Welcome to Adult Ministry
Whether those you are ministering to are from the "silent" generation, the builders, boomers, busters, or millennial; whether they are single or married, divorced or widowed; whether they are new parents, single parents, or empty nesters, we want to partner with you in your ministry to adults.
There is no "one size fits all" in ministry with adults. The range of ages and needs varies greatly. It is our desire to see that every adult life in the church is being formed by the Word of God and transformed into the likeness of Christ, no matter what age or life situation.
We have made certain resources available to assist you in meeting the challenge of growing your adults, "until we all come to such unity in our faith and knowledge of God's Son that we will be mature and full grown in the Lord, measuring up to the full stature of Christ." (Eph. 4:13)
Blessings,
Debbie Blue,
Director of Adult Ministries
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Resources:
Christian
Formation Ministry Planning Tool for Adults:
A holistic approach to provide structure for adult Christian formation
in the church. This ministry planning tool uses the components of Biblical
Studies, Practical Christian Living, and Church-related subjects. Each
component includes a listing of topics and resources from which a local
church might choose for study and application. Contact
the Resource Center
to find out more. (G, R, O, W) Downloadable Sample Sheets from Planning
Tool:
- Table of Contents
- Introduction
- How to Use this Resource
Discipleship/Confirmation (D/C) for adults (coming soon!) (G)
Christian Studies Video series: This curriculum will challenge adults to lead lives that are more congruent with Jesus' teachings. The series features Dr. David Nystrom, chair of the Biblical Studies department and New Testament professor at North Park University. The three-part video lectures can be used as a complete 15-session series or in shorter units. It is designed for small group, classroom, or individual study. To learn more, or to arrange for its use, contact us. (G)
The Prayer that Focuses Life : This study of the Lord's Prayer provides a guide for daily discipleship to refocus on God's purpose for daily living. It is designed for individual use and small groups. Contact the Covenant Resource Center for more information. (W)
Companions In Christ: A 28-week small group resource for those desiring a continuing journey in Spiritual Formation. Contact the Covenant Resource Center for more information. (R,O, W)
Discipleship Encounters: Tips and themes for spiritual conversations and growth in the spiritual life. These materials, written by Jerry Reed, Milton B. Engebretson Associate Professor of Church Growth and Evangelism, North Park Theological Seminary, and his wife Nancy, Coordinator of Hispanic Church Relations for the Department of World Missions, have been translated from English into 14 other languages. For more information visit the Discipleship Encounters website or contact the Covenant Resource Center. (G, R)
Services & Seminars Offered
Teaching
to Transform: Changing Believers into Disciples. How does the teacher/leader
help to foster spiritual growth in adult learners, assisting them in understanding
the Christian formation journey as a lifelong journey of transformation?
This seminar is designed to help those who minister to adults understand
how adults learn, providing them with information and tools to assist
in transforming lives for Christ. Contact Debbie
Blue for more information. (G,R,O,W)
Invitation to Racial Righteousness.This experience will be brought to local churches at their request, and will be facilitated by trained Covenant leaders. The focus is on learning that leads to personal change in the area of racial reconciliation and justice. Our hope is that the Evangelical Covenant Church would become a truer reflection of the Kingdom of Christ in all its beautiful diversity. Contact Debbie Blue for more information. (R,O)
Companions in Christ - Leader Training. In cooperation with The Upper Room we will be sponsoring one- to three-day training opportunities that will equip individuals to be more effective small group leaders. Participants will learn to use a 28-week curriculum to teach spiritual disciplines as a means of Christian formation. The training will be held in a variety of locations across the United States. Contact Debbie Blue to learn more. (R)
"Habits of the Heart" Seminar (Offered by the Department of Church Growth and Evangelism): Leads adults toward the practice of those essential disciplines. We highly recommend this experience as a means of fostering growth toward Christ-likeness. To learn more, contact Debbie Blue or the department of Church Growth and Evangelism. (O,W)
Events
- G.R.O.W.
- Click Here for Debbie's "Top Picks" in Book Recommendations for Adult Ministry.