Articles for Small Group Leaders
The Encouraging Sway of Small Group Identity
Christian group identity, especially small group identity, answers the questions, ‘As followers of Jesus, what kind of people are we? How do the people of God act?'
Small Group Leaders
Pastors, You Are NOT Your Numbers
Pastor, you are not your numbers. Your worth and your value come from who you are in Christ. You are called. You are chosen. You are valued and loved.
Articles for Small Group Leaders
How Our Men’s Group Experiences the Gift of Tears
Long ago Christians called it the 'charism of tears' and felt that the men most to be pitied are "those who go through life with dry eyes and cold hearts." I call it the gift of tears because I see the emotional release as a true gift from God that unlocks things that only he can unlock.
Small Group Leaders
Do School Administrators Hate Small Groups?
Lately, school districts have gotten creative with school calendars. This makes planning your small group launch more complicated.
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8 Spiritual Growth Questions to Ask Small Group Members
As a small group leader or point person, you have a vested interest in spiritual growth. Some leaders tend to value metrics, and others desire more qualitative information like stories. #smallgroup #smallgroups #spiritualgrowth
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How Big of an Easter Group Launch in 2022?
Easter 2022 is an interesting moment. Pandemic restrictions have loosened, but what can you expect for your Easter attendance and spring small group launch?
Articles for Small Group Leaders
Small Group Invitation Template: 6 Simple Steps You Can Follow
Inviting someone to dinner group comes naturally. But even if you don’t share those traits, having a small group invitation template can be a big help.
Articles for Small Group Leaders
The Essential Small Church (7 Reasons We’re Needed)
Churches of all sizes have an important role to play. But small churches often get fewer resources and less attention than our large church counterparts, so it’s important to be reminded why small churches are just as vital to the body of Christ as big churches are.