How does a congregation pick up the pieces after a pastor has left, disqualified himself, died, or created division? This is an immensely difficult topic and one that sadly happens far too often. Many times congregations don’t know what to do or even where to start. The emotional impact is so heavy that it is difficult to navigate the situation and leaders are inclined to just plow ahead (sometimes without even acknowledging what has happened). Sparrow and Heart Soul Care would love to provide a better way forward for your church.
In the aftermath of pastoral failure or loss it is extremely important to give space for churches to grieve and process the pain of their experience. We are equipped to help your church do that. Our Grieving Church workshop can provide guided reflection, facilitate meaningful processing, and help map a way forward towards healing and hope. Through teaching, guided conversations, and small group exercises your church can begin to walk through the pain of the recent past and plan for the future as a healthy church.
Here’s just a taste of what this workshop offers:
- Teaching: The Nature of Spiritual Wounds
- Guided Exercise: Reflection on Our Losses
- Group Activity: Naming the Emotions We Each Experience
- Teaching: Biblical Role of Lament in Healing
- Group Activity: Guided Prayer of Lament
- Teaching: The Presence of God in Absence
- Guided Exercise: Imagining Healing
If your church is reeling from the loss of a pastor or the experience of hurt and betrayal from a shepherd, then reach out and let an experienced team of counselors help your congregation process and move forward. We have already run this workshop for other churches successfully and would be honored to offer it to your church. The workshop can be tailored to your needs and can run as a half-day, full-day, or multi-day event. Contact us for pricing and more details: https://sparrowandheartsoulcare.com/contact/
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