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Winnowing

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Our shared life involves a process of ‘winnowing’ - a small group process, listening to scripture and each other guided by the Holy Spirit.
  • Read the Bible passage
  • Waiting and hold silence.
  • Read the Bible passage again.
  • Share together how God has spoken through the passage.
  • The space to question one another without 'telling' - Drawing from Appreciative Enquiry
For each Participant:
  • Each has 15 minutes uninterrupted to bring something to the group.
  • Then for the next 15 minutes the group can ask questions - Appreciative Enquiry
At any point other than the 15 minute 'bringing' participants can draw the group back to the Bible passage. Confidentiality is respected and agreed, suggested models are given.
  • Read the Bible Passage again.
  • Pray for one another.

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