Faith Formation Leader Connection
The Faith Formation Leader Connection brings together leaders of faith formation ministries in the PC(USA). We do this by offering a variety of ways for leaders to share, connect, and learn through Community Circles, Resource Zooms, Listening Circles, and Cohorts. All leaders are welcome to connect to this network and find the entry points that enrich their ministries. Here are upcoming opportunities. Join us!
Christian Formation Collective Cohorts
Fall 2026 Cohorts
These 90-minute cohorts will meet once a week for 4 weeks beginning the week of October 12 and running through the week of November 2, 2026.
Cohorts are 6-10 leaders led by a trained coach and meet online. Cohorts are open to faith formation leaders, including volunteers, educators, youth workers, CREs, and pastors.
A full list of the cohorts being offered can be found HERE.
Registration open September 15-30
REGISTER HERE
Community Circle: Small Church
For small church (less than 100) educators, volunteers, pastors, commissioned pastors (CRE, CLP), and mid-council leaders that support faith formation leaders in small churches.
Register once for any or all of these 2026 dates:
Tuesday, February 3 at 3 pm Eastern
Thursday, April 16 at 1 pm Eastern
Tuesday, May 19 at 1 pm Eastern
Wednesday, August 5 at 3 pm Eastern
Tuesday, October 6 at 11 am Eastern
Thursday, November 5 at 3 pm Eastern
More information and register here
Small Church Faith Formation Resource List that will be updated as these meetings occur during the year.
Faith Formation Leader Connection Resource Zooms
A resourcing Zoom with time to share what’s new, what’s in season, and ask what you are looking for.
2026 Dates
Thursday, March 5th 1-2pm Eastern
Tuesday, May 12th 2-3pm Eastern
If you have questions or need help finding resources, please email our office at [email protected].
Holy Shift! Parents are Rethinking Everything - So Should We
Recordings of Sessions
Thursday, September 4th, 1-2:30 pm Eastern
Monday, September 8th, 1-2:30 pm Eastern
Tuesday, September 23rd, 1-2:30 pm Eastern
Holy Shift is a webinar series co-sponsored by Around the Table and 1001 New Worshipping Communities, PCUSA, based on original research done in partnership with the ELCA and Try Tank Research Institute. The series will include 3 sessions in September 2025.
"The Young Adult Parents Research Project investigated the evolving role of religion and spirituality among parents aged 25-39 in the United States, a group marked by increasing disaffiliation from organized religion. The study provides insights into how religious identity and spirituality influence parenting decisions, values, and engagement with faith institutions."
Session 1 will be hosted by Rev. Neema Cyrus-Franklin, Coordinator of Around the Table, as Josh Packard of Try Tank Research presents findings and engages participants in the presentation.
Session 2 will be hosted by Rev. Libby Huggus of Resonate Coaching as participants have the opportunity in large and small groups to start envisioning new ministries with Young Adult Parents in your faith community.
Session 3 will be a panel discussion of a variety of practitioners who have started new ministries that appeal to Young Parents, hosted by Rev. Libby Huggus of Resonate Coaching.
Limited follow up one-on-one coaching sessions will be available to participants who attend all sessions.
Resource Lists available include Intergenerational, Youth, Children, Adult, At Home, Volunteer Formation Training, Elder and Deacon Training, Advent, Matthew 25, PC(USA) Highlighted Resource.