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
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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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