Learning our Faith - Generations of Faith
Learning Our Faith – Generations in Faith Together
Generations in Faith Together (GIFT) is St. Angela Merici’s name for lifelong faith formation, an effort to integrate faith formation for all ages. Because we recognize that learning is an on-going process, we offer a multitude of experiences for people to continue to grow in their faith. We will gather together to learn about our faith, share our faith, engage in our faith, reflect on our faith, and ultimately to apply our faith to everyday living.
PURPOSE
The idea is to provide opportunities for everyone to learn and live their faith. The ultimate goal of GIFT is to help each and every person to engage more fully in their Catholic faith so that they experience a closer relationship with Jesus Christ.
For many Catholics, formal religious education ended sometime during the junior high and high school years. Others are just beginning to experience the faith they have committed to. GIFT offers an opportunity to learn about our faith, grow in our understanding of the Church and find meaning in our lives. All of this is accomplished by sharing with members of our faith community.
GIFT PARTICIPANTS
Every member of every age is involved in lifelong faith formation: young and old, singles and couples, children and teens, families, young adults, older adults, and vintage adults – EVERYBODY!
Religious formation for adults is imperative for their own growth. Many adults believe that the Catholic Church assumes its members are only asked to participate in faith formation as children, but this is not true. Many adult Catholics are searching for answers in life and for a deeper faith, but don’t feel there is a way to find these things. In addition, for most adult Catholics, the last time any Christian formal instruction in a topic such as morality, was fifth grade. As adults, we are looking for a better understanding of faith and decision-making that is at an adult level. GIFT will provide opportunities for every person to grow and learn in their faith, not just the kids.
Growing in Faith Together is a journey, not a destination!