Children and Family Ministry

- Registration and Program Information
  
  Thank you for your interest in our Children and Family Ministry Program at Mary, Queen of Peace Parish! Below please find the registration form and information regarding specific programming and program descriptions.
  
  Please note that we are asking for a copy of baptismal certificates for all children in our program this year (unless we received them from you this past year). With all the mergers and reorganizations, we do not have access to sacramental records from our pre-merged parishes. Records can be sent to [email protected].
  If you do not have a copy of your child’s baptismal certificate at home, please contact Diocesan Archives for another copy. Here is more information: Sacramental Record Request | Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh, PA (diopitt.org).
  
  Please save these important dates:
  Now - September 15: Registration Open
  After September 15, please contact the Faith Formation Coordinator with inquiries regarding registration.
  Sunday, September 15: Catechetical Sunday Commissioning Service
  We will be blessing our catechists, parents and guardians at our 11:00 am mass
  Tuesday, September 17: Orientation for Families & Catechists
  6:00 pm at View Room, 403 Grandview
  If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].
  Below is our 2024-2025 Schedule.
  For additional information and descriptions of our formation programming, please scroll to the bottom of this page below the registration form.
  
  Level I Atrium - Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
  Pre-K, Kindergarten (in-person, beginning 10/1)
  Alternating Tuesday evenings, 6-8 pm at 403 Grandview
  Level II Atrium - Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
  1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Graders (in-person, beginning 10/1)
  Alternating Tuesday evenings, 6-8 pm at 403 Grandview
  First and Second Grade - Pflaum Gospel Weeklies
  1st & 2nd Graders (virtual, beginning week of 9/30)
  Weekday evening to be determined on registrant availability
  Third and Fourth Grade - Pflaum Gospel Weeklies
  3rd & 4th Graders (virtual, beginning 10/1)
  Tuesday evenings, 6-7 pm
  Teen/Tween - Pflaum Gospel Weeklies
  5th, 6th, 7th & 8th Graders (in-person, beginning 9/29)
  Every three Sunday evenings, 4-7 pm at 403 Grandview
  Confirmation Preparation
  9th-12th Graders (in-person)
  Time to be determined on registrant availability
- Registration Form
  
  The maximum number of form submissions has been reached. This form is currently not available.
  
  Please complete the form below. Please note, the cap for Infant/Toddler Atrium is 10 students.
  
  Father's First and Last Name Please enter valid data.
  
  Mother's First and Maiden Name Please enter valid data.
  
  Mailing Address Please enter valid data.
  
  City REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  State REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
  
  Zip REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter a zip code.
  
  Email REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter an email address.
  
  Phone Number REQUIRED Maximum 20 characters Please fill out this field. Please enter a phone number.
  
  Emergency Contact (include name, number, and relationship)
  
  Are you a registered member of the parish? Yes No
  
  If you're not registered, would you like to register? Yes No
  
  Are you and your children planning on attending our Children and Family Ministries Orientation (Tuesday, September 17 at 6pm, at the View Room at 403 Grandview)? REQUIRED Yes No Please fill out this field.
  
  Children's Information
  
  Below please include the name, date of birth, school the child is attending, grade level, as well as what level in CFM they have completed. Please also indicate which program each child is registering for (program offerings noted above).
  
  You must provide a copy of the baptismal certificate for each child you are registering. You can email those to [email protected] or submit a copy to the Parish Office marked Attn. Faith Formation at 81 S. 13th Street, PGH, PA 15203. This is required.
  
  Number of children you are registering REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
  
  Child 1
  
  First Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Last Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Birth Date REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter a date.
  
  Place of Birth (city, state) Please enter valid data.
  
  By checking this box, I understand that I must send a copy of each child's baptismal certificate to [email protected] or send it to the Mary, Queen of Peace Parish Office (Attn. Faith Formation, 81 S. 13th Street, PGH, PA 15203). REQUIRED Yes, I understand. Please fill out this field.
  
  Place of Baptism Please enter valid data.
  
  Date of Baptism Please enter a date.
  
  Please list the school your child attends. Please enter valid data.
  
  Grade Level in School (please note if CFM level is different) Please enter valid data.
  
  Which program would you like to register this child for? REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
  
  Any allergies, health, or other information we should know about this child?
  
  Child 2
  
  First Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Last Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Birth Date REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter a date.
  
  Place of Birth (city, state) Please enter valid data.
  
  By checking this box, I understand that I must send a copy of each child's baptismal certificate to [email protected] or send it to the Mary, Queen of Peace Parish Office (Attn. Faith Formation, 81 S. 13th Street, PGH, PA 15203). REQUIRED Yes, I understand. Please fill out this field.
  
  Place of Baptism Please enter valid data.
  
  Date of Baptism Please enter a date.
  
  Please list the school your child attends. Please enter valid data.
  
  Grade Level in School (please note if CFM level is different) Please enter valid data.
  
  Which program would you like to register this child for? REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
  
  Any allergies, health, or other information we should know about this child?
  
  Child 3
  
  First Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Last Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Birth Date REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter a date.
  
  Place of Birth (city, state) Please enter valid data.
  
  By checking this box, I understand that I must send a copy of each child's baptismal certificate to [email protected] or send it to the Mary, Queen of Peace Parish Office (Attn. Faith Formation, 81 S. 13th Street, PGH, PA 15203). REQUIRED Yes, I understand. Please fill out this field.
  
  Place of Baptism Please enter valid data.
  
  Date of Baptism Please enter a date.
  
  Please list the school your child attends. Please enter valid data.
  
  Grade Level in School (please note if CFM level is different) Please enter valid data.
  
  Which program would you like to register this child for? REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
  
  Any allergies, health, or other information we should know about this child?
  
  Child 4
  
  First Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Last Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Birth Date REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter a date.
  
  Place of Birth (city, state) Please enter valid data.
  
  By checking this box, I understand that I must send a copy of each child's baptismal certificate to [email protected] or send it to the Mary, Queen of Peace Parish Office (Attn. Faith Formation, 81 S. 13th Street, PGH, PA 15203). REQUIRED Yes, I understand. Please fill out this field.
  
  Place of Baptism Please enter valid data.
  
  Date of Baptism Please enter a date.
  
  Please list the school your child attends. Please enter valid data.
  
  Grade Level in School (please note if CFM level is different) Please enter valid data.
  
  Which program would you like to register this child for? REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
  
  Any allergies, health, or other information we should know about this child?
  
  Child 5
  
  First Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Last Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Birth Date REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter a date.
  
  Place of Birth (city, state) Please enter valid data.
  
  By checking this box, I understand that I must send a copy of each child's baptismal certificate to [email protected] or send it to the Mary, Queen of Peace Parish Office (Attn. Faith Formation, 81 S. 13th Street, PGH, PA 15203). REQUIRED Yes, I understand. Please fill out this field.
  
  Place of Baptism Please enter valid data.
  
  Date of Baptism Please enter a date.
  
  Please list the school your child attends. Please enter valid data.
  
  Grade Level in School (please note if CFM level is different) Please enter valid data.
  
  Which program would you like to register this child for? REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
  
  Any allergies, health, or other information we should know about this child?
  
  Child 6
  
  First Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Last Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Birth Date REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter a date.
  
  Place of Birth (city, state) Please enter valid data.
  
  By checking this box, I understand that I must send a copy of each child's baptismal certificate to [email protected] or send it to the Mary, Queen of Peace Parish Office (Attn. Faith Formation, 81 S. 13th Street, PGH, PA 15203). REQUIRED Yes, I understand. Please fill out this field.
  
  Place of Baptism Please enter valid data.
  
  Date of Baptism Please enter a date.
  
  Please list the school your child attends. Please enter valid data.
  
  Grade Level in School (please note if CFM level is different) Please enter valid data.
  
  Which program would you like to register this child for? REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
  
  Any allergies, health, or other information we should know about this child?
  
  Child 7
  
  First Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Last Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Birth Date REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter a date.
  
  Place of Birth (city, state) Please enter valid data.
  
  By checking this box, I understand that I must send a copy of each child's baptismal certificate to [email protected] or send it to the Mary, Queen of Peace Parish Office (Attn. Faith Formation, 81 S. 13th Street, PGH, PA 15203). REQUIRED Yes, I understand. Please fill out this field.
  
  Place of Baptism Please enter valid data.
  
  Date of Baptism Please enter a date.
  
  Please list the school your child attends. Please enter valid data.
  
  Grade Level in School (please note if CFM level is different) Please enter valid data.
  
  Which program would you like to register this child for? REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
  
  Any allergies, health, or other information we should know about this child?
  
  Child 8
  
  First Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Last Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Birth Date REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter a date.
  
  Place of Birth (city, state) Please enter valid data.
  
  By checking this box, I understand that I must send a copy of each child's baptismal certificate to [email protected] or send it to the Mary, Queen of Peace Parish Office (Attn. Faith Formation, 81 S. 13th Street, PGH, PA 15203). REQUIRED Yes, I understand. Please fill out this field.
  
  Place of Baptism Please enter valid data.
  
  Date of Baptism Please enter a date.
  
  Please list the school your child attends. Please enter valid data.
  
  Grade Level in School (please note if CFM level is different) Please enter valid data.
  
  Which program would you like to register this child for? REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
  
  Any allergies, health, or other information we should know about this child?
  
  Child 9
  
  First Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Last Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Birth Date REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter a date.
  
  Place of Birth (city, state) Please enter valid data.
  
  By checking this box, I understand that I must send a copy of each child's baptismal certificate to [email protected] or send it to the Mary, Queen of Peace Parish Office (Attn. Faith Formation, 81 S. 13th Street, PGH, PA 15203). REQUIRED Yes, I understand. Please fill out this field.
  
  Place of Baptism Please enter valid data.
  
  Date of Baptism Please enter a date.
  
  Please list the school your child attends. Please enter valid data.
  
  Grade Level in School (please note if CFM level is different) Please enter valid data.
  
  Which program would you like to register this child for? REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
  
  Any allergies, health, or other information we should know about this child?
  
  Child 10
  
  First Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Last Name REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter valid data.
  
  Birth Date REQUIRED Please fill out this field. Please enter a date.
  
  Place of Birth (city, state) Please enter valid data.
  
  By checking this box, I understand that I must send a copy of each child's baptismal certificate to [email protected] or send it to the Mary, Queen of Peace Parish Office (Attn. Faith Formation, 81 S. 13th Street, PGH, PA 15203). REQUIRED Yes, I understand. Please fill out this field.
  
  Place of Baptism Please enter valid data.
  
  Date of Baptism Please enter a date.
  
  Please list the school your child attends. Please enter valid data.
  
  Grade Level in School (please note if CFM level is different) Please enter valid data.
  
  Which program would you like to register this child for? REQUIRED Please fill out this field.
  
  Any allergies, health, or other information we should know about this child?
  
  In order to provide quality programming, we ask for a donation to help offset the cost. For those that are able, we ask for a donation of $50 per child.
  
  We want to ensure that every child has access to religious education in our parish community. If you need a payment plan or to defer payment due to any personal circumstances, please contact the Faith Formation Coordinator.
  
  Your contributions are very important for our operating expenses and programming, but we do not want to create barriers for anyone. All are enthusiastically welcome to participate in this ministry.
  
  How would you like to pay for your registration? Cash, I will bring it to the Parish Office (81 S. 13th Street) Check, I will send it to the Parish Office (81 S. 13th Street, please write CFM in the memo line) Card, you will receive a separate email with a link to pay
  
  If paying via credit card, please indicate the total amount you'd like to contribute for all registered children. Please enter valid data.
  
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- Children and Family Ministry Offerings 2024-2025
  
  Below, please find more information about the specific programming for Children and Family Ministry. If you have any questions, please contact Hailey Dube, Coordinator for Faith Formation at [email protected] or call 412-481-8380.
  
  Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: Level I & Level II Atrium
  This is a Montessori-based faith formation program that seeks to foster independence and confidence in the child, as well as the capacity to actively listen and respond to God. Beginning with the youngest children, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd happens in a specially-prepared space called an “atrium.” An atrium is less a classroom and more of a sacred space or even laboratory. In the atrium, the child becomes exposed to Scripture, articles and prayers of the Mass, and the rhythm of the liturgical year. A typical atrium session includes an age-appropriate presentation, manipulable materials for the child to “work” with, space and time for the child’s work choice, as well as space for the child’s reflection and prayer.
  Level I Atrium
  Created for 3-6 year olds (preschool and kindergartners), the Level I atrium is a space for young children to encounter the most vital and essential aspects of our faith. From dioramas on the parables, to vestments made with the liturgical year’s colors, to a miniature baptismal font and more, young children come to know God’s special love for them and become empowered to respond with authenticity and enthusiasm.
  Level II Atrium
  In the Level II atrium space, first, second, third and fourth graders expand on the love relationship they began to build in earlier atrium years, focusing now on how to respond to God’s love. They begin to think about how to make good choices and live well. In this atrium, we begin to emphasize the moral parables and the Sermon on the Mount, exploring how loving well has so much to do with making loving choices. At the same time, mirroring Montessori curriculum on the vastness of the cosmos, these are the years we introduce salvation history. We explore with the children the stories of creation, redemption and Parousia (“when God will be all in all!”), learning how to make our own mindful contributions to that story.
  Virtual First, Second, Third and Fourth Grades
  For those who cannot make it to us in person, we offer virtual options for first, second, third and fourth grade. These groups use Pflaum Gospel Weeklies, a curriculum that introduces the teachings of our faith through the lens of the Gospel for the week. The Gospel Weeklies help us learn Church teaching through the lens of the teachings of Christ, our primary Teacher, as well as through the rhythm of the liturgical year. The curriculum looks at current events and events in children’s lives to help make connections from the Gospel to a lived, dynamic faith.
  Tween/Teen Ministry
  Tween/Teen Ministry is a space for fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth graders to come together to form community, ask the hard questions, encounter Christ in the Scriptures, and explore meaningful prayer. Each session begins with the group making a meal together and then sharing that meal with some Gospel reflection. The day’s lesson is tied in with small group conversation and unique prayer experiences. Part small group, part youth group, part catechesis. Space to grow as a disciple in community.
  Confirmation Prep
  After eight plus years of catechesis/learning the teachings of the faith, Confirmation Prep is an opportunity for prayer, discernment and exploration. It’s less a time to learn more information, and more a time to take a deep dive into what that information means for your life. It’s space to explore committing to a life of discipleship. Sessions include meaningful small group conversation, art, literature and film that helps us see our faith through different perspectives, and time to explore service. It’s an invitation to be real and make intentional choices as an adult in the faith. Intended for ninth grade and up.
- Contact Us
  
  Hailey Dube
  
  Faith Formation Coordinator
  
  412-481-8380 ext 107
  faithformationmqpeace.org

Children and Family Ministry

Mary, Queen of Peace Parish