Christian Formation at Church of the Ascension
Christian Formation for All Ages takes place each Sunday at 10:00 am.
On September 11 at 10:00 a.m. we began our fall schedule and are excited to again offer classes for all ages, this time with even more choices and new curriculum, too!
Adults:
Episcopalians? Come and See! is a year round preparation class for confirmation, reception, and affirmation. This class is led by Mother Mary and is located in the Adult Forum.
In the large classroom, Kathi White is leading a class based on Caroline A. Westerhoff's Calling.
High School: (Grades 9-12)
My Faith My Life by Jenifer Gamber is closely linked to the Book of Common Prayer and covers everything from Scripture, church history and sacraments, to the meaning of prayer and ministry in the lives of real teens today. It is led by Dan Baker, Tiana Brachel, and Judith Cunningham and is located in the High School classroom.
Middle School: (Grades 6-8)
Episcopal Curriculum for Youth uses a cumulative framework of modules focusing on Old Testament, New Testament, and Contemporary Times, as well as the basics of Sacraments, The Episcopal Church Year, and Spiritual Life. It is led by Carol Robson and Michael Robson and is located in the Middle School classroom.
Upper Elementary: (Grades 3-5)
Weaving God’s Promises follows our Sunday lectionary and was developed and written exclusively for the Episcopal Church. The program teaches children the way of Christ, not only in the church but also in the world, and gives them a sold grounding for future youth formation programs, which in turn prepares them for Christian adulthood. It is led by Earline Walpole and Lee Owens and is located in the upper elementary classroom.
Early Elementary: (Grades Pre-K – 2)
Episcopal Children’s Curriculum sets forth a framework for helping our children interpret and understand the covenant made in Holy Baptism, and to live the Christian Life. These four units are included in every year of the curriculum: Old Testament, New Testament, Sacraments, and the Church. Every year also has material on the major events of the Church Year, including All Saints and Pentecost. It is led by Melissa Schimke and Stephanie Horah and is located in the early elementary classroom.
In addition to our Sunday class offerings, Mother Mary conducts weekly bible study on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. in the Parish Library.
Finally, on Wednesdays, following the evening service Mother Mary will offer a bible study class. The first Wednesday of the month will be dedicated to Bible & Brew: Theology and Fellowship, (location to be announced) and the subsequent Wednesday bible study classes will be held in the Parish Library. This class will require a minimum of 6 participants.
Our hope is that we are offering something for everyone and that all will find their place, but we welcome any and all feedback. Please feel free to contact either Carol Robson: 678-757-1014 or mcssrobson@comcast.net or Mother Mary Erickson: 770-382-2626 or merickson@ascensioncartersville.org.
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