Queen of Peace Catholic Parish

 

 

Salem, Oregon

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To register adults, children, and youth for Whole Community Faith Formation, or other Youth Activities

Online Faith Resources:  A variety of ideas for individuals and families

WCFF Calendar

Listen to WCFF Adult Sessions On-line

Whole Community Faith Formation

“We’re not just teaching religion anymore, together we are forming faith!”

Offering all-ages faith formation experiences which inspire deeper, lifelong communion & intimacy with Jesus Christ!

What? WCFF offers everyone in the parish weekly opportunities to grow in faith as we explore what Catholics believe, how Catholics worship, live & pray.

Who? Everyone! Seniors, middle-aged adults, young adults, singles, couples, families, parents, non-Catholic family & friends, empty-nesters, youth, children & visitors too!

When & Where? WCFF take place most Sunday mornings, Sept. – May,  9:45-10:45am in the gym & includes time to get to know each other over coffee & donuts, praise & worship music, prayer, peer-group or intergenerational learning experiences & time for reflection & application to daily life.

Registration: Parents, please complete sections 1-3 of the Parish & Faith Formation reg. form to register youth & children for WCFF & other program activities. Registration for adults is not required.

Preparing for Sacraments: Please complete sections 1-4 of the Parish & Faith Formation reg. form  & contact the following staff member for preparation program info.

Baptism: Darlene (Infants-Gr. 1), Bryce (Gr. 2-5), Cheri or Marty (Gr. 6-12), Bryce (Adults)

First Reconciliation/First Eucharist: Tricia (Gr. 1-5), Cheri & Marty (Gr. 6-12), Bryce (Adults)

Confirmation: Cheri & Marty (Gr. 8-12), Bryce (Adults) 

Suggested Donations: Please prayerfully consider making a donation to help cover the costs of faith formation books & materials. The suggested donation is $25/person for WCFF & $35/person for the Second Year of Sacramental Preparation. Please indicate “WCFF” on the check memo line & return to the parish office, offertory basket or give to a Faith Formation Team member. Thank you for your financial support these ministries!

Sign me up!

Questions or special needs?  Please contact your favorite Faith Formation team member: Bryce Herrmann (Adult Formation), Cheri Posedel or Marty Gay (Youth Ministry), or Tricia Boyle (Children’s Ministry) at the parish office 503-364-7202. All rooms are wheelchair accessible.

Answering Your Baptismal Call to Serve . . . 

The success of the Whole Community Faith Formation process requires the generous hearts and hands of many Queen of Peace parish members.  The list below outlines various ways in which you may be called to ministry service within this process. Some are support roles, other positions work directly to bring the Gospel message to our adults, youth, and children. Please read over this list of opportunities and prayerfully discern your call to ministry. Then please contact one of the pastoral staff to discuss your interests or check the space provided on the registration form to receive a contact by one of the staff. 

Description of Ministry Service Opportunities: 

Set up/Clean up Crew - Set up facilities during 8:30am mass and/or clean up facilities during 11am mass

Registration/Greeters - Welcome and assist participants with registration process

Coffee and Donuts - Set up, serve, and/or clean up refreshments

Music - Vocal and instrumentals needed to lead music during opening and closing sessions

Session Facilitators/Catechists & Assistants - Seasonal commitment (approximately 6-8 sessions) to serve as a facilitator/catechist with adults, youth, and/or children, which includes participation in formation and training sessions

Child Care/Preschool - Serve as child care provider during 8:30am or 11am mass or preschool catechist/aide during Whole Community Faith Formation session which includes participation in formation and training sessions

Materials Prep. - Assist with advance prep of learning session and/or take-home materials

Planning Team - Assist with planning and implementation of Whole Community Faith Formation sessions

We also welcome other talents & skills you would like to offer

Click here for information about Sacramental Preparation

 We sing ...  We pray ...  We learn ... We share...Together!

 

CHURCH

SCHOOL

Queen of Peace Catholic Church
PO Box 3016
Salem, Oregon 97302
Location of Parish Offices:
4170 Pullman Avenue, SE
Queen of Peace Catholic School
PO Box 3696
Salem, Oregon 97302
Location of Church & School:
4227 Lone Oak Road, SE
(Corner of Lone Oak and Friendship)
Phone: 503-364-7202
Church Hall: 503-581-6165
FAX: 503-364-5882
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 12:00noon & 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Phone: 503-362-3443
FAX: 503-589-9411
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
Email: holly@qpsalem.org
Email: school@qpsalem.org

  

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Last modified: 08/25/09