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Learning a New Lifestyle

A Bible study group led a young woman to Christ through their love and acceptance.

Learning to Trust

Being faithful to God is important, even when it's not easy.

Learn to Shepherd Your Small Group

Move from being a small-group leader to truly caring for your people.

Leaving a Spiritual Legacy

Making a lasting impact requires close relationships.
Lectio Divina and Contemplative Prayer

Lectio Divina and Contemplative Prayer

Understanding this ancient practice and how to incorporate it into your small group.

Using Lectio Divina with Teen Groups

Follow this step-by-step approach to learn more about contemplation in small groups.

Life Support

The story of a group that cared for a couple in their small group during the wife's illness.

Listening Repaired

Wisdom from the Book of Proverbs that can help you listen well

Loving Sinners Is Messy But Necessary

Truly loving people in the midst of persistent sin is easier said than done.

Loving the unlovable.

A small group works through their past hurts together.

Making Room at Your Tables

Encouraging people to start new small groups is a key to getting everyone connected.

Making Your Group Real "Friends"

Follow these principles to help people fulfill their longing for true community.

Mentor Your Coaches

Focus on relationship, growth, and development with your coaches.

Ministry Blah

Respond well when you are having a difficult time in your place of ministry.

Mission Possible

Sheperding people may not be as complicated as you think.

Nine Ways to Support Your Support Group

Support groups are an essential part of your church's ministry in a world full of hurt.

No More Mr. Nice Group

Five practices that take small groups beyond polite sharing to the disciplines that change lives.

No Pain, No Spiritual Gain

Pain is difficult, but is also a catalyst for spiritual growth.

No Time. No Resources. No Leaders.

These obstacles don't have to stop you from doing something big.

Old But Not Worthless

An elderly woman embraces the call to minister to others in her nursing home.

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