Parish and Diocesan News – Our Lady Queen of Martyrs

“Through the Word” Bible Study Resumes Sept 7th

Posted on August 12, 2026August 12, 2026 by All News & Events

New Topic: “Encounter Scripture Anew” The Word proclaimed on Sunday is meant to accompany us throughout the week! Beginning September 7, join us every Monday from 7PM to 8PM on Zoom as we return to the previous Sunday’s readings, uncover...Read More

Summer Blood Drive

Posted on August 4, 2026August 7, 2026 by All News & Events

Gift the Give of Life on Sunday, August 16! Donate at the Summer Blood Drive here at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs in partnership with the NY Blood Center! Sunday, August 16, 2026 9:15AM to 3:15PM NY Blood Center Busmobile...Read More

St. John Vianney Mass and First Blessings with Father Paul Zwolak

Posted on August 4, 2026August 7, 2026 by All News & Events

At the St. John Vianney Mass on August 2, 2026, we welcomed guest celebrant Father Paul Zwolak, the Diocese of Brooklyn's newest priest, ordained in June 2026. At the end of Mass, Father Paul led us in the day 7...Read More

Faith-Sharing Groups

Posted on August 1, 2026August 12, 2026 by All News & Events

Faith-sharing groups engage in prayer, mutual support for one another, continued learning through reflection on Scripture, and outreach to share the mission of Jesus with others. They welcome new members. (Groups may take a summer break in July and August.)...Read More

Novena Mass with Guest Celebrant Fr. Paul Zwolak

Posted on July 27, 2026July 31, 2026 by All News & Events

We are delighted to have Father Paul Zwolak celebrate the 11:15AM Choir Mass on Sunday, August 2, as part of our annual tradition of honoring St. John Vianney, patron saint of parish priests. We will also pray for all the seminarians...Read More

CYO Basketball for Grades 2-8

Posted on July 26, 2026July 27, 2026 by All News & Events

Attention, parents! Did you know Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Academy has a Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) basketball program for students in grades 2–8? Mercy & Martyrs CYO Basketball is a great opportunity for boys and girls to stay...Read More

Novena to St. John Vianney

Posted on July 20, 2026July 31, 2026 by All News & Events

July 27 to August 4 Our Lady Queen of Martyrs holds an annual Novena to honor St. John Vianney, starting July 27 and concluding on the saint's official feast day, August 4. Novena times are weekdays and Saturdays at the...Read More

Prayer for Our Nation on Its 250th Anniversary

Posted on June 27, 2026June 28, 2026 by All News & Events

Father in Heaven, you chose Mary to be the mother of your Son and gave her to us to be our mother also. As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of independence of the United States, we ask Mary to protect...Read More

Altar Servers 2026 Great Adventure

Posted on June 20, 2026June 30, 2026 by All News & Events

The smiles say it all as our altar servers returned from their appreciation trip to Six Flags Great Adventure on Tuesday, June 16. An oversized furry friend joined them on the ride back to Forest Hills. Many thanks to everyone...Read More

Monthly Coffee Hour for Young Catholic Professionals

Posted on June 14, 2026July 8, 2026 by All News & Events

If you are in your 20s, 30s, or early 40s, we invite you to meet your peers and help plan future activities for young adults in our parish community. The Young Catholic Professionals (YCP) group meets for a coffee social...Read More

Consecration of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Posted on June 5, 2026June 5, 2026 by All News & Events

The Feast of the Sacred Heart is celebrated in the Catholic Church on the Friday after Corpus Christi each year. This year, the feast day falls on June 12, 2026. The day before, on June 11, during their spring 2026...Read More

Confirmation 2026

Posted on June 5, 2026June 5, 2026 by All News & Events

Fifty-seven confirmands from OLQM Catholic Academy, Religious Education, and OCIA received the Sacrament of Confirmation from Bishop Sanchez at a special 4PM Mass on May 24, Pentecost Sunday. May the Holy Spirit strengthen and guide them always! And God bless...Read More

Tower Repair in Progress

Posted on June 4, 2026June 30, 2026 by All News & Events

These photos, taken in late May and early June 2026 by Denise DeMaria, show our church tower during this important season of restoration. The scaffolding will remain in place until fall 2026 while the essential structural repairs to the tower...Read More

Queens Deanery 6 News

Posted on June 1, 2026June 2, 2026 by All News & Events

Dear Parishioners, Every dean in our diocese is appointed for a term. I was fortunate to serve as dean (vicar forane) of Queens North 6 beginning in 2019. My term concluded on May 31, 2026. It was my pleasure to...Read More

Time and Talent Sunday

Posted on May 14, 2026May 15, 2026 by All News & Events

With so many new parishioners at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs, we invite you to get involved in parish life! Our church is more than a place to attend Mass—it is a community of faith, friendship, and service. Our parish...Read More

First Holy Communion Class of 2026

Posted on May 6, 2026May 7, 2026 by All News & Events

Congratulations to the Communion class of 2026! This year, 58 children from Religious Education, OLQM Catholic Academy, and those prepared through OCIA received the Sacrament of the Eucharist. Because there were so many, we had two Masses, one on Sunday,...Read More

May Days: Observances in Mary’s Month

Posted on May 6, 2026May 7, 2026 by All News & Events

May is a month dedicated to Our Blessed Mother. Enjoy these lovely photos that capture a few meaningful moments from the first week of May, including the Living Rosary and May Crowning, two special faith traditions at our parish. Statue...Read More

Tower Repair Work Begins

Posted on May 1, 2026June 30, 2026 by All News & Events

The scaffolding rose around the church tower in late April as long-needed repairs officially began. These photographs, taken on May 1—the Feast of Saint Joseph the Worker, patron of all who labor—capture workers high above carrying out this important work....Read More

Hail Mary! Living Rosary: A May Tradition

Posted on April 28, 2026May 1, 2026 by All News & Events

Sunday, May 3, 2026 2 PM Church Plaza (corner of Ascan Ave & Queens Blvd) A Living Rosary at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs parish is prayed twice a year: in May (Mary’s month) and October (the month of the...Read More

Action Alert: Contact the Governor So Catholic Schools Have Access to Private Scholarships

Posted on April 21, 2026April 26, 2026 by All News & Events

Starting in 2027, a new federal tax credit allows taxpayers to direct up to $1,700 of what they already owe in taxes to nonprofit scholarships that support a broad array of educational expenses for ANY SCHOOL—public, private, and religious. The...Read More