Elementary Faith Formation
“I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.” 3 John 1:4
Contact:
Linda Smith Andrea Richards
Elementary Faith Formation Director Faith Formation Administrative Assistant
lsmith@maryqueenchurch.org _________________ arichards@maryqueenchurch.org
281-482-1391 ext. 333 281-482-1391 ext. 329
ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION MEETING TIME
Meeting Day: Tuesday 4:00-5:15pm OR 5:45-7:00pm
Wednesday 4:00-5:15pm OR 5:45-7:00pm
Meeting Location: We begin in the Mini Hall and proceed to individual classrooms.
- Students in grades: K, 1, 2nd & 3rd are required to be escorted into and out of the building. (Exit ticket required)
- Students in grades: 4th & 5th may be dropped off/ picked up under the covered area.
- Dismissing early? An adult is required to inform the catechist in advance of an early dismissal; walk into the building and provide exit ticket. (Required for all ages)
Volunteer Opportunities
Faith begins with the domestic church which is your home. We have numerous volunteer opportunities, and they are fun! Please reach out to either
Linda Smith: 281-482-1391 x333,
lsmith@maryqueenchurch.org or Andrea Richards: 281-482-1391 x329,
arichards@maryqueenchurch.org
OTHER EVENTS:
CHILDREN'S LITURGY OF THE WORD - Sundays during Mass
9:30 & 11:30 Masses (ages 5-10)
Children will enjoy a Children’s Mass which is designed as age appropriate. They are dismissed from the congregation before the First Reading and will process back to join their families for the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
FRIDAY FAMILY FUN
Throughout the year, join us for Friday Family Fun, a series of evenings designed to bring families together for faith, fellowship, and fun! Events are held from 6:00–7:30 p.m. (Dates will be announced.)
- 🎃 October 16 – Pumpkin Decorating
- 🚒🍬 October 30 – Trunk or Treat
- 🍪🎶 December 11 – Cookies and Caroling
- 🥞🙏🛏️ January 22 – Pancakes, Prayer, and Pajamas – Movie Night
- ✝️ February 19 – EFF Stations of the Cross
- 👑🌹 May (TBA) – May Crowning and Living Rosary
- 🎶🌳 May (TBA) – Concert in the Park
OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE FEAST CELEBRATION - Saturday, December 12, 2026 9:00 am Mass
All children are encouraged to participate. Children are asked to process in and present the roses to our lady. This celebration is beautiful. Practice is typically the day before. If interested, please reach out to MQ's Hispanic Ministry at mqhispanicministry@gmail.com.
FIRST GRADE CHRISTMAS PLAY – Tuesday, December 15, 2026 or Wednesday, December 16, 2026
Time: During your child’s class time
Location: MQ Main Hal!
All parents, grandparents & friends are encourage to attend this performance!
4th & 5th Grade Bible Infusion- 4th and 5th Grade Holy Triduum Play
All 4th & 5th Grade students will participate in a reenactment of the Holy Triduum. Parents are highly encouraged to attend this event during their children’s class time.
Date: Tuesday, April 6, 2027 or Wednesday, April 7, 2027
Time: During your child’s class time
Location: St. Charbel Youth Center
All parents, grandparents & friends are encourage to attend this performance!
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL (VBS) – VBS is a program offered for one week during the summer.
The purpose is to incorporate themed activities, games and bible studies that entertain children while learning about God. Registration Opens March 2nd, 2027 at 9 AM.