Small Group Ministry

​In a large congregation like ours and during these times, it can be difficult to find ways to dive deeper into our spiritual beings or to create stronger, more resonant roots in our community. Our Small Group Ministries provide the opportunity to accomplish both these objectives. Announcements and invitations to register for new Small Group Ministries are offered at the beginning of the church year.

SGM groups are comprised of 6 to 8 people who meet for 90 minutes once or twice each month for spiritual discussion and conversations about issues relevant to all of us as human beings. 

Each group is guided by a trained facilitator. Discussion topics come from a number of sources, including ideas from group participants.

Past topics include

• Gratitude, Forgiveness

• God as a Metaphor

• Science and Religion

• Belonging

• Prayer and Meditation

• Service

• Hope

Sessions start with a check-in, and we then share our feelings about the topic using the provided prompts to help us organize our thoughts. As each person speaks, we will listen compassionately without comment. After everyone has had the opportunity to speak, we have a more open, free-flowing discussion about the topic and other issues raised by the individual's sharing. 

Groups also develop their own rituals and routines, which may include candle-lighting, readings, shared facilitation, and more. Participants are asked to commit to attending all sessions if possible.​