Articles for Small Group Leaders
May Our Longing to Gather Grow
Our longing to gather with our brothers and sisters in Christ is a gracious reminder that we belong to Him. He has given us this longing. The tears are reminders that His mercy has changed us.
Articles for Pastors
Zoom or Facetime? Choose Your Video Calling Solution Wisely!
The coronavirus (Covid-19) has many staff working from home, and there are a number of things worth considering as you manage the ‘brand’ of...
Articles for Small Group Leaders
5 Keys to Unlocking Small Group Ministry Impact
Increase the impact of your small groups by taking Mark Howell's seasoned advice.
Articles for Small Group Leaders
Suddenly, Everybody Has Time for a Small Group
Unless they offer an essential service, suddenly everybody has time for a small group. The #1 excuse people give for not joining a group is that they are too busy or they don’t have enough time for a small group.
Articles for Small Group Leaders
7 Lessons Each Navy Deployment Taught Me About Thriving While Socially Isolated
With #socialdistancing #quarantine #shelterinplace causing upheaval in all of our lives I have been reflecting on how each Navy deployment gave me skills that help in this current reality. My goal every time I deployed was to come back better than when I left.
Articles for Small Group Leaders
Video Course: How Online Small Groups Work
In the following video course, you’ll learn why online small groups are valuable to your church, the strategy of online groups, the details of what happens during a typical video group, and more. Watch the course yourself, send it to your group's pastor or key volunteer.
Articles for Small Group Leaders
The 10 Commandments of Small Group Leadership
Rick Howerton: Maybe these 10 expectations of a great leader will help you as you lead and serve your small group.
Articles for Small Group Leaders
8 Habits of a Life-Changing Small Group Leader
Mark Howell describes the "preferred future" of a small group leader.