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BeFriender Ministry Training

BeFriender Ministry Training Program Workshop

February 8-11, 2010
First Lutheran Church, Fargo (external link)

BeFriender Ministry, a listening ministry of lay pastoral care, is rooted in one’s Christian baptismal call to ministry. Lay ministers embody the caring presence of God and the faith community. Principles of BeFriender Ministry include:

  1. Active listening
  2. Non-judgmental presence
  3. Caring, not curing
  4. God is always present

The “Foundations for BeFriender Ministry” training program for leaders will be offered February 8-11, 2010 at First Lutheran Church, Fargo. The workshop will equip leaders who want to implement and maintain BeFriender Ministry in their church. The sessions run from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm each day. Morning and afternoon snacks are provided; lunches are not provided.

You may register online (external link) or by phone toll free at 1-866-468-8708; For more information about the workshop see the BeFriender Minsitry’s website (external link))

Cost

First person from congregation – $699;
additional attendees from the same congregation – $549

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