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Challenges in your small group can be hidden blessings
It is interesting that the most memorable small groups have sometimes been those that have an irritating episode or even crisis occur in the middle of the meeting! I distinctly recall small group settings in which a dog got sick in front of everyone (yuck!), one where my daughter fell and broke her arm in [...]
The Importance of Community
Being self-sufficient may sound great, but self-sufficiency can make a person into an island. Many of Americans can attest to the fact that, during the periods of life that they were making the most money, they were the loneliest. It is when you are going through troubled times that others have the opportunity [...]
As The Holidays Approach…
“Never doubt that small groups of committed people can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever truly has!” ~Margaret Mead After a long, hot summer, the leaves are changing colors and homes are beginning to plan and prepare for the Holidays. This is a great time for Small Groups to add a community [...]
What Kind of Small Group Are You Looking For?
What do You Want? Is there something that is not yet being offered, but you would like to throw out the idea and see if anyone else is interested? Please email smallgroups@rockofroseville.com with any ideas, or just comment below. Currently we have a bunch of groups offered, from Biblical Studies, parenting, fun, fitness, games, crafts, and more. [...]
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Fall Small Groups Beginning!
Click here for a full listing of available groups & locations. Curious what exactly a small group is? Find out here!
Expectations…
What Are My Expectations As A Small Group Leader? There are a couple of great resources for Small Group leaders to check out on-line. Saddleback Church is well-known for their extremely successful Small Group ministry, and Ron Ferrante has recently posted a great article about healthy guidelines for groups, which is copied and pasted below. Another great [...]
What Is A Small Group?
A small group is an opportunity to connect with other in a gathering of 4-16 people who are of like mind! It is a group that meets at a set location at a set time on a regular basis (usually 12 consecutive weeks). A small group could meet at the church, at a restaurant, a [...]
Small Group Leader Tips
The Childcare Issue From the start you let us know what you determined about having kids attend your small group, and it was advertised that way. However, if it seems that lack of childcare is a problem for your group, it is something to consider. Here’s some options: Recommend that the attendee get a babysitter [...]
