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A big picture view of different ideas and happenings within the small group movement
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How to Prepare Your Small-Group Ministry for Summer
Before the summer months hit, make some plans for your small groups.
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How to Handle Emotions in Your Small Group
When groups value authenticity, it’s only a matter of time before we face a highly emotional moment.
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Are You an Unhealthy Leader?
No well-intentioned leader would set out to lead this way, but it happens all the time.
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Three Game-Changers for People-Pleasing Leaders
Emotionally healthy leaders are fueled by healthy motivations.
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3 Reasons Married and Single People Should Be Together in Groups
I didn’t mean to join a group of married couples, but I’ve learned a lot along the way.
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Embrace the Conflict
If you want an excellent small-group ministry, you’ll need to learn to handle conflict well.
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How to Be a Peacemaker
In a world that’s hungry for peace, we must choose to work through conflict in our personal relationships.
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How Should We Connect People into Small Groups?
Three connection methods that could work in your church.
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Should Our Small Groups Be Open or Closed?
The arguments for both sides of this common debate.
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What Type of Studies Should We Use?
Determine whether sermon-based studies or a la carte studies would work best in your context.
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Hosts or Leaders: What Should We Call Our Volunteers?
Take a look at what a simple word can communicate.
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Should We Structure for Rapid or Controlled Growth?
Both models can bring incredible growth if you choose the right one for your church.