Continuing Studies Seminar in Family and Congregational Systems
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Family and Congregational Systems Seminars

Bowen Family Systems Theory has attracted increasing attention from leaders of faith communities and other organizations. In addition, many have found it a resource for a variety of personal life challenges—parenting, extended family relationships, retirement planning and more. Bowen theory offers a different way to observe and understand human relationships. A common outcome is the discovery that a deeper understanding of one’s own family system propels an increasing effectiveness in other relationship systems—including in one’s profession.

EMS offers two styles of seminar for those interested in beginning or continuing their work with Bowen Family Systems Theory:

A Resource for Life

Introduction to Bowen Family Systems Theory Mini-Seminar

September 12- November 21, 2025, Synchronous Online 

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Leadership in Family, Organization, and Society

Continuing Studies in Family and Congregational Systems

October 2025 – May 2026, Synchronous Online 

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Instructors

Kenton Derstine

Kenton T. Derstine, D.Min.

Program Director

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Penny Driediger

Penny Driediger

ACPE Certified Educator

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Janis Norton

Janis Norton

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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