Articles for Small Group Leaders
The Critical First Five Minutes of Your Small Group
The first five minutes should answer the question, “Why should I give you my attention today?” What is a good introduction to do, and why is it important? Why do we need an introduction—or do we?
Articles for Small Group Leaders
10 Ways to Process the Emotions of Christmas Loss
If we aren’t careful, the joy of Christmas is covered over with the emotions of Christmas loss, and rather than appreciating what we have or looking forward to what’s to come, we find ourselves in Christmas misery.
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Christmas Playlist: 10 Songs + 10 Prayers for the Season
With only a week left until Christmas, here are ten songs for a Christmas playlist linked to ten prayers to take you, and those you lead, on a more profound journey this Christmas season.
Articles for Small Group Leaders
How to Have a Kid-Friendly Small Group
There are so many variables when you want a kid-friendly group.
Articles for Small Group Leaders
Christmas, Potluck, and Your Small Group
There is something special about eating together. Have you done a potluck lately in your small group? Christmas is the perfect time!
Articles for Small Group Leaders
Authenticity and Small Groups: Is ‘Fauxnerability’ Becoming a Problem?
With a higher value on transparency, authenticity and vulnerability in the church, there is a dark ‘flip-side’ that we need to be aware of.
Articles for Small Group Leaders
Small Groups in the Holidays – 5 Ways Forward
Small groups in the holidays: Watch and see what God will do!
Articles for Small Group Leaders
The Secret of Greatness in Leadership
Jesus teaches us and shows us what the very best leaders are meant to be.
