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Thinking Systems in Congregations

A new prespective for faith leaders
Register until Saturday, August 1, 2026

Program Details

Program Length & Schedule

Dates: TBD

Times: Once a month for 1.5 hours. Three specific session with different topics.

Format

Location: Online using Zoom

Following the presentation participants will have time for questions and discussions

Start Date & Deadline

Start Date:  This will updated once the Program dates are set.

Program Requirements

Admissions Requirements

These sessions are open to anyone, lay or ordained, who is a leader in their faith community. If you are new to systems theory or are looking for a refresher, you are most welcome

Fee & Payment Options

Program Fee: $50 per session, $130 for all three. Living Systems accepts Visa and email transfers (Interac).

Program Overview

Who are this this program for:

These sessions are open to anyone, lay or ordained, who is a leader in their faith community. If you are new to systems theory or are looking for a refresher, you are most welcome.

What the Program Covers

Session Topics

Leadership in Uncertain Times: Working Towards a “Non-Anxious Presence”

Family Systems Theory recognises communities of faith as emotional systems in their own way. When anxiety is present in a system, the way a leader functions can contribute a great deal to navigating the turbulence. If you are interested in learning more, please register..


Doing Too Much? Thinking Through Over-functioning as a Church Leader and Taking Steps to Avoid Burnout

One of the patterns that can develop in a community is what Family Systems Theory calls the over-functioning and under-functioning reciprocity. As responsible leaders, we can fall into over-functioning while not realising we are heading towards burnout. Come and learn how a systems way of thinking can help bring clarity and balance.


Managing Self with Difficult People: Boundaries and Bullies from a Systems Perspective

In any community or family system, the “difficult” person can be the focus of much of our energy and efforts to manage. Thinking through a systems lens can help understand how different behaviour function within a system and how one can define self in ways that contribute to the healthier function of all.

What You Will Develop

What You Will Develop

Participants will increase their understanding of how a systems perspective influences the behavior of their faith communities and themselves.

Meet the Faculty

Sharon Salomons smiles warmly in a close-up headshot, wearing a turquoise tie-dye scarf with gray-streaked hair framing her.

Sharon Salomons

RCC, Anglican Priest

Develop a Different Way of Thinking to Support a Different Way of Working

This program is not focused on adding techniques. It is focused on developing a clearer way of thinking about people, relationships, and your faith community work. If you are looking for a more thoughtful and grounded approach, this is where that work begins.