Could this be a land of Enchantment? A place of Wonder, Mystery, Transformation, Justice, Peace and Love? Christian formation is about taking on the shape of Christ for each person in relationship to the same formation of the whole community. The first promise of baptism is 'to continue in the apostles teaching and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in the prayers.” All four of those practices – study, companionship, worship and devotion - form and shape the practice of Christian faith for all generations in both practical and mysterious ways.
Young People: Infants, Children, Youth and Families
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Childcare is available for infants and young children beginning at 8:00 am on Sundays for infants and young children. Our nursery provides a safe loving environment in the care of a trained staff. An usher will help guide you to the nursery if you desire this ministry for your child.
Sunday School for Children and Youth follows the 9 am service (beginning at about 10:05 am) most Sundays during the traditional school year. Sunday's that proceed a school holiday may feature a special multi-age event for children and youth.
Meets downstairs in the Clark Center
- 3-5 year olds: Godly Play in Cathedral Clark Center Blue
- 6-8 year olds: Godly Play in Cathedral Clark Center Yellow
- 9 -10+ year olds: Mustard Seed in Cathedral Clark Center Green
Meets across the street in the Annex Youth Center
- 6-7th graders: New Rite 13 Annex Youth Center Green
- 8-9th graders: New J2A Annex Youth Center Pumpkin
- 10th+ :BASE: Confirmation/Reaffirmation Annex Youth Center Purple
Adult Education and Formation
The Sunday Dean's Forum, between the 9:00 and 11:00 services, provides an opportunity for adults to learn at the same time that the children of the parish are in Sunday School.
Periodically, smaller groups gathered to study particular books of the Bible and for other topics for which small group discussion is especially appropriate. The Thursday Bible Study meets every Thursday at 10:30 AM to study one of the books of the Bible. In Spring 2010, the study is the Book of Revelation.
Education for Ministry (EFM) Participants meet weekly for four years under the leadership of trained mentors for an in-depth exploration of the Faith. EFM participants at the Cathedral are drawn from neighboring parishes, as well as the Cathedral congregation. To learn more contact the Cathedral.
Resource Center Catalog: www.cathedralformation.typepad.com/rio_grande_diocesan_resou/