Adult Formation
Alive: The Spirit of God Transforming Lives
The promise of the gospel is that the Spirit of God dwells within us, yet we are also called to walk in the Spirit—pointing to a dynamic partnership between God’s Spirit and our willing cooperation. But what does it actually look like to walk with the Spirit in everyday life? In this community, we will explore how churches can equip adults to encounter the Holy Spirit through personal experience, growing understanding, participation in God’s mission, and shared discernment. Together, we will reflect on how to recognize and respond to the Spirit’s presence and leading.
COMMUNITY DETAILS
We are excited to have Rachel Howell and Steven Carrizal lead us through conversations regarding adult formation. Their work, both from a practical and theological perspective, will surely be a blessing to all who attend. Stay tuned for more details regarding the adult formation community at Summit where Steven and Rachel will facilitate a collaborative workshop among the ministry community.
Facilitators
Rachel Howell
RACHEL HOWELL
Rachel Howell is the Congregational Minister with the Palo Verde Church of Christ in Tucson, Arizona, as well as a spiritual director and writer (gooutinjoy.substack.com). Her ministry experience includes cross-cultural missions, campus ministry, adjunct teaching, church planting, and spiritual formation.
Steve Carrizal
STEVEN CARRIZAL
Steven Carrizal is Associate Minister at Altamesa Church of Christ in Fort Worth, Texas, having served there since 2010. He has been in full-time congregational ministry since 1991, also serving as youth minister in churches in Houston and Denton, Texas. He is a graduate of Abilene Christian University with an undergraduate degree in youth and family ministry and a graduate degree in Christian ministry. Steven is passionate about the spiritual growth of adults of all ages as they go along the journey as disciples of Jesus. He also enjoys his work through HOPE Network mentoring and coaching ministers and ministry teams. Steven and his wife Debbi have been married for over 30 years and have three children and two grandchildren.