Synodality 101 - Conversations in the Spirit Workshops

Please note: this is a three-part series which will cover the same topics as when we have run it before. The series will take place in the afternoons of the 20th and 27th of January and 3rd February from 2 - 4pm (GMT) .

Please note that you only need to sign up once for access to the three sessions. The single Zoom link you will receive will work for the duration of the series.

The Synod process has emphasised the importance of listening and good conversations in our community life. However these are not always so easy in practice! This workshop series will introduce the principles of holding prayerful, truthful and safe conversations which value gracious listening and courageous speaking. It is suitable for all levels of experience including people who have not been involved in the Synod process so far.

Each week there will be an opportunity to experience a Conversation in the Spirit, helping to deepen our understanding of how this tool can be used to support us in talking and listening more effectively.

During the 3 weeks we will:

• Reflect on and experience synodality
• Look at the process of Conversation in the Spirit
• Draw lessons from Jesus' ministry on the underpinning attitudes and dispositions need for enabling Conversation in the Spirit
• Consider the role of the facilitator
• Give options for what to do if you do not have facilitators
• Unpack the experience of the Conversation in the Spirit process
• Notice the skills needed to support people in such conversations
• Experience prayer that builds on the principles of synodality
• Look at ways you might use what you are learning in your parish/group/setting

After attending these workshops, we hope you will feel equipped to use Conversations in the Spirit in your community.

There will be a follow-up session on Tuesday 24th March 3pm-4:30pm to give an opportunity for sharing experiences, insights and questions having had some time to apply the learning from the workshops.

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