Designing Faith Formation |
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The Lifelong Faith Studio is designed to
e. It is only intended as a guide for a church to develop their own network and digital platform for adult formation. A network approach to adult faith formation incorporates a diversity of content (programs, activities, and resources), a variety of media (print, audio, video, apps, and more), and multiple environments for engagement (independent, mentored, family, small group, large group, church-wide, community-wide). It also
The Seasons of Adult Faith network is developed in response to the the ten goals of maturing in faith proposed in Lifelong Faith: Formation for All Ages and Generations by John Roberto. Each section (menu) of the website focuses on one of the ten goals:
The learning experiences for each goal are examples of the types of programming that a network can offer. The goal is to offer a variety of offerings to make it easy for people to find a program or activity or resource that best addresses what and how they want to learn and grow in faith. The offerings can include large group, small group, and on-your-own activities - some of which are in-person learning or online learning or a combination of both (hybrid learning).
The programming for each goal is organized to address three learning and religious profiles.
A 21st century approach to faith formation requires that the faith formation leader become a curator—a trusted guide who continually finds, groups, organizes, and connects the best and most relevant faith forming content and resources on a specific subject to match the needs of a specific audience. In the new digital world of abundant resources, the role of the faith formation leader is shifting from providing religious content and programming to curating religious content and experiences for all ages. The convergence of an abundance of content, the variety of programming to address the diverse needs and interests of people today, and the online platform for delivering programming and connecting people is creating the impetus for faith formation leaders to reimagine their primary role.
I have selected a variety of digital resources that are either free or low cost that you can use to develop online faith formation programming for all ages in your faith community in virtual and blended settings. Many publishers produce curriculum resources that can be downloaded and then printed for use in gathered programs at church. I have not included these resources because of their expense and the fact that they need to be used in physical settings at church.
The resources listed can be used in designing online programming and faith formation playlists, and adding content to faith formation websites for children, adolescents, adults, families, and all generations. If you are using a published program or textbook from a Christian publisher, be sure to check-out their website for online learning resources. Several publishers have produced digital versions of their texts or programs.
To determine if a resource is appropriate for your congregation develop evaluation criteria and a checklist to review resources that will work for you. Here are several categories to consider in evaluating a resource:
e. It is only intended as a guide for a church to develop their own network and digital platform for adult formation. A network approach to adult faith formation incorporates a diversity of content (programs, activities, and resources), a variety of media (print, audio, video, apps, and more), and multiple environments for engagement (independent, mentored, family, small group, large group, church-wide, community-wide). It also
The Seasons of Adult Faith network is developed in response to the the ten goals of maturing in faith proposed in Lifelong Faith: Formation for All Ages and Generations by John Roberto. Each section (menu) of the website focuses on one of the ten goals:
- To develop and sustain a personal relationship and commitment to Jesus Christ.
- To live as a disciple of Jesus Christ and make the Christian faith a way of life.
- To read and study the Bible and apply its message and meaning to liv- ing as a Christian today.
- To learn the Christian story and the foundational teachings of one’s particular faith tradition and integrate its meaning into one’s life.
- To worship God with the community at Sunday worship, in ritual cel- ebrations, and through the seasons of the church year.
- To pray, together and alone, and seek spiritual growth through spiritual practices and disciplines.
- To live with moral integrity guided by Christian ethics and apply Christian moral values to decision-making.
- To live the Christian mission in the world by serving those in need, caring for God’s creation, and acting and advocating for justice and peace—locally and globally.
- To be actively engaged in the life, ministries, and activities of the Christian community.
- To practice faith in Jesus Christ by using one’s gifts and talents within the Christian community and in the world.
The learning experiences for each goal are examples of the types of programming that a network can offer. The goal is to offer a variety of offerings to make it easy for people to find a program or activity or resource that best addresses what and how they want to learn and grow in faith. The offerings can include large group, small group, and on-your-own activities - some of which are in-person learning or online learning or a combination of both (hybrid learning).
The programming for each goal is organized to address three learning and religious profiles.
- Adults who are just getting started (or need a refresher) - with activities that introduce people to the content of the goal.
- Adults who are growing - with activities to help them become more confident in their knowledge and practice of their faith.
- Adults who want to go deeper - with activities to deepen their knowledge and practice of their faith through a more in-depth exploration and experience.
A 21st century approach to faith formation requires that the faith formation leader become a curator—a trusted guide who continually finds, groups, organizes, and connects the best and most relevant faith forming content and resources on a specific subject to match the needs of a specific audience. In the new digital world of abundant resources, the role of the faith formation leader is shifting from providing religious content and programming to curating religious content and experiences for all ages. The convergence of an abundance of content, the variety of programming to address the diverse needs and interests of people today, and the online platform for delivering programming and connecting people is creating the impetus for faith formation leaders to reimagine their primary role.
I have selected a variety of digital resources that are either free or low cost that you can use to develop online faith formation programming for all ages in your faith community in virtual and blended settings. Many publishers produce curriculum resources that can be downloaded and then printed for use in gathered programs at church. I have not included these resources because of their expense and the fact that they need to be used in physical settings at church.
The resources listed can be used in designing online programming and faith formation playlists, and adding content to faith formation websites for children, adolescents, adults, families, and all generations. If you are using a published program or textbook from a Christian publisher, be sure to check-out their website for online learning resources. Several publishers have produced digital versions of their texts or programs.
To determine if a resource is appropriate for your congregation develop evaluation criteria and a checklist to review resources that will work for you. Here are several categories to consider in evaluating a resource:
- biblical content & interpretation
- theological content and emphasis
- developmental appropriateness
- ethnic-cultural appropriateness
- inclusive of diversity
- respect for diverse ways of learning
- appearance and visual appeal
- ease-of-use
- quality of experience
- ability to be incorporated into daily and home life.
The Lifelong Faith Studio is designed to
e. It is only intended as a guide for a church to develop their own network and digital platform for adult formation. A network approach to adult faith formation incorporates a diversity of content (programs, activities, and resources), a variety of media (print, audio, video, apps, and more), and multiple environments for engagement (independent, mentored, family, small group, large group, church-wide, community-wide). It also
The Seasons of Adult Faith network is developed in response to the the ten goals of maturing in faith proposed in Lifelong Faith: Formation for All Ages and Generations by John Roberto. Each section (menu) of the website focuses on one of the ten goals
The learning experiences for each goal are examples of the types of programming that a network can offer. The goal is to offer a variety of offerings to make it easy for people to find a program or activity or resource that best addresses what and how they want to learn and grow in faith. The offerings can include large group, small group, and on-your-own activities - some of which are in-person learning or online learning or a combination of both (hybrid learning).
The programming for each goal is organized to address three learning and religious profiles.
A 21st century approach to faith formation requires that the faith formation leader become a curator—a trusted guide who continually finds, groups, organizes, and connects the best and most relevant faith forming content and resources on a specific subject to match the needs of a specific audience. In the new digital world of abundant resources, the role of the faith formation leader is shifting from providing religious content and programming to curating religious content and experiences for all ages. The convergence of an abundance of content, the variety of programming to address the diverse needs and interests of people today, and the online platform for delivering programming and connecting people is creating the impetus for faith formation leaders to reimagine their primary role.
I have selected a variety of digital resources that are either free or low cost that you can use to develop online faith formation programming for all ages in your faith community in virtual and blended settings. Many publishers produce curriculum resources that can be downloaded and then printed for use in gathered programs at church. I have not included these resources because of their expense and the fact that they need to be used in physical settings at church.
The resources listed can be used in designing online programming and faith formation playlists, and adding content to faith formation websites for children, adolescents, adults, families, and all generations. If you are using a published program or textbook from a Christian publisher, be sure to check-out their website for online learning resources. Several publishers have produced digital versions of their texts or programs.
To determine if a resource is appropriate for your congregation develop evaluation criteria and a checklist to review resources that will work for you. Here are several categories to consider in evaluating a resource:
PROCESS OF CURATING
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Most of hte materials
he free materials you will find at Sunday School Center are yours to download, to copy, and to use at your discretion in your own ministry.
Always review the "About" section of any website to learn more about the organization, its leadership, and its vision or belief statements.
e. It is only intended as a guide for a church to develop their own network and digital platform for adult formation. A network approach to adult faith formation incorporates a diversity of content (programs, activities, and resources), a variety of media (print, audio, video, apps, and more), and multiple environments for engagement (independent, mentored, family, small group, large group, church-wide, community-wide). It also
The Seasons of Adult Faith network is developed in response to the the ten goals of maturing in faith proposed in Lifelong Faith: Formation for All Ages and Generations by John Roberto. Each section (menu) of the website focuses on one of the ten goals
The learning experiences for each goal are examples of the types of programming that a network can offer. The goal is to offer a variety of offerings to make it easy for people to find a program or activity or resource that best addresses what and how they want to learn and grow in faith. The offerings can include large group, small group, and on-your-own activities - some of which are in-person learning or online learning or a combination of both (hybrid learning).
The programming for each goal is organized to address three learning and religious profiles.
- Adults who are just getting started (or need a refresher) - with activities that introduce people to the content of the goal.
- Adults who are growing - with activities to help them become more confident in their knowledge and practice of their faith.
- Adults who want to go deeper - with activities to deepen their knowledge and practice of their faith through a more in-depth exploration and experience.
A 21st century approach to faith formation requires that the faith formation leader become a curator—a trusted guide who continually finds, groups, organizes, and connects the best and most relevant faith forming content and resources on a specific subject to match the needs of a specific audience. In the new digital world of abundant resources, the role of the faith formation leader is shifting from providing religious content and programming to curating religious content and experiences for all ages. The convergence of an abundance of content, the variety of programming to address the diverse needs and interests of people today, and the online platform for delivering programming and connecting people is creating the impetus for faith formation leaders to reimagine their primary role.
I have selected a variety of digital resources that are either free or low cost that you can use to develop online faith formation programming for all ages in your faith community in virtual and blended settings. Many publishers produce curriculum resources that can be downloaded and then printed for use in gathered programs at church. I have not included these resources because of their expense and the fact that they need to be used in physical settings at church.
The resources listed can be used in designing online programming and faith formation playlists, and adding content to faith formation websites for children, adolescents, adults, families, and all generations. If you are using a published program or textbook from a Christian publisher, be sure to check-out their website for online learning resources. Several publishers have produced digital versions of their texts or programs.
To determine if a resource is appropriate for your congregation develop evaluation criteria and a checklist to review resources that will work for you. Here are several categories to consider in evaluating a resource:
- biblical content & interpretation
- theological content and emphasis
- developmental appropriateness
- ethnic-cultural appropriateness
- inclusive of diversity
- respect for diverse ways of learning
- appearance and visual appeal
- ease-of-use
- quality of experience
- ability to be incorporated into daily and home life.
PROCESS OF CURATING
Be sure to check on Use Policies of online providers.
Most of hte materials
he free materials you will find at Sunday School Center are yours to download, to copy, and to use at your discretion in your own ministry.
Always review the "About" section of any website to learn more about the organization, its leadership, and its vision or belief statements.
Guide to using the Studio to design lifelong faith formation
network
playlist
programming models
one program multiple programming models
- Goal descriptions
- Programming models: gathered, hybrid (flipped), online
- Evaluate learning - methods
A network approach to adult faith formation incorporates a diversity of content (programs, activities, and resources), a variety of media (print, audio, video, apps, and more), and multiple environments for engagement (independent, mentored, family, small group, large group, church-wide, community-wide).
The learning experiences for each goal are examples of the types of programming that a network can offer. The goal is to offer a variety of offerings to make it easy for people to find a program or activity or resource that best addresses what and how they want to learn and grow in faith. The offerings can include large group, small group, and on-your-own activities - some of which are in-person learning or online learning or a combination of both (hybrid learning).
The programming for each goal is organized to address three learning and religious profiles.
network
playlist
programming models
one program multiple programming models
- Goal descriptions
- Programming models: gathered, hybrid (flipped), online
- Evaluate learning - methods
A network approach to adult faith formation incorporates a diversity of content (programs, activities, and resources), a variety of media (print, audio, video, apps, and more), and multiple environments for engagement (independent, mentored, family, small group, large group, church-wide, community-wide).
The learning experiences for each goal are examples of the types of programming that a network can offer. The goal is to offer a variety of offerings to make it easy for people to find a program or activity or resource that best addresses what and how they want to learn and grow in faith. The offerings can include large group, small group, and on-your-own activities - some of which are in-person learning or online learning or a combination of both (hybrid learning).
The programming for each goal is organized to address three learning and religious profiles.
- People who are just getting started (or need a refresher) - with activities that introduce people to the content of the goal.
- People who are growing - with activities to help them become more confident in their knowledge and practice of their faith.
- People who want to go deeper - with activities to deepen their knowledge and practice of their faith through a more in-depth exploration and experience.
Curated Resource GuidesBuilding Faith: https://buildfaith.org
The Building Faith blog and website from the Center for Ministry of Teaching offers practical resources for ministry with children, youth, and adults with articles, advice, reviews, features, and resources for Christian formation with people of all ages
The Congregational Resource Guide: https://thecrg.org
The Congregational Resource Guide (CRG) is an online tool designed to help leaders of all congregations find the right resources to address their unique challenges and needs.
Strong Catholic Family Faith: www.catholicfamilyfaith.org
Strong Catholic Family Faith seeks to empower and equip Catholic leaders to accompany and form faith-filled Catholic families by curating relevant content and meaningful experiences so that leaders might better partner with parents in passing on the faith. All of these resources have been selected and reviewed by the project team and drawn from trusted sources.
Traci Smith’s Treasure Box Tuesday: https://tracismith.substack.com
Be sure to subscribe to Treasure Box Tuesday. Traci Smith curates resources for faith at home and family ministry. Click here for newsletter.
The Building Faith blog and website from the Center for Ministry of Teaching offers practical resources for ministry with children, youth, and adults with articles, advice, reviews, features, and resources for Christian formation with people of all ages
The Congregational Resource Guide: https://thecrg.org
The Congregational Resource Guide (CRG) is an online tool designed to help leaders of all congregations find the right resources to address their unique challenges and needs.
Strong Catholic Family Faith: www.catholicfamilyfaith.org
Strong Catholic Family Faith seeks to empower and equip Catholic leaders to accompany and form faith-filled Catholic families by curating relevant content and meaningful experiences so that leaders might better partner with parents in passing on the faith. All of these resources have been selected and reviewed by the project team and drawn from trusted sources.
Traci Smith’s Treasure Box Tuesday: https://tracismith.substack.com
Be sure to subscribe to Treasure Box Tuesday. Traci Smith curates resources for faith at home and family ministry. Click here for newsletter.
