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Family Systems Theory: Connecting the Pieces – Leadership and Systems Wisdom

This event is now over
Date: January 6, 2026 7:00 pm – March 3, 2026 9:00 pm (Eastern)
Location: Online Via Zoom
Event Category: Congregational Transformation, Continuing Education, Interim Ministry, Training
Program: Disciples Interims
Family Systems Theory: Connecting the Pieces – Leadership and Systems Wisdom

January 6 to March 3, 2026

Offered by Disciples Interims

Course Description

This interactive and immersive course introduces ministers to Family Systems Theory (Bowen), inviting deep personal reflection and bold self-leadership. Participants will explore how vulnerability and curiosity lead to transformation—not just in their ministry contexts, but in themselves.

You will gain:

✅ A strong foundation in the Eight Concepts of Bowen Theory

✅ Insights into your family of origin through genogram work

✅ Tools to observe and lead in anxious ministry systems

✅ A supportive community for peer consultation and coaching

✅ Clarity in how vulnerability becomes a strength in leadership

Course Details:

📍 COURSE DATES and TIMES: Tuesdays January 6 to March 3, 2026
- 7:00 – 9:00pm Eastern

📍 FORMAT: Online, interactive sessions – via Zoom and our learning platform –
Disciples Leadership Network

📍 FACULTY: Rev. Donald Chase, Rev. David McVey, Rev. Dale Matherly


📍 Cost is $600.00

💬 LEARN MORE / REGISTER:

DisciplesInterims@gmail.com

Why It matters:

When leaders grow in self-awareness, they become less reactive, more present, and more effective. This course supports ministers in reclaiming clarity, purpose, and resilience.

Tag line:

🌀 “It’s an inside job. 
Change begins with you!”

Event Organizer

Scott Woolridge, Director of Disciples Interims
Email: swoolridge dhm.disciples.org

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