Fellowship Circles

Fellowship Circles are a program that started in Fall 2003. If you are interested in joining a circle, contact the UUFA office.

The Basics

  • Develop groups of 8-12 members
  • Fellowship Circles will be open groups, always welcoming to new members
  • There will be a facilitator and a co-facilitator in each group
  • Fellowship Circles will meet at the church or in homes once or twice a month for no more than 2 hours per session
  • There will be a consistent format of Opening/Sharing/Topic Discussion/Closing
  • Facilitators covenant to meet together with minister and one another monthly for ongoing leadership development, check-in, and mutual support.

Our Goals

  • Strengthen the relationships between members of the UUFA community
  • Provide a valuable opportunity for spiritual exploration and growth
  • Cultivate a sense of intimacy and community among our members and friends
  • Involve the UUFA people in significant mutual ministry and nurturance
  • Promote reflective adult conversation about substantial issues
  • Take responsibility for projects in the Fellowship and in the community

Some Sample Fellowship Circle Covenants

  • Be aware that it is a gift to hear and be heard
  • Maintain confidences within the group
  • There are no right answers, only possibilities of a person's life
  • Each person should have time to speak in the group
  • Determine your own comfort levels of trust and sharing, and respect decisions of others in this regard
  • Reflections and insights are appropriate responses, advice and arguments are not
last updated: January 4, 2008
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