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1. You'll learn how to use small groups to build spiritual
health in your church and your community."The conference was my first Saddleback experience and I was not
disappointed. Every session and staff member demonstrated the purposes
and heart of the leadership at Saddleback.  I could tell the ministry
was all about people and helping them become spiritually healthy and not
about building programs and buildings." "You might be interested to know that the group of 18 that we brought
to the conference from Maryland back in February is still meeting
together twice a month to pray for the spiritual health of our small
groups, their leaders, and members. This group fasts the day before we
meet to pray each time. Your conference had a significant ... [ Read full article] New Orleans One Day Small Group Conference with Steve GladenPlanning on being in the New Orleans area Saturday, June 5th? Join
Steve Gladen for a one day Small Group Conference! Workshop PurposeMission: To assist the churches of Greater New Orleans in balancing
the Great Commission and Great Commandment in the lives of both their
host headers and their small groups. Vision: To see all hosts and leaders deepen their understanding of a
purpose driven group, and become more fully committed to growing and
leading their small group in the Great Commission and Great Commandment. Objective: To help your group leaders take the next step in
developing successful purpose driven small groups and walk away with a
personal and group plan for growth and health. Click HERE for more info. |
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by Rick Warren
 This month, as we continue to look at the Principles of Leadership,
we will examine the principles of Collaboration and Concentration. Leadership is never by itself. It is always in a context of a team,
of a small community, of a small group. To be a leader, you have to
build a team. All great leaders are great team builders. In fact, if you
don't have a team, you're not a leader. You're a loner. The test of
leadership is look over your shoulder. If nobody's following you, guess
what? I have a proverb that says this, "He who thinketh he leadeth and
hath no one following him is only taking a walk." The test of leadership
is one thing. Is anybody following? Is anybody agreeing? You start with
a team. [ Read full article]
Small Groups versus Sunday School?
by Steve Gladen
 If the goal is to teach the Word of God and apply the Great
Commission and Great Commandment, does it matter if your people meet in a
church classroom or living room?The debate over Sunday School versus Small Groups continues. Each
side debates the merits of their system, while pointing out the "flaws"
in the other system. I often overhear the question, "Does your church
have Sunday School or Small Groups?" The question is often a veiled way
of asking, "Is your church a traditional one that is stuck in the rut of
Sunday Schools?" The common notion is that Sunday School is a system
that traditional churches cling to, while more modern and progressive
churches move toward small groups. The truth, however, is not that
simple or clear cut. Both systems have their advantages and
disadvantages. More important than the "system" used, is the desired
result - spiritual growth and health. [ Read full article]
by Steve Gladen
 Looking for a way to promote health and balance in your small groups?
Give them suggestions on how to balance the biblical purposes in their
lives. Your groups will not only appreciate the suggestions, it will add
a new dimension to their group life!
Fellowship - Always acknowledge your group members' birthdays
and anniversaries. Be sure that when people come to your group, you not
only get their name, address, email address, and phone number, but you
also get their birthday and anniversary (wedding and/or salvation). Save
money by ordering birthday and anniversary cards in bulk form from a
card catalog. A card in the mail or on their chair when they arrive lets
group members know that their special day is special to you.
by Cheryl Shireman
You are likely reading this book because you believe that you have
been hurt by a church or you know someone who has. Or perhaps you were
forced to witness a harmful church fight, and the experience has
wrenched your soul ever since. Whatever the case, there was an incident,
a turning point, and since then you have been different. So begins
Stephen Mansfield's latest book, ReChurch: Healing Your Way Back to the
People of God.
If you are a Christian, chances are you either know someone who has
been hurt by their church, or you are nursing your own church-inflicted
wounds. This is a sad reality, but a reality nonetheless. Perhaps you,
or someone you know, left the church amid bitterness and pain.
Looking for a small group study? We feature new material every month.
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