ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Adult Faith Formation
Adult Faith Formation encourages parishioners to consciously grow in the life of Christ through experience, reflection, prayer and study. Adult Faith Formation provides adults with the opportunity to grow spiritually, intellectually and faithfully through a variety of programs. The Adult Faith Formation ministry seeks to help adults better understand the faith of the Church, as well as its practical application in their lives. Since adults have a right and a duty to bring to maturity the seed of faith sewn in them by God, Adult Faith Formation seeks to provide parishioners with spiritual and enrichment opportunities so that they may grow in their Christian life. For more information, contact Patricia Hebert at phebert24@charter.net or mqpadultfaith@gmail.com
FAMILIA For Men
FAMILIA for men is a Catholic program committed to strengthening all families by helping men (and women) to live their vocation to marriage and parenthood in all its fullness. Husbands (with young children) come together as a small Christian community to study and pray as they nurture their vocations of husband and father. Using the tools and deeper understanding of the Catholic faith which they receive in Familia, they learn to integrate the Gospel and Church teachings into their busy lives. The family is the heart of our society. This is where God has made known his presence in the most unique and unrepeatable way. Familia can help equip you with practical tools that will enable you to become a champion for your family. Familia exists for the family, that they might live their mission through: stronger marriages, effective communication between spouses and children, trust in the dignity of each person, and lifestyles and decisions which bring unity and elevate the family. FAMILIA will offer this Catholic program for men in the fall. For more information, please contact Michael Pigg at mpigg@razorline.com, Davis Brister at davis_brister@ml.com or mqpfamilia.men@gmail.com
FAMILIA
FAMILIA is a program for young mothers who want to grow deeper in their vocation as wives and mothers. FAMILIA will give moms the opportunity to grow in faith and to enrich the faith of their families. Moms will also gain insights on how to instill solid values and virtues in their children. Each session will include a reflection on the upcoming Sunday Gospel, teachings from the Catechism of the Catholic Church and the writings of Pope John Paul II as they relate to marriage and family. For more information, call Lynn Ward at 893-5536 or lynn@shopub.com.
Legion of Mary
The Legion of Mary is an active lay ministry of faithful members of the worldwide Legion of Mary. Members bring communion to the sick, visit the ill and homebound and gather every Wednesday morning after Mass to pray and discuss how to bring Christ to souls and souls to Christ. Everyone is welcome to meet at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesdays. Call Mary Burns at 845-4027 or email curtburns@charter.net or mqplegion@gmail.com
Parish Library
The Mission of Mary, Queen of Peace Church Library is to provide a library which welcomes all who enter to grow in faith and gain a deeper spiritual relationship with God, one book at a time. All are encouraged to read material offered within the Library to perfect oneself in the glory of God. Gaining knowledge and spiritual awareness will allow us to be a people Living the Good News of Christ.
Scripture Study
Mary, Queen of Peace offers a variety of resources for Bible study. For the latest, email Jewell Bayhi at jbayhi@maryqueenofpeace.org
Men’s Spirituality
The Men’s Spirituality group consists of a group of men dedicated to deepening their relationship with Jesus Christ and with each other. The ministry gathers on Monday nights at 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact the ministry leader, Jackie Starks, at 892-7115 or jstarks100@bellsouth.net.
Rosary Group Early
The Friday Rosary Group meets at 8:30 a.m. each Friday to recite the rosary. Contact Clariza Kern, piggikern@hotmail.com,
893-8669, or email mqprosary.friday@gmail.com.
Pro-Life Committee
Every individual is created by a loving God in His own image. From the very beginning, each life is a part of God’s perfect plan. The goal of the Pro-Life Ministry at Mary, Queen of Peace is to proclaim a consistent ethic of the sanctity of human life, from the moment of conception to natural death. We do this through prayer, education and service. For more information, please contact the ministry leader, Julie Pigg at 624-6811 or juliepigg@yahoo.com.
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
RCIA is a process of spiritual enrichment and growth preparing un-baptized adults for Baptism and for other sacraments and for them to become full members of the church. It is also for candidates who have been baptized but have not received other sacraments or wish to learn more about their Catholic faith. The process begins in September and continues through May each Thursday night at 7:15 p.m. Catholic sponsors are invited to participate and share their faith journeys. For more information, contact Jewell Bayhi at 674-9794 or jbayhi@maryqueenofpeace.org.
Early Bird Rosary Group
The Early Bird Rosary Group meets before 9 a.m. Mass each Friday to recite the Rosary. For more information, contact mqprosary.Friday@gmail.com.
Spanish Prayer Group
The Spanish Prayer Group meets on the first Friday of each month from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. for prayer and religious discussion in Spanish. For more information, contact the ministry leader, Elizabeth Ryan, at 624-5532 or bizryan2002@yahoo.com.
Spiritual Direction
Parishioners who would like to integrate spirituality into their daily life and explore a closer relationship with God are invited to meet one-on-one with a spiritual director. Contact Sr. Marina at 626-6977 or sistermarinastj@hotmail.com .
Sunday to Sunday
A Bible Study Program, focuses on the Gospel readings for the following Sunday. Sunday to Sunday meets every Tuesday after 9:00 a.m. Mass. The participants share the scripture readings with the Paulist Fathers via a video and each other. Attendance is open to all parishioners. Check the church calendar for further information or call the office at 626-6977.
Women’s Spirituality
Women parishioners are invited to join the Women’s Spirituality group and to grow through prayer, reflection and faith sharing. Meetings are held on Thursday mornings from 9:35-11:00 a.m. in the fall and in the spring. This group sponsors women’s retreats in the fall and in the spring. For information contact Sr. Marina at 626-6977 or by e-mail, sistermarinastj@hotmail.com.
Young Adults
Young adults in their 20s and 30s are invited to walk the faith journey with others on their faith journey. For more information, contact Steve or Sandi Johnson, at sjohnson@maryqueenofpeace.org