Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church - Arlington, VA

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"I was hungry and you gave me food, thirsty and you gave me drink, a stranger and you welcomed me..." Matthew 25:35

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Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church is dedicated to witnessing the teachings of Jesus Christ, especially the Gospel of Saint Matthew, Chapter 25:31-46.

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News

2026 BISHOP’S LENTEN APPEAL IN CHRIST WE ARE ONE Thank you to those who have contributed to the Bishop’s Lenten Appeal! If you have yet to make your gift, please prayerfully reflect on your blessings and consider making a gift now. The BLA unites us as a diocesan family to support programs, ministries and services which help tens of thousands of people. Every gift, large or small, is essential. You may mail your gift or go online to arlingtondiocese.org/BLA. The second BLA mailing has been mailed to those who have not yet made a gift. Our main goal with all our families is participation and we ask that you please give to the BLA. Thank you.

ALEXANDRIA COMMUNITY SHELTER DINNER – Wednesday, May 13 Our Lady Queen of Peace is preparing and serving dinner at the Alexandria Community Shelter on Wednesday, May 13. Please consider helping with the meal. We are looking for volunteers to help shop for, prepare, and serve our May menu: Pulled BBQ Chicken Sliders, Carrots & Green Beans, Watermelon Slices, Lemon Bars, Lemonade & Iced Tea. If you would like to help serve – and we can use your help!-- please arrive at the shelter at 5:30pm for meal prep. Location: 2355-B Mill Rd, Alexandria, VA 22314. Sign up here to provide the meal and/or to help serve. Or, email Emily Porterfield at [email protected] to sign up for May 13. Here is the sign-up link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409054BABAF2BA7F49-63789135-acsmay#/

ORDER OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS In appreciation of our Sponsors OCIA has been meeting since October, and we rejoice with our three catechumens, two candidates for reception into the Catholic Church from another faith tradition, and five candidates for Confirmation who will receive the sacrament this month at the Cathedral of St. Thomas More. This would not have been possible without the faithful service of their sponsors who attended weekly meetings since October, guided them through the Rites associated with OCIA, and accompanied them as theyreceived the sacraments. They have been faithful mentors through months of preparation. We are grateful to these men and women who have generously shared their time and Christian experience: Nancy Aguilar, Cecilia Gallagher Armaza, Cristhian Iriarte Blanco, Marta Campos, Elisandra De La Cruz, Steve Krahn, Ligia Loza, Jerry Oetgen, Daniel Stapelkamp, and Graydon Vann. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

GABRIEL PROJECT is rethinking its space; therefore, we will not be accepting donations until June 7. Thank you so much for your support and understanding. For more information contact Rosie: 703-966-4675.

YOUTH MINISTRY: APPLICATIONS OPEN for YOUNG DISCIPLES WORK CAMP scheduled for June 22 - 26, for rising 7th, 8th, and 9th graders: https://tinyurl.com/OLQPYDWC2026. Join us for a week of faith, fellowship, and service to the OLQP community and beyond. This year's theme is TRUST. Space is limited, sign up today! Service hours count towards Confirmation requirements. See the flyer at the back of church for the application link or contact Rebecca Grant Jenkins for more information. Only a few spots left!

FEAST OF SAINT ISIDORE GARDEN BLESSING - MAY 15 Join us on Friday, May 15 at 7:00pm at Saint Isidore’s Garden for a special Feast of Saint Isidore Garden Blessing. We’ll gather to bless the garden, celebrate the growing season ahead, and plant a prayer capsule filled with prayers and intentions. Light refreshments will be provided. All are welcome. Questions: [email protected]

FOOD COLLECTION WEEKEND is this weekend, May 9-10, to stock our Food Pantry. We’re late with our reminder, but please know that we can take your donations anytime. Please pick up some or all these items: Instant Yellow Corn Tortilla flour (NOT cornmeal), 24 oz. Canola or Corn Oil, Cereal (low sugar), Canned Tuna, Canned Fruit, Pasta Sauce, Canned Vegetables, White Rice, Dried Beans, and Macaroni and Cheese. The Food Pantry donation bin is in front of the church on the second weekend of the month; during the week it’s at the back double door entrance by the Hall kitchen. Thank you.

NATIONAL FOSTER CARE MONTH -- Around the world, millions of children live without a family of their own to love, protect, and guide them through life. Across America, including right here in Arlington & Alexandria, children wait in foster care for a loving family. These problems can be solved -- it just takes individuals who care. You can participate by donating new backpacks or supplies for toddlers through teens -- drop off donations in the vestibule of Fr. Ray Hall. Contact the Building Forever Families ministry for more information ([email protected] or [email protected]).

MAKING PLANS FOR THE SUMMER? Make sure to plan for your offertory as well! When your summer travels take you away from Sunday Masses, eGiving lets you continue to support our parish and the ministries you cherish. You can sign up from your computer, smartphone or tablet, and set up a recurring donation or make a one-time gift.
Recurring gifts sustain our parish through the busy summer months. You'll provide us with consistent support, even if you're away on a Sunday, so the programs, services, and ministries that mean so much to our community will never miss a beat. Sign up today by visiting ParishSOFT Giving: giving.parishsoft.com/App/Giving/FD-271. If you are having issues with an established ParishSOFT Giving account, contact Christina in the parish office for a password reset ([email protected]) or call the Customer Service team at 866-930-4774.

DIOCESAN FESTIVAL: CELEBRATING FAITH + FREEDOM THE DIOCESAN FESTIVAL RETURNS! Save the date for the 2026 Diocesan Festival on Saturday, June 13 in Berryville, Virginia! Join thousands of Catholics from across the Diocese at the Clarke County Fairgrounds for a joyful celebration of faith, freedom and community. As in years past, the festival will open by giving thanks to God with a Vigil Mass celebrated by Bishop Burbidge, followed by live music, food and drink, amusement rides for children, local vendors, and so much more fun for the whole family. Register for free at arlingtondiocese.org/festival.

OLQP SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY for Black and Native American Students who attend Catholic elementary school or Catholic high school. We have been awarded a small grant from the Black and Indian Mission Office specifically for Black and Native American students who attend Catholic elementary and high school. Please contact the parish office for an application, 703-979-5580 or [email protected]. The deadline to submit the completed application is Friday, May 29. This scholarship is being administered by the OLQP UJAMAA Committee.

NEWS FROM OUR TWIN PARISH, ST. JOSEPH IN MEDOR, HAITI Meet Vannia Laurent. She attended primary and secondary school in Medor, and completed her agronomy degree at the University of Fondwa. Today, she serves her community as an agronomist, assisting farmers to improve crop yields, protect the environment, and strengthen sustainable agriculture. Vannia states that her education was a gift from God that “opened doors and allowed her to serve others". She is grateful to Our Lady Queen of Peace for helping transform her life so that she can help others do the same. Thank you for your love, prayers, and support for our Medor family. Please pray for peace and security in Haiti.

ENVIRONMENTAL BOOK DISCUSSION The Integrity of Creation ministry invites all parishioners to join us in the Parish Library on Wednesday, May 13 at 7:00pm for a discussion of the book "Saving Us: A Climate Scientist's Case for Hope and Healing in a Divided World" by Katherine Hayhoe. All are welcome to join us even if you have not read/finished the book. Email Dan Herrera ([email protected]) for more information.

ARLINGTON CURSILLO RETREATS Missionhurst Retreat Center - You're Invited! A Cursillo Weekend is a retreat, but also so much more. It is an opportunity to examine and celebrate yourself, deepen your relationship with Christ, and continue – or begin – your faith journey with the love and support of the Christian community.
Scheduled: 160th Women's Weekend on June 4-7 and 145th
Men's Weekend on June 25-28.
You will: Grow spiritually, Make new friends, and Experience Christ’s unlimited love.
For more information, or to register to attend the retreat, contact Jen & Linda at [email protected] or visit the website: arlingtoncursillo.org.

FROM THE OLQP LIBRARY: The OLQP Library appreciates your donations of books on religion, spirituality, social justice, and related subjects. Please donate other adult fiction and nonfiction books to your public library. The Comfort Cases and Food Pantry collect new and gently used books for children and teens. These books can be left by the library as well, marked for them. Thank you!

ECO-TIP: Did you know that an hour of gas-powered mowing produces as much pollution as a typical car driven for forty-five miles, according to the Minnesota Pollution Agency. Consider replacing your gas-guzzling (and noisy) mowers and leaf blowers with ones that use rechargeable batteries. Your neighbors and the earth will thank you!

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Formacion en la Fe

CHILDREN'S LITURGY OF THE WORD

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