Quotebook: Our Need to Belong
“Our need to belong is not rational, but it is a constant that exists across all peoples in all cultures. It is a feeling we get when those around us share our values and beliefs. When we feel like we belong we feel connected and we feel safe. As humans we crave the feeling and…
Read MoreMaking GroupLife On-Ramps Easy, Obvious, & Strategic
This is a two-part concept. First, so that we’re all on the same page, let’s start with a definition: on-ramp: noun [on-ramp, -awn] an entrance lane for traffic from a street to a turnpike or freeway We all know what an on-ramp is when we’re driving, right? But when we’re talking about grouplife…it’s still just…
Read More2011’s Christmas Reading List
Have you put your Christmas wish list together yet? 2011 has been quite a year and no doubt there’s been a book or two that you’ve missed. Here are a few books I think you should be reading: Community: Taking Your Small Group Off Life Support by Mars Hill’s Brad House is a definite. If…
Read MoreDilbert on Monthly Reports to the Management Team
I don’t know what this means exactly…but it makes me laugh every time I read it:
Read MoreReview: The Essential Commandment by Greg Ogden
Looking for discipleship resources? You may want to take a look at The Essential Commandment. Published by IVP, it’s the latest by pastor and author Greg Ogden. If you’re not familiar with Ogden, he’s also the author of Discipleship Essentials and Leadership Essentials. The Essential Commandment is a thoughtful and practical examination of the Great…
Read MoreGOD’S STORY your story: A New Church-Wide Experience from Max Lucado
Had an opportunity this weekend to take a look at GOD’S STORY your story, a new DVD-driven church-wide experience from Max Lucado. Published by Zondervan, the study is anchored by Lucado’s recent book by the same name. The 6 session DVD features Max Lucado, the best-selling author and pastor. With the style so familiar to…
Read MoreJoin Me on Group Talk Today (Monday, 11/14)
Hope you can join me on Group Talk today! I’ll be talking about Six Ways to Find New Small Group Leaders…and who doesn’t need to find more leaders? Group Talk is a FREE monthly conference call put on by the Small Group Network. Previous guests have included Steve Gladen, Carl George, Rick Howerton, Eddie Mosley,…
Read MoreSkill Training: Help Your Life Group Survive the Holidays
As your life group approaches Thanksgiving, there are several things you can do to help your group survive the holidays. Now, you might be thinking, “That sounds pretty serious! Survive the holidays? Isn’t that being a little dramatic?” I don’t think it’s overly dramatic at all. Why? It’s just too easy to finish a study…
Read MoreNew from Beth Moore | James: Mercy Triumphs
Had an opportunity today to preview the newest Beth Moore study. The highly anticipated James: Mercy Triumphs is out and will without a doubt be an immediate hit, used by women’s Bible studies and small groups everywhere. DVD-driven, this 8 session study launches with a powerful teaching session that sets the stage and establishes James’ identity,…
Read MoreYou’re Invited: Join My 2012 Small Group Ministry Coaching Network
Looking for an opportunity to grow in your ability to connect beyond usual suspects? I want to invite you to join my 2012 Small Group Ministry Coaching Network; an experience designed to give you the tools and strategies you need in order to build a small group ministry that works in the 21st century. The coaching…
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