Church at Twilight
These exterior photos of our church were taken by Christopher Sean Cunningham, in the early evening hours on March 11, 2022. [gallery link="file" size="large" columns="1" ids="27231,27228,27229"]
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A Pro-Life Future in New York State
In the light of the recent “societal unrest over the issue of abortion” and the looming Supreme Court decision, the Catholic Bishops of New York State have released a new statement which I encourage you to read. The full statement...Read More
Spring at OLQM
Flowers appear on the earth; the season of singing has come, the cooing of dove is heard in our land. (Song of Songs 2:12) Enjoy some beautiful photos of our church from spring 2022, submitted by parishioners. [caption id="attachment_27232" align="alignnone"...Read More
Vocation Fair 2022
On Sunday, May 15, we invite everyone to join us for our Parish Vocation Fair. It will be held in the church vestibule after the 9AM, 11:15AM and 1PM Masses. Father Chris Bethge, Vocations Director for the Diocese of Brooklyn/Queens,...Read More
Livestream Schedule Change
Bishop Brennan has asked us to encourage people to attend Mass in person. So we have decided to discontinue the 9AM Sunday Mass livestream. Effective May 8, 2022, we will livestream one Sunday Mass each week, the 11:15AM Choir Mass,...Read More
Veneration of the Relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis
[caption id="attachment_27180" align="aligncenter" width="1024"] Carlo Acutis, a Catholic Italian teenager who died in 2006, was beatified on October 10. 2020. He is a model of holiness in a digital age.[/caption] "The witness of Blessed Carlo Acutis indicates to today's young people...Read More
Ministries 2022
We Are Blessed by God’s Grace As our stewardship theme, these words, “We Are Blessed by God’s Grace,” hold a more special meaning coming on the heels of a challenging time in our lives. Calling ourselves blessed is an invitation...Read More
Holy Week and Easter 2022
Photos (most originally appearing on Facebook) are courtesy Deacon Greg Kandra, Regina Faighes, Maria Ribar, and Barbara Flannery. At the Easter Vigil, four Elect received the sacrament of baptism during the Mass and two Candidates entered into full communion with...Read More
Bishop Paul R. Sanchez Remains OLQM Pastor as Pope Francis Accepts His Resignation as Auxiliary Bishop of Brooklyn
On reaching 75 years of age last November 2021, Bishop Sanchez submitted his resignation as mandated by Church Law and it was accepted by Pope Francis last week. Thank you, Bishop Sanchez, for your continued service to our parish. May...Read More
Prayer of Consecration for Russia and Ukraine
Act of Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary On March 25, 2022, the Feast of the Annunciation, Pope Francis will be consecrating and entrusting Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary at 5PM Rome time in the...Read More
Silent Minute for Ukraine
Inspired by the example of the Order of Malta, I invite you to set aside a Silent Minute of prayer at 7PM each evening, to pray for world peace and the end of the war in Ukraine. Share this idea...Read More
Lenten Sunday Evening Prayer
Sunday March 27, 2022 4 pm in Church Evening Prayer with a Scripture Reflection by Joseph Terry All are invited to this prayer service on the Fourth Sunday of Lent, Laetare Sunday. Laetare means “rejoice,” and at this midpoint of...Read More
Digital Synod Survey Open to All
Pope Francis has invited all Catholics to participate in the worldwide synod consultation process. A representative group of our parishioners joined in a Sunday afternoon consultation last November related to this process. All of us now are invited to offer...Read More
2022 Annual Catholic Appeal
On Wednesday, March 2, we will once again begin our Lenten journey searching deeper in ourselves to become closer to the Lord. It is no coincidence that we also begin our efforts to support the good works and faith programs...Read More
January Novenas
The world seems in need of the power of prayer. We encourage you to observe these prayerful occasions this month. Padre Pio Novena Every January our parish holds a novena to St. Padre Pio (2022 dates are January 16-24). Although...Read More
Pilgrimage to Ireland with Bishop Sanchez
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PILGRIMAGE IS FULLY BOOKED Pilgrimage to Ireland and Northern Ireland November 7 - 17, 2022 Chaplain: Bishop Paul R. Sanchez 11 Days Visiting Belfast * Derry * Knock * Galway * Connemara * Killarney * Ring of...Read More
Bishop Brennan’s Mass
On Friday, January 7, 2022, at 7:30PM, the new Bishop of Brooklyn and Queens, Robert J. Brennan. celebrated an evening Mass with us after blessing his coat of arms installed in our church. Priests from eight other Queens parishes attended...Read More
Our Church and God’s Sky
Our church and God's sky are beautiful in any season, day and night. This photo series, taken in 2021, is courtesy Fiona Zou. [metaslider id="26432"]
March for Life 2022 Bus Trip
National March for Life January 21, 2022 Round trip bus cost: $25 Round-trip bus transportation from Brooklyn to Washington, D.C. is available through the Diocese of Brooklyn. (Mask-wearing required.) Bus leaves from the Brooklyn Diocesan Office (310 Prospect Park West...Read More
Blessed New Year Card
Through all the changing scenes of life, trust in God. May God guide and protect you in 2022, and may the new year bring many blessings! The photos in this video slideshow are courtesy Fiona Zou and show the Mary...Read More