Brokenness and New Beginnings reading group

Lead compassionate discussions, find healing resources, and build community with guided materials from Francis P. DeLellis's hopeful book.

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Begin Healing Together

The Brokenness and New Beginnings reading group offers a safe, structured space to process separation and divorce using Francis P. DeLellis's compassionate non-fiction guide.

Start your group with the book, facilitator guide, and downloadable discussion questions available at https://www.brokennessandnewbeginnings.com to make planning simple.

Ideal for church groups, counseling adjuncts, or friends, most groups of 6–12 meet weekly for 6–8 weeks to explore practical healing, faith, and fresh starts.

What Your Reading Group Includes

Ready-to-use Discussion Guide

Chapter-by-chapter questions and themes to spark honest conversation and keep meetings focused and healing-centered.

Facilitator Tips and Scripts

Easy facilitator notes for opening prayers, sensitive topic handling, and keeping group members supported and engaged.

Flexible Formats

Use the materials in churches, therapy settings, community centers, or online—adaptable for 6–12 week groups or weekend retreats.

Practical Exercises for Growth

Reflection prompts, journaling activities, and real-life steps that help members move from brokenness to new beginnings.

Community-Building Tools

Icebreakers, check-in templates, and guidance for building trust so members can share honestly and find mutual support.

Why Start This Reading Group?

  • Guided healing for those facing separation and divorce
  • Materials designed for general audiences and faith communities
  • Short facilitator prep time with plug-and-play resources
  • Flexible meeting plans for in-person or online groups
  • Helps create safe, nonjudgmental conversation spaces
  • Actionable steps members can apply between sessions

What People Are Saying

“Our church small group found real hope and practical next steps; the reading group materials made conversations gentle and honest.”

— Marta R., Seattle, WA

“As a facilitator, I appreciated the clear scripts and exercises. Participants reported feeling less alone and more hopeful after six weeks.”

— Daniel K., Columbus, OH

“This book and the reading group structure helped me reframe loss into possibility. The community that formed was lifesaving.”

— Aisha B., Atlanta, GA

Frequently Asked Questions

The reading group is for anyone facing separation or divorce, friends and family supporting them, church small groups, and counselors seeking a structured resource.

Most groups meet weekly for 6–8 weeks, covering chapters and exercises in manageable sessions; you can condense or expand based on your group's needs.

No professional training is required. Facilitator tips and scripts are provided so a compassionate leader can guide discussions effectively.

Groups of 6–12 people balance diverse perspectives with time for personal sharing and support.

Order the book and downloadable guides at https://www.brokennessandnewbeginnings.com to access discussion questions and facilitator resources.

Yes. All guides and discussion prompts are adaptable for virtual meetings on Zoom or other platforms.

Join a Brokenness and New Beginnings reading group

Launch a compassionate, guided series for healing—find facilitator guides and order copies at https://www.brokennessandnewbeginnings.com.

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