Each week at the 9:00 AM Mass at Mary Queen of Peace children ages 4-10 begin the celebration of Mass with their families and are then dismissed from the large assembly prior to the first reading, returning to the celebration at the time of the Offertory. They gather together in the Emmaus Room at MQP to hear the readings and the Gospel. The Word is read and brought to life in a way that is easily understood by the children. A brief Homily is then presented with a thoughtful message that transforms the readings into an age-appropriate lesson that is truly relevant in your child's daily life. The Creed is prayed, and the children are given the opportunity to present their own personal intentions, just as in the adult Mass celebration. In all these ways, the children and the parents are able to share a loving and common mass experience.