2010
Achieving "Oneness" in a Small Group (pt 2)
Several strategies that can help your groups really connect
Writing Questions That Spark Discussion
Eight helpful tips for those who write their own studies
Be a Model of Authenticity
Why group leaders have a critical role in small-group dynamics
Permission to Be Real
Helping people open up is a valuable skill for small-group leaders.
Basic Strategies for Authentic Christian Community
Tips that can improve the atmosphere of new and veteran small groups
How to Lead a Good Discussion
Follow these basic principles for leading a small group
Danger Signs
Understanding wisdom and pride in the context of small groups
Resource Review: Sacred Roads
A new study from Heather Zempel explores the historic paths of discipleship.
A Small-Group Leader's Most Important Job
You can benefit from the surprising results of extensive research on small groups.
Crafting a Vision for Community
Here's what Clint Eastwood and Rambo were missing.
4 Challenges That Kill Community
How to grapple with time, avoidance, strange people, and unrealistic expectations?
The Benefits of Transparency
Transparency among members is a pivot on which an effective small group turns.
The Sacred Roads of Discipleship
An interview with pastor and author Heather Zempel
Got Synergy?
A broad look at the benefits and challenges of sermon-based small groups
The Presence and the Presents
Encountering God's presence and experiencing the presents of the Holy Spirit go together.
A Primer on Food-Borne Illness
Make sure your group members are aware of what is safe, and what is not.
Understanding the Connecting Continuum
Three stages of relationship formation that are important to every group
Leading Solo No More (part 1)
How to develop a core team of leaders from your existing small group
On the Clock
Tips for starting and ending your group meetings on time
Leading Solo No More (part 2)
How to develop a core team of leaders from your existing small group