Everyday Life

Five Things that Leading Small Groups Has Taught Me

• Relationships
• July 25, 2008

By Teena Stewart

Small groups provide a surrogate family of sorts where you can share slices of your daily life, including tough struggles, while gleaning Biblical principals to live by. I have lead and participated in small groups for many years, but this year was the first year I lead ... Read the Article →

Tips for Friendship Gatherings

• Community
• July 1, 2008

By Gaye Clark

Here are some ideas on how to start Friendship Gatherings at your church:

• Plan ahead: Calendars can fill up fast with other obligations. Call and invite your guests about three to four weeks before you plan to host a meeting.
  
• Be specific as to when you need ...

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