Faith Stories is an eight week course , designed as a small group based journey to equip and encourage you in sharing your faith naturally through your friendship networks. The course was written by Duncan Macleod and Graham Beattie for the Pilgrim Learning Community, Queensland Synod, Uniting Church in Australia.
Settings
Small groups, large sessions
Styles of Learning
Video, Discussion, Reflection, Reading, Bible Study, Action
Number of sessions
8 sessions
Length of sessions
90 minutes to 2 hours
Aims
- Training in Faith Sharing
- Capacity to articulate the gospel in many ways
- Motivation without cringe, fear or pressure
- Integration of Scripture, personal experience and every day life
Theological Perspective
Broad, holistic
Age Group
Adult, young adult
Specific leadership requirements
-
Country of origin
Australia
Available in languages other than English
No
Resources provided
DVD – commentary by Peter Armstrong, Interviews with Australians about faith sharing
Photocopiable Participant’s Guide for Group Discussion included as PDF on DVD
Where to purchase
Mediacom Education and Publishing Adelaide
Vision Books, Brisbane
Cost
$100 for each DVD/Discussion Guide
Technology needed
DV Player/TV
Web site
www.faithstories.org.au
Support and Training
Duncan Macleod, co-writer, is available to lead workshops introducing the material, ranging from 1 – 2 hour workshops to whole day seminars. Contact Duncan at his office +61 7 3377 9809 or mobile +61 439 828 718. (duncanm at ucaqld.com.au)
Uniting Church Congregations using Faith Stories
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Content
- An Introduction to Faith Stories
- Why Share Faith?
- Relationships – The Key to Faith Sharing
- Relationship Skills – Listening & Dialogue
- Identifying the Divine Clues
- Connecting Stories with Friends
- Coaching for Faith Response
- Discipleship in Community
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