Growing Small Groups

Discover the transforming power of small groups. Whether you are starting a new small groups ministry in your church or revitalizing an existing one, this theme offers you many valuable tools. An interview with Russ Robinson, pastor of Meadowbrook Church in New Jersey and former Director of Small Groups at Willow Creek Community Church, casts a vision for authentic small groups. Russ speaks of the '"radical oneness" Christ desires to see in the church, and he gives practical advice for stepping toward this goal. This theme also offers assessments to gauge the health of your small groups, practical how-to articles, a case study, and more. Table of Contents: Why We Need Small Groups 6 biblical reasons. Brett Eastman The Vision Behind Small Groups Community begins with a purpose. with Russ Robinson Five Essentials for Small Group Health Are your small groups focused for success? Randall Neighbour Five Tasks for Small Group Leaders Do you make time for the most important roles of leadership? Adapted from LifeTogetherToday.com Beyond Playing Community Break through pretense to authenticity. Dave Joffe Three Keys to Starting a Small Groups Ministry A successful start begins with your leaders. Brett Eastman Drawing Men into Small Groups A proven plan for reaching reluctant men. Patrick Morley Renewing Small Group Health Revive your small groups with a fresh start. Adapted from LifeTogetherToday.com E-Groups For people too busy for small groups, meet in cyberspace. Marilyn A. Yocum Small Groups with a Common Cause Convert your group members' common concerns into action. Robert Lewis