Eucharistic Devotion at Cathedral on June 19

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) has called for a Eucharistic Revival, a three-year “grassroots revival of devotion and belief in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist.” Particularly right now, the bishops feel the Church in the United States needs (1) healing, (2) unity, (3) formation, and (4) sending. The mission of the revival is to renew the Church by enkindling a living relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist. Locally, we will prepare for the Eucharistic Revival with a Forty Hours Devotion, beginning June 17 at the Cathedral of St. Paul. The devotion will culminate with a Eucharistic procession through the streets of downtown Birmingham on June 19, the Feast of Corpus Christi at 7 PM.

A Promotional Video invitation from Bishop Raica in English with Spanish subtitles is available at https://vimeo.com/715628447 or on the diocesan website and is shareable from the Diocesan Facebook page.

40-Hour Devotion Adoration Sign-up

To ensure at least three adorers are present in the Cathedral at all times throughout the devotion, we are asking adorers to sign-up for specific time slots. Both individuals as well as parish, school, apostolate and movement groups are invited to sign up for a particular hour. The hour may be spent in silent prayer, with the leading of suitable devotions, or the singing of appropriate songs. The link to sign-up may be found here: https//www.signupgenious.com/go/5080d4eaaaf23a6f49-40hours.

Those who wish to attend can download the following information at

https://olqu.org/wp/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/0092_001.pdf.

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OLQU FAMILY ROSARY

Our Family Rosary has been rescheduled for January 30 at 6 PM in Joy Hall. As always, you and your family are invited to bring a candle to be blessed during the Exposition of the Holy Eucharist.
Also, if you would like to lead a decade of the rosary, please contact Mark at olqu.org or the office at 256.852.0788 during office hours (9 AM - 3 PM).

Parish Celebrates 30th Anniversary of Fr. Charley’s Ordination

Fr. Charley celebrates the 30th anniversary of his ordination on December 30. Our Parish Family will join him in celebrating with a Mass at 5 PM, followed by a reception. Please plan to attend—we would like to show him our appreciation for his service and our thankfulness that he accepted God’s call!

(Photo from 2019)

Taste and See

The Holy Family Capital Campaign Kick-Off is on Sunday, August 29 at St . Joseph's Church. Music and gathering are at 4:30 pm with Mass at 5 pm. Members of the choirs from all three supporting parishes—St. Mary’s, OLQU, and St. Joseph’s—are participating in the music. There is a reception at the Fr. Messmer Center after the Mass with heavy hors d’oeuvres.

The address for St Joseph's Church is 2300 Beasley Avenue NW Huntsville, AL 35816.

Covid guidelines will apply.

For additional information, text or leave a message at 256-746-3570.

Youth Ministry Ice Cream Social

On Sunday, June 27, from 5 – 7 PM, the Youth Ministry will host an Ice Cream Social with games in the Pavilion. All middle school and high school youth are welcome to join in the fun. Remember to bring a friend for some mega ice cream treats!

Also—watch for info on a Movie Night coming in July.

May Crowning

On Sunday, May 2, at the 10 AM Mass, the May Crowning will take place. All children are invited to participate! Children should meet at 9:30 in the gathering area.

Confirmation on May 1

Bishop Stephen Raica will celebrate Confirmation in our Parish for the first time on Saturday, May 1, at 10 AM. Six members of the Confirmation Class will be confirmed. All are welcome to attend as we continue to pray for our candidates.

Youth Group Cookout

All 7th – 12th grade students are invited this Sunday, April 25 to the Youth Group Cookout in the Pavilion from 5 – 7 PM. This will be a great opportunity to socialize with friends and make new friends as well. Hamburgers, hotdogs, drinks, and chips will be served. We will have Kickball and other games to enjoy, so please wear closed-toe shoes. Also, youth from St. Joseph's and St. Mary's are invited to join in the festivities. So let's welcome them to our Parish.