Character Formation in the Church Community

### Slide 4: Criteria for Evaluating Character Formation in the Church

- **Criterion 1:** Spiritual Depth and Theological Soundness

- **Criterion 2:** Inclusivity and Community Engagement

- **Criterion 3:** Practical Application and Life Integration

- **Criterion 4:** Leadership and Role Models

- **Criterion 5:** Support Systems and Mentorship

Explain the criteria for evaluating how a church community should facilitate the character formation of its members. Explanation of the evaluation criteria reflects an in-depth understanding of how a church community facilitates the character formation of its members.

### Slide 5: Overview of Your Church Community

- Brief description: size, denomination, location, mission statement.

- Introduction to key activities and programs.

Describe how the church community facilitates character formation through worship services and other means. Presentation clearly, thoroughly, and insightfully describes how the church community uses worship and other means to facilitate character formation.

### Slide 6: Worship Services as a Platform for Character Formation

- Describe how worship services (e.g., sermons, music, prayer) contribute to character formation.

- The role of liturgy and sacrament.

Evaluate the church community's facilitation of character formation according to the criteria that you presented, focusing on areas of strength and areas for improvement. Evaluation of the areas of strength and improvement for the church community facilitation of character formation is clear, thorough, and insightful.

### Slide 7: Community Engagement and Activities

- Consider small groups, fellowship events, community service, and outreach programs.

- Discuss how these activities promote ethical behavior and personal growth.

### Slide 8: Teaching and Preaching

- Role of pastoral teachings in shaping values and beliefs.

- Examples of sermon topics/series that focus on character.

### Slide 9: Mentorship and Discipleship Programs

- Description of formal and informal mentorship opportunities.

- The impact of intergenerational relationships and discipleship groups.

### Slide 10: Evaluation of Your Church Community's Practices

- **Strengths:** Areas where the church excels in character formation.

- **Examples and Testimonials:** Real-life examples or testimonials highlighting successful outcomes.

### Slide 11: Areas for Improvement

- Identify opportunities for growth and development in character formation practices.

- Address any gaps or challenges the church faces.

### Slide 12: Recommendations for Enhancing Character Formation

- Specific strategies or programs to enhance character development.

- Encouragement for the church to focus on continuous improvement.

### Slide 13: General Recommendations for Churches

- **Collaborative Engagement:** Foster partnerships with local and global communities.

- **Holistic Approach:** Balance intellectual, emotional, and spiritual growth.

- **Adaptive Methods:** Embrace technology and contemporary methods for outreach and education.

### Slide 14: Conclusion

- Recap the connection between church community, worship, and character formation.

- Reinforce the importance for churches to be intentional about character development.

### Slide 15: References

- Cite any sources, books, articles, or theological references used.

- Provide contact information or further reading materials if applicable.