Life
Changing
Journey

The Program

A Life Changing Journey is a three year program of adult courses which will be offered during the Fall and Winter of each year at Queen of Peace Faith Formation University. We are offering five courses on six levels: A,B,C,D,E and F. A Course Certificate will be given for the successful completion of each course. A Level Certificate will be given for the successful completion of each level and a Graduation Certificate will be awarded for the successful completion of all six levels.

As we begin the journey, we suggest that you start with the course that you find most needed or excited about. As we continue the journey, we suggest that you complete one level before starting a new one.

Spirituality Programs

In addition to our Queen of Peace University programs, we offer a number of groups and classes to assist you on your spiritual journey. We strive to offer something for everyone, so please review the listings under "Spiritual Groups" below and select the one that meets your needs.

Welcome to the
Queen of Peace
Faith Formation University
and the
Life Changing Journey!

"The value of life does not depend upon the place we occupy. It depends on the way we occupy that place."
           --St. Therese of Lisieux

"To keep a lamp burning we have to keep putting oil in it."
                       --Mother Teresa

"Love God, serve God: everything is in that."
                 -- St. Clare of Assisi

Curriculum

Catholic Customs and Traditions (Course A)

Facilitator: Fr. Jeff McGowan, M.A.

Thursdays, 7:00 - 8:30pm
Begins February 2, Lasts 2 Weeks
Location: The Church

Why do we use incense? What are the meanings of the symbols we Catholics use and the actions we do? Some of us learned these things as children and they went in one ear and straight through and out the other; some of us never learned and have been afraid to ask. Here's an opportunity to meet for two sessions (each independent upon the other) and discover the wonderful messages in the sacraments of our Faith.

Questions Jesus Asked (Course D)

Facilitator: Tammy Brizzi, M.A.

Tuesdays, 9:00 - 10:30am
Begins February 7, Lasts 3 Weeks
Location: St. Nicholas Room

Reflections during this class experience are based on questions that Jesus asked during the course of His public life...and continues to be asked of us today? How we respond to these questions reflect our identity, our faith and our hope for the future. Accept the invitation to deepen your relationship with God by devoting time to reflect on the richness of the God, in whose image and likeness we are formed. During each session we will reflect on a different question.

Jesus the Rabbi (Course D)

Facilitator: Bo Turner, M.A.

Thursdays, 7:00 - 8:30pm
Begins March 2, Lasts 3 Weeks
Location: Production Room in the School

"Do not think that I have come to abolish the law or the prophits. I have come not to abolish but to fulfill" (Mt. 5:17). Come explore the life of Jesus as he sought to teach the Jews of ancient Rome about faith, the Kingdom of God and being a good Jew as we study, Jesus the Rabbi.

Chocolate for Lent (Course D)

Facilitator: Sr. Beatrice, M.A.

Mondays, 7:00 - 8:30pm
Begins January 30, Lasts 6 Weeks
Location: Media Center of School

Using themes from the 2000 Academy Award nominated film Chocolat, this unique approach to the season creates the space for deeper insights into self-discipline, self-giving, conversion, acceptance and maturing in Christ. Delving into the delicious depths of humanity, Chocolate for Lent offers a Lenten program like no other. Book can be purchased in St. Anthony Gift Shop.

Truth and Tolerance: Christian Belief and World Religions (Course D)

Facilitator: Fr. Kaz, Ph.D.
Mondays, 7:00 - 8:30pm
Begins January 30, Lasts 3 Weeks
Location: Production Room in the School

In a world that is drawing ever closer together, the question about the meeting of religions and cultures has become an important subject. How religions relate to one another peacefully and how do they contribute to the "education of the human race" in the direction of peace. These problems apply especially to the Christian faith. How to be a good catholic in the world of many religions and cultures? The truth and the tolerance is the best way to be a witness of Jesus in the modern world.

"Conociendo al Espiritu Santo a traves de las Escrituras"

Facilitator: Evelyn Vargas-See, M.A.

Martes, 7:30 - 8:30pm
Comienza Feb. 2, Lasts 4 weeks
Location: St. Francis Room in the Church

Este curso le ayudara conocer a la tercera persona de la Santisima Trinidad. Aprendera la mision y accion del Espiritu Santo en los sacramentos y en nuestras vidas personales. Se recomienda que traiga su Biblia y una libreta para tomar notas.

Alpha (Course A)

Facilitators: Jenny & Skip Harriett

Tuesdays, 6:30 - 8:45pm
Begins January 24, Lasts 11 weeks
Location: Media Center in the School

Want to have fun, share a great meal and learn more about Jesus? Are you looking to begin or deepen your relationship with God? Then Alpha is for you. Alpha is about living the Christian life. Everyone is welcome! That means anyone from any church or religious denomination. There are no prerequisites. Come join us and bring a friend. Childcare is available.

Acts: The Good News of the Holy Spirit (Course F)

Facilitator: Ricardo Gonzalez, M.A., M.Ed.

Thursdays, 7:00 - 8:30pm
Begins February 9, Lasts 3 Weeks
Location: Media Center in the School

In this course we will discover characteristics of the early Christian community and how these are related to our lives as Christians today. We will uncover the powerful activity of the Holy Spirit in the lives of the apostles and see how the spirit is working in the church today. We will also look at the leadership of Peter and Paul and how they helped to establish and spread Christianity throughout the world.

Spiritual Groups

Scripture Based Small Faith Sharing Groups
Group 1
Facilitator: Mary Hughes
Mondays, 7:00-8:30pm, Continuous
Location: Homes of participants

Group 2 - FULL
Tuesdays, 9:00-11:00am, Continuous
Location: Church

Charismatic Prayer
Facilitators: Gerry Hale and Jan Stevens
Tuesdays, 6:30-9:00pm, Continuous
Location: St. Patrick Room in the Church

MOMS
Facilitator: Sally Wasik
Tuesdays, 7:00-9:00pm, Begins January 17
Location: St Nicholas Room in the Church

Women's Bible Study -Wild Women of Faith
Facilitator: Nancy Sanders
Mondays, 7:00-9:00pm, Ongoing
Location: St. Katherine Room in the Church

Landings (Welcoming back Catholics)
Facilitator: Mary Welch
Conducted as group forms

Knitting into the Ministry
Facilitator: Marie Dolan
Mondays, 9:00-10:00am, Ongoing
Location: St. Therese Room

The Purpose Driven Life
Facilitators: Nancy and Mike Sanders
Thursdays, 7:00-8:45pm, Begins February 2
Location: St. Nicholas Room, Church
This book helps us understand God's incredible plan for our lives. Rich Warren enables us to see the big picture of what life is all about and begin to live the life God created us to live. The PDL is a manifesto for Christian living in the 21st century, a lifestyle based on eternal purposes, not cultural values.

Bible Study
Group 1
Facilitator: Sr. Beatrice Caulson
Sundays, 9:00-9:50am, Ongoing
Location: Media Center, School
Group 2
Facilitator: Sr. Beatrice Caulson
Sundays, 11:30am-12:20pm, Ongoing
Location: Media Center, School

Young Adults - Ignite Group (20+ -30+)
Facilitator - Bob Brewer
Wednesdays, 7:30-9:00pm, Continuous
Location: St.Peregrine Room in the Church