Get together with friends
Guidelines for Working with Rhythm of Peace Themes in Small Groups
Working with rhythm of peace themes in small groups is part of the grassroots effort to make peace a daily priority. Small gatherings or discussion groups provide a forum for linking our diverse interests. They help meet our needs for connection and meaning, and offer opportunities for collaboration and celebration.
Below you'll find a few suggestions to support you in getting together with friends or co-workers to talk about peace. The suggestions can easily be adapted to the needs and interests of your group.
Desired outcome: Each person is supported in using peace-building tools in busy daily activities and in taking personally meaningful actions for peace each month.
Suggested time: 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
Before the meeting you might have a potluck meal and/or take a walk together to support healthy living.
How often: Once or twice a month.
Number of participants: 4 to 12.
Facilitator: One person can facilitate the meeting or the facilitator role can rotate each meeting.
Suggested Outline:
Purpose: Support each other in making peace a daily priority, encourage actions for peace, share challenges, and celebrate results.
Desired outcome: Each person is supported in using peace-building tools in busy daily activities and in taking personally meaningful actions for peace each month.
Suggested time: 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
Before the meeting you might have a potluck meal and/or take a walk together to support healthy living.
How often: Once or twice a month.
Number of participants: 4 to 12.
Facilitator: One person can facilitate the meeting or the facilitator role can rotate each meeting.
Suggested Outline:
1. Opening
2. Meditation
Reflection on the rhythm of peace daily theme
3. Support actions for peace
4. Expand the rhythm of peace community
5. Closing
