Grow in Faith
A ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey
Resources for Faith Formation
Lifelong Christian Formation Ministry in the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey is committed to the work of engaging, equipping, empowering, and encouraging all people to follow God’s calling in their lives. Whether you are exploring new ideas, looking to grow deeper in your faith, or charged with leading formation ministry in your family or congregational setting, there are resources here to help and inspire. You are welcome here!
Featured Resources: Autumn Formation
Autumn holds several days and themes that are rich in the formation of our Christian faith.
Creation Care / Blessing of the Backpacks / Stewardship / Indigenous Awareness / All Saints’ Day / Election Day / Veterans Day / Thanksgiving
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Creation Care Resources
Fall is an excellent time to focus on creation care. As storms rage harder, flood waters rise higher, and fires burn hotter, we remind ourselves of our responsibilities as disciples to honor God in creation. This theme emerges naturally in the harvest season and as we celebrate the ministry of St. Francis of Assisi, which many congregations do with worship service that includes a blessing of the animals.
We also like that creation care helps us introduce the concept of stewardship (we all have responsibility to care for the earth, just as our discipleship calls us to care for Christ's body, the church).
Formation in our Diocese
Here are some of the formation opportunities happening around the Diocese of New Jersey this season.
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