The Enneagram is a personality typing system consisting of nine distinct types, each characterized by unique motivations, fears, and behaviors. The Enneagram system not only categorizes personality types, but also provides insights into how these types interact with each other. Each type has a core belief that shapes their worldview and behavior. Understanding your Enneagram type can lead to greater self-awareness and personal growth, as it highlights motivations, fears, and potential areas for development. Learning objectives for the event include the following:

• Basic understanding of the Enneagram as a tool for spiritual growth

• Identify and reflect on personal Enneagram type and core motivations

• Understand the connection between personality patterns and the “True Self”

• Practice compassionate self-awareness and nonjudgmental observation 

• Apply Enneagram insights to relationships and community 

• Develop a personal “growth intention”

Rev. Emily Kincaid is an ordained Deacon in the Alabama-West Florida Conference of The United Methodist Church. She has been studying the Enneagram for over ten years. Originally from Monroeville, Alabama, she has a degree in Cultural and Religious Studies from Huntingdon College and a Master of Divinity with a concentration in Christian Education from Duke Divinity School. Her first appointment after graduation was as an Associate Pastor and Director of Children’s Ministries at FUMC Wetumpka (AL). She’s since served as Associate Pastor and Director of Christian Education at Aldersgate UMC (Montgomery, AL), Executive Pastor at Aldersgate UMC, and Executive Pastor at Orange Beach UMC (AL). She is married to Brian, and they have two daughters, Ruth and Martha.