Formation
Formation - beginning with and grounded in prayer, leads us to be ever closer to Christ – conformed to Him. Formation requires a deeper understanding of Scriptures, especially the Gospels. Catechesis is one element of Formation, grounded in the Catechism of the Catholic Church and enabling us to develop an understanding of the teachings of the Magisterium. The celebration of the Liturgy is, itself, a means of formation, centred on the celebration of the Eucharist on Sundays. Formation is life-long, for the journey to closer conformity to Christ is the very purpose of our lives.
Sacramental Catechesis
Sacramental preparation refers to the process by which individuals or groups are prepared to receive the gifts of God through the ministry of the Church.
Sacramental preparation aims to help individuals deepen their understanding of the sacraments, grow in faith, and prepare their hearts and minds to receive the grace and blessings of each sacrament in a meaningful way.
Read more about Sacramental preparation in our Community.
Youth Formation - Diocese
Youth service on the diocesan level is dedicated to providing training and resources to parishes, to help equip and empower them to walk with young people on their journey of Discipleship.
To discover more about our BeCome, BeLoved and BeHold programmes, or access details on a wide range of initiatives and events available to support young people at local, national and international level,
Adult Formation - Diocese
Our Formation and Spirituality Adviser has four key areas of work: providing training to catechists teaching elements of the faith in parishes, offering advice and resources to churches wishing to expand their adult formation programmes, distributing Advent and Lent materials to parishes and supporting the Church’s mission of evangelisation.
Read about our Community Groups (formation, social and outreach).
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Family life - Diocese
As a community we recognise the amazing joy there is to be found in family life along with the challenges and difficulties it sometimes presents. Through a range of different events and groups we work together to support a variety of activities which enrich the various fields of family life.
If you want to find out more about about anything Marriage and Family Life related Marriage Preparation or Grandparents' Groups, click here.
Prayer
