Seeds of Faith
Seeds of Faith is a sustainable Christian formation program for the youngest children of the Diocese. Seeds of Faith empowers clergy, laity, children, and caregivers through intergenerational, experiential learning at the diocesan camp and conference center, Peterkin, and through ongoing, accessible training using the Montessori-based Christian formation curriculum Godly Play.
What Programs are Related to Seeds of Faith?
- Seeds of Faith Camp
- Little Liturgical Library
- Godly Play Trainings
- Advent & Lent Reflection Days
- Narrative Eucharist
- Digital Resource Library
Seeds of Faith Camp
This is a 4 day family camp designed for our families with the youngest campers. The camp program is designed to incorporate Godly Play programming with traditional camp activities for a rich faith filled experience of family fun.
Little Liturgical Library
Every two months children who are registered in our catechetical library will receive a literature book that has some connection with faith formation. Included with these quality literature books is a newsletter that helps reflect on easy everyday practices to incorporate faith at home.
Godly Play Trainings
Through the generosity of the grant, the diocese is able to offer Godly Play training throughout the diocese. Besides the extensive three day training, the grant leadership can also offer vestry inservice and a simpler training to help parishes determine how they could use Godly Play in their community.
Advent & Lent Reflection Days
During each liturgical season the diocese is able to offer special family reflection days to help provide age appropriate formation during these important liturgical seasons. Each time incorporates Godly Play formation, an intergenerational liturgy, and time for fellowship.
Narrative Eucharist
Printable resource of best practices to assist caregivers, teachers, and liturgical leaders in developmentally appropriate ways to engage and incorporate children in Episcopal worship through the integration of Godly Play storytelling into weekly worship. We are excited to begin developing this resource with partnership from advisors and other Lilly grantees.
Digital Resource Library
This will be connected to the diocesan website with links to the Godly Play Foundation, recommended reading lists, and other resources based in pedagogically sound Christian formation paradigms. The digital resource library will have sections catering to each constituency: clergy, laity, caregivers, and children.