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Christian Practices

Growth / Learning Plan

In the emerging post-pandemic world we seek answers to the question “How shall we live now?” The pandemic has disrupted our lives in ways that we have only begun to name. We are searching anew for meaning and purpose – now in a post-pandemic world. We are trying to process our losses and the grief that brings. We are struggling to build a world of  justice, peace, care for creation, and respect for the dignity of all people. We are starting to rebuild our network of relationships and our resiliency as families and communities. We are all looking to answer the question, “How shall we live now?” in a post-pandemic world. What are the approaches, resources, people, and wisdom we need to address this question? 
 
One approach to address the challenge is to focus on formation in Christian practices. We form ourselves in the practices of the Christian way of life by drawing upon the wisdom of the Bible and Christian tradition, and connecting the practices to the “signs of the times” – the struggles, joys, needs, and hungers of people and communities today, and equipping people with the skills and ways to live the practice in their daily life. 

You are invited into personal faith growth and study. Choose a theme from the chart that appeals to you today. Click through on the link to access the free resource, and follow the simple “Assignment” steps. You’ll be amazed at how much you learn!

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After each component, be sure to click Claim Your Badge, fill out the form and within 24 hours you will receive a digital badge acknowledging your achievement, and $10 will be donated to St. Charles Faith Formation.
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Theme

Resource + Assignment

Introduction

An Introduction to Christian Practices

1. Read this web page as your introduction

2. Click through to some links to get a feel for it all

 

3. Reflect/Journal: Of the 20+ practices that emerge repeatedly in the Bible (see list lower right of page), which ones resonate best with you?

 

4. Claim Your Badge

 

 

Eating Well

The Christian Practice of Eating Well

1. Download and read the Learning Program (Word or PDF).

2. Choose one of the ten activities (begins on p. 9).

 

3. Reflect/Journal: Respond to the reflection questions for the activity.

 

4. If you wish, choose another Eating Well activity.

 

5. Claim Your Badge

 

 

Keeping Sabbath

The Christian Practice of Keeping Sabbath

1. Download and read the Learning Program (Word or PDF).

2. Choose one of the eleven activities (begins on p. 9).

 

3. Reflect/Journal: Respond to the reflection questions for the activity.

 

4. If you wish, choose another Keeping Sabbath activity.

 

5. Claim Your Badge

 

 

Prayer

The Christian Practice of Prayer

1. Download and read the Learning Program (Word or PDF).

2. Choose one of the 26 activities (begins on p. 13).

 

3. Reflect/Journal: Respond to the reflection questions for the activity.

 

4. If you wish, choose another Prayer activity.

 

5. Claim Your Badge

 

 

Bible

The Christian Practice of Reading the Bible

1. Download and read the Learning Program (Word or PDF).

2. Choose one of the 18 activities (begins on p. 21).

 

3. Reflect/Journal: Respond to the reflection questions for the activity.

 

4. If you wish, choose another Bible activity.

 

5. Claim Your Badge

 

 

Caring for the Body

The Christian Practice of Caring for the Body

1. Download and read the Learning Program (Word or PDF).

2. Choose one of the 8 activities (begins on p. 2).

 

3. Reflect/Journal: Respond to the reflection questions for the activity.

 

4. If you wish, choose another Body activity.

 

5. Claim Your Badge

 

 

Celebrating

The Christian Practice of Celebrating

1. Download and read the Learning Program (Word or PDF).

2. Choose one of the 6 activities (begins on p. 6).

 

3. Reflect/Journal: Respond to the reflection questions for the activity.

 

4. If you wish, choose another Celebrating activity.

 

5. Claim Your Badge

 

 

Discernment

The Christian Practice of Discernment

1. Download and read the Learning Program (Word or PDF).

2. Choose one of the 7 activities (begins on p. 6).

 

3. Reflect/Journal: Respond to the reflection questions for the activity.

 

4. If you wish, choose another Discernment activity.

 

5. Claim Your Badge

 

 

Forgiveness

The Christian Practice of Forgiveness

1. Download and read the Learning Program (Word or PDF).

2. Choose one of the 16 activities (begins on p. 8).

 

3. Reflect/Journal: Respond to the reflection questions for the activity.

 

4. If you wish, choose another Forgiveness activity.

 

5. Claim Your Badge

 

 

Managing Household Life

The Christian Practice of Managing Household Life

1. Download and read the Learning Program (Word or PDF).

2. Choose one of the 6 activities (begins on p. 6).

 

3. Reflect/Journal: Respond to the reflection questions for the activity.

 

4. If you wish, choose another Household activity.

 

5. Claim Your Badge

 

 

Community

The Christian Practice of Participating in Community

1. Download and read the Learning Program (Word or PDF).

2. Choose one of the 5 activities (begins on p. 7).

 

3. Reflect/Journal: Respond to the reflection questions for the activity.

 

4. If you wish, choose another Household activity.

 

5. Claim Your Badge

 

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      • Gun Violence
      • Essential Elements >
        • Essential Elements - Results
      • Personal Journey in Faith
      • Christian Practices
      • Finding LIfe's Purpose
      • Racial Reconciliation
      • Care for Creation
    • GIFT >
      • GIFT Prayer
      • Past GIFT Programs
  • Word
    • Voice of the Community >
      • Reflections
    • Homily
    • Children's Liturgy of the Word
  • Justice
    • Care 4 Creation >
      • Understanding Natural Gas
    • MACG Summary Report
    • Racial Justice
    • Local Resources
    • Renter's Assistance
    • Food Insecurity
    • Utilities Assistance
    • Care For The Elderly
    • St. Vincent de Paul >
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      • GET HELP >
        • FOOD HELP
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