Holy Listening and Blessing Based Spirituality
Certification in Spiritual Nurture Class



GOALS for students in BBSN Certification Class:

• To learn the theory and practice of the Holy Listening model.


• To increase understanding and awareness of the deep spirituality of children and teens and the longing for reclaiming that spirituality for many adults.

• To discover ways to best work with children and teens [and by extension, adults] to help them recognize and use the spiritual gifts they have been given by God.

• To explore Christian education possibilities inherent in Holy Listening and Blessing Based Nurture.

• To learn to use Holy Listening methods in a variety of settings and with different ages of children and teens [and by extension, with adults].

• To become more comfortable as a facilitator, allowing children, teens and others to work through problems, make decisions and grow with God in their own time in their own unique ways.

• To become able to work with groups of children, youth and others, encouraging Christian growth.

• To become equipped and empowered to use the skills acquired during in particular settings.

• To deepen personal spirituality

• To increase understanding of the biblical and theological foundations upon which these ministries are based.