The Mighty Titans of Lumen Christi are off to a great start this season. So far, they have scored a total 111 points in their first three games – their opponents have zero!  You can help support the team by ordering some mums for your house or garden, or to give as a gift.  Orders can be placed after all Masses this weekend in the lower level of the elevator entrance.  

The Adult Choir is still accepting new members.  Rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings in the choir loft from 7 – 8:30pm.  This Tuesday the 12th the Let it Shine Children’s Choir begins their weekly rehearsals at 5:30pm also in the loft.  See Carol Hatch for more information.  This is open to students in grades 2-6 and is intended for children in Catholic school, public school or home school.  

At Queens, we embrace the Church’s belief that parents are the primary educators of children.  Most parents lack the time or the resources to do this by themselves.  That is why Queens is part of the Jackson Catholic Schools, subsidizes our own parochial grade school and offers a Faith Formation Program for those in public school.  

Parents of K-12 children in public school should have their kids enrolled in Faith Formation if they are not enrolled in Catholic school.  Doing nothing is not an option.   

There has been some confusion caused by my comments about homeschooling.  We do not offer a ‘homeschool track’ for faith formation.  I was referring to those who homeschool their children instead of putting them in a Catholic school, public school, charter school or academy.  More often than not, these families are using approved Catholic homeschool curriculums like Spirit of Truth from the Sophia Institute or the Seton Home Study Program where all subjects are covered at home, not just religion.  

Those who have students in public school really should enroll them in Faith Formation, especially if they are in second or eighth grade.  

We have offerings for Pre-K through high school.  Classes take place in Queens School and start THIS Sunday September 10.  They run from 10:15 – 11:45 each week.

There is a modest cost but there are caps for families with multiple students and financial aid is available.  You can register online using this link featured below.  

We also have ADULT FAITH FORMATION starting this Sunday at 10:15am in Seton Hall located on the lower level of the parish office. This year they are covering the popular “Catechism in a Year” series with Fr. Mike Schmitz.  This class is free and all are welcome.   

This Monday September 11th at 6:30pm in Vincentian Hall there will be a meeting for 8th grade parents and students about the sacramental preparation program for Confirmation.  This is a mandatory meeting for those seeking Confirmation in the fall of freshman year.  

Bishop Boyea and the Diocese of Lansing wish to invite married couples to “A Celebration of Your Marriage’ Mass to be held on Saturday September 16th at 4:30pm at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 955 Alton Road in East Lansing.  This is especially appropriate for those celebrating milestone anniversaries.  The Bishop will bless the marriages of all those present.  

You can RSVP for the Mass and light reception by calling Liz Neuens at 517.342.2465 or email eneuens@dioceseoflansing.org.  

WHAT . . .

The Walking With Purpose Women’s Bible Study is hosting their annual . . .

Come As You Are Welcome Celebration

WHERE . . .

VINCENTIAN HALL (LOWER LEVER OF CHURCH)

WHEN . . . 

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 14, 7PM

OR

FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 15, 10AM

WHO . . .

ALL THE LADIES OF THE PARISH AND YOUR FRIENDS FROM OTHER CHURCHES ARE WELCOME, INCLUDING THOSE NEW TO WWP AND THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN BEFORE.

WHY . . .

The Walking With Purpose Bible studies combine personal study with small group discussion, linking everyday challenges given to us through the teachings of Christ and the Catholic Church.  

More than 100 people are already signed up for The Rescue Project!  We have room for more.  

WHERE . . .

VINCENTIAN HALL (LOWER LEVEL OF CHURCH)

MOVED TO THE QMM SCHOOL GYM DUE TO HIGH REGISTRATION

WHEN . . .

TUESDAYS SEP 19 – NOV 7

6PM – 8:15PM

WHAT . . .

DINNER (POTLUCK WEEKS 2-8)

VIDEO PRESENTATION

TABLE DISCUSSION

CHILDCARE AVAILABLE

F R E E    A N D     O P E N     T O     A L L 

RETREAT DAY SATURDAY NOVEMBER 4TH

WHY . . .

The Rescue Project was developed by Detroit priest and Ave Maria Radio host Fr. John Riccardo. His book Rescued tells the story of salvation for a modern audience, helping us to see the world and ourselves as God does, where religion becomes more about a loving relationship with God and with each other, not just a set of rules, rubrics and regulations to live by.

WHO . . .

Everyone is welcome. You are the lifeguards who are going to help us throw the life preservers to those who need them most.  The Rescue Project can benefit:

• people who are not strong or passionate about their faith,
• those whose faith has been shaken by a crisis or trauma,
• those who have lost their faith,
• younger people who are disillusioned with God and religion,
• and even those who do not know God. 

Invite them and attend with them.  The Rescue Project can provide inspiration and motivation for everyone who attends.

There are QR codes on the posters at the doors of church or you can sign up right here in this e-mail!

WHY . . .

Please don’t sit this one out.  The world needs God.  We need God – now more than ever before.  And we need the church to gain access to the sacraments and the hope of salvation.  We need to be Rescued.  

Join us Tuesday evenings this fall starting September 19 for The Rescue Project.

Plan on joining us for the Annual Queens Parish Picnic on Sunday September 24th from 11:30am – 2:30pm in Vincentian Hall.  Sponsored by the Parish Life Commission, there will be free hot dogs and hamburgers, coleslaw, baked beans, chips and cookies.  For the kids, there is a bounce house, the bean bag toss and road rally games.  

There are some hard to fill hours sitting open on the adoration chapel schedule.  We need two volunteers to step forward:

Monday 2 am

Saturday 1pm

Please contact the office this week if you will make the long term commitment to cover one of these hours and thank you.  

Fr. Tim MacDonald

Pastor

Queen of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church

606 S. Wisner St.  Jackson, Michigan 49203

(517) 783-2748  www.queenschurch.com