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Transcript of Reflections on Children & Youth Formation Grace Episcopal Church, 2014.
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Reflections on Children & Youth FormationGrace Episcopal Church, 2014
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On a recent Wednesday night, reflecting on our Children and Youth Formation, we asked…
How could Grace best serve members of all ages/family status in their spiritual journey?
What are the components of an authentic, sustainable faith?
What activities would we like to see the youth participate in on Wednesday nights?
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The following were many of the responses…
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Giving Thanks For These Expressions Of Faith
Discovery
Journey to Adulthood
Outreach
VBS
Acolyte Program
Choristers
Christmas Pageant
Pilgrimages
Children’s Chapel
Children of Grace
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“Youth Services are enjoyable and special. They do an excellent job.”
“Our Chorister Program is an important part of our church and a blessing.”
“COG is a positive offering.”
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“Experience youth won’t get outside of church.”
“…Beginnings of friendship formations…”
“Working with reality of current day youth schedule.”
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“Children and Youth are the future of our church…”
“Who we are…”
“Teaching love of liturgy, tradition, and history…”
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“Intergenerational activities…
Chance for new families and long-time members to know and appreciate each other.”
“Volunteers from congregation…”
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“There is a real bond between and among the children and youth – appreciating each other.”
“Adults, youth, older children…All leading by example…”
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“Youth are respectful, open, and service-oriented…”
“…is a time to learn and enhance character.”
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“Participating in youth and children’s programs is a way we support and nurture our young people.”
“Bringing children and youth into the sense of “Community of church.”
“Feeling accepted….”
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“Creating awareness of connection with God…”
“Knowing and experiencing the grace of God’s real presence in their lives…”
“Relationship with Jesus emphasized…”