CORE Training in South Carolina

Registration Information

Registration starts 6/15/26 and ends 8/15/26

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About this CORE Training:

Join us for an intensive 18-hour spiritual growth experience designed to equip participants as  Godly Play  leaders. This hands-on training combines discovery learning with practical skill development in an atmosphere of prayer and play.

What You'll Experience:

• A full Godly Play session as an adult participant

• Practice presenting Sacred Stories, Parables, and Liturgical Action lessons

• Three major presentations on the Spirituality of Children, Sacred Space & Environment, and Supporting the Community of Children

• Small group work and personal reflection time

• The art of "wondering" with biblical stories

Who Should Attend:

• Those wanting to become fluent in Godly Play practice

• New and experienced volunteers seeking deeper understanding

• Program coordinators and religious education directors

• Anyone interested in children's spirituality and narrative-based faith formation

Training Approach: Following the same principles used with children, this training emphasizes experiential learning, community building, and creating sacred space. Participants will present stories and receive supportive feedback in a circle of fellow learners.

No prior Godly Play experience required, though some familiarity is helpful. Come prepared for a transformative journey into the heart of how children encounter God through story, wonder, and play.

Required reading:  Teaching Godly Play: How to Mentor the Spiritual Development of Children 

Schedule:

Wednesday: 5-9pm (dinner included) Thursday: 8:30am-6pm (lunch included) Friday: 8:30am-6pm (lunch included)