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Rejuvenating your small groups for 2021
For many churches, small groups are the spiritual and relational lifeblood for the congregation. It is in these groups that we practice life together through encouragement, Bible study, accountability and relational investment. It is in our small groups that strong friendships form and strengthen. It is here that the Word of God comes to life and we see it applied in our own lives.
5 ways to help small groups flourish in 2020
With September comes the beginning of small groups for many churches, and I hope that this is still the case this year! Don’t let the current state of our world distract you from being able to gather your church for small group experiences this fall. Because of the challenging times that we are facing, consider these actions as you get started.
Six ways to cultivate prayer in your small group
Small groups are very important to the health of any church. They are places for individuals to grow in their faith and to build relationships with others. One important aspect of any small group should be prayer, but many small group leaders share their concern that prayer time sometimes becomes stale.