PPT-Adult Faith Formation: A Journey of Discipleship

1 At the heart of catechesis we find in essence a Person the Person of Jesus of Nazareth NDC 55 Institute for Leadership in Ministry February 18 2017. An Introduction to the Catechumenate . Overall Goal . “To present a vision for the catechumenal process as both a rite of Christian initiation (faith formation for adults) and a means of forming disciples for baptismal living.”. st. Century. John Roberto. jroberto@lifelongfaith.com www.LifelongFaith.com. 4 Big Adaptive Challenges. Increasing . diversity throughout American society in the length of the lifespan, in generational identities, in family structures and marriage patterns, and in the ethnic makeup of America. Defining Disciple:. A “disciple” is a person who through faith in Jesus Christ believes the gospel and seeks to center their life on the teachings of Jesus. A disciple is obedient to the scriptures, has a vibrant prayer life, attends worship regularly, practices personal evangelism, loves their neighbor as themselves and lives a generous life. . A National Symposium on the Future of Adult Faith Formation. October 1-3, 2015 . Scenario Planning. Jay Ogilvy and Peter Schwartz . describe . scenarios as “narratives of alternative environments in which today’s decisions may be played out. They are not predictions. Nor are they strategies. Instead they are more like hypotheses of different futures specifically designed to highlight the risks and opportunities involved in specific strategic issues. st. Century. John Roberto. jroberto@lifelongfaith.com www.LifelongFaith.com. 4 Big Adaptive Challenges. Increasing . diversity throughout American society in the length of the lifespan, in generational identities, in family structures and marriage patterns, and in the ethnic makeup of America. Daniel 2:1-23. Welcome. Summer series . – discipleship relationships. Last week . – discipleship makes us useful to God. Today. – Daniel and his friends. Kings and Kingdoms. Israel . – became a nation under Moses (Exodus), God warned them, eventually a divided kingdom. for the 21. st. Century. Challenges of Congregational . Faith Formation. “average” attendance is now once a month, not weekly. They aren’t coming back to have babies baptized like they used to. 2015 Symposium. LifelongFaith.com. (Symposium). ReimagineFaithFormation.com. (Adults). Scenario Planning. Jay Ogilvy and Peter Schwartz . describe . scenarios as “narratives of alternative environments in which today’s decisions may be played out. They are not predictions. Nor are they strategies. Instead they are more like hypotheses of different futures specifically designed to highlight the risks and opportunities involved in specific strategic issues. The Church’s Greatest Challenge. The greatest problems for the church are not from secular ideologies or Atheist philosophies, or even other religions. The real problem for the church is where it has always been. It is in the midst or God’s people, not in the circumstances surrounding them. The real problem is when God’s people try to do His work in the power of the flesh rather than the power of His Spirit.. “. 19. I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, so that I too may be cheered by news of you. . 20. For I have no one like him, who will be genuinely concerned for your welfare. . 21. For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. . Good Evening!. Theory of AFF. What is AFF? Your thoughts.. Theory of AFF. The “big secret” is that AFF is not just “some other ministry.”. Rather, AFF comprises the total ongoing evangelization and catechesis of adults, nothing more and nothing less.. Pathways & Playlists. CCF Course 704 Part 4 Adult Faith Formation. 1. Adult Learning thrives when we offer adults pathways to deepen their faith. Principles of adult learning. Autonomous and self- directed . Certificate in Pastoral Ministry Course: Adult Faith Formation. 1. Prayer . We are Disciples. Who is it that discipled you into faith? This person is/these persons are at the heart of why you are faith-filled today.. Professor: Edwards. Locations Available: . Dallas. “Students completing this ministry concentration should be able to lead an adult ministry in various ministry contexts.. Required Courses (3 hours): EML425 Church Ministries with Adults.