annie St, New- Friday, June 28, 2019 castle, NE. After lunch we will carpool or shuttle to Casa de Paz for the closing 6:20 AM Mass (Church) talk and Mass. Lunch is $10 by June 30th to Theresa Pavlik, PO Box 329, Ver- digre, NE 68783. Questions? Call Theresa at 4023580608. Sponsored by 8:15 AM Mass (Church) the Rural Northwest Deanery, Council of Catholic Women. Please join us. 12:30 PM TNT Cards (St. Joseph Room) Junior High Service Retreat (St. Michael's Annual Ann's Attic Clothing Sale and also a Parish Garage Sale, July 11, th th 4:30 PM Commons) 12, 13. St. Pius X, 69 and Blondo. Enter off of 69 at Decatur St.. HUGE 5:30 PM Confessions (Church) GYM PACKED FULL! Quality clothes, shoes and some linens. All sizes from Saturday, June 29, 2019 baby through adult. Most items $2.00 or less! We will gladly accept your clean, used Clothing of all sizes, linens, purses and shoes for the Ann’s Attic 8:15 AM Mass (Church) Sale Email: [email protected]. GARAGE SALE IN THE FR. TOM 4:00 PM Confessions (Church) O’BRIEN PARISH CENTER. FULL of delightful deals!!! We will gladly take Gar- age Sale items (no electronics, lawn mowers or snow blowers, etc.. Guidelines 5:30 PM Mass (Church) available on our website, www.stpiusxomaha.org). Email: gara- 6:30 PM Fr. Gama's Goodbye Party (Trinity Rooms) [email protected]. COLLECTION TIMES listed on our website. Sunday, June 30, 2019 www.stpiusxomaha.org. NO EARLY SALESCASH ONLY Sat., July 13, 9:00amNoon $1 per bag at Ann’s Attic and Half Price at the Garage Sale! 7:30 AM Mass (Church) 9:00 AM Mass (Church) Archbishop Ryan/St. Joseph High School All Class Reunion 11:00 AM Mass (Church) Saturday, July 20, 2019, 511PM at horsemen's Park Clubhouse, 6303 Q St., 5:00 PM Mass (Church) Omaha, NE. Cash Bar. Food purchased from menu. Class Pictures with the 6:30 PM Boy Scout Troop 448 Meeting (Cafeteria) Ryan Cornerstone will start at 6PM followed by the Time Capsule Opening.