This pathway introduces the Enneagram (ANY-uh-gram), a personality typing system that helps us understand who we are and what motivates us. It identifies nine ways of seeing and experiencing the world and describes with amazing accuracy how we think, feel and act. It not only helps us understand ourselves but gives us compassion for other people in our lives. It identifies our core struggles and sins that keep us trapped and helps us get out of our own way so we can grow into the person God created us to be. The Enneagram itself doesn’t change us, but it helps us see who we truly are and gives us clear steps for transformation, to be more like Jesus.

Hosted by Chelsie Sargent and Carson Reed, this pathway took place in ACU’s Onstead-Packer Biblical Studies Building on Monday, September 16, 2019. See also Enneagram Next Steps, which Chelsie and Carson led the following day.

As a consulting partner with the Siburt Institute for Church Ministry, Chelsie brings her Enneagram specialization to churches and leadership teams. She tailors her presentations to large groups such as congregations or communities, or smaller groups such as ministry staff and shepherding teams. Learn more about Chelsie’s consultancy work and how to contact her.

Sessions

Speakers

CARSON E. REED

Dr. Carson E. Reed is vice president for church relations at Abilene Christian University and executive director of the Siburt Institute for Church Ministry. He also serves as the Director for the Doctor of Ministry program and holds the Frazer Endowed Chair for Church Enrichment as an associate professor of practical theology in the Graduate School of Theology. Through the Siburt Institute, Carson does consulting work on governance, transitions, and new ecclesial forms with congregations and church leaders. His teaching and research focus on practical theology with a particular emphasis on leadership, preaching, and issues surrounding faith and culture. Carson and his wife Vickie have been married over 35 years and have four adult children.

CHELSIE SARGENT

Chelsie Sargent is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Supervisor specializing in the Enneagram, a personality profile that helps individuals have a greater understanding of themselves and how to relate best to the people around them. In addition to one-on-one Enneagram conversations in the counseling setting, Chelsie works regularly with business executives, professionals, and church leaders, teaching them mindfulness of how their Enneagram type affects their workplace. In her counseling she sees a wide range of people, specifically working with young professionals as they learn to navigate mindful, healthy living as they transition into adulthood. She holds a B.A. in History from Abilene Christian University, an M.Ed. in counseling and human development from Hardin Simmons University, and is certified in the Enneagram Spectrum Training with Dr. Jerry Wagner. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Professional Counseling.