A132 Establishing an Online Hub for Continuing Formation and Ministry Resources
The Standing Commission on Formation, the Task for on Formation and Ministry of the Baptized, and the Task Force on Theological Networking have served as short-term solutions for ongoing denominational-level work within The Episcopal Church; and despite the passing of legislation in previous General Conventions, funding has not been allocated for the implementation of these crucial tasks, hindering progress and development; and there is a pressing need for a sustainable and accessible platform that provides vetted resources for leaders to adapt within their unique contexts, fostering ongoing formation and ministry development. An online hub curated by subject-area experts would uplift diverse voices from across The Episcopal Church and the Anglican Communion, offering leaders a centralized starting point for their spiritual discernment, leadership development, and ordination preparation; and would network the resources currently available but often siloed in such entities and individuals as the Department of Faith Formation, Episcopal Camps and Conference Centers, Association of Episcopal Deacons, Young Adult Campus Ministers, Young Adult Service Corps, Episcopal Service Corps, FORMA, Schools for Ministry, Education for Ministry, and Seminaries.
Explanation
The Standing Commission on Formation, the Task for on Formation and Ministry of the Baptized, and the Task Force on Theological Networking have served as short-term solutions for ongoing denominational-level work within The Episcopal Church; and despite the passing of legislation in previous General Conventions, funding has not been allocated for the implementation of these crucial tasks, hindering progress and development; and there is a pressing need for a sustainable and accessible platform that provides vetted resources for leaders to adapt within their unique contexts, fostering ongoing formation and ministry development. An online hub curated by subject-area experts would uplift diverse voices from across The Episcopal Church and the Anglican Communion, offering leaders a centralized starting point for their spiritual discernment, leadership development, and ordination preparation; and would network the resources currently available but often siloed in such entities and individuals as the Department of Faith Formation, Episcopal Camps and Conference Centers, Association of Episcopal Deacons, Young Adult Campus Ministers, Young Adult Service Corps, Episcopal Service Corps, FORMA, Schools for Ministry, Education for Ministry, and Seminaries.