Abstract: This invention provides a method for conducting a non-real time group interaction, employing a programmable voice messaging system, such as a voice message board, for storing and replaying messages from facilitators and group members. The invention provides a method for communication in rounds of discussion, whereby facilitators leave a first message and group members listen to and optionally respond to that message. The facilitators then listen to the members' responses and optionally create additional messages or optionally edit the members' messages, to guide and control the discussion. The cycle of facilitators listening, optionally responding, optionally editing followed by group members listening and optionally responding can be repeated multiple times. Also provided is a voice note pad means for users of the instant invention, whereby users can interrupt the stream of voice messages and create a new, private voice note pad message, and optionally later listen to or edit their voice note pad messages.