Parish and Diocesan News – Page 27 – Our Lady Queen of Martyrs

The “O” Antiphons of Advent

Posted on December 10, 2015November 22, 2016 by All News & Events

We'll recite the O Antiphons together after the 12:05 p.m. Mass daily from December 17 through December 23. Read the full O Antiphons (pdf format). December 17 O Wisdom of our God Most High, guiding creation with power and love:...Read More

Keeping the Holy Day: Immaculate Conception

Posted on December 6, 2015December 6, 2015 by All News & Events

December 8 is the Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary. It is a holy day of obligation. It is also the patronal feast day of the United States of America. Vigil Mass at our church is on Monday, December 7...Read More

Christmas Concert 2015

Posted on November 9, 2015November 13, 2015 by All News & Events

Please share with your friends on your own social network and see you there!

Daylight Savings ends on Sunday. Set your clocks back.

Posted on October 28, 2015November 2, 2015 by All News & Events

[caption id="attachment_9598" align="alignleft" width="150"] Fall back and enjoy it getting dark by 4pm![/caption] Daylight savings ends at 2 p.m. on Sunday, November 1. Turn the clock BACK one hour before you go to bed Saturday night. The National Weather Service...Read More

Papal Honor for Our Trustee Roger Aguinaldo

Posted on October 26, 2015November 13, 2015 by All News & Events

We are pleased to announce that our Parish Trustee Roger Aguinaldo has been named by Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio a Knight of the Order of St. Gregory. UPDATE here. [caption id="attachment_1335" align="alignright" width="300"] Bishop Paul R. Sanchez with Roger & Ruby...Read More

Event Cancellation Notice

Posted on October 21, 2015October 21, 2015 by All News & Events

“Theology on Tap” with Deacon Greg Kandra, originally scheduled for October 27 at Manor Oktoberfest in Forest Hills, has been canceled and will be rescheduled at a future date. Look for future announcements here and in our weekly church bulletin....Read More

New Start Time for Choir Rehearsals

Posted on October 10, 2015October 10, 2015 by All News & Events

Effective October 13, 2015, the choir's Tuesday evening rehearsals will begin at 7:30. If you would like to join the choir at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs (and new singers are always welcome), please come up to the choir loft...Read More

Monday Evening Bible Studies Tackles Hamlet

Posted on October 7, 2015 by All News & Events

Starting October 19, we begin a new four-week adult bible studies program with something different: "Shakespeare’s Hamlet and the Crack-Up of a Christian Worldview." Hamlet understands the concerns of a Christian world coming under attack and offers us ways out...Read More

SATCOM Queens North Community/Crime Forum

Posted on October 1, 2015October 2, 2015 by All News & Events

We are looking for people from our parish to represent us at Thursday evening's Police Forum and we need your RSVP by Monday, October 5. If interested, sign up at the table we'll have set up in the vestibule at...Read More

Catholic Charities Auto Donor Program

Posted on October 1, 2015November 13, 2015 by All News & Events

Ongoing Catholic Charities will give back $50/$100 to our parish for each donated car, truck or van in any condition, running or not. If you or someone you know—family member, friend or neighbor—have an old or neglected vehicle to dispose of, please...Read More

Reflections on the Papal Visit from Bishop Paul R. Sanchez

Posted on September 30, 2015October 7, 2015 by All News & Events

[caption id="attachment_9129" align="alignright" width="300"] Bishops listen to Pope Francis speak during midday prayer service at the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle, September 23, 2015. Photo: Mark Wilson/Getty Images.[/caption] The recent visit of Pope Francis to our shores brought blessings...Read More

Blessing of the Animals

Posted on September 27, 2015October 1, 2015 by All News & Events

At 4 o'clock Sunday, October 4, join us for this cheerful event in the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi that reminds us all that God created all living creatures. Bring your dog, cat, bird or other pet and meet...Read More

Single Adults Group Potluck Party

Posted on September 24, 2015September 25, 2015 by All News & Events

EVENT: Saturday, October 24 The OLQM Single Adults Group is celebrating its 15th anniversary with a Potluck Party from 1-4 p.m. in the rectory basement main meeting room. Attendees are urged to bring a dish to share or supplies. Free...Read More

Pray for Pope Francis

Posted on September 22, 2015September 28, 2015 by All News & Events

We set up a resources page here for Papal Visit 2015 (September 22 to 27). Be part of a “Virtual Pilgrimage” with these prayers for the Holy Father on each stop on his journey to Washington DC, New York City,...Read More

Emergency Preparedness Meeting

Posted on September 15, 2015September 25, 2015 by All News & Events

Do You Know What to Do in an Emergency? EVENT: September 28, 7 p.m. McLaughlin Hall (registration required) A disaster large or small can strike our area at any time. Being prepared with emergency supplies BEFORE an emergency happens is...Read More

Papal Visit 2015

Posted on September 14, 2015September 22, 2015 by All News & Events

[caption id="attachment_1330" align="alignleft" width="963"] Photo credit: Roger Aguinaldo[/caption] September 22-27 - Papal Visit: Washington DC-New York-Philadelphia The Pope's official schedule, with dates and times of the Papal Masses, is available here. Scroll below for a list of key events that...Read More

Mass for Consecrated Life

Posted on September 4, 2015September 16, 2015 by All News & Events

[caption id="attachment_8519" align="alignright" width="286"] Our Lady Queen of Martyrs crest adorns the convent door[/caption] Sunday, September 13 11:30 a.m. Choir Mass During this Year of Consecrated Life, we are asked to pray for men and women religious who have committed...Read More

Pilgrimage to Blue Army Shrine

Posted on August 12, 2015August 13, 2015 by All News & Events

Organized by OLQM Charismatic Prayer Group This day trip/bus pilgrimage is to the Blue Army Shrine of Our Lady of Fatima in Washington, New Jersey Date: October 10, 2015 Departure Time: 8:00 am (sharp) Pick-up location: 110-06 Queens Blvd. (corner...Read More

Summer Potluck Luncheon

Posted on July 17, 2015September 16, 2015 by All News & Events

If it's July it must be time for the annual potluck luncheon, hosted by the parish Pastoral Care ministry. Potluck is a back-to-basics social, without excessive cost but with plenty of warmth and friendliness and a chance to break bread...Read More

Religious Education for 2015-16

Posted on July 7, 2015August 20, 2015 by All News & Events

The Religious Education Program at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs is available for all children who attend public and private schools from the first grade through high school. This program supplements the religious upbringing of these children by their parents...Read More