Genogram: Finding Yourself in Your Lifetime
Through our families of origin we learn to be friend, partner, parent & co-worker. Learned and inherited behaviors are passed down from one generation to the next…and the next. Our lineage influences everything from language to mannerisms. Equipped with your curiosity and your family diagram join us to expand what you know and how you experience your important relationships. Investigation of ourselves in the company of others doing the same can help us identify the behavior patterns that help us and those which no longer help us be our best selves more of the time. Some patterns will feel obvious. Some will be startling. Uncovered behavior patterns can be both surprising and calming. Discovery can be an opportunity for deciding what to do next. Participation in these monthly conversations is supported by creating shared space that is safe enough for participants to be brave, heard & seen. Participants agree to mutually demonstrate trust, acceptance, kindness, confidentiality, grace, openness and honesty in naming, facing and celebrating realities, challenges and possibilities.

To learn more
Have questions? Please contact:
Naomi García
Connectional Ministry staff for change, systems, conflict…4 good.
ngarcia@michiganumc.org
(517) 347-4030
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Presenters

I have always been drawn to the helping professions and a curiosity to understand why we behave the way that we do. I began my professional life as a teacher and concluded my educational career as licensed professional counselor. While heavily involved in my church, I was approached about becoming trained as a mediator. Fortunately, I said yes! I have since participated in Lombard Mennonite Peace Center’s Clergy Clinic (now called Leadership Development Through Family Systems),

Tim Wright Bio, Michigan Conference Elder Retired
I participated in the Lombard Mennonite Peace Center (LMPC) Clergy Clinic nearly20 years ago, which set me on a journey into Family System. It has continued to empower me to become more fully, the me who God is creating me to be. I have continued to participate and/or help facilitate Family Systems peer groups regularly since then.
Naomi García, Associate Director for Congregational Vibrancy, change, systems, conflict…4 good.
- Accompanying Michigan United Methodist’s since 1989.
- Professional Education: Master of Arts, Christian Education; certifications as a Professional Coach (International Coaching Federation), Team Coach (Team Coaching International), Coaching Supervisor (European Mentor and Coaching Council); meditation trainer authorized by both the Lombard Mennonite Peace Center and Healthy Congregations, Inc.
Rev. Alice Fleming Townley, Consultant. Coach. Community Organizer
Being an ongoing learner of family systems theory gives me a wider perspective in navigating change, conflict and culture in groups. I have studied systems theory for years with Naomi GarcÍa, peer groups, the Lombard Mennonite Peace Center, and Healthy Congregations, Inc.
WHAT
• Bring your family diagram or genogram, no matter the shape it’s in.
• Engage and offer genogram stories to explore how and where family patterns of behavior show up.
• Learn how to receive & share inquiries and insights.
• Decide how to continue growing into your Divine Design.
WHO
Everyone searching for a relational way of knowing the connections between what’s obvious & what’s cloaked in important relationships. Because every moment matters with every loved one.
WHEN
Join mid-day every second Thursday beginning January 9th to May 8th, 2025 from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM ET/11:30 AM to 1:30 PM CT.
COST
This event is FREE to attend.
WHERE
Secure your virtual spot and receive a Zoom link upon registration. Register to inform the facilitators’ preparation.
Last Updated on December 9, 2024