Why do we worship?

July 9, 2020

Fiona Hammond

So here’s a great question for those of us who can meet as Anglican communities once again. What is worship? Why do we do it? What was it that I got out of bed for on a Sunday again?

The new SFC Short Course: Understanding Worship, explores six themes related to these questions, and 1.3 asks the big question: Why do we worship? Check out what Bishop Jeremy Greaves and Reverend Penelope Jones have to say, and then perhaps take this question into your week: ‘When people say they didn’t find God in worship it’s often not about an absence of God, but an absence of themselves’. https://www.stfran.qld.edu.au/1-what-is-worship

Exploring the Bible: new free online course!

April 24, 2020

Th Bible is the central text for Christians so its super important we have a working knowledge of this precious book.

The new short course from St Francis College, Exploring the Bible helps you begin the path to…

Strengthening Faith and Worship Online

April 24, 2020

Imagine an open workshop at which people can share their stories and questions about how to grow faith online. It would include discussion around online streaming, recording services, sermons and kids talks, online bible study groups and resources, and whatever questions are brought to the group. Well it’s here!

InterGenerate Australia Conference NOW ON-LINE!

April 24, 2020

There’s no doubt that the consensus in worship theology at the moment is that intergenerational approaches to church are the best path to thriving churches in the future. In a brilliant initiative, no matter where you are located, you will now be able to…

Kids heart sacred moments

May 9, 2019

Creating sacred spaces and time to use them can seem impossible in a busy life. Check out this little book full of wonderful, easy ideas for just that purpose.

Got 2 Minutes?

March 15, 2019

The next St Francis College Short Course is taking shape: Facing Deep Questions! In order to work out what big questions we’ll explore, we’ve set up a short poll for you to spend two minutes with. Please take a moment or two to vote on the questions you’d like answered.

The 360 Project: news and stuff

February 15, 2019

Parishes and agencies in the Anglican Diocese Southern Queensland can book in now for the wonders of the 360 Project, delivered to you in your place! Just book a seminar, round up at least 10 people and Jonathan and/or Fiona will head to anywhere in the diocese to facilitate your choice.

Coming Soon - Being Anglican, an SFC Short Course

February 14, 2019

It’s only weeks away, a new St Francis College Short Course called Being Anglican.

Watch the teaser video here.

See Archbishop Phillip as he uses his wonderful teaching skills to unpack the distinctiveness of Anglican Christianity: the Middle Way through Scripture, Tradition and Reason.

Lent on your phone

February 14, 2019

Into the Desert is a great app for your smart phone from ABM. Useful at any time of year, this app especially comes into its own during Lent.

Coming this year ... excitement!

January 11, 2019

Obviously flying cars as in The Jetsons and Blade Runner should be with us this year but before we see those, we here at FormedFaith are working on some other exciting projects.

Free video course: What Matters About Jesus

October 3, 2018

Imagine a locally-produced six-episode course with videos featuring faith experts and discussion questions designed to be used by you on your own or with a group. And it’s free! Click here to find out more…

John Roberto is coming...

July 12, 2018

The biggest opportunity for parish growth and learning is about to hit the diocese!

John Roberto, world renowned faith formation specialist, is coming to Brisbane and Lay People in our diocese have the chance to spend a day with him for only $15. Yes, only $15!!

Inspiring Vocations

July 12, 2018

It's Vocation month, as of course you knew. Our bishops have been talking about vocations and the cameras have been rolling. What does "vocation" mean? Are vocations only for priests?

What might yours be?

Free Tools for Reconciliation

June 1, 2018

There's no doubt Jesus encouraged people reconciled with each other and with God. In practice approaching reconciliation with our fellow humans is not always easy. Where do we start? What can we practically do? One way is to hear the stories of people, their feelings, emotions and thoughts.

Resources for Lent

January 23, 2018

There are some terrific materials to use for lent this year. Here’s a selection suggested to me by those in the know…

Generations Together Explained

January 8, 2018

Here's the message form Archbishop Phillip which delineates the theme for our year in the Diocese of Brisbane/Southern Queensland.

It's inspiring so pass around the link and watch it in church!

May this be a way we can grow our church family during 2018 and beyond!

Generations Together: a theme for 2018

January 8, 2018

2018 DECLARED YEAR OF GENERATIONS TOGETHER

Archbishop Phillip has declared 2018 the Year of Generations Together.

For a year of special events, programs and emphasis on the whole family of God in our diocese, 2018 will be unlike any other!

There’s more to say and an exciting story to come but for now, mark this date in your calendars for the launch:

Thursday February 15th, 2018 - 6:30PM, St John’s Cathedral

And bookmark the new, ever-changing website where all of the resources, ideas and stuff for the year will be housed!

www.generationstogether.org.au

ADVENT - last minute ideas

November 8, 2017

Suggestions are flowing as for advent resources for this season. Here are a few…

Sparkhouse: free video resources

November 6, 2017

Friend of FormedFaith Greg Henderson has recommended the terrific resources of SparkHouse. This Christian media company makes video resources for people of all ages with a number of outcomes in mind.