christian formation

Grief

Grieving is a universal, human experience. While we will all experience grief in our lives, it is also a unique journey each time. Mourning is a sign of love and… Read more »

Online Memorial Services

Sadly, a loved one has died, and the phone calls begin: “What are we going to do about a funeral?” During this pandemic, the logical answer is to postpone it…. Read more »

Faith Practices Toolkit Sampler

The Office of Christian Formation engaged a group of writers to create a toolkit for faith practices that will be released in summer 2020. The completed toolkit will provide scriptural… Read more »

Holy Humor Worship

This Quicksheet will offer suggestions for ways you might hold Holy Humor Worship with your congregation digitally any time you feel the need to laugh in the face of darkness… Read more »

Stay Home, Stay Connected

As faith leaders, we can offer something unique in this time of grief and crisis. You don’t have to produce super engaging videos or daily content, just use your gifts… Read more »

Disrupted Milestones

Whether you are meeting in real time or virtually, when recognizing milestones, it is important to be intentional about the process in order to bring meaning to the event for… Read more »

Supporting Older Adults During COVID-19

Compilation list of resources that could be helpful as you navigate ministry with older adults who are part of your faith communities. Includes resources on how to support older adults,… Read more »

Remote Faith Formation for the Long Haul

Compilation list of resources that could be helpful for you during the current COVID-19 situation and that may be helpful in developing sustainable remote faith formation for your community. In… Read more »