Peer learning groups meet monthly to provide opportunities for worship, spiritual growth, study, discussion of ministry-related issues and fellowship. Currently, there are 71 peer learning groups of 10-14 members. Special interest is given to ministers in their first seven years of ministry, ministers in rural settings and ministers in multi-staff congregations.
Each group is led by a convener who was trained during the Fellowship’s General Assembly. The convener and group members determine the focus of each month’s gathering. The Fellowship provides the groups with suggested resources related to promoting pastoral excellence and congregational health.
Peer learning groups are a component of the Fellowship's Inititative for Ministerial Excellence. Many of of the first groups that began meeting in August and September of 2003 are still meeting. New groups are being formed and additional members are welcome.
The networks are spread across three geographic regions. Regional coordinators include Valerie Burton, Bill Bruster, and Layne Smith.
East Region Peer Learning Groups (including ministers in VA, NC, SC, KY)
Central Region Peer Learning Groups (including ministers in TN, GA, AL, FL)
West Region Peer Learning Groups (including ministers in TX, OK, MO, IL, AR, KS)
For more information or to find a group in your area, contact Steve Graham
(770) 220-1675
sgraham@thefellowship.info
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