Workshop description

Who attends

A team of leaders (2-5 people) from your setting attends the workshop. The leadership team includes clergy and/or at least one paid staff person, as well as one or more lay volunteers.

New program leaders for existing BeFriender Ministry programs also attend this workshop.

Where and when

“Foundations” is offered 3-4 times each year in the Saint Paul-Minneapolis area. It also is offered in several cities throughout the U.S. each year. The calendar lists currently-scheduled workshops. Check the calendar periodically to see newly-scheduled workshops.

Cost

Workshop fees are listed on the calendar. The fee includes:

  •  four days of training

  •  a full set of materials--everything needed to lead the ministry ($120 value)

Discounts are available for early registration, multiple registrants, and for already-active programs. Please note that fees and discounts are subject to change.

Length

The 4-day workshop begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 5:00 p.m. each day unless otherwise noted.

Learning objectives

Through case studies, role-play scenarios, small group discussions, reflection exercises, and other learning activities you will:

  • Understand the three primary roles of program leaders: trainer, facilitator, and administrator.

  • Have a roadmap and the tools for implementing and maintaining the program.

  • Understand the role of the BeFriender by experiencing the training you will ultimately deliver to lay volunteers in your own setting.

  • Gain insights from workshop leaders who serve as models of effective training techniques.  

  • Learn skills for facilitating ongoing skill-building and spiritual growth for BeFrienders.

Questions

Call 952-767-0244 (toll free 1-866-468-8708).

Register

  •  Register online.

  •  Register by phone: 952-767-0244 (toll-free 866-468-8708).

  •  Complete a registration form and mail it to: BeFriender Ministry, Suite 101,
     1301 American Blvd. East, Bloomington, MN 55425-1988.  

Additional details

Click here for more information on the workshop and a guide for starting a BeFriender Ministry program.

 

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