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Changing Direction of Ministry
Effective and lasting change comes through the process of identifying, joining, encouraging, and then changing direction.
The Transition
Some tips for transitioning adult Sunday School classes into small groups.
Back to the Prototype
Transitioning to neighborhood small groups.
Community Standards
Authentic relationships are essential to small group—and individual—life.
Community Evaluation
A tool to assess your small group's current state of community.
Circles of Indemnity
God has called us to surround one another in the midst of our circumstances.
Loving Beyond Barriers
Ways you can extend the hand of fellowship beyond the perimeter of your group.
Building the Dynamics of the "One Another’s"
Real community is going to be tough at times.
Assessment and Adjustment of the Small Group Ministry
Positive and developmental feedback is necessary in order for any organization to achieve success.
Don't Chunk the Check-ups!
Four truths about the practice of constant and careful evaluation.
Effective on Purpose
A small group’s effectiveness lies in the leader knowing and living God’s purpose for their small group.
Spiritual Growth Online
Growthfinder is an online tool that will help you assess your spiritual health.
Gauging the Health of Your Group
Tools to help see where you're going strong, and where you might need a little support.
Building a Great Coaching System
When you build the people, the people build the ministry.
Creating a Dynamic Coaching Strategy
Every dynamic team has a coach with a dynamic coaching strategy.
Coaching in Action
A small group coaching strategy that's working.
Friendship: The Simple Secret of Coaching
The principle behind effective coaching is simple: be a friend.
Successful Coaching
It's as simple as the word COACH
Confessions of a Coach
I thought I knew all about coaching, but I had some misunderstandings.
Coaching Tools
A sample minimal coaching plan, coaching check-up, and coaching appointment checklist