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Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes
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You even get half off in person events like the LOBBY and ACCELERATE
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Bill Search goes into the basics on small group ministry and leading groups, churches, and more from a personal and biblical perspective. This is a commonsense reminder episode on what it takes to connect in a meaningful way with your people.
ALIGN + ACCELERATE July 11-13, 2023
ALIGN is the small groups ministry essentials workshop. Perfect for people new to groups or who are considering launching groups at their church.ACCELERATE is a 2 day intensive workshop for a small group point person who wants to develop an 18 month strategic plan for growth or revitalization.
Your team can attend ALIGN or ACCELERATE or get a discounted rate for attending both. For those attending all 3, lodging and lunches are included in the price! And don't forget, ALL ACCESS members always get 50% off all events.
We'll see you there! https://smallgroupnetwork.com/conferences/
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Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes
courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country.workshopsquarterly coachingpremium articleslive digital events.All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.
You even get half off in person events like the LOBBY and ACCELERATE
And to make it an even better deal, that one low price is a churchwide license. Everyone at your church is included. PLUS your WHOLE team gets half off the events. Meaning with this plan, your church can SAVE money and get your whole team trained and equipped.
Check it out today at https://smallgroupnetwork.com/allaccess ... your community, unlocked!
We revisit this podcast that was published in April of 2022. This was one of Bill's favorite episodes.
Join Bill Search as he digs into Leadership Lessons with John Ortberg. They cover a lot of ground including:
- John Ortberg's legacy
- The difference between being a mentor and a mentee
- Advice that John has received from some of the best leaders of our generationCheck it out and don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!
ALIGN + ACCELERATE July 11-13, 2023
ALIGN is the small groups ministry essentials workshop. Perfect for people new to groups or who are considering launching groups at their church.ACCELERATE is a 2 day intensive workshop for a small group point person who wants to develop an 18 month strategic plan for growth or revitalization.
Your team can attend ALIGN or ACCELERATE or get a discounted rate for attending both. For those attending all 3, lodging and lunches are included in the price! And don't forget, ALL ACCESS members always get 50% off all events.
We'll see you there! https://smallgroupnetwork.com/conferences/
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Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes
courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country.workshopsquarterly coachingpremium articleslive digital events.All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.
You even get half off in person events like the LOBBY and ACCELERATE
And to make it an even better deal, that one low price is a churchwide license. Everyone at your church is included. PLUS your WHOLE team gets half off the events. Meaning with this plan, your church can SAVE money and get your whole team trained and equipped.
Check it out today at https://smallgroupnetwork.com/allaccess ... your community, unlocked!
For more information on Ruth Haley Barton check out her website at https://www.ruthhaleybarton.com/ and learn more about the Transforming Center at https://transformingcenter.org/
Embracing Rhythms of Work and Rest: From Sabbath to Sabbatical and Back Again
Early Release from IV Press: https://www.ivpress.com/embracing-rhythms-of-work-and-rest
Amazon (Oct 11): https://www.amazon.com/Embracing-Rhythms-Work-Rest-Sabbatical/dp/1514002639This episode really just took a surface level look at Sabbath and barely even introduced the topic of sabbatical. If you want to go deeper, check out Ruth Haley Barton's book, Embracing Rhythms of Work and Rest by winning a copy from us or by purchasing an early release copy directly from Intervarsity Press. Or you can wait for the regular release in October and buy it from Amazon.
We will be giving out a pair of the books and their are two different ways to enter. We will choose the winners via a random drawing on September 7th. The first method of entering is to leave a review for this podcast on your podcast player of choice. It doesn't even have to be a good review, it can be any review. Just take a screenshot of your review and send it to me at [email protected]
The second method is to find lumivoz on Facebook and leave a comment on the contest post with your favorite or best sabbath tip.
You can enter both ways and as many times as you link in order to win. Good luck! I can't wait to talk with you on the next 5th Wednesday!
ALIGN + ACCELERATE July 11-13, 2023
ALIGN is the small groups ministry essentials workshop. Perfect for people new to groups or who are considering launching groups at their church.ACCELERATE is a 2 day intensive workshop for a small group point person who wants to develop an 18 month strategic plan for growth or revitalization.
Your team can attend ALIGN or ACCELERATE or get a discounted rate for attending both. For those attending all 3, lodging and lunches are included in the price! And don't forget, ALL ACCESS members always get 50% off all events.
We'll see you there! https://smallgroupnetwork.com/conferences/
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Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes
courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country.workshopsquarterly coachingpremium articleslive digital events.All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.
You even get half off in person events like the LOBBY and ACCELERATE
And to make it an even better deal, that one low price is a churchwide license. Everyone at your church is included. PLUS your WHOLE team gets half off the events. Meaning with this plan, your church can SAVE money and get your whole team trained and equipped.
Check it out today at https://smallgroupnetwork.com/allaccess ... your community, unlocked!
Join Bill Search as he digs into Leadership Lessons with John Ortberg. They cover a lot of ground including:
- John Ortberg's legacy
- The difference between being a mentor and a mentee
- Advice that John has received from some of the best leaders of our generationCheck it out and don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!
ALIGN + ACCELERATE July 11-13, 2023
ALIGN is the small groups ministry essentials workshop. Perfect for people new to groups or who are considering launching groups at their church.ACCELERATE is a 2 day intensive workshop for a small group point person who wants to develop an 18 month strategic plan for growth or revitalization.
Your team can attend ALIGN or ACCELERATE or get a discounted rate for attending both. For those attending all 3, lodging and lunches are included in the price! And don't forget, ALL ACCESS members always get 50% off all events.
We'll see you there! https://smallgroupnetwork.com/conferences/
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Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes
courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country.workshopsquarterly coachingpremium articleslive digital events.All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.
You even get half off in person events like the LOBBY and ACCELERATE
And to make it an even better deal, that one low price is a churchwide license. Everyone at your church is included. PLUS your WHOLE team gets half off the events. Meaning with this plan, your church can SAVE money and get your whole team trained and equipped.
Check it out today at https://smallgroupnetwork.com/allaccess ... your community, unlocked!
Show Notes:
The Art of Gathering: How we meet and why it matters by Priya ParkerThe Essential Guide for Small Group Leaders by Bill Search
Why does a group get tired?âąLeader begins to coast
âąMeeting becomes routine
âąRelationships hit a plateau
âąPurpose is lost
#1 Leader CoastingAm I practicing âGenerous Authorityâ?
â [Priya Parker]
ââChillâ is selfishness disguised as kindness.â
- Priya Parker
Generous Authority Serves others by:
1.Protecting group members
2.Equalizing group members
3.Inter-Connecting group membersWe practice Generous Authority by:
1.Practicing good MANNERS in the group
2.Reminding all of the âRULESâ
3.Encourage âSproutâ Speeches not âStumpâ SpeechesNow What?
1. Re-affirm Covenant2. Have tough conversations
3. Re-up as the leader or get out
4. Share Leadership
#2 Meeting RoutineâThe room is doing 80% of the jobâ â Jerry Seinfeld
Venue Matters
1.The space should be a symbol of reason for meeting
2.The space should bring out desired behaviors and discourage those you donât
3.Consider density
Format Matters
1.Mix it up
2.Curtail the dull parts
3.Try different curriculum
Now What?
1. Rotate Hosting2. Share testimony
3. Serve together
4. Choose an unlikely meeting place#3 Relationships Plateaued
Why does this happen?
1.We stop being curious about others
2.We decide how far we will go relationally
3.Potential conflict zones are avoided
4.We donât feel safeWhat can you do about it?
1.Donât avoid the awkward â embrace it
2.Utilize GOOD ice-breakers
3.Encourage people to share what no one in the group would guess/ know about them
4.Talk about the forbidden subjects of politics, sex, and religion
5.Donât stop conflict but guide it
6.Navigate underlying conflicts
Now What?
1. Split by gender2. Subgroup for prayer
3. Retreat
4. Day trip, local restaurants, or local tourism
#4 Lost PurposeâA good gathering purpose should be âdisputableââ
â The Art of Gathering by ParkerStart by asking âWHY are we meeting?â
1.First, ask the church leadership
2.Reverse engineer current meetingand compare to stated goal
3.Who is this for?Second ask âWhy are WE meeting?â
1.Is our goal the same as the leadershipâs goal?
2.Do we have a different goal?
Third, re-state and re-affirm your purpose
1.Discuss the purpose as a group
2.Arrive at consensus
3.Everyone has to re-upThat didnât work. Now what?
How to End Your Group
(Page 87, Essential Guide for Small Group Leaders)
1.Understand all groups come to a natural end
2.Get input from group members
3.Ask everyone to make a personal plan
4.Plan a final meeting and put it on the calendar
5.End the group in a prayer circle
6.Donât forget to tell your pastor or small group coach that your group has ended
Recommended Resources:Dare to Lead by Brene Brown
The Art of Gathering By Parker
Essential Guide for Small Group Leaders by Search Questions?ALIGN + ACCELERATE July 11-13, 2023
ALIGN is the small groups ministry essentials workshop. Perfect for people new to groups or who are considering launching groups at their church.ACCELERATE is a 2 day intensive workshop for a small group point person who wants to develop an 18 month strategic plan for growth or revitalization.
Your team can attend ALIGN or ACCELERATE or get a discounted rate for attending both. For those attending all 3, lodging and lunches are included in the price! And don't forget, ALL ACCESS members always get 50% off all events.
We'll see you there! https://smallgroupnetwork.com/conferences/
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