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title: Encountering Jesus in the 6–8 Classroom
description: Join our interactive workshop to explore how the Word of Life program engages middle school students in faith formation and deepens their relationship with Jesus.
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## *Encountering Jesus in the 6–8 Classroom*

Thursday, November 12th, 2026

12:00pm CT

Contact [Kelly Nelson](mailto:kelly.nelson@augustineinstitute.org) for more information

[Register Now](https://events.augustineinstitute.org/encountering-jesus-in-the-6-8-classroom-11/12/26#Register)

### Join Us to Explore:

\- How the Word of Life program helps children in grades 6-8 encounter Jesus through Scripture, prayer, and faith formation.

\- Best practices for engaging middle school students in authentic, faith-filled participation using Word of Life.

\- Meaningful ways to strengthen your religious formation lessons and create opportunities for children to grow in their relationship with Christ.

[Register Now](https://events.augustineinstitute.org/encountering-jesus-in-the-6-8-classroom-11/12/26#Register)

### Come Ready to Participate

This is an interactive workshop! Please be ready to introduce yourself, participate, and use your microphone and camera. Workshops are not recorded.

 

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### Facilitator:

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**Kelly Nelson**

 

 Kelly is an Implementation Specialist for the Augustine Institute. She provides support for pastors, parish staff, ministry leaders, principals, and teachers in utilizing Augustine Institute content to craft solutions to their ministry challenges. 

**Register Below for: Encountering Jesus in the 6–8 Classroom**

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