Education
Christian Education and Formation
Christ Church takes seriously the education and formation of God’s people of all ages. Education is imparting and learning knowledge and skill. We learn about the Bible and Christian tradition. We study Christian history and learn to think theologically. Formation includes growth and development. Most especially, formation is about the transformation of lives. Our understanding of the Good News of Jesus is that our lives can be and are transformed from meaninglessness to purpose; broken lives become whole; hopeless lives are filled with hope; and life breaks out even in the midst of death.
In the broadest sense, Christian education and formation are at the center of all our parish programs of worship, service, pastoral care, stewardship, fellowship, and mission. In every thing that we do we seek to walk with Jesus, to learn from him, and to be formed into the pattern of his life. As St. Paul put it so well in his Letter to the Romans:
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds so that you may discern what is the will of God – what is good and acceptable and perfect. –Romans 12:2
Here is a summary of the programs we will offer, September through May, that are especially designed for Christian education and formation.
All Ages
Sunday Mornings: 9-10 a.m.
Programs are offered for children, youth, and adults September through May.
A nursery for infants and toddlers is provided every Sunday morning from 9:00 a.m. until noon.
Children and youth classes are designed to be age appropriate and are group-graded.