Wisdom Circles are facilitated, covenant-based, intentional small-group conversations based on common themes that are connected to explorations in other areas of our community at FUUSD. These conversations are meant to create opportunities for faith formation, trust-building in community, and a deepened sense of larger issues related to Unitarian Universalism and our congregation. Facilitators are encouraged to attend the once-monthly facilitators' circle in addition to leading their own meeting (these have been held on the first Thursday of each month, but may change depending on the availability of the group). Each group will have between six and ten participants, and there are possible meeting times in-person and on Zoom throughout the month. All participants are encouraged to attend each monthly meeting for the church year (October-June) as trust is built by intentional, regular participation.
Wisdom Circle Registration 2022
Registration is open through September 2022, with groups beginning in October 2022. Please answer this survey to sign up as a facilitator or participant and be placed in a group that works for your availability!
Wisdom Circle Testimonials
“I have been part of a Wisdom Circle, with its many different names, for at least 15 years - pretty much when they were started ... Meeting once a month, is something I treasure, and the folk who are part of my Wisdom Circle are becoming good friends. This I like, and I feel the others do, too. We have a mutual bond, and enjoy recognizing each other in our various other meetings. We learn from each other, and have a better understanding of each other's lives ... I find my Wisdom Circle is a necessary part of my being, something to honor, and enjoy, and discuss with other people in other Wisdom Circles!” - Caroline Clark (Read More)
"I think the Wisdom Circles are an excellent way for members of the church to form new friendships, voice their views on important topics in a non-judgmental setting, and welcome newcomers to our church to UU principles.... I highly recommend joining a Wisdom Circle as an excellent way for new members to make friends in a little more intimate way than Social Hour on Sunday morning ... and for more settled members to enjoy an experience of focused conversation and even enlightenment. " |
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UUA's Small Group MinistryFor more information on the UUA's Small Group Ministry and Wisdom Circle programs visit smallgroupministry.net.
Did you know?Our Wisdom Circles were formerly called Spiritual Friendship Groups and Covenant Groups.
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