St. Patrick's Christian Formation

We will gather in the church after fellowship and share ideas and thoughts about the gospel.

St. Patrick's

Adult Offerings

Sunday Mornings at 11:00 AM

Miracles of Jesus, moderated by Oder of St. Luke members

Millennuim Development Goals, moderated by Gail Patin

Mid-week morning goup

"Listening for God" moderated by Mother Patricia

Beginning September 9th at St. John's Chapel, a Bible Study and discussion on the HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS.
Throughout the fall we will explore 26 healing miracles of Jesus as recorded in the Gospels. Join us at 11:00 am for this miraculous journey. For more information see Katey Stuart (Gary Martz for COOS).

Healing and Prayer Corner

This fall we have been studying 26 of the healing miracles of Christ. We
now know that healing involves faith (not necessarily of the person in need!);
prayer or spoken word; many times, but not always, the laying on of hands
by those praying for the healing; water, oil. or other healing compounds (
AKA mud!); and often, but not always, some action by the person needing
healing. We also know from our knowledge of the acts of the apostles and church
history that ALL OF US, not just Jesus, have the power of the Holy Spirit to be
used as vessels for healing ministry. No one is exempted from the healing grace
of God. Jew/Gentile slave or freeman, man or woman, clean or unclean, young or
old, believer or non-believer, God bestows His healing grace on all those in
need, in body, mind, and spirit. God's healing grace helps us attain balance and
health in all aspects of our lives.

Did you know that those who give generously of themselves to others live
longer, healthier, and happier lives?
Several major studies have shown this to be true. As we enter Advent and
Christmas seasons we have numerous opportunities to think about and help others.
Every person can make a difference in another's life and thereby make a
difference in your own. If you missed completing a Samaritan's purse box or
getting an Angel Tree name, you can still give by providing an extra food bag
for Feed My Lambs, send a card to or visit a shut-in, or signing up to help
with one of the many volunteer opportunities needing yet to be filled here at
St. John's. If you haven't yet committed to regularly giving to fund our
ministries and programs, there is no better time than now.

God freely bestows his healing grace on each of us. We are empowered to
bring healing and blessings to others. As we look forward to celebrating the
remembrance of Immanuel, God with us, may we be empowered to bring
reconciliation, peace, joy, love, faith, hope, and healing to others.

Youth

Middle School and High School

6th grade and up

Sunday Mornings at 11:00 AM

"On the Edge"

With Nancy Mauney, and Ashley & Jeff VanDenMeiracker

Come join us to explore topics that other youth are talking about. Out Christian Formation series is called On the Edge: what could this be about? On the Edge of what? You are the next generation of leaders and we want to hear what you have to say on the issues of our world.

Watch for upcoming special events for youth this fall!

"How can young people keep their way pure? By guarding it according to your word."

Psalm 119:9

Elementary Age Children

Kindergarten through 5th grade

Creative explorations on these themes:

With Lisa Gray, Hugh & Linda McClelland and others

"Train children in the right way and when old, they will not stray."

Proverbs 22:6

Preschool Age

Three Years Old through Pre-K

"All Things New"

A Biblical, lectionary-based curriculum for eager young learners with Mary Katherine Hagberg, Allison & Cindy Williams, and Lara Pierce

Nursery available during Sunday Christian Formation time for those children unde