Understanding Group Dynamics
This MINISTRY PAPER is designed to help you think about, and be aware of how groups function. Understanding Group Dynamics
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The Square + The Cross
This shape corresponds to the Response step. It asks you the questions: Where are you now? Where do you want to go? Similarly, the cross asks: where are you now with God? Where do you want to go with God? The Square and The Cross
The Pyramid
The pyramid shape represents the groups of people who surround us, from our family members to work colleagues or school friends, to people we go to church with to the doctors we see regularly. The pyramid represents who we are with in life. The Pyramid Ministry Paper
The Triangle
The triangle shape is the predominant shape associated with the C.U.R.E. step of Connect, but can be used across all steps. The triangle shows us the ideal foundation and formation of any relationship. The Triangle
The Circle
The shape of the circle relates to the Understanding step. The circles provide a depth gauge so you can see how deep a relationship is, or see how deep a group is, and perhaps to even see inside yourself more deeply. The Circle
How to Have Difficult Conversations
This paper is designed to help prepare for, and have difficult conversations in a loving way. How to Have Difficult Conversations
How to Have Effective Conversations
This paper is written to help you and your pastor think about effective conversations in marriage and family life. How to Have Effective Conversations
How to read the Old Testament
Reading the Old Testament can be daunting, as it can be hard to see the relevance of the text to our modern lives. However, when we look at the Old Testament through the lens of Jesus, the relevance immediately becomes apparent. This paper looks at how to read the Old …
How to Engage + Evaluate
An important step in the Christian Wholeness Framework is engaging other help – acknowledging the need for support from other members of the body of Christ. How to Engage + Evaluate