SPIRITUAL FORMATION

[Index of resources below]

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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.

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Spiritual Formation Resources Index
 

Angels

Benedictinism

Book Review Index

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd More than just Sunday School

Classes 

Lectio Divina 

Library 

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