SFO Formation Manual

1. Chapter 1
   1. Human, Christian, and Franciscan Aspects of Person
   2. Persons Responsible for Formation
   3. Characteristics of the Formation Process
   4. New Glance @the Formation Process - 3 Components
   5. Overview of Phases of Formation
   6. Four-Part Series on Formation
   7. Reflection Questions for Formators
2. Chapter 2
   1. Adult Learners (Andragogy)
   2. Optimal Adult Learning Conditions
   3. Engaging Learners
   4. Movements of Shared Christian Praxis
   5. How to Ask the Proper Question
   6. Personality Types and Formation
3. Chapter 3
   1. Orientation Phase of Initial Formation
   2. Inquiry Phase of Initial Formation
   3. Candidacy Phase of Initial Formation
   4. Interview Guide for Prospective Members
   5. Signs of presence of vocation to the SFO
   6. Signs of absence of vocation to the SFO (included in previous link content)
   7. Sponsors in the formation process
4. Chapter 4
   1. Regional Guidelines for Newly Professed
   2. Method of Formation for the Newly Professed (one among others)
   3. Ongoing Formation
   4. Possible Ongoing Formation Topics
5. Chapter 5
   1. Structure of the SFO
   2. Altius Moderamen (Canon 303)
   3. Franciscan Servant Leadership Overview
   4. Checklist for SFO Resources
   5. Rotating Initial Formation
   6. Lectio Divina (Sacred Reading)
   7. Post Formation Blahs Suggestions