Formation: Are you being formed?
Email the ministry leader at: formation@allsaintsmd.org
Mission:
The mission of Christian Formation at All Saints' is to encourage life-long spiritual growth for all ages.
Goals:
- For all to have a basic knowledge of scripture appropriate to their age levels
- For all to be able to articulate their faith stories
- For all to empower each other to live out our faith
- For all to embrace their own spiritual life as a journey with Jesus Christ
Sunday Formation Hour:
Christian Formation for all ages meets on Sunday Mornings during Formation Hour from 9:15 a.m. until 10:15 a.m. in various locations.
Click "Learn More" for class listings and registration information.
Sacramental Formation
Baptisms
We offer the sacrament of Holy Baptism multiple times a year: Easter, Pentecost, the Sunday following All Saints Day, the Feast of the Baptism of our Lord, when a bishop is present, and usually once during Ordinary time.
Contact the church office to schedule a baptism and register for the preparation class.
Communion Instruction
In years past, All Saints' has held a Communion Instruction class to help prepare children for the reception of Communion. This year we have switched to a new curriculum that incorporates this teaching. In Godly Play and Weaving God's Promises, children learn about the significance of the Last Supper, Holy Eucharist, and even bake their very own Communion bread.
During Lent, all the Children Formation classes will be baking Communion bread. Their homemade bread will be offered up for Eucharist during both of our 10:30 services.
Confirmation
We offer the sacrament of Confirmation, Reception, and Reaffirmation depending upon when the Bishop visits. Contact the church office to find out when the next Confirmation will take place, and to register for Confirmation Class.
Adult Formation on Sunday Mornings at 9:15 a.m.
Faithful Followers
Faithful Followers a discussion-based group that focuses on topics facing Christians in the 21st century.
Forum of Faith
The Forum of Faith offers scripturally grounded lectures and discussions on various topics throughout the year, coinciding with the liturgical seasons.
Nursery Care
Nursery Care is available for children up to age three during the Christian Formation hour, for parents who are attending classes. The nursery is open to children through age six during the 10:30 a.m. services.
Education for Ministry
EfM is a four-year course in theological education, and meets weekly on Monday evenings for 34 weeks. It is very similar to early seminarian education. It is only held in years where a minimum number of participants has been met. Contact the church office for more information.
Children's Formation
Children's Formation classes, traditionally referred to as "Sunday School," are held for children age three through sixth grade on Sunday mornings at 9:15 a.m., during Formation Hour.
To register your child, download and complete the Children's Registration form. Return the completed form to Rev. Jessica in the church office.
Nursery Care
Nursery Care is available to children up to age three during the Christian Formation hour, for parents who are attending classes. The nursery is open to children through age six during the 10:30 a.m. services.
Preschool through Second Grade
Godly Play, an experiential approach to religious education for children, is offered for children in pre-school through second grade. Their classrooms are located in the main office hallway (near the nursery).
Third through Sixth Grade
Weaving God's Promises, one of the latest Episcopal Curriculums, is offered for children in third through sixth grade. Their classrooms are located in the Court Street building.
In addition to the core curriculums, the children participate in outreach projects and special events such as the Parade of Saints, Mardi Gras, visiting Record Street Home, and an end-of-year celebration.
Summer Camp: Vacation Bible School
All Saints' VBS is a week-long experience of fun, prayer, and friendship held at the Bishop Claggett Center.
Children entering kindergarten through entering 6th grade are invited to be campers. Youth entering 7th grade through entering 12th grade are invited to be Jr. Counselors. Adults are encouraged to volunteer and be part of the fun!
Youth Formation
Youth Formation consists of Sunday morning Formation classes and monthly Youth Events. To register your youth for Formation classes, download and complete the Youth Registration form. Return the completed form to Rev. Jessica in the church office.
Jr. High Class
The "Jr. High" class is for youth in seventh through ninth grades, and meets on Sunday mornings at 9:15 a.m., during Formation Hour. This class explores spirituality through the lens of current events and issues teens face today.
Sr. High Class
The "Sr. High" class is for youth in tenth through twelfth grades, and meets on Sunday mornings at 9:15 a.m., during Formation Hour. This class helps our older teens transform into young adult Christians living in today's world.
Youth Events
Youth Events are held monthly for all youth in Middle School and in High School. Our monthly events include gatherings such as: lock-ins, service projects, retreats, youth worship services, talent shows, and more! Check out our monthly newsletter, Saints' Alive! for more details on scheduled youth events.