Scope and Sequence Monthly Themes
	Month		Theme		Goal		Core Questions
	January		Knowing God		Explore what it means to know and be known by God		How do we know God? How does God interact with us?
	February March		Life of Jesus		Through the eyes of the Gospel writers, we follow Jesus to the cross, grave, and resurrection		How did Jesus live? What was the world’s response? What should my response be?
	April		The Church		Study the early church for clarity and insight on how to shape our own churches and our roles in them		How did the church form? What can we learn from its founders? What does their story say to me and my church?
	May		Bible Book Study		Study a particular book of the Bible, annually rotating the New and Old Testaments		What is the “larger picture” intended by this biblical writer? How is this book of the Bible relevant to me? How can I deepen my understanding of this book?
	June		Spiritual Disciplines		Help learners grow, mature, and act on their faith through prayer, Bible study, worship, etc		What Christian acts should be part of my daily routine?
	July		Missions		Explore the biblical basis for missions and encourage new mission opportunities as congregations prepare for fall planning.		What is missions? How can I be involved in missions? How can I act on my own mission? What is the biblical foundation of missions?
	August		Life Management		Provide learners with a way to evaluate priorities, calling, and discover God’s purpose in their lives.		How can I be a faithful steward of my time, money, and relationships? What pracical guidance does the Bible offer me for daily living?
	September		Old Testament Biography		Study the life and times of our most cherished biblical ancestors including Moses, David, and Joseph.		What is the larger story of this Old Testament person? How does their experience address my real life concerns and my commitment to follow God?
	October		Stewardship		Each year this study will alternate between personal and church stewardship as many churches face budget preparations		What does God provide? How can I share it? What is the balance of faith and practice? How do I give freely and be a good steward in my practical demands?
	November		Faith and Culture		Learners will consider the larger issues of our world		How is the world different today? What does the gospel call me to embrace and reject?
	December		Advent		These annual Gospel studies will celebrate the birth of our Lord by focusing on the Lectionary Scriptures for Advent and Christmas.		What does it mean that the “word became flesh”? How are the world and my life transformed by the birth of the Messiah?
	Why Scope & Sequence Is Important in Formations Scope and sequence is the organizing principle used to determine the Scripture, theme, and focus for individual sessions as well as units of study in Formations. It is helpful for church leaders, Sunday school teachers, and adult learners to know the breadth and balance of the lessons studied over time. The goal of Formations is to help adult believers develop their faith through a systematic and comprehensive study of the Bible in a manner relevant to their daily living. Formations helps adults recognize God's work in their lives and the world. The foundation for Formations Scope and Sequence is the Bible -- what we know God has done in the past. It explores the witness of our ancestors in faith, but it does not stop there, for God continues to speak to each believer through our calling and experience. As disciples of Jesus, our task is to learn from the Scripture, to listen for what God has to say to us, and to respond as God calls us. Our sequence of study guides learners toward understanding of and participation in the life of the church. Formations provides nourishment for spiritual growth and practice while deepening faith in God. Every year, learners will have the opportunity to survey and experience a variety of biblical and spiritual topics.