Draw a Family Genogram Map (hand-drawn or computer-generated): 40 points
Does the genogram show sufficient detail, making use of symbols provided on the sample
sheet?
Family of Origin Genogram and Analysis.
The assignment has two parts. Participants develop a
genogram (family map) and analysis in conversation with key
family members.
Storytelling and story listening is part of the
exercise and can be a deeply enriching experience.
See Appendix A for example of the form.
The genogram may behand-drawn or computer-generated. It needs to include at
least three generations of your family.
Learning Objectives for Family Genogram
You will be able to:
identify key patterns within their own family of origin
make connections between experience in their own family and the practice of pastoral care
draw on experience and theory to suggest potentially positive and negative implications for care ministry
Generations to include: If possible, please include three generations preceding your own (i.e. great grandparents, grandparents, and parents). If this is not feasible given age and availability of information, please include information on two preceding generations (e.g. grandparents and parents) and a successive generation (e.g. children). If you have a large family, it is not necessary to include information about everyone; that might be too burdensome. Focus on the significant relationships.