7 SEVEN STEPS TO EFFECTIVE

FACILITATION

LIFE GROUP BIBLE STUDY

Learnapplying Biblical truth for everyday living

Invitewelcoming others to our fellowship

Fellowshipnurturing Christ centered caring relationships

Evangelizereaching others with the hope of Christ

IWC

1. Making everyone feel valued2. Encouraging participation3. Listening and observing 4. Guiding the group 5. Facilitating Discussions & Decisions 6. Ensuring Positive Outcome7. Adjourning on a positive note

THE SEVEN STEPS

MAKE EVERYONE FEEL COMFORTABLE & VALUED

Get to know the participants Formally start the meeting &

welcome everyone officially Give precise instructions &

announcements Review Previous Session just to

dovetail Set the tone and pace Consider an icebreaker Use body language Thank participants for joining the

study

1

ENCOURAGE PARTICIPATION

Listen for unfamiliar terms. Restate the issue/question before a

decision. Use open-ended questions Use visual aids where necessary Encourage Silent members to

participate

Consult the group

2

Listen actively Do not make assumptions Check for understanding Rephrase the responses of the participants Be specific in describing what you

observe. Describe or probe the impact of what you

observe. Summarize often Write it down / make notes

LISTEN AND OBSERVE

3

Keep the group on task Challenge their assumption Encourage them to go beyond

(creative tension) Instill the concept of Effectiveness Instill the concept of Initiative Help the group set priorities and

decide which remaining agenda items to address in the time remaining.

GUIDE THE GROUP

4

Keep the group on task Assess the group’s concentration

and engagement Clarify confusing discussions Provide feedback to the group Enforce ground rules

FACILITATING DISCUSSIONS & DECISIONS

5

Check your personal biases Ask for and summarize

suggestions Point out consensus Point out similarities between

members’ statements Use conflict to improve decisions

ENSURING POSITIVE OUTCOME

6

Thank members for their perseverance and hard work

Remind participants of discussion that received strong support

Small talk with participants

ADJOURN ON A POSITIVE NOTE

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