Adult Faith Formation
Adult Faith Formation is responsible for creating and sustaining events and programs that nurture the development of mature faith in adult Catholics. The American bishops have stated that the education and Christian formation of adults must be a priority for the Church. Therefore, at Our Lady Queen of Angels, we provide many opportunities for spiritual growth and education, which should lead to greater appreciation of the richness of our Catholic tradition, and to deeper commitment to putting our energies to work in spreading of the Good News of Jesus.
Adult Education News
Bible Study Twilight Retreats. Beginning Wednesday June 2, Bible study will be held in the parish center at 6:00 p.m. The next eight sessions will be an overview of the Bible beginning with Genesis. The Hebrew prophets and the Wisdom literature will be introduced, as will short lessons on the Gospels, Epistles, Acts of the Apostles, and Revelation. Participants will learn how Catholics interpret the Bible. Make your Wednesday evenings mini-retreats by attending 5:30 Mass, coming for Bible study and staying for meditation and contemplative prayer. Or just come for part of the evening. Facilitated by Victoria Dendinger.
For more information, please contact Victoria Dendinger at 219-1408, vdendinger@olqa.org.
Adult Faith Ministries
For the various Adult Faith Ministries, click the appropriate link under Adult Faith Ministries in the panel at right. Or simply scroll down the page.
Adult Education Speaker Series
During the academic year, a speaker on a topic of faith is presented usually on the third Thursday of the month in the Parish Center Hall at 7:15 p.m. Watch the bulletin for information. If you have questions, please call Victoria Dendinger at 219-1408, vdendinger@olqa.org or Rosemary Quinn at 949-219-1409, rquinn@olqa.org.
Cursillo
Cursillo is an international movement within the Catholic church, sanctioned by Pope John Paul II and by Bishop Todd Brown of the Diocese of Orange. Cursillo is a “short course” in Christianity. It is first and foremost, an encounter with Our Lord Jesus Christ. It is a short three-day course on Catholic spirituality. One of its goals is to evangelize parishioners by making Christian community possible in families, neighborhoods, work situations and other places.
For more information, contact Mark Woods at marcwoods11@me.com or at (949) 760-1004 or visit http://www.occursillo.org/.
Eucharistic Adoration/Prayer Hour
Its purpose is to set aside one hour, once a week, to show our appreciation for the gift of God’s presence in our lives. This hour is spent in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament, in the church. This hour is private, personal, powerful and peaceful. This ministry offers a schedule of hours to choose from 24/7!
For more information, contact Barbara Mallos at (949) 644-1258.
Grief Support
The series is scheduled three times a year for six consecutive sessions. Participants meet from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. on Sundays. All who are grieving the loss of a loved one are welcome. Contact Victoria Dendinger vdendinger@olqa.org or Rosemary Quinn rquinn@olqa.org.
RISE (21-32 Years)
RISE is a group where young adults 21 to 32 years, who are single, married or dating, are welcome. This group meets one Saturday evening each month for a speaker and dinner. Other social and service activities are planned on other days. Contact Brian Moore at 415-948-0319 or Brian@imadeyoubuyit.com.
L.I.F.T. (33-49 Years)
L.I.F.T. or Living in Fellowship Together is a group of single adults between the ages of 33 and 49 years. It usually meets the second Saturday evening of each month for dinner and a speaker. Other social and service events are scheduled on other days. For information, contact Dan Bohmfalk at Bohmfalk_dan@yahoo.com (note underscore: Bohmfalk_dan) or Ana Munoz at anamunoz8721@att.net
C.C.F. (49-65 Years)
C.C.F. or Corpus Christi Fellowship is a diocesan-wide singles’ group that meets monthly on Saturday nights for faith-sharing, hearing of educational speakers and a meal. This group is for single adults between the ages of 49 and 65 years. To visit the Corpus Christi Fellowship Web site, click here (the site will display in a new window). For more information, call (949) 219-1499 ext. 295.
Young at Heart (65+ Years)
Young At Heart is a group for adults 65 years and above. It meets one Sunday each month for lunch and a speaker. For more information, contact Marge Shillington at shillmarge@hotmail.com.
Interfaith Dialogue
Twice a year there is a Catholic-Muslim women’s lunch held either at Our Lady Queen of Angels or the Islamic Institute of Orange County. All women are invited. Victoria Dendinger and Maria Khani and others present a common topic from the perspective of their religion.
On the Sunday nearest to January 6th, a rabbi comes to speak to the RCIA about Catholic-Jewish relations. All are welcome.
For more information, contact Dr. Victoria Dendinger at (949) 219-1408.
Marriage Ministry
This ministry has as its goal to support married couples in living out their vocation in a loving and growth-producing manner. Watch the bulletin for more information.
For more information, contact Ray Stermer at 949-586-1283.
Men's and Women’s Breakfasts
Periodically there are breakfasts held separately for men and women. These events occur on Saturday mornings and include a speaker who will share his or her personal spiritual journey. Please consult the bulletin for times and dates.
Mothers' Group
Almost every Thursday morning during the school year, this group for mothers of young children meets to discuss their faith, techniques for raising children, and other topics of interest.
For more information, contact Reggie Finnegan at (949) 278-3760.
Pastoral Counseling
The priests are available for assistance. In addition, there are people on the staff who can assist those who are in need for short-term pastoral counseling. If you wish to consult with a priest, call 949-644-0200 and ask for an appointment, or contact Dr. Victoria Dendinger at 949-219-1408 or Dr. Victoria Dendinger.
Prayer and Meditation
Lectio Divina is prayed every Monday morning from 7:10-8:20. Participants use the upcoming Sunday Gospel for reflection and discussion. The format includes visualization on the Gospel, discussion, prayer with the Gospel’s theme, and Centering Prayer. The purpose of Lectio is to promote the understanding of Sacred Scripture and its application to our lives, as well as to encourage contemplative prayer. People of all ages are welcome.
On Wednesday nights from 7:30-9:00, a contemplative prayer group meets to meditate and hear a talk or see a film. The format includes two twenty-minute sessions of silent meditation and a presentation including such topics as the life of a saint, techniques of prayer, the use of Scripture in prayer, and current scientific study on the effects of prayer and meditation on brain functioning, overall health, and the development of positive and loving attitudes. People of all ages are welcome.
For more information, contact either by email: Dr. Victoria Dendinger or by phone at (949) 219-1408.
Pre-Planning for Funerals
Twice a year, Our Lady Queen of Angels hosts funeral home and cemetery directors to offer information about the decisions needed and steps to be taken for pre-planning for funerals and burials. Please watch the bulletin for dates and times.
R.C.I.A.
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults is a process that uses Scripture study, discussion, information on teachings of the Church, and creative activities to help participants get ready to be baptized in the Catholic Church or to complete their sacraments. Anyone who wants to update their own understanding of Catholicism is welcome also. The purpose of this ministry is to assist those who want to become Catholics or complete their sacraments by offering them opportunities for learning, prayer, and community. This ministry is year- round. Candidates and catechumens (those not yet baptized) meet on most Sunday mornings of the year. They join for instruction at 8:00 a.m. and attend the 10:00 a.m. Mass together.
Photo Album of Baptism - Holy Saturday Vigil, 2010. To view, click: Album. For larger view of a photo, click the photo.
You are invited to view Ning Wang's photo album. To view, click: RCIA Party
To view the Pentecost Party video, click: Pentacost Party Video
For more information, contact Dr. Victoria Dendinger at (949) 219-1408.
Retreats & Workshops
Our parish offers the opportunity to participate in several retreat experiences during the year. Four weekends a year are held at St. Andrew’s Abbey in Valyermo. There is both a men’s and women’s retreat at Mater Dolorosa each year. The parish council annually hosts a retreat speaker who gives a parish mission on campus. Several times a year, there are one-day retreats here at Our Lady Queen of Angels, and at St. Andrew’s Abbey. Watch the bulletin for more information. For more information, contact Dr. Victoria Dendinger at (949) 219-1408 or vdendinger@olqa.org for information on St. Andrew’s Abbey Retreats. Contact Hal Meany at 949)723-9639 for information on the Mater Dolorosa Men’s Retreat. Contact Helene Markel at 949-697-9703 for information on the Mater Dolorosa Women’s Retreat.
To view photos of the OLQA Family Retreat, please click this link: OLQA Family Retreat
To view a video of St. Andrew's Abbey, please click this link: St. Andrew's
To view photos of St. Andrew's Abbey, please click the Photo Gallery link.
Summer Gatherings
Four consecutive Mondays immediately after the 5:30 PM Mass, parishioners join together in the Parish Center Hall to share a pot luck dinner and listen to a speaker on a topic related to the gatherings’ theme for the year. What a great way to meet fellow parishioners! Watch the bulletin for details.
The Twelve Apostles
A group of parishioners meets monthly to plan and implement the nine monthly speakers presented during the academic year as the Adult Education Speakers Series. To join the group, contact Fred Ferketic at laborconsulting@roadrunner.com.
Welcoming of New Inquirers
Prior to beginning the formal R.C.I.A. process, interested persons are interviewed by the R.C.I.A. director, given reading materials, and encouraged to share what factors in their lives brought them to their desire to become Catholics or complete their sacraments.
For more information, contact either by email: Dr. Victoria Dendinger or by phone at (949) 219-1408.
We Thirst
On Sunday mornings during the academic year, when their children are in their faith formation classes, parents and other interested adults meet to study the Catechism of the Catholic Church. For more information, contact Tom Markel at 949-697-9753 or Helene Markel at (949) 697-9703.
