Adult Formation
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Spiritual growth is a lifelong process.
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Adult faith formation does not end with the reception of Confirmation. We strive to meet this need for knowledge about the Faith through various methods of adult catechesis encompassing adults of all ages.
Every Catholic should aspire to spiritual growth through learning, prayer and study. Every baptized Catholic is called to share in the mission of the Church. In order to live and proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ, we must be knowledgeable about our Faith.
Check here as well as the Parish Bulletin for days, times and locations of the various programs/opportunities offered.
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Adult Faith Formation Conferences
If you would like to attend in person
any or all of the Adult Formation Conferences,
you will need to reserve seating.
The online seating enrollment
will be processed through SignUpGenius.
To begin the process, pleaseCLICK HERE
If you desire, you are still welcome to register to attend by:
Phone — 724.775.6363 ext. 101
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NEXT UP:
Beatitudes: Our Call to Happiness
- When: January 25, 2025)
- Where: Fr. O'Connell Hall (SFC)
What is true happiness? St. Thomas Aquinas’ consideration of happiness unfolds along the lines of five questions. Please join in for a talk by Fr. Romuald and learn that happiness is not just our end, but through a relationship with Christ, it is also our beginning and present.♦As future conferences are announced, please RSVP in order to attend the evening event in Fr. O'Connell Hall, which is located on the grounds of St. Frances Cabrini Church, Center Twp., as well as learn more about our Faith and interact with fellow parishioners.
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Upcoming Talks
All conferences are normally
held on Saturdays
from 5:45PM to 7:30PM
(unless noted)
- Schedule -
(click on title of topic for details)
November 23, 2024
Topic: Our God is a Consuming Fire
Speaker: Dave VanVickle
Location: Fr. O'Connell Hall (SFC)
January 25, 2025
Topic: Beatitudes: Our Call to Happiness
Speaker: Fr. Romuald Duchene, OSB
Location: Fr. O'Connell Hall (SFC)Abbreviation Legend:
- SJB = St. John the Baptist Church
- ST = St. Titus Church
- SFC = St. Frances Cabrini Church
- OLF = Our Lady of Fatima Church
- MQSP = Mary, Queen of Saints Parish
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Previous Talks
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Eucharistic Miracles of the World: A Presentation on Bl. Carlo Acutis
In this very special MQSP Adult Faith Formation evening, Bishop William Waltersheid delivers a talk on Eucharistic miracles and Blessed Carlo Acutis. Bl. Carlo had a great love for God and a tremendous devotion to the Holy Eucharist — he called it his “highway to heaven.” Between the ages of 11 and 14 he used his gifts as a computer whiz to create a website reporting in detail on every Eucharistic miracle recorded in history. Carlo died October 12, 2006 at the age of 15, just days after being diagnosed with a rare type of leukemia. He was beatified only 14 years later on October 10, 2020.
Bishop William Waltersheid was born and raised in the Anthracite Coal Region of the Diocese of Harrisburg. Ordained a priest in 1992 for Harrisburg, he served as parochial vicar and pastor in various parishes. He also served as Vice Rector of the Pontifical North American College in Rome and as Secretary for Clergy and Consecrated Life. Appointed Auxiliary Bishop of Pittsburgh by Pope Benedict XVI in 2011, he has served in various roles and is currently the Vicar for Faith Initiatives in Pittsburgh.
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This talk was given on September 23, 2023, at St. Frances Cabrini Church, part of Mary, Queen of Saints Parish, in Fr. O'Connell Hall.
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You are welcome to visit our parish YouTube Channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/c/MaryQueenofSaintsParish
for other prior talks and additional videos.
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Requesting Gift Basket Donors
Door prizes and raffle baskets are being sought for our Adult Formation meetings/events. Possible themes and/or items for such donations include:
- Italian-Themed Baskets/Items (pasta, sauce, pesto, etc)
- Lottery Basket
- Valentine's Day Basket
- Restaurant Gift Certificates
- Bottles of Wine/Liquor
- Chocolates
- 'Home-Based Business' Basket (such as 'Thirty-One', 'Pampered Chef', etc.)
- Handmade Craft Items
Donations can be dropped off at the Parish Adminstrative Office located on the grounds of St. Frances Cabrini Church, Monday through Friday, from 9:00AM to 5:00PM. Any parishioner or small business owner who would like to sponsor a basket via a monetary donation or for any further questions, please contact Jamie Leheny at 724.494.2399.
Thank you in advance for your generosity.
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Parish-Wide Adult Formation
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Bible Study
Check the bulletin for announcements pertaining to Bible Study classes that may be offered.
For more on understanding the importance of the bible in the life of a Catholic, go to the Word of God page. "Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ." — St. Jerome
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Women of Faith
Women of Faith is a parish faith sharing group open to all women who wish to gather for prayer, study, and fellowship. The group meets on the first Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM in Sacred Heart Hall, which is located on the grounds of St. Frances Cabrini Church, usually beginning in September. For more information, contact Joanne Basko at [email protected] or 724.513.3911.
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Men’s Spirituality Group
The Men’s Spirituality Group normally meets in Sacred Heart Hall as located on the grounds of St. Frances Cabrini Church. All men are welcome.
For any questions or additional information, please contact Deacon Joe at [email protected].
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Pre-Cana: Marriage Preparation Class
Pre-Cana is for engaged couples planning to receive the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony within the Catholic Church.
For further information and session schedules, go to the 'Pre-Cana' page by clicking here.
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Baptism Preparation Class
Every child is a precious gift of God. To begin the task of bringing up your child in the Catholic Church, first-time parents who wish to present their child for Baptism are required to take a Baptism Preparation Class.
For further information and to enroll in a class, go to the 'Sacraments Portal' subpage titled 'Baptism' by clicking here.
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Resources for Adults
Links to videos and articles intended for all adults...
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Catholic Link
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24 hours agoSt. Joseph has been accompanying me since my youth and this latest accomplishment—the song I co-wrote with Tom Raniszewski, “The Carpenter’s Son”—is but another time he has influenced my thinking and...
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3 days agoYour Lord and Savior is Now the Size of a Watermelon! Advent has officially begun! The final month has finally arrived and Baby Jesus will soon be born. The last month in the womb is spent with...
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4 days ago“We cannot love God without first loving each other, and to love, we must know each other.” Dorothy Day This powerful quote encapsulates what sparked a massive 20th-century movement that changed many...
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a week agoDuring our teenage years, our relationship with the Lord begins to change. As children, we typically love Him without caring about the details. We love Him with the love of a child with wonder, often...
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*Please Note That...
Our Mary, Queen of Saints Parish website may contain links to other websites. These links are provided to you only as a convenience. Such linked websites are not under the control of our parish. Mary, Queen of Saints Parish is not responsible for the content of any linked website, or any link contained in a linked website. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement of the website by our parish, and Mary, Queen of Saints Parish shall have no responsibility for information that is referenced by or linked to our maryqueenofsaints.org website. Also, note that statements expressed in 'opinion articles' are not necessarily in line with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
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