Small Group Ministry Facilitator Training

Many people come to church looking for an opportunity for friendship and spiritual growth. Congregations have found that a strong Small Group Ministry (SGM) Program is an excellent way to address these pressing needs of both new and long-term members.
 
North Parish is pleased to host this specialized covenant group workshop tailored to the needs of aspiring and current group facilitators. Led by Rev. Dr. M’ellen Kennedy, topics will include the power and purpose of SGM; the essential components of a strong SGM program; developing shared leadership within a small group; dealing with group challenges, and developing your confidence as a facilitator.  There will be two actual group experiences focused on topics of concern for facilitators.
 
Rev. Dr. M’ellen Kennedy is a Small Group Ministry Consultant and co-founder of the SGM Network. She is a UU community minister and community psychologist who has been working with lay-led small groups for over 25 years.
 
To register, contact Carolyn Zimmer at 978-687-7948 (MembershipCoodinator [at] northparish [dot] org) or Rev. M’ellen Kennedy at 802-453-5469 (mellenken [at] aol [dot] com).