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COMMUNITY UPDATES
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Community Sunday Suppers (CSS) are held normally on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month at 3pm
Parish Feast Day – Pictures on this link: https://photos.app.goo.gl/gk2zMkt5499hRvj39
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PET BLESSING – Saturday, October 7th at 10am – outside by the St. Francis Statue


About Us
Parish Staff
Rev. Robert Simon
Rev. Robert Simon was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Scranton by Bish-op James C. Timlin on June 30, 1990. He is a native of Plains, PA. Father Bob earned his bachelors degree from the University of Scranton and holds a Master of Divinity degree from Seton Hall University and a Master of Arts in Liturgical Theology from the University of Notre Dame. Father Bob has served as Executive Director of the Office of Parish Ministries of the Diocese of Scranton and the Diocesan Pro-Life Director. Father Bob has served many churches as Asst. Pastor as well as Pastor of St. Catherine of Siena before coming to our parish. Father Bob is happy to make the West End his home!
Rev. Edison Gregorio Arreaga Arce
Rev. Edison Gregorio Arreaga Arce was assigned to our parish in March 2023. Father Greg is a native of Ecuador. Father Greg served in Ecuador as a member of the Priest in the Passionist Community. He studied for the priesthood at the Pontifical Catholic University of Ecuador. Father Greg has been preparing for months to begin his ministry at Our Lady Queen of Peace
Deacon Bob O'Connor, Jr.
Deacon Bob O'Connor, Jr. was born in Jersey City, NJ on August 30th, 1952. He mar-ried Joanne on May 14, 1977 and they have 1 son, Timothy Breandon, who is married and has 2 children. Deacon Bob has been a member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Par-ish since January 1992. He was ordained a Permanent Deacon on November 26, 2004. When Deacon Bob isn't assisting the parish he enjoys spending time with his Farmall Farm Tractor, traveling with Joanne, canoeing, camping, fishing, and being with family and friends, especially his grandchildren. Deacon Bob lives his life loving God and Neighbor.
Deacon Joseph Rodgers
Deacon Joseph Rodgers was born in Paterson, NJ on August 3, 1957. He married his wife Judy on October 1, 1977 and they have 2 children, Stephanie and Joe and 3 grandchildren, Christopher, Lucy and Isabelle. Deacon Joe was ordained at the cathedral of St. Peter in Scranton on November 28th, 2015 by Bishop Joseph Bam-bera. He was first assigned to Our Lady of Victory in Tannersville and was re-assigned to Our Lady Queen of Peace in October 2016. He is involved in prison, hospital and most social concern Ministries. Living his life through the Gosptls brings him great joy and contentment to his life.
- Pastor- Rev. Robert Simon (ext. 112)
- Asst. Pastor – Rev. Gregorio Arreaga (ext. 126)
- Deacon- Robert A. O’Connor Jr.
- Deacon- Joseph P. Rodgers
- Business Manager- Kim Hoffman (ext. 111)
- Director of Faith Foundation- Linda Carbone (ext. 114)
- Music Ministry- Lindsey Blundetto (ext. 127)
- Youth Ministry- Jill Salvi (ext. 117)
- Parish Secretary- Eric Morris (ext. 110)
- Secretaria Española – (general mailbox)
- Building and Grounds – Eric Hoffman
- Lawn Maintenance – Drew Hoffman
Important Forms & Resources
Resources:
USCCB
PHYSICAL ADDRESS: Our Lady Queen of Peace
1402 US-209
Gilbert, PA 18331
MAILING ADDRESS: Our Lady Queen of Peace
P.O. Box 38
Brodheadsville, PA 18322
Phone: 610-681-6137
Fax: 610-681-6139
churchoffice@qopchurch.org
OFFICE HOURS
Monday – Friday
8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
DAILY MASS TIMES:
Monday: 12:10 PM
Tuesday - Friday: 8:00 AM
Friday Adoration: 8:30 AM – 7 PM
Saturday Communion Service - 8AM
WEEKEND MASS TIMES:
Saturday: 5:00 PM
(Winter Hours @ 4:00PM)
Sunday: 8:00 AM
11 AM (Livestreamed on Facebook and Youtube)
1PM(Espanol)
CONFESSION TIMES:
Monday: 6:30 – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 3:30 - 4:30 PM
(Winter Hours 2:30 - 3:30PM)