There is space for conversation ‘At the Table’ why not come and join us?
One-Minute read. This new resource helps you (re)connect as a family, friends, neighbors, or congregation around a table – be it kitchen, coffee, or picnic!
Christian Formation
Christian Formation expands our minds, shapes our hearts, and builds God’s kingdom. The Christian Formation Office is here to provide the support you need for Children, Youth, Young Adults, Adults, and Generations in community together.
There are lots of Christian Formation resources available on our website, why not check them out?
If you have questions contact Kim Snodgrass, Assistant to the Bishop for Christian Formation.
The Way of Love: Rest
Two-minute read. In the Godly Play Creation story, the words go like this: “On the seventh day, God rested and gave us the gift of a day to rest – and to remember the great gifts of all the other days.” What practices restore you and help you to rest in God’s hands? What practices help you celebrate and enjoy the gifts of the other days of creation?
Centering Prayer – Bringing peace and calm to your life
One-minute read. Centering Prayer is a time to reframe our mind, a time to invite God into our lives and dwell in God’s presence. The more it is practiced, the more you will feel God working in and through you.
Who Has Seen the Holy Spirit?
Four-minute read. Who has seen the Holy Spirit? It’s a challenging question. Take a moment to think about it. Where have you seen the Holy Spirit? What does it look like? Of the three persons of the Trinity, the Holy Spirit is the most elusive.
The Holy Spirit, a gift to inspire us
Two-minute read. Pentecost, or Whitsunday, which is celebrated this year on Sunday, May 23, marks the birth of the Church, a grass-roots movement led by followers of The Way who listen, learn, and live the way of love with Jesus, the teacher.
Sharing Stories of Baptismal Living — monthly web conferences from Bexley Seabury Seminary
One-minute read. Following the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, CT, bestselling author and illustrator, Roger Hutchison, had the privilege of painting with children who experienced this tragic event. This profoundly affected him and convinced him to serve those who grieve with his writing and art.
Soulcraft: the value of working with our hands
Two-Minute read. Allow working with your hands to nourish the soul and become a meditative, spiritual practice.
Plant your own Good News Garden, and garden for Jesus and the community
Two-Minute read. Join others in a transformational Good News Garden ministry that feeds body, mind, and spirit.
The Way Of Love: Personalized Suggestions for Spiritual Growth
One-Minute read. Begin this Easter season with intent to explore, grow and deepen your spiritual life using My Way of Love suggestions tailored to your life experience.
The Great 50 Days
Three-Minute read. To believe in the mystery of Easter, to have faith in something we cannot fully understand, is not only counter-cultural, it is a small rebellion!
It’s Holy Week. So what?
Two-minute read. With so much going on in the world, is it silly to insist on giving so much time and energy to the religious observance of Holy Week? If you have the same question, the Rev. Anna Tew may have an answer.
This is the night: The Great Easter Vigil
Three-Minute read.
Since the third century, this is the night we gather as God’s people. Learn more about why this night is an especially long evening for very good reasons.
How you can walk the Way of the Cross at home
Two-Minute read. By engaging us body, heart, and soul, walking the Way of the Cross creates an opportunity for communion with Christ and each other.
Some tips for engaging in healthy comparisons in your life
Two-Minute read. A direct comparison with Jesus would be unhelpful for obvious reasons, but hope is found in thinking, “I like the way Jesus walked the talk.” In this way comparison is healthy.
Shift towards Virtues
Three-Minute read. We can shift from the things that seek our own will, distorting our relationship with God and all creation. God is calling us to a life of holiness and virtue. By redirecting our attention to building up the seven virtues, over time God frees us from bothersome chains.
Holy Week at Home
Six-Minute read.
In any other year, we would all be saying, “Go to church, experience all Holy Week has to offer!” This year, attending in person will not be an option for everyone. Still, we can incorporate the rhythm and customs, the experience and blessings, into Holy Week at home.
Everything Holy Update
Two-minute read.
The response to Everything Holy has blown past all expectations in the first two months! If you are already participating, thank you for your support, not to mention the encouragement and excitement this brings to the creative team.
Lenten Math: Going back is the quickest way forward
One-Minute read.
In math we go back and re-work a sum we’ve got wrong. Lent offers us the chance to go back and re-work our faith with God.
Pursuing Wisdom
One-Minute read. If you’re looking for a roadmap of how God designed the world to work, and practical day-to-day guidance, wisdom literature can make life more acceptable, especially when it doesn’t appear to be going that way.
The Way of the Wilderness: The Path to Wellness and Joy
One-Minute read.
A time-sensitive opportunity to be part of an interactive workshop on practical and transformative spiritual practices to experience the fullness of Lent.
