Trinity College Queensland recently hosted the final professional development session with The Lakes College Faith and Values Educators on Thursday, 16 October.
The session focused on Adolescent Formation: Shaping the spiritual foundations of a new generation—exploring how personal storytelling can serve as a bridge to understanding God’s ‘big story’ in the Bible.
Acting Principal Scott Downman shared that the day aimed to provide a framework for encouraging young people to dream boldly and grow in faith.
“Adolescent formation is not just about following a program,” Scott said.
“It’s about creating a Christ-centred culture that is integrated into all facets of the learning experience.”
Throughout the day, the Faith and Values Educators were encouraged to reflect on their own stories and consider the ways personal experiences of faith can shape their teaching practice. Participants were also invited to share reflections on a teacher who had made a lasting difference in their lives—highlighting how meaningful relationships can help inspire faith and purpose in young people.
This professional development session marked the conclusion of an ongoing partnership between Trinity College Queensland and The Lakes College, which has included previous sessions on the CHAT (Cultural, Hearing, Asking, Telling) Project and Christian Worldview.
Together, these sessions have provided opportunities for educators to strengthen their theological understanding, integrate faith into learning environments, and nurture a holistic approach to spiritual formation in schools.
