Mary Queen of Peace Parish

06/11/2026

Today, the bishops of the United States will consecrate the nation to the Sacred Heart. You can join in the prayer and celebrations here: https://www.usccb.org/consecration-united-states-sacred-heart-jesus

06/11/2026

Today is the Feast of St. Barnabas, named an Apostle in Acts 14. His name, which means "son of encouragement," is a great reminder that names really matter.
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Mary Queen of Peace family, do you know the meaning of your name? Does it have a ? Let us know in the comments below!

06/10/2026

Jewish-American legend Maurice Sendak was born on this day in 1928. Though he lived in America, he was deeply affected by the deaths of numerous family members during the Holocaust. His scary, haunting images result from this connection.
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He's most famous for "Where the Wild Things Are," one of the most popular children's books of all time

06/10/2026

A 12-year-old boy from Santa Catarina, Brazil, is drawing attention on social media for an unusual mission for someone his age: making rosaries from seeds known as "Our Lady's Tears" and distributing them to children in hospitals.

Samuel Hoffmann, who lives in the city of Brusque, participates in hospital evangelization efforts and has found a simple way to leave a meaningful gift for the children he visits. With his own hands, he cultivates the plant, harvests the seeds, and turns them into rosaries that he gives away during his visits.

The story began several years ago, when he grew in devotion to Our Lady.

According to Samuel, it all began when he was seven years old and watched Catholic programs every day with his grandmother. Soon afterward, he received an invitation that would change his life.

"When I was eight or nine years old, Sister Terezinha invited me to visit the hospital. We would play music for the children, but I wanted to leave them a gift that would remind them to pray."

The solution came from an unexpected place.

One of Samuel's uncles brought home seeds from a plant popularly known as "Our Lady's Tears," or the Lily of the Valley. Samuel decided to plant them in the backyard. As the plant grew, he came up with the idea of using the seeds to make rosaries.

"When you visit a child's room and see that what you're bringing has made them happier, it makes me happy too," Samuel said.

Today, the rosaries have become part of the mission carried out during hospital visits.

While many children his age spend their time playing video games, scrolling through social media, or watching television, Samuel dedicates part of his days to prayer, evangelization, and making rosaries that he personally delivers to young patients.

His mother, Maristela Hoffmann, believes her son's journey of faith has transformed their entire family.

"In fact, he was the one who sought us out and brought us along. He brought us even closer to the Church," she said.

She also emphasized the importance of Christian witness.

"It's beautiful to see so many young people following this path. People need to bear witness to inspire others to do something for their neighbor."

Samuel's grandmother has closely followed his journey and becomes emotional when speaking about her grandson.

"Today, I see his faith growing so much, and it makes me very happy."

What began as a simple devotion to Our Lady has become a small mission.

Through seeds, rosaries, and hospital visits, Samuel offers children something that cannot always be found in medicine or treatments: the assurance that they are not alone.

At just 12 years old, he continues doing what he believes God has called him to do—a child bringing hope to other children.

churchpop.com/12-year-old-boy-makes-rosaries-out-of-lily-seeds-for-children-in-hospitals

06/10/2026

06/09/2026

MQP family, did you know St. Ephrem is a Doctor of the Church, and yet he was never more than a simple deacon? He is called the "Harp of the Holy Spirit" because of his incredible preaching and beautiful hymns.

06/08/2026

Who is your best friend? Aristotle notes that there are three types of friends: those of utility, pleasure, and virtue. In the Christian understanding, truly virtuous friendship continues into heaven because the two people have spurred each other on to holiness. Learn more about virtuous friends here:
https://www.focolaremedia.com/magazine/content/saintly-friends

06/07/2026

Today, Mary Queen of Peace joins the universal Church in celebrating the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, meditating on the great gift of the Eucharist that Jesus has left us. It is the food that truly nourishes us for our journey toward heaven.

06/06/2026

The parish church of Sainte-Mère-Église in Normandy is now famous for what happened there on June 6, 1944: D-Day. Private John Steele of the 82nd Airborne parachuted into town, was injured by flak, and dangled from the pinnacle of the church.
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He faked being dead for two whole hours, until the Germans took him prisoner. Later, he was able to escape and rejoin his unit.
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Today, these events are commemorated by the "Parachute Memorial," which still dangles from the church steeple. It's a tribute to all the soldiers who fought to liberate Europe.
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As our Mary Queen of Peace family, let's pray today for all soldiers who have died in the defense of basic freedoms.

06/06/2026

“Blessed are you among women and blessed is the fruit of your womb.”🙏🩵
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The Visitation is a powerful scene in Scripture including the first encounter between Christ and St. John the Baptist, St. Elizabeth’s praises, which are in the Hail Mary, and the Magnificat. Both our Blessed Mother and Elizabeth are examples of perfect faith and trust in God’s will. May we mirror their fiats in God’s will for us.🩵🙏
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🎬: Mary of Nazareth, learn more at https://ignatius.com/mary-of-nazareth-monam/