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A Quiet Pentecost: Inviting the Spirit into Congregational Life The Power of Spiritual Formation in Small Groups Dwight Judy Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary

Definition and Rules of the Methodist Societies “Such a society is no other than ‘a company of [people] having the form and seeking the power of godliness, united in order to pray together, to receive the word of exhortation, and to watch over one another in love, that they may help each other to work out their salvation.’” Avoid evil Do good Attend upon Ordinances of the Church

Spiritual formation is the process of becoming more like Jesus Christ for the sake of others. -- Robert Mulholland

Rule of Life Marjorie Thompson, Soul Feast A rule of life is a pattern of spiritual disciplines that provides structure and direction for growth in holiness.

Group Accountability and Growth in the Spirit Leaven in the Bread of the Body of Christ Small group experience with lectio divina Faith sharing group Contemplative Prayer classes

Small Group Resources Companions in Christ series (Upper Room) Many 8-12 week studies 28 week study The Way of the Child The Way of Pilgrimage

Small Group Resources Covenant Discipleship – Steven Manskar; David Lowes Watson & Gayle Turner Watson

Small Group Resources Spiritual Formation Workbook – Renovaré series Evangelical – Word Centered Charismatic – Spirit Centered Social Justice Contemplative Holiness – development of inner being Incarnational/Eucharistic living

Small Group Resources Where Two or Three are Gathered: Spiritual Direction for Small Groups – Dan Prechtel

Small Group Resources Soul Feast: An Invitation to the Christian Spiritual Life – Marjorie Thompson

Leaven for the Bread of Life Spiritual formation focus provides “leaven” for the congregation Contemplative study group A congregation of soul friends Teaching all lay leadership spiritual disciplines Allowing Jesus to Lead Us

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