A small group is 8-20 people gathering over food, conversations, life issues, and a pursuit of Jesus. While Sunday mornings start with the Bible and move toward life, the hands-on dialog approach of groups get to start with life and move toward the Bible. Nothing makes a bigger difference in spiritual formation than communal momentum.
Small Group Model Discussion
Variation from one group to another has little to do with stylistic differences; its about a growing vision and next level leadership.
Discipleship Model Discussion
Groups are great for learning and great for relationships, but both fall short in eternal value if a group does not achieve discipleship. Join the discussion here on how to achieve Jesus’ most fundamental calling in small group settings.
Tips & Dialog on Leading a Group
We’ve all got are our questions… here is where we can share in the answers.
- Choosing a Discussion Topic
- Praying as Group
- Dealing with Decline
- Orchestrating Discussion Dynamics
- Opening Stories
- Summer Downtime
- Hostess with Mostest
- The Art of Good Questions
- Building a Support Network that Keeps You Healthy
- Worksheets on Small Group Leadership Issues
Links
- Joel Comiskey has done his homework on small groups like no other.
- Xenos - if you want to see what small groups look like on steroids, check these guys out. Make a point of attending their Summer Institute – you won’t find a better small group conference for your dollar.
- Christianity Today Small Group Articles
- Simple Small Groups – Bill Search and Southeast Christian Church are putting out some very concise resources.
- Big Idea about Small Groups- Eric Metcalf and Community Christian Church maintain a fresh look at the small group scene.
Point Leaders
If you are small group coach or leader of small group leaders, you will find these book reviews and resources a helpful reference.
