Welcome to Mary, Queen of Peace!

We are delighted that you have visited our website – we hope that you will visit our church too! We have put together a list of Frequently Asked Questions below. Please let us know if you have further questions, and how we may assist you.

I have been away from the Church and I would like to come back. What should I do?

Please join us for Mass! We have Mass at 5:00pm on Saturdays, and 7:30am, 9:00am, 11:30am, and 5:30pm on Sundays. Before you take Communion with us, we invite you to take advantage of the Sacrament of Reconciliation, which is offered on Saturdays from 3:30pm to 4:45pm, as well as by appointment.

I am not Catholic, but I am interested in joining the Catholic Church. What should I do?

You are welcome to join our Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, or RCIA for short. RCIA is a year-round process, open to all who are interested in exploring the Catholic faith. Please contact Zoltan Abraham 425-391-1178 ext 117 or adulted@mqp.org for more information.

How do I enroll my children in Sunday school?

We have an extensive Sunday school program. Please visit our website at www.mqp.org/childrenfamily, and contact Mimi Arima 425-391-1178 ext. 116 or children.family@mqp.org for more information regarding enrollment.

What preschool opportunities do you offer?

Mary, Queen of Peace is partnering with St. Joseph’s Parish to offer a weekday morning preschool. Please contact St. Joseph Church’s 425-313-9129 for more information.

We also have our own pre-school on Sundays. Please contact Mimi Arima 425-391-1178 ext. 116 or children.family@mqp.org for more information.

What is Children’s Liturgy of the Word?

Children’s Liturgy of the Word is an opportunity for children to have the Gospel proclaimed to them at their own level. The children follow the bells and go over to the chapel at the beginning of Mass and return in time for Communion. All children K-5 are invited. Parents are welcome to tag along with shy children.

What kind of programs do you have for teens and preteens?

Life Teen and The Edge are comprehensive programs designed to minister to high school teens (Life Teen) and 6^th – 8^th graders (The Edge) of all faiths from a uniquely Catholic perspective.  Every Sunday night, we start out with a 5:30 pm Mass that is geared toward the youth, with vibrant music and increased opportunity for teen participation.  Throughout the school year, all the teens are invited to have dinner together following Mass, and then head down to their youth rooms for an evening that engages our youth, bringing them closer to Christ and to the Church in a fun, faith-filled environment.   There are opportunities throughout the year for retreats, mission trips, socials and more.  Please visit www.mqp.org/faithformation/youth.asp for more information.  For more information on high school (grades 9-12) contact Stephen O'Sullivan at 425-391-1178 ext. 114 or lifeteen@mqp.org.  For more information on grades 6-8 contact Anne Ginther at 425-391-1178 ext. 129 or edge@mqp.org.

I would like to have my children baptized. What should I do?

If your children are under the age of seven, please visit the baptism section of our parish website for more information: http://www.mqp.org/faithformation/baptisms.asp, and contact Zoltan Abraham 425-391-1178 ext 117 or adulted@mqp.org to make the arrangements. If your children are seven or older, please contact Mimi Arima 425-391-1178 ext. 116 or children.family@mqp.org.

Who should I speak with about Confirmation?

For high school Confirmation, please contact Anita Florence 425-391-1178 ext. 123 or confirmation@mqp.org. For young adult and adult Confirmation, please contact Zoltan Abraham 425-391-1178 ext 117 or adulted@mqp.org.

How do I go to Confession?

Confession, also known as the Sacrament of Penance or the Sacrament of Reconciliation, is offered on Saturdays from 3:30pm to 4:45pm or by appointment. Booklets explaining how to go to Confession are available at the front desk of our parish office.  If you are not certain about what to do during Confession, please do not hesitate to tell the priest, and he will guide you through it.

How can I learn more about the Catholic faith?

We offer various faith formation opportunities. Please consult the Adult Faith Formation page of our parish website (www.mqp.org/faithformation/AdultEducation/rcia.asp) and our parish bulletin for more details. Specifically, MQP will be offering a Catholicism 101 class in the spring and in the fall. Please consult the parish website or bulletin for more information.

What books would you recommend for learning about the Catholic faith?

We recommend the Catechism of the Catholic Church,  United States Catholic Catechism for Adults,  The HarperCollins Encyclopedia of Catholicism,  What Makes Us Catholic: Eight Gifts for Life by Thomas H. Groome,  A Concise History of the Catholic Church by Thomas Bokenkotter,  Church History 101: A Concise Overview by Christopher M. Bellitto.

I am a Catholic who [got] married outside of the Church. What should I do?

There are several paths available to a couple for entering a marriage recognized by your Catholic Church, depending upon your personal circumstances. If you or your spouse have a previous marriage, that also can be addressed. Please contact Zoltan Abraham 425-391-1178 ext 117 or adulted@mqp.org to explore the possibilities open to you.

I am divorced and remarried. What should I do?

If you have divorced and remarried, your Catholic Church wants to help you find the true peace and happiness that come from forgiving past hurts and healing your relationship with God and the Church. There may be some work along the way, but your Church wants to accompany you on the journey. For more information, contact Zoltan Abraham 425-391-1178 ext 117 or adulted@mqp.org or visit and Seattle Tribunal Frequently Asked Questions .

What kind of volunteer opportunities are there through the Church?

Mary, Queen of Peace has a vibrant community of volunteers, involved both in the life of the parish and in service to the broader community. For more information, please take a look at our parish Resource Guide.