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Seeking a Shepherd Education Curriculum

Adult Education

The search for a new bishop offers the Diocese of Oregon a unique opportunity to reflect on what it means to be a bishop in this time and place. The Seeking a Shepherd adult education curriculum is intended to equip delegates, and those who elect them, to make wise and informed decisions. It is an invitation for all to study, learn, and pray together about what we desire in a bishop, and to consider what issues might engage us and our new bishop in the future.

The curriculum is designed to be delivered in four sessions; however, each session is designed to stand alone.A leader's guide along with enrichment materials and resources are included for each session. The use of these materials will require additional preparation and discussion time, and is left to the discretion of the congregational leadership. In addition, inserts are provided for use in the Sunday bulletin. They may be used in any sequence at any time and might be helpful in encouraging conversation and attendance at the sessions.

 

Children's Sessions

Curriculum is also available in two session lessons for children ages 6 to 12 and may be adapted to suit individual parish settings. Download the Children's Sessions curriculum packet.

Bishop Search Selection Process

Download the Diocese of Oregon Bishop Search at a Glance pdf document and learn more about the Bishop Search selection process.