Many clergy find reflective groups helpful and, by meeting together with colleagues, the experience can enhance their general wellbeing. The initiative to form such groups is to create safe, confidential spaces whereby clergy commit to meeting four times a year in a small group of up to six members, who will share and discuss issues arising from ministry. The group is not a place for formal, personal therapy, although sharing personal issues at times can be a healthy part of sharing and of relevance to overall self-care and flourishing ministry.
This group of collegial support is hoped to promote reflection on aspects of ministry and life that will, in turn, provide insight and clarity, less isolation in difficulty, and reduced stress and burn-out.
Becoming a member of a reflective group will:
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help you put time aside for you to focus on your ministry while looking after your emotional health and wellbeing.
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provide a safe space that will help you nurture support through relationships and develop your mind-set and self-awareness.
Members bring an aspect or experience of ministry to the group and with open questions and active listening, the presenter is able to reflect, learn and plan for future action and ministry.
Who to contact
If you would like to join a group or find out more information contact