St.
Paul’s Parish
(Episcopal/Anglican)
Riverside,
Illinois

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SPIRITUAL FORMATION
[Index
of resources below]
Spiritual formation is the work
of the Holy Spirit transforming us by deepening our relationship with God
and others in and through our daily lives. Spiritual formation is nurtured
formally through spiritual disciplines, corporate worship, and informally
through families, work, civic, and interpersonal experiences.
Spiritual formation is a journey.
Liturgy is formative. Hymns and prayers are formative. Works begun
and ended in Christ are formative. Classes are formative. Reading
is formative. Even Coffee Hour is formative. Ultimately, however,
all formation is personal since your relationship with God is unique.
Many aids have been discovered, but it's not a matter of mere study.
You must live with what you learn and make it your own.
You cannot go wrong with the Book
of Common Prayer or the Hymnal, since they accurately reflect
the teachings of the Church. The Rector or a qualified spiritual
advisor can suggest books or practices that may be helpful to you.
Regular attendance at corporate worship keeps your progress integrated
with the community, which is a vital Christian concept.
Below are listed prayers, practices,
resources, and information that others have found useful. Just remember
the golden rule of Anglicanism: You may do whatever you like as long
as it doesn't impinge upon others.
Spiritual
Formation Resources Index
Angels
Benedictinism
Book
Review Index
Classes
Lectio
Divina
Library
Music
Personal
Oratory
Prayer
Blessed are you, O
Lord, my God / Contemplative Prayer / Daily Devotions / Daily Office /
Hail Mary / Intercessions / Jesus Prayer/ O God, make speed to save me
/ Serenity Prayer / Trisagion
Rule of
Life
Silence &
Stillness
St. Paul's
Benedictine Community
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People of St. Paul's!
Honor your Baptismal vows, and proclaim
the Good News of God in Christ. We need people to share spiritual
formation resources. Personal experience is important.
We're Anglicans, so your enthusiasm should be supplemented by study and
thought. Reviews of books in St. Paul's library are also needed.
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