Small Group Ministry Institute

April 18, 2013

Monday, July 22 – Friday, July 26

Murray Grove Retreat and Renewal Center, Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734 Sponsored by the UU Small Group Ministry Network and the Central East Regional Group, UUA.

An Institute is a "working conference" designed for SGM enthusiasts from congregations of all sizes. Open to new and experienced program organizers, facilitators, ministers, religious educators, and other congregational leaders.

As participants, you will:

Learn about and practice Small Group Ministry through hands-on workshops, presentations, daily group sessions, worship, and networking
Explore the impact of Small Group Ministry/Covenant Groups in congregations
Build your facilitator skills, including problem resolution
Create and select effective sessions, including the use of art, music, and movement
Develop your capacity to build Small Group Ministry for specific audiences and congregational sizes
Refine your plan for Small Group Ministry/Covenant Groups specific to your setting

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS INSTITUTE:

Individuals and congregations offer presentations on aspects of Small Group Ministry
Focus on the expanding influence of Unitarian Universalist Small Group Ministry, including special ministries
Open evening sessions with congregations in the area
Options are available for Commuters

Lodging & Program Fee $400 Commuter rates: Monday and Friday, $35/day; Tuesday –Thursday $70/day Additional Open Evening Sessions: $30 dinner and program $25 discount for registration before May 1, 2013; $25 discount for UU SGM Network members Register online at https://www.formdesk.com/uuforms/SMBInstitute THE INSTITUTE AS A WORKING CONFERENCE! This institute brings a new level of Networking. The focus is on contributions from participants. Each congregation has a story to share. Each congregation is encouraged to contribute to the content of the Institute.