Churches & Ministry Leaders

Partner with families to explore and experiment with new models of Christian education

The Formed in Faith Project is designed to help ministry leaders connect with the families in their congregations, explore and experiment with new models of faith formation for parents and children, and build networks of support with churches and leaders around Spokane.

Connect Your Church with Formed in Faith Resources

Here are a few of the resources we provide to churches:

• Listening Sessions – Our team will help organize and fund a listening session with families in your church (including providing food and child care). If you would like to organize a listening session for your congregation, please reach out to Program Director Lauren Hunter at lhunter@whitworth.edu. Note: this is only available to Spokane-area churches.
• Events – We offer online and in-person events. Events are a mix of small- and large-format gatherings that provide opportunities for both parents and ministry leaders. 
• Children's Ministry Network Gatherings – This network of children's ministry leaders will gather for support, shared learning and worship. The gatherings are held in person and are open to any church leaders in the area. Fill out the interest form to be notified of these gatherings or email Lauren at lhunter@whitworth.edu for more info.
• Micro Grants – Coming soon! The OCE will take applications for small grants related to child and family faith formation. Grants are available to churches regardless of location.

If you have other thoughts or needs related to families and children's faith formation, please reach out to our team!