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(CM) CHILDREN’S MINISTRY - 3 YRS. - GRADE 5
Tricia Boyle, Coordinator, 503-364-7202 ext. 17

Welcome to 2007-2008 Children’s Ministry (CM) Programs! All children are invited to participate in Children’s Ministry programs! Are you new to the parish or have questions about Children’s Ministry programs? Please contact Tricia at the parish office for children‘s program and/or volunteer information and registration.

Whole Community Faith Formation (WCFF)

“We’re not just teaching religion anymore, together we are forming faith!” All ages (adults, youth & children) are invited to learn what Catholics Believe, how Catholics Worship, Live, & Pray.

NO WCFF May 11 (Mother's Day); WCFF Meets Sunday, 9:45-10:45 AM, May 18 (Called to Protect);

Faith Buck Store Open 9:30-9:45am in the youth center prior to the “Called to Protect” session

May 18 – “Called to Protect” Session For Adults, Youth & Children

On May 18 all parishioners are invited to gather in the youth center at 9:45am to participate in the archdiocesan sponsored “Called to Protect” program. The morning will begin with an opening gathering followed by age specific learning sessions for adults, youth and children. The instruction includes developmentally appropriate videos, discussion & activities about sexual abuse prevention designed to assist in creating a culture of safety in our parish and community.

More information and home resource materials are available online at the QofP website, in the gathering area, or from the parish office. Those not able to attend the May 18 session are asked to review the resource materials with their children at home and return an “opt out” form to the parish office by May 25th.

Questions about WCFF or the Called to Protect program? Please contact a faith formation team member: Bryce, Marty, Cheri, or Tricia (see below).

Registration is now in process for Vacation Bible School - June 23-27, 9:30am-12noon, meeting at Queen of Peace for children Kindergarten-Grade 5; Fees: $17/child or $45/family includes T-shirt. Registration deadline: June 6. Adult & youth help needed - Please see registration packet for volunteer information & contact Tricia with questions. Registration packets available at the school or parish offices.

First Eucharist Photos - First Eucharist photos are now available from Tricia on Sunday, May 18 at the school front desk or from Holly in the parish office during the week.

Faith Sharing Question:

May 11, Pentecost, John 20:19-23

The Holy Spirit is Jesus with us here on earth. Because of our Baptism we, too, are disciples and are called to go out and spread the Good News. Actually, Jesus expects us to carry on his mission — just like those first disciples. Jesus breathed on a group of frightened disciples and gave them the Holy Spirit. This gift of the Spirit enabled them to go out and tell others about Jesus Christ and God’s unconditional love for all people. Through our baptism and faith, we too are given graces and gifts, which we are called to share with others.

How have you experienced the Holy Spirit in your life? Jesus told his disciples, “Receive the Holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, and whose sins you retain are retained.” Have you ever had a hard time forgiving or reconciling with someone? Were you able to reconcile? Describe what happened.

Please contact Tricia Boyle at tricia@queenofpeacesalem.org with questions on any of the above activities!

For information on WCFF, preparation for Sacraments, or Child Protection Training, please contact one of the faith formation team members: Adults: Bryce, Youth: Marty or Cheri, Infants–Grade 5: Tricia.