Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA)
The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults is a program for adults who are interested in becoming Catholic but who have not received the three sacraments of initiation into the Catholic Church (Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation). Candidates who have been baptized in another Christian denomination generally receive only Eucharist and Confirmation. The program is designed to educate the participants regarding the teachings of the Catholic Church, but also to foster and encourage a deeper, personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you or someone you know is interested in becoming Catholic – or who has been baptized Catholic but has not received First Communion and/or Confirmation, OCIA is designed for you to learn about the Catholic faith and to become Catholic if that is your desire. The program starts each year in September and continues until Easter. OCIA meets on Sundays from approximately 9:00am to noon.
Youth Ministry
Middle School and High School Programs
Youth Ministry at Mary Our Queen offers a community of belonging and transformative faith formation through our consistent gatherings, retreats, faith sharing, local service, and creative reflections. We are committed to meeting you where you’re at and empowering one another to become unapologetically themselves.
Grades 9 – 12
High School Youth – Oremus
HS Youth Ministry “Oremus” is Mary Our Queen’s High School Youth Ministry and is welcome to all current 9th-12th graders. Oremus is Latin for “Let Us Pray,” as a reminder that our relationship with Christ comes through prayer. We strive toward Christ and His Church through quality relationships with each other and time in prayer. Oremus desires to support and form the high school youth by helping them to navigate life’s difficulties and challenges through the light of Christ.
Grades 6 – 8
Oremus Jr.
MS Youth Ministry Mary Our Queen Middle School Youth Ministry is called “Oremus Jr.” Oremus is Latin for “Let Us Pray” as a reminder that our relationship with Christ comes through prayer. Our meetings with the current 6th-8th graders are in a group setting that consist of food, community building, high energy activities, and a focus on deepening each individual’s relationship with Christ. It is our hope that each youth walks away from each night with a deeper understanding of Christ’s love for them and with a greater personal love for Christ and one another.
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- Middle School Youth Group Night
on September 22, 2025 at 5:39 pmThis Wednesday is middle school youth group night. There will be small groups for high schoolers who attend. Below is a calendar for the rest of our middle school nights. Hope to see you all there!
- Fall Festivalon September 6, 2025 at 10:15 pm
If you are going to be at the Fall Festival tonight don’t forget to stop by the dunk tank! Youth group is sponsoring the dunk tank once again and we could use kids to sit in there! Can’t wait to see you here!
- O,NE Youth Group Eventon August 6, 2025 at 7:32 pm
Mary our Queen and St. John Vianney youth group kids going into grades 8th-12th grade are invited to join us for this fun event! This event is for all Christian youth all over Omaha to come together as ONE group who loves Jesus...
- Last High School Night TONIGHTon May 7, 2025 at 10:43 pm
Good evening, Tonight, high school youth group will meet for the last calendar event of our year! We will be at the fire pit from 7:00 - 9:00 for food, fellowship, and prayer for the papal conclave! Feel free to bring a beverage...
- Junior Night END OF THE YEARon April 30, 2025 at 4:28 pm
Good morning all, Tonight will be our last junior night of the year! All 6th - 12th graders welcome. We will be meeting in the cafeteria from 7:00 - 8:30 PM. The rain will not deter us! We will have time for some snacking...
Young Adults
Mary Our Queen’s Young Adult group is a place for any young adult in Omaha, seeking to foster their faith, build community, and connect with others through reflection and conversation.
Members of the young adult group are also invited to volunteer at Mary Our Queen and assist in leading meetings and retreats for junior high and high school ministry.
Spiritual Growth
We have many options for you to enrich your spiritual life and relationship with Christ. Do you seek to be nourished with gospel study, a mother’s group, a walk through the Mass, or an encounter with the Holy Spirit? Read below for more information and to register. Come Holy Spirit, Come! Lead the hearts of your faithful.
