What is the groups purpose and function? What activities does it engage in?
CGM is a support group. This means that you should expect to gather in a circle at 7:30 and engage in the discussion to whatever level you are comfortable. During introductions you will be asked to introduce yourself and tell us about your prior week, but you are welcome to pass. Discussion topics may follow a theme over several weeks, or may be based on current events, or may be brought in by a member who’s seeking personal support. For those who have something to discuss but are daunted by a large group setting, we periodically have “mini-group” nights where the larger group is divided into smaller groups, each going to their own room. On occasion, Friday night support will come in a more relaxed form, such as an interactive activity or movie night, but these will occur only when it has been established that no one has come seeking personal support. Once a month, a member will open his house for a potluck brunch or supper; these are separate from the Friday night meetings, yet are th
