Celebrate the Mess

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Situation 1: Miranda, a college student in your group, says, “I’m pregnant. I found out a couple weeks ago. I told Jimmy, but he said he isn’t ready to be a dad and that I should have been more careful. Now he won’t take my calls. I’m afraid to tell my parents because I know how they’ll react. I really don’t know what to do.”

How should you respond right then?

How should your group respond over the next few weeks?

Situation 2: In your group discussion time, Darrell shames his wife Krystal by talking about how she spends all their money. He blames her for their financial issues.

How do you respond in the moment?

What could be your next actions steps?

Situation 3: Denise’s car is on it’s last leg. She talks it over with your group and decides it’s time to get a new car. Your group has talked with her about budgeting for both the car and insurance payments. She purchases a car where the payment alone is slightly more than she can afford monthly.

What is your response?

How do you lead your group?

What is the next thing you and your group should do?

Are there currently any difficult situations in your group? Is there anyone in your group that you can invite into helping bear this burden with you?

Is there a tough situation in your group that has gotten better? Have you taken the time to celebrate? How might you find a why to celebrate this situation?