Know and Be Known: Small Groups That Nourish and Connect - Softcover

Collison, Brooke B.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1566993350 ISBN 13: 9781566993357

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, 2007

Synopsis

People yearn for a sense of belonging. Congregations become places of belonging when people find ways to make connections, form relationships, and share their personal stories. That's hard to do in the hasty comings and goings around the typical worship service. It's even hard to do in a choir, committee, or ministry group. In Know and Be Known, Brooke Collison looks at the element missing in most group dynamics today: intentionality about relationships. Counselor, educator, and long-time leader and participant in small groups, Collison knows the power of small groups to create meaningful bonds of friendship and support.

About this title

About the Author:

Brooke Collison holds a Ph.D. in counseling psychology and is Professor Emeritus at Oregon State University. He has extensive teaching, counseling, and writing experience and is a former president of the American Counseling Association.

Review:

This may not be the only small group resource available, but it is the only one you will need. Brooke Collison covers every aspect of small group life and provides valuable resources. While very practical, small group relationships come to life in powerful ways as Brooke weaves his own small group experience into the book. --Sue Joiner, Director of Called Back to the Well

A fresh look at the power of small groups from years of practical experience. Clearly written, this book is based on a deep understanding of how groups work and their great potential for experiential learning. An excellent resource for both new and experienced leaders. --Sam Criss, St. James Episcopal Church, Wichita, Kansas

About this edition

• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 1566993350
• ISBN 13: 9781566993357
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128