small-groups
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What would you define as a “competent” Growth Group leader?
Richard Sweatman and I have recorded a series of PodCasts about the elements of a competent Growth Group leader. Together I think these five aspects set a really good foundation for church leaders who appoint Growth Group leaders, as well… Continue reading
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5 podcasts on pastoring people with mental illness
Over the past 5 weeks, Richard Sweatman and I have been recording a podcast for GrowthGroup/SmallGroup leaders, with advice on how to helpfully deal with people suffering through mental illnesses in their groups. It’s a very tricky topic, and I… Continue reading
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Reblog: Evangelism trumps everything
If you’re in Christian leadership, you probably already think this. But don’t assume your people get it. You need to play out what it means… If you have to choose between going to your small group or taking a non-Christian… Continue reading
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Debunking the small-church-is-better myths (part 2)
I’m in no way against small church! Every expression of God’s people is valuable and beautiful. In fact, that’s why I’m writing these posts trying to debunk the idea that small church is not just different, but better. Myth: “Only… Continue reading
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Dual Church Membership #3.5 – Not talking about Groups within Groups
Churches have various groups within them, and you could call each of these groups a little church. But that’s not what we’re talking about. That’s not dual church membership. If you are part of a Growth Group, that Growth Group… Continue reading
MINISTRY PRINCIPLES & PRAGMATICS 