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

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

Persecuted Christians

Posted on June 30, 2015August 25, 2015 by All News & Events

In Solidarity with Persecuted Christians in the Middle East The plight of Christians worldwide, especially in the Middle East, has become a major catastrophe. Massive numbers of Christians are being subjected to violence, displacement and even death, explicitly because of...Read More

A Letter from Bishop Sanchez

Posted on June 5, 2015June 23, 2015 by All News & Events

June 7, 2015 Dear Friends in Christ, I write you on a matter of tremendous urgency and one with which I hope you will help me. The matter is the Education Tax Credit—a proposal that would encourage individuals and businesses...Read More

2015 Spring Bash Results

Posted on May 10, 2015May 19, 2015 by All News & Events

This year's Spring Bash on April 25 was a crowd-pleasing night of fun with McLaughlin Hall decked out in gold and black, art deco style, to celebrate the Roaring Twenties! A jazz quartet kicked off the night while members of...Read More

Petitions to the Grotto of Lourdes

Posted on May 8, 2015September 16, 2015 by All News & Events

In April, over 700 prayer petitions to the Virgin Mary were deposited in the gold box by the Mary altar in the church. Roger Aguinaldo (one of our parish trustees) and his wife Ruby embarked on a spiritual pilgrimage to...Read More

CYO Class of 2015

Posted on May 1, 2015May 1, 2015 by All News & Events

[caption id="attachment_7296" align="alignright" width="976"] Left to right: Ken Collins, assistant coach; Samantha Soba; Christina Fitzgerald; Grace Collins; Veronica McCarthy; Gabriella Segovia; Caroline Favelson; Yasmine Worrell; Olive Sackitey; and Head Coach Jim McCarthy[/caption] The girls’ basketball team at Our Lady Queen...Read More

Parish Expo 2015

Posted on April 10, 2015April 15, 2015 by All News & Events

In the weeks following Easter, Our Lady Queen of Martyrs is focusing on a parish evangelization campaign about stewardship as a way of life. Our theme is “Thanking God Through Our Service.” The parish is a dynamic place to practice...Read More

Spring Blood Drive

Posted on April 2, 2015April 2, 2015 by All News & Events

Sunday, April 19 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in McLaughlin Hall Organized by OLQM Pastoral Care with the New York Blood Center. (Be sure to share this news with others!) Eligibility criteria for blood donors Have valid ID and know...Read More

2015 OLQM School Spring Bash

Posted on March 20, 2015April 10, 2015 by All News & Events

Our annual Spring Bash has a Roaring Twenties theme. Come as a flapper or silent screen star! It's Saturday evening April 25 starting at 7 p.m. in McLaughlin Hall. Tickets for the dance cost $45 each, two for $85, or...Read More

Lenten Mission 2015

Posted on February 18, 2015March 26, 2015 by All News & Events

Journey Toward Jesus This Holy Season of Lent, we are reminded of this special time in our spiritual lives when we are invited to grow closer to the Crucified and Risen Lord. During the week of March 22, we have...Read More

Divine Mercy Bus Pilgrimage

Posted on January 30, 2015February 20, 2015 by All News & Events

Sunday, April 12 : National Shrine of the Divine Mercy (Stockbridge, MA) Take the pilgrimage with members of the parish Charismatic Prayer Group. Bus departs 7 a.m. sharp from our church (corner of Ascan Avenue and Queens Boulevard). Tickets are...Read More