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January 2008
Assimilation of New People into Small Groups

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Assimilation - Have a Plan and Work Your Plan!
By Rod Dempsey | Published 01/5/2008 | January 2008 , Models and Strategy Unrated
Have you ever wondered, “How did the early church do it?” The early leaders of the church had a monumental task. They had to find a way to disciple and develop thousands of baby Christians, relationally connect them to each other so that they could obey the commands of Christ, love one another, meet the needs of the body, and keep their focus on reaching the lost with the gospel of Christ.
Everyone Connected
By Michael C. Mack | Published 01/4/2008 | January 2008 , Models and Strategy Unrated
“What is the best way to get people into groups? Is it best to assimilate into existing groups by creating group cultures of constant invitation, or is it best to assimilate into brand new groups by constantly developing new group leaders and hosts?”
What Makes People Stick in Groups?
By Jack Dyson | Published 01/2/2008 | January 2008 , Models and Strategy Unrated
Wes shared at his church’s small group celebration on December 16, 2007. “I’ve been in a small group before, for about three or four years, but it didn’t last. This time the Grace Groups are different. This is the best group I have ever been in."
Inspiring People to Assimilate Themselves
By Reid Smith | Published 01/1/2008 | January 2008 , Models and Strategy Unrated
Assimilation has always sounded like a threat to me: “Watch yourself…or you’ll be assimilated!” The truth is that we do not assimilate people. We show them how they can assimilate themselves. The distinction is important. A person cannot be forced into “deeper community” with others anymore than they can be forced to feel like they belong. It has to happen naturally.


 
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