Advent formation is underway. Lent is on the horizon. But what are formation leaders to make of the season between them?The season …
Prayers for Epiphany
On January 6, we celebrate the Feast of Epiphany. We retell the story in Matthew's gospel of the Magi arriving in Bethlehem and …
Practice What You Preach: Self-care for Faith Formation Leaders
I was recently in a group discussion where the leader asked, "Do you practice what you preach?" This is a fair question and a good …
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Companions Sharing Our Journey: A Group for Widows & Widowers
Six months after being widowed at the age of 61, I heard God’s voice calling me to move from sadness to joy. I realized that all …
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Advent Meditation Workshop: The Story behind the Scenes
You are invited to join in a multimedia meditation for a moment of "hush in the rush" this Advent season. The Center for Christian …
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2023 Forma Annual Conference: Called to Covenant
Forma's annual conference is right around the corner, January 17 - 19, 2023, and all Christian educators and formation leaders, …
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Gratitude in an Unjust World
Giving thanks is part of Christian life. It lies at the heart of the Eucharist, which literally means “to give thanks.” It is a …
Leading Adult Bible Study: Cultivating Empowering Experiences
Bible study in community can be a profoundly enriching experience for adults. Familiar stories can spark fresh insights. A text by …
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Create, Contemplate, and Calm: Hosting an Arts Retreat for Advent
The season of Advent is marked by expectation and longing. We await the season of Christmas when we celebrate the birth of Christ. …
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A Storytelling Pilgrimage Through the Christmas Story
Storytelling can take many forms: oral, digital, and written. A pilgrimage, as the Episcopal Church defines it, is “a journey …
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