Much has been written about the practice of one-ti-one spiritual directions, but much less about small group communities that offer in-depth mutual spiritual support and guidance to its members. But small groups are most likely the more usual setting for spiritual companionship and have strong biblical, theological and historical foundation in the Christian tradition.

This book offers a detailed presentation of ten small group models, plus guidance in group leadership dynamics. It also presents material related to group retreat work, spiritual guidance with organizations and peer supervision/consultation model for supporting leaders of spiritual companionship groups and retreats.

Church leaders, spiritual directors and educators are looking for the kinds of resources this book provides to assist them in understanding and leading groups and retreats.

About the Author
Daniel L. Prechtel is a spiritual director, educator, church consultant, retreat leader, and priest in the Episcopal Church who draws on more than 30 years of experience in spiritual guidance. His previous book, Where Two or Three are Gathered: Spiritual Direction for Small Groups, has been widely received for its contributions to the field of spirituality and spiritual guidance. He is founder of Lamb & Lion Spiritual Guidance Ministries and teaches at the Center for Anglican Learning and Leadership (CALL) at Church Divinity School of the Pacific in Berkeley, California, and at The Chaplaincy Institute. He has a DMin in Anglican Ministries from Seabury-Western Theological Seminary.

Reviews

"This book is not for the person looking for an easy resource to plan a retreat or small group study. It is designed for Church leaders, spiritual directors and educators who are looking for assistance in understanding and leading groups and retreats."
-Dorothy S. Linthicum, Episcopal Teacher

Book Information
ISBN 9780819227720
Author Daniel L. Prechtel
Format Paperback
Page Count 208
Imprint Morehouse Publishing
Publisher Church Publishing Inc