Growing Along the Good Road
Christian Formation
Why Formation Matters
Being Shaped by Gospel Values
All of us are being formed every day — by the stories we hear, the images we see, the habits we practice, and the culture around us. Christian formation is the lifelong work of being shaped by the Gospel: by faith, hope, love, prayer, community, and the transforming presence of God.
At All Saints’ Parish, formation is not simply a class or program. It is part of who we are. Through worship, learning, conversation, service, and shared life, we seek to keep growing as we walk the “good road” together — a way of healing, justice, reconciliation, and love for the world.
Font and Table
Introduction to the Episcopal Church and Christian Spiritual Practice
In the Episcopal tradition, Christian life is shaped by Baptism and Eucharist — from font to table. In Baptism, we are welcomed into the Body of Christ and make the promises of the Baptismal Covenant: to continue in prayer and fellowship, proclaim the Good News, strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being.
At the Eucharistic Table, we are nourished and sent back into the world to live that calling with courage, humility, and joy — extending God’s care to one another and to the whole of creation.
Opportunities for Formation
Ways We Grow
Formation at All Saints’ takes many forms. Some are structured classes or discussion groups. Others happen through art, music, shared meals, community events, and honest conversation.
- Font and Table: An introduction to the Episcopal Church, Anglican spirituality, and Christian practice.
- The Rector’s Forum: Conversations with Fr. Jay on faith, worship, current events, theology, and parish life.
- Sacred Ground: A faith-based dialogue series on race, history, healing, and reconciliation.
- Crossroads of Healing: Gatherings that explore social justice, spirituality, visual art, and community transformation.
- Bible studies and book groups that invite thoughtful reflection and shared learning.
- Art exhibits, field trips, and special events that connect faith with creativity, history, and the wider world.
- Children and young adult formation rooted in biblical stories, spiritual practice, and God’s love for all people.
- Emerging digital formation opportunities designed for online learning, conversation, and spiritual growth.
- Parish-wide formation through worship, service, hospitality, and life together.
Events
Join the Conversation
From Sunday morning conversations to special series, community gatherings, and seasonal offerings, formation opportunities are added throughout the year. We invite you to join in, ask questions, and grow with us.
Formation FAQs
Questions Are Welcome Here
You do not need to have everything figured out. Curiosity, questions, doubts, and lived experience are all welcome here.
Formation is the lifelong process of being shaped by faith. It includes learning, but it is bigger than education alone. It is about how we live, what we value, how we pray, how we serve, and how we grow into the people God calls us to become.
Not exactly. Sunday School can be part of formation, but formation includes much more: worship, conversation, service, spiritual practice, justice work, community life, and the habits that shape us over time
No, you are welcome wherever you are in your journey. While formation can include the Bible and theology, it also includes worship, service, spiritual practices, justice work, community life, and the habits that shape us over time. Everyone brings something valuable to this shared work, so please bring your experience, your questions, and your curiosity.
No. Formation matters at every age. All Saints’ is committed to helping children, young people, and adults grow in faith in ways that are thoughtful, age-appropriate, and rooted in God’s love.
Our faith is not separate from the world around us. Formation helps us understand how the Gospel calls us to seek justice, practice compassion, respect the dignity of every person, and participate in God’s healing work in the world.
Some formation opportunities will be available online, and All Saints’ hopes to continue growing digital ministry and online formation over time. Our vision includes accessible ways for people to learn, reflect, and grow wherever they are.
Walking the Good Road
Grow With Us
Formation is how we continue becoming who God calls us to be — not alone, but together. Whether you are new to faith, returning after time away, or ready to go deeper, we invite you to walk the good road with us