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Formation

The purpose of the Christian Formation office and the Commission on Christian Formation is to serve as a resource to congregations in Making, Equipping and Sending Mature Disciples of Christ. Explore the pages listed to get to know our formation ministries, sign up as a volunteer, and get connected!

For more information, contact Katelyn Kenney.

Upcoming Events

Cursillo #145

28Sep
Thursday, Sep 28, 2023, 5:00 PM
Staff Application Lay Rector: Duvy Spruill
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Converge 2023

Converge 2023

21Oct
Saturday, Oct 21, 2023, 11:00 AM
Converge is an overnight lock-in for students in grades 6-8. Our diocesan youth ministry mission statement begins with "[knowing] the love of Christ," and Converge is the place for youth exploring the idea of following Jesus to do just that. Con...
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Happening #89

Happening #89

17Nov
Friday, Nov 17, 2023, 5:30 PM
For information about the Happening program, click here . Lay Rector: Smith T. (St. John's, Columbia) Big Sibling: Maggie Mallette (St. John's, Columbia) Staff Application Candidate Registration coming soon. Candidate Registration clos...
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Formation News

Reflection on Cursillo #144

My journey as lay rector for Cursillo #144 began long before we actually gathered together as a group at Camp Gravatt. I spent hours in the planning stages both at home and along side my wonderful staff. When the candidates began to arrive for th...
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Formation Resources

Explore the tabs below to find resource suggestions and formation tools for all age groups.

If you have a resource you would like us to include, contact Katelyn Kenney.

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Children's and Youth Formation

The Diocese of Upper South Carolina seeks "To Know, Grow, and Sow the Love of Christ" among youth through events offered for young people in grades 5-12. Diocesan events are held in various locations and are open to all youth and their friends.

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Young Adults & Campus Ministry

The Episcopal Diocese of Upper South Carolina is committed to forming disciples in all stages of life. Explore some of our offerings for college students and young professionals below.

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Adult Formation

Resources and groups focused on formation for adults.

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Diocesan Calendar

Saturday, 6/17 at 9:30 AM
Diocesan Executive Council - Second Quarter Meeting
Saturday, 6/17 at 1:00 PM
EDUSC Standing Committee - Second Quarter Meeting
Friday, 7/14 at 9:00 AM
Commission on the Diocese Regular Meeting
Saturday, 7/15 at 10:00 AM
Commission on Ministry Regular Meeting
Sunday, 8/27 at 2:00 PM
Piedmont Convocation Meeting
Thursday, 8/31 at 2:00 PM
Diocesan Executive Committee
Saturday, 9/9 at 9:30 AM
Diocesan Executive Council
Saturday, 9/16 at 10:00 AM
Discernment of Call Interviews

Diocesan Executive Council - Second Quarter Meeting

Saturday, June 17, 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM



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EDUSC Standing Committee - Second Quarter Meeting

Saturday, June 17, 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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Commission on the Diocese Regular Meeting

Friday, July 14, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM



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Commission on Ministry Regular Meeting

Saturday, July 15, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM



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Piedmont Convocation Meeting

Sunday, August 27, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM



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Diocesan Executive Committee

Thursday, August 31, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM



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Diocesan Executive Council

Saturday, September 9, 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM



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Discernment of Call Interviews

Saturday, September 16, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM



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Episcopal Diocese of
Upper South Carolina

1115 Marion Street
Columbia, SC 29201

Tel: (803) 771-7800

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This section includes the Bishop's Visitation schedule, Confirmation guidelines, Cycles of Prayer and other resources.

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