Christ Community Church of the South Hills

Spiritual Formation

Going Deeper Resources

Our spiritual formation team is committed to coming alongside individuals and groups to help make connections to resources and relationships that fuel growth in loving God completely, loving ourselves correctly and loving others compassionately. We also encourage and guide individuals in developing a written way of life. For more information, please contact Marlaena Cochran, our Director of Spiritual Formation.

Five Ways of Being the People of God - document including Scripture, descriptions and reflections

Audio Messages: visit Thinking Out Loud

Five Ways of Being the People of God
    Be Accepting – January 14, 2007
    Be Hospitable – January 21, 2007
    Be Encouraging – January 28, 2007
    Be Forgiving – February 4, 2007
    Be Loving – February 11, 2007
    Review – February 18, 2007

Practices in the Way of Jesus
    The Way of Jesus – March 5, 2006
    Scripture – March 12, 2006
    Prayer – March 19, 2006
    Rhythm (Work and Rest) – March 26, 2006
    Service – April 23, 2006
    Compassion – April 30, 2006
    Sabbath Rest – August 26, 2007

Books and Other Resources

Invitation to Solitude and Silence: Experiencing God's Transforming Presence
Sacred Rhythms: Arranging Our Lives for Spiritual Transformation
    by Ruth Haley Barton

Sacred Companions: The Gift of Spiritual Friendship & Direction
    by David G. Benner

How People Grow: What the Bible Reveals About Personal Growth
    by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend

The Jesus Creed: Loving God, Loving Others
    by Scott McKnight

Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: Unleash a Revolution in Your Life in Christ
    by Peter Scazzero

Soul Feast: An Invitation to the Christian Spiritual Life
    by Marjorie J. Thompson

Celtic Daily Prayer: Prayers and Readings from the Northumbria Community
(also visit Daily Office Online)