Connections

This session is the second of four introductory sessions for a Small Group. Members are encouraged to think about the importance of connections in their lives, to consider how each of us forms connections, and to explore what connects or prevents us from connecting with others.

We designed this series of introductory to be used in the following order: First Steps, Connections, Spiritual Histories, and Dreams and the Future.

Member Preparation

In preparation for this session, take some time to think about the importance of connections in your life.

These questions provide ways you may want to approach this topic. Remember to focus on just one or two of the questions, if you choose to use them, as this will allow you to explore the topic in more depth.

  • What connections exist in my life now?
  • How do I form connections?
  • In what way do I want to increase, alter, broaden the connections in my life?
  • What connects us to one another?  What prevents connection

Further Exploration

  • “Spiritual Practices: Connections,” Spirituality and Practice website
  • Connect: 12 Vital Ties that Open Your Heart, Lengthen Your Life, and Deepen Your Soul. Edward M. Hallowell (Pantheon, 1999)
  • Living Affinity: Nurturing the Environment, Our Relationships and the Life of the Spirit. Hsing Yun (Lantern Books, 2004)