Christian Formation
Christian Formation is a dynamic, unceasing program of growth and development which each of us experiences in our lives with and in the Risen Christ. Christian Formation cannot be reduced to the acquisition of skills or knowledge by completing a prescribed curriculum similar to achieving and satisfying the requirements for a degree. It is not simply one of the activities or occurrences in a person’s life; Christian Formation is the continuing activity that gives shape and meaning to all activities in the life of a Christian.
Christian Formation is a lifelong process of living into our baptismal covenant and promises. This includes, but is not limited to, Christian Education. As children of God, we are called into a relationship with God and the discernment of our ministries. Our lives as disciples of Jesus Christ are about many things. One important mark of a disciple is growth in the knowledge and love of Christ. One way we do this is through intentional time in prayer and study. Our study of Holy Scripture and the life of discipleship is something that one should do both individually and in community.