how not to be afraid

June 17, 2021

Shine a light on the stories we tell about ourselves, and our faith.

Why do we worship?

July 9, 2020

Fiona Hammond

So here’s a great question for those of us who can meet as Anglican communities once again. What is worship? Why do we do it? What was it that I got out of bed for on a Sunday again?

The new SFC Short Course: Understanding Worship, explores six themes related to these questions, and 1.3 asks the big question: Why do we worship? Check out what Bishop Jeremy Greaves and Reverend Penelope Jones have to say, and then perhaps take this question into your week: ‘When people say they didn’t find God in worship it’s often not about an absence of God, but an absence of themselves’. https://www.stfran.qld.edu.au/1-what-is-worship

Strengthening Faith and Worship Online

April 24, 2020

Imagine an open workshop at which people can share their stories and questions about how to grow faith online. It would include discussion around online streaming, recording services, sermons and kids talks, online bible study groups and resources, and whatever questions are brought to the group. Well it’s here!

InterGenerate Australia Conference NOW ON-LINE!

April 24, 2020

There’s no doubt that the consensus in worship theology at the moment is that intergenerational approaches to church are the best path to thriving churches in the future. In a brilliant initiative, no matter where you are located, you will now be able to…

#LiveLent 2020

February 20, 2020

#LiveLent: Care for God’s Creation is the Church of England's Lent Campaign for 2020. With weekly themes shaped around the first Genesis account of creation, it explores the urgent need for humans to value and protect the abundance God has created.

Q&A about life’s big issues

November 27, 2019

Jump into the SFC Short Courses in your own way, in your own time. Thought provoking and stimulating conversations just waiting for your input!

Animals along for the Advent journey

November 27, 2019

Animals feature in this wonderful Advent resource for children. Useful for home or Sunday School or small groups.

Reflection and inspiration for Advent

November 27, 2019

Connect with excellent resources for study and reflection through Advent.

Kids heart sacred moments

May 9, 2019

Creating sacred spaces and time to use them can seem impossible in a busy life. Check out this little book full of wonderful, easy ideas for just that purpose.

“So what’s Anglican mean?”

March 15, 2019

You’re at a barbeque and conversation with some new friends takes an interesting turn. You mention you went to church that morning, an Anglican one in fact. The next question? “So what’s Anglican mean?”

And you’d say…?

Got 2 Minutes?

March 15, 2019

The next St Francis College Short Course is taking shape: Facing Deep Questions! In order to work out what big questions we’ll explore, we’ve set up a short poll for you to spend two minutes with. Please take a moment or two to vote on the questions you’d like answered.

Late for Lent?

March 15, 2019

If you’re late for Lent this year, here’s one more resource that is free and will enable you to work through Lent and beyond.

Praying with your phone...wait, what!?

March 15, 2019

What if there were ways to pray that could fit into your daily/weekly routine without meaning that you had to drop something else. In fact, what if you could make use of time you already have to pray?

The 360 Project: news and stuff

February 15, 2019

Parishes and agencies in the Anglican Diocese Southern Queensland can book in now for the wonders of the 360 Project, delivered to you in your place! Just book a seminar, round up at least 10 people and Jonathan and/or Fiona will head to anywhere in the diocese to facilitate your choice.

Coming Soon - Being Anglican, an SFC Short Course

February 14, 2019

It’s only weeks away, a new St Francis College Short Course called Being Anglican.

Watch the teaser video here.

See Archbishop Phillip as he uses his wonderful teaching skills to unpack the distinctiveness of Anglican Christianity: the Middle Way through Scripture, Tradition and Reason.

Lent on your phone

February 14, 2019

Into the Desert is a great app for your smart phone from ABM. Useful at any time of year, this app especially comes into its own during Lent.

Coming this year ... excitement!

January 11, 2019

Obviously flying cars as in The Jetsons and Blade Runner should be with us this year but before we see those, we here at FormedFaith are working on some other exciting projects.

Our Church's Future...

January 11, 2019

Dr Stephen Harrison is bringing a tireless energy and laser-sharp focus to the PMC which we here at FormedFaith are really excited about. Back at his commissioning, Dr Harrison delivered his manifesto for the future of our Church. As is typical of Stephen, it was to the point and an inspirational read.

Free video course: What Matters About Jesus

October 3, 2018

Imagine a locally-produced six-episode course with videos featuring faith experts and discussion questions designed to be used by you on your own or with a group. And it’s free! Click here to find out more…

Watch the NAIDOC Week women's Panel

July 12, 2018

At the beginning of July, St Francis College hosted an awesome event as a way of focusing us all on NAIDOC week for 2018. Following the theme of "Because of her, we can", a group of brilliant women talked about those who have truly inspired them to work towards reconciliation and peace for all.