The Family Way
This workshop is designed to guide whole families in thinking about "being family," a phenomenon that we all too often take for granted. Participants will reflect on how their own family was formed and what some of its unique characteristics are; will look at some common family problems, and consider how those problems may relate to their own situations; will envision their own family functioning in an ideal way and affirm their potential to grow toward that vision; and, will celebrate the good things of family life.The Family Way is a three session workshop with each session planned for ninety minutes. In a local church this workshop might run for three Sunday afternoons or evenings, perhaps with a potluck lunch or supper before or after. Or, it might be scheduled as a whole Saturday program with one session in the morning and two in the afternoon, separated by a stretch of free time.
To be most effective, whole family units should be involved. Although children younger than five or six cannot participate fully in some of the planned activities, their presence still is an important element. An area should be provided with art materials and quiet toys for their enjoyment when they are not actively involved in what the rest of the group is doing.
Last updated on Friday, March 2, 2007.
