Fall Formation Course Preview

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Father Ryan reveals the 'Life Together' course as the essential heart of Res, unpacking six key concepts for newcomers and skeptics alike.

The episode begins with a casual, humorous introduction by the hosts, setting a relaxed tone for discussing the church's upcoming formation schedule. Father Ryan, who oversees adult formation, and Melissa Gray, who leads family and youth ministry, join to explain the course offerings. They start with the 'Life Together' course, a six-week class that synthesizes previous welcome, shape, and send classes into one, focusing on the gospel of the kingdom and essential Christian practices. This course is aimed at newcomers, those rethinking faith, or anyone wanting a primer on Res's core beliefs. Next, Sean describes 'Mystagogy and Mission,' a class he teaches based on his doctoral work, exploring the connection between liturgy and God's mission through interactive exercises like silence and art. It's designed for those who have completed the Life Together course. Melissa then introduces the middle school course, 'Hey God, Can I Be Honest?,' which uses Meredith Miller's devotional book to help students question God's attributes and decide on confirmation. The hosts discuss the importance of safe spaces for doubts and the role of community in faith formation. Practical details follow, including free registration with a discount code, childcare for children up to fourth grade, and plans to record classes for those who miss sessions. They encourage listeners to invite friends, especially those disoriented or deconstructing faith, and highlight the courses as tools for refreshment and deeper engagement. The episode concludes with a call to action for sign-ups and appreciation for the team's work.

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A loose, welcoming formation preview becomes a thoughtful look at how liturgy shapes participation in God's work.

Res Life's formation-course preview treats the start of a new class season as more than a calendar reset. It frames adult formation, family ministry, youth, and a class on liturgy and the mission of God around a larger question: how a church learns to inhabit the faith it…

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You want a playful Res class preview that moves from adult and student formation signups into baptismal water, silence, liturgy, and God's mission.

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