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.

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!

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.

Small Groups in the Holidays – 5 Ways Forward

Small groups in the holidays: Watch and see what God will do!

The Secret of Greatness in Leadership

Jesus teaches us and shows us what the very best leaders are meant to be.

Sermon-Based Small Groups: Yes or No

More and more churches seem to be moving to a sermon-based curriculum for their small groups. That is, they review and study the same text the pastor preached on the previous Sunday. On the other hand, I’ve met church leaders who oppose this approach.

How to Unleash Small Group Worship

One of the ways you can “break the ice” is to help your small group members expand their understanding of what small group worship can look like beyond the church service.

How to Vent (Safely) in a Small Group

This side of eternity, people are going to vent. Here a four tips on how to vent safely and unload stresses and frustrations without hurting yourself, others, and your God.