Soul-Shaping Small Groups
by Kim V. Engelmann | Book Summary
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Author: Kim V. Engelmann
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How small groups are done impacts how effective they are. Helping facilitators and groups to experience Christ in meaningful ways can be a normal part of the small group experience, especially when practices are engaged that help to bring spiritual intimacy and vitality. It is possible to bring together Bible study, prayer, ministry, and joy instead of sealing groups into various compartments. Contemplative practices, specific exercises, and compassionate encouragement can all contribute to more effective and enjoyable small groups. Christianity is more than doctrines to be learned or ethical codes to be followed. Christianity means experiencing the risen Christ personally, with one another in community, and demonstrated to the world. Exploring new paths and ancient ones can help foster a dynamic new approach to small group ministry. |
Kim V. Engelmann serves the West Valley Presbyterian Church in Cupertino, California, as senior pastor. Before coming to West Valley she served in a number of churches including pastor of caring ministries at Menlo Park Presbyterian Church in Menlo Park, California, and as associate pastor for First Congregational Church in Redwood City, California, Trinitarian Congregational Church in North Andover, Massachusetts, and The Federated Church of Ashland, Massachusetts.
Her books include: Seeing Jesus, Running in Circles, and three volumes that make up The Joona Trilogy. She also writes the Conversation Guide in the journal, Conversations.
Her education includes a BA in Sociology from Barnard College, Columbia University; an MDiv from Princeton Seminary; and a DMin in Pastoral Care from Boston University.
Union With Christ
by Kim V. Engelmann
[ Book Summary ]
| Author | Kim V. Engelmann |
| Publisher | InterVarsity |
| Date | 2010 |
| Pages | 128 |
Overview:
Church leaders and most believers recognize the importance of small groups in fostering spiritual growth. However, many groups underperform, becoming perfunctory and rote, even boring at times.
How small groups are done impacts how effective they are. Helping facilitators and groups to experience Christ in meaningful ways can be a normal part of the small group experience, especially when practices are engaged that help to bring spiritual intimacy and vitality.
It is possible to bring together Bible study, prayer, ministry, and joy instead of sealing groups into various compartments. Contemplative practices, specific exercises, and compassionate encouragement can all contribute to more effective and enjoyable small groups.
Christianity is more than doctrines to be learned or ethical codes to be followed. Christianity means experiencing the risen Christ personally, with one another in community, and demonstrated to the world. Exploring new paths and ancient ones can help foster a dynamic new approach to small group ministry.
Kim V. Engelmann serves the West Valley Presbyterian Church in Cupertino, California, as senior pastor. Before coming to West Valley she served in a number of churches including pastor of caring ministries at Menlo Park Presbyterian Church in Menlo Park, California, and as associate pastor for First Congregational Church in Redwood City, California, Trinitarian Congregational Church in North Andover, Massachusetts, and The Federated Church of Ashland, Massachusetts.
Her books include: Seeing Jesus, Running in Circles, and three volumes that make up The Joona Trilogy. She also writes the Conversation Guide in the journal, Conversations.
Her education includes a BA in Sociology from Barnard College, Columbia University; an MDiv from Princeton Seminary; and a DMin in Pastoral Care from Boston University.