Ministry Modules

 

Ministry Modules offer an opportunity to engage in structured sessions on an aspect of family systems thinking that is applicable to ministry contexts.

The sessions are facilitated by Christian family systems practitioners and trainers, and aim to introduce core concepts and principles from Bowen Family Systems Theory that aim to increase awareness, thoughtfulness and maturity in relationships. Modules require pre-reading and will provide time for questions, discussion, and personal application.

Each Ministry Module consists of three online 1.5-hour reading and discussion groups. Cost per module is $135+GST or $420+GST to register for all four.

 

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER FOR FINAL MODULE IN 2024

MODULE 4 – BEING IN MINISTRY WITHOUT BURNING OUT

What happens when we broaden the lens to consider the systemic and relational factors that contribute to many ministry workers experiencing burnout? How can I effectively manage myself and last the distance in the face of ministry complexities and challenges?

This ministry module will use systems thinking to expand your understanding of the causes of burnout. Learning about your default behaviours in response to stress can provide a road map out of exhaustion into more thoughtful, sustainable ministry practices. It will demonstrate that developing a more defined ‘self’ in relationship systems is vital to sustainable ministry.

Time: TUESDAYS 11:30am-1pm

Dates: 12th November | 26th November | 10th December 

Facilitator: Anna Moss

Click here to register for the final 2024 Ministry Module!

These Ministry Modules can also be packaged up for ministry staff team training with a group of 6+. Send us an enquiry if you are interested in systems training for your team.

What do the Systems in Ministry programs offer?

1. Theory

Online modules provide an understanding of Bowen Family Systems Theory while guided reading introduce ministry-oriented literature to extend thinking about the ministry contexts.

2. Ministry Application

Supervision groups contribute a rich collaborative learning environment providing the opportunity to consider the application of theory to ministry situations with peers and faculty staff

3. Personal Development

Understanding yourself, your own functioning and your own relational habits creates a level of self-awareness that helps navigate some of the pastoral and personal dilemmas faced in ministry