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Introduction to Mentoring

Why?. He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Philippians 1 :6Now we ask you, brothers, to respect those who work hard among you, who are over you in the Lord and who admonish you. And we urge you, brothers, warn those who are idle, encourage t

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Introduction to Mentoring

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    1. Introduction to Mentoring

    2. Why? He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. Philippians 1 :6 Now we ask you, brothers, to respect those who work hard among you, who are over you in the Lord and who admonish you. And we urge you, brothers, warn those who are idle, encourage the timid, help the weak, be patient with everyone. 1 Thessalonians 5:12,14

    3. What is Christian mentoring? Within intentional, empowering, unique relationships, Christian mentoring identifies and promotes the work of Gods Spirit in others lives, assisting them to access Gods resources for their growth and strength in spirituality, character and ministry.

    4. What is Christian mentoring? Context Intentional does not happen by accident Empowering leaves the mentoree stronger Unique Gods agenda for each person is unique Relationship mentoring gets personal

    5. What is Christian mentoring? Activity The work of Gods Spirit cue from what God is already doing Identification and promotion discover direction, develop momentum Means and subject matter Accessing Gods resources Spirituality, character and ministry deals with the whole person

    6. Reflection: Mentors in my life Identify people who have: Facilitated my growth as a Christian Helped me to mature as an adult Clarified Gods call on my life Confronted me on character issues Built up particular skills in me Presented me with alternatives Motivated and inspired me to grow Encouraged me to take initiative Given me important advice at the right time Caused me to reflect deeply on my life

    7. Distinctions Coaching Spiritual direction Counselling Pastoral care Discipling Instruction Friendship

    8. Why mentoring is important Biblical models of formation What were doing now is not adequate The mentoring process fits a post-modern context

    9. A Rough Guide Build genuine relationship Establish mentoree responsibility Prioritise the inner life Put aside other agendas Discern God's work Facilitate reflection and goal-setting Provide positive accountability Prepare thoroughly Pursue mentoring energetically Encourage mentorees to mentor others Learn from Jesus

    10. A Church-Based Model Where does the energy come from? Responsibility and control Investing in mentoring as a value Results in participation Exercise Discuss possibilities for mentoring becoming a normal part of your churchs life What questions and thoughts do you have? What is your emotional response? How would you like to participate practically?

    11. The First Session Assess the conditions Map the present location Identify the next port of call Set a course

    12. Boundary matters Period How and/or where How often and how long Costs Accessibility Initiative Focus Outcomes Responsibility Expectations Honesty Accountability Confidentiality

    13. What to look for in a mentor Spiritually confident Emotionally mature Mentally alert Readily available

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