Small Group Ministry
Small Group Ministry
Small Group Ministry at All Souls
Supporting and Nurturing One Another on our Spiritual Journeys
Small Group Ministry (SGM) is a way to connect with others in our congregation who wish to explore their values and ideas of spirituality in a small group setting. The group size is typically between 6 and 12 members, led by a trained facilitator. Meetings occur once or twice a month for 90 minutes and are usually held at All Souls. Groups typically meet for a total of 8 sessions, and participants are asked to commit to making attendance a high priority. As we deepen our connections to each other we are better able to care for and support each other—to minister to each other. It’s a wonderful way to get to know people from our congregation in a deeper and more meaningful way.
What Happens at a Small Group Ministry Gathering?
The gathering begins with a chalice lighting and opening reading. We restate for ourselves the purpose of our gathering, which is to build connections and talk about what deeply matters. Then each member of the group is given the chance to “check-in”, sharing for a minute or two how things are going for them, spiritual or physical cares or concerns. After that we review our group covenant and begin our sharing on the topic for the day, with guiding questions to focus our sharing. Each person takes a few minutes to reflect on their personal experiences related to the topic, without interruption or commenting from any other group members. If there is time at the end of our sharing we open up the time for discussion. We end our time together with a check-out and a closing reading. It is really a wonderful way to spend 90 minutes, reflecting and listening to each other. If you are interested in joining a group there is a space for you.
Joining a Group
Are you interested in joining a Small Group Ministry group?
There is a space for you! Look for the signup sheet on the Welcome Table.
Possible days and times that groups will be meeting for the 2011-2012 year are as follows:
Tuesday 1:00 - 2:30 afternoon
Tuesday 6:00 - 7:30 evening
Wednesday 1:00 - 2:30 (childcare anticipated) afternoon
Thursday 12:30 - 2:00 afternoon
Thursday 5:30 - 7:00 Young Adults Group, ages 18-35, childcare anticipated
Contact Information
For more information please contact Lynn Tavormina at bltavo(at)ct(dot)metrocast(dot)net, or pick up a pamphlet at the Welcome Table in Unity Hall.