Christian
Formation
Diocese of Eastern Michigan
Ministries Resource Center
Subject: Christian Formation
Topic: Programs
Programs
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Ministries Resource Center Home Congregational/ Leadership Development Stewardship/Mission and Outreach An
Introduction to Godly Play Theory Curriculum: |
Creative
Christian Education – Howard
Hanchey, Morehouse Publishing, This book
includes both theory and practice in organizing a Christian Formation program
based on the Church year and the lectionary texts. The first half of the book
looks at the "why" of Christian Formation and how to get started;
the second half deals with the particular lessons to be used. Many ideas for
a program are presented, but they are not spelled out in detail; teachers
would need to be creative themselves, or have alternate resources The
New Prayer Book Guide to Christian Education – Joseph P. Russell, ed. Cowley
Publications, This is a
"how to" book based on the Church year with references to Years A,
B, and C. It provides the themes of the lections, phrases for memorization,
key words, ideas, and concepts to explore, stories to tell, Christian
practice and liturgical tradition, and formation in baptismal discipleship.
An appendix has a discussion of how to set up a teaching situation. It
appears to be aimed at adults, or possibly older youth, with an emphasis on
discussion and not activity. Sharing Our Biblical Story – Joseph P.
Russell, Morehouse Publishing, Defines ways to use the lectionary as a basis for curriculum; introductory chapters discuss stories and storytelling, an overview of the development of the Bible, and seeing the liturgy as drama. The remaining chapters give examples of lessons, a commentary of the lessons, and suggestions for Saints’ and Holy Days. |
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