Small Group Leaders

The Most Effective Way to Build Trust in Your Small Group

Many of us have probably heard more than once things we can do to foster trust: group confidentiality, sharing stories, ice breakers, sharing a meal, etc., but I am wondering if modeling a posture of listening might be the most effective way to build trust.

The 8 Qualities of a Group Leader

Can-Do Leadership is about more than having a strong work ethic; it’s also about your perspective, mindset, tenacity, and posture toward being solution-focused. Check out the important qualities of a group leader.

How to Find the Best Leadership Team for Small Groups

When you are building your best leadership team, instead of trying to spend effort with the apathetic, focus on those who want to work.

Political Discussions in Your Small Group? Here Are 5 Ways Forward

You can start now to prepare the small group leaders and members you serve to navigate political discussions with grace.

Free Printable: Small Group Connection Questions

Download and share this simple set of connection questions with your small group leaders.

What To Do When No One Comes To Your New Small Group

It’s happened to tons of people. They take the step of faith to start a new small group in their church. They’ve prayed,...

Free Printable Prayer Bookmark

"In Christ, there is nothing I can do to make You love me more; nothing I have done that makes You love me less."

How Healing Comes Through the Practice of Confession

There is a reason the Puritans considered repentance a doctrine of the Church, and I think it’s about time we reinstate this practice of confession in community.

How to Help a Group Member Facing a Crisis

Trust God. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes! Lean on God as you learn to care for and counsel your friend facing a crisis.

How Small Groups Bring Redemptive Relationships

Within minutes of the group starting, I’m overwhelmed; not by the stress of another activity on the schedule, but by the sheer blessing of redemptive relationships.