THE SMALL GROUP LEADER NETWORK
where small group leaders and those who train them go for content ideas, unity-building exercises, encouragement and facilitation & shepherding training
The Small Group Leader Network is the ministry arm of Simply Spoken Communications Coaching
Welcome to the Small Group Leader Network where group leaders and those who train them come together to share ideas, leverage content and receive encouragement.
Thank you for doing what you’re doing! Small groups are an essential component of true Christian community. Your work is important. As a small group leader and trainer for over 7 years, here are the things I struggle with the most:
Choosing studies with staying power - there’s nothing worse than starting a 6-week study only to find there’s only enough depth for a couple sessions.
Filling time between studies - I often need one-off studies to fill gaps between longer studies. This need typically arises around summer or Christmas breaks or when I know my attendance will be light.
Facilitating exercises that build intimacy and create unity - my ultimate goal as a group leader is to encourage spiritual growth in each individual. Part of that growth comes from feeling comfortable within the group community. Periodic exercises help.
RESOURCES FOR THE SMALL GROUP LEADER & THOSE WHO TRAIN THEM
ONE-OFF MEETINGS
When you need to fill a one-meeting gap in your content schedule
STUDIES WE LIKED
When you need to find a study with staying power that will spur spiritual growth
GROUP EXERCISES
When you want to build intimacy and unity in an organic and safe way
LEADER TRAINING
When you need tips, exercises and frameworks for training yourself or other small group leaders