Christian Formation
Welcome to the Department of Christian Formation
Our mission is: to provide support and training for Christian Education Directors, clergy and Church School teachers in the areas of children, youth and adult ministries
The Department of Christian Formation is made up of twelve members, chosen by the Bishop to serve as a voice for Christian Educators in the diocese. We provide parishes with opportunities for training, community building and resource guidance.
Past events sponsored by the Department of Christian Formation include All Under One Roof,a teacher training event, Godly Play training, and several Christian Formation Tracks at the PLTE (Parish Leadership Training Event)
This committee strives to support all who are involved with education in the parish. We have trained consultants and you may access their gifts and talents by contacting Sarah Sartain. If you have any needs or suggestions regarding programs or ideas please feel free to contact a member. We would be happy to send a representative to your parish or help you find the resources you need.
The Department has developed a Christian Formation Scope and Sequence that will assit educators in selecting appropriate curricula for specific age groups. Manuals will be sent to each parish and a DVD is also available. Click here to download the document.
A specific design team spent 18 developing a curriculum for youth and adult confirmation. Each parish was given a copy of both documents at the 2005 Diocesan Convention. You are welcome to download a copy of each here. For the youth confirmation curriculum click here. For the Adult Anglican Essentials click here.
2007-2008 Department Members:
Chair: The Rev. Dr. Margaret Scalise 205 758-4252
Staff: Sarah Sartain 205-715-2060 x314
Mary Coral Murphree 256- 534-3234
Kathy Graham 205 967-8786
The Rev. Rusty McCown 205 933-1140
The Rev. Lynette Lanphere 205 699-2404
Nita Caldwell 205 758-4252
Mac Hall 334 273-9318
The Rev. Michael Rich 256 435-9271
Michael Goldsmith 205 387-1806
The Rev. Steve Mosher 256 533-2455
Sabrina Evans 334 262-1937
Adult Materials 
Education for Ministry (EFM)
Disciples of Christ in Community (DOCC)
Companions in Christ
In Dialogue with Scripture
Living the Good News
Kerygma
Genesis to Revelation
Seasons of the Spirit
LeaderResources
Children's Materials
Montessori Approach
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
Center for Children and Theology
Jr. and Sr. High Materials
Clip Art
Timo's Clipart
Coloring, Crafts and Activity Sheets
Bible Activity Worksheets
EclipseCrossword Puzzles
MSSS Craft and Bible Resources
MDG Websites
Diocese of Texas
Organizations
National Association of Episcopal Christian Education Directors (NAECED)
Parish Resources and Data
Episcopal Books and Resources (EBaR)
Search Institute
Alban Institute
Barna Group
Other Dioceses' Links
Sacraments
Safeguarding God's Children
Seasonal
VBS Resources
Positions Available
