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We talk with the authors of a compelling new book, "Leading Small Groups that Thrive: Five Shifts to take your group to the next level." Based on extensive research, this book provides insights and practical how-tos on building small groups that are healthy, effective, and transformational.  https://thrivinggroups.com/   Jason Sniff is the pastor of small groups at Eastview Christian church in Normal, Illinois, and a licensed professional counselor with over 15 years of experience in developing group life within the private and public sectors. Courtney Davis has a PhD in Organizational Communication. She is the Associate Professor of Communication Management at Azusa Pacific University, where she teaches organizational, small group, and professional communication.  Small Group Network Events     ★ Support this podcast ★

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This month's Reading Lenz features an insightful discussion regarding the modern classic "Daring Greatly" by Dr. Brene Brown. Host Nick Lenzi joins special guests Carolyn Taketa and Andrew Camp to discuss how the courage to be vulnerable transforms the way we run our small groups.    Other book talk episodes with Nick, Carolyn, and Andrew: Free to Focus by Michael Hyatt We Need to Talk by Celeste Headlee The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker ★ Support this podcast ★

TOPIC:  With so many churches still unable to host large gatherings in person, creating a robust online training is both a necessity and a wise strategy. So what are the elements of an effective online training model?      Will Johnston is from the Chicago-area and, after graduating from Wheaton College with a degree in theology, moved to Washington DC and started working on Capitol Hill.  He then joined the team at National Community Church where he served as the small group pastor, and he is now the adult ministries pastor at Eastside Christian Church in Anaheim, CA, where he oversees small groups along with a few other ministries.    Eastside New Leader Training Eastside Leadership Pipeline Modules NCC New Leader Training NCC Training Library ★ Support this podcast ★

Guidelines for Getting Together For Saddleback Church Small Groups Gathering together in large groups is still in the future. The natural question at this stage of the COVID-19 crisis is, "Can we begin to gather in small groups?" Sadly, infections are currently increasing at a rapid rate. Our recommendation is that you will continue to meet online as your primary venue, whenever possible and appropriate.  However, we recognize the importance of face-to-face gatherings and the desire we all have to be in proximity with one another. So, if you decide to hold physical gatherings, please follow these guidelines: Check the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention and California Department of Public Health websites frequently for the most up-to-date safety guidelines and recommendations, as they are changing often.  (www.CDC.gov   https://www.cdph.ca.gov ) For the safety of our communities, we suggest there should be no inside gatherings at this point in time. If gathering, we suggest meeting outdoors in groups of 12 or less, wear a mask, and maintain 6' social distancing.  Why? GREAT question! Because we have all experienced firsthand the challenges of maintaining proper social distancing, even with best intentions and best efforts. These guidelines will ensure that gatherings reflect our very best effort to keep everybody safe and healthy during this health crisis. If you have children under the age of 18 (SK/SSM) in your small group, by choosing to hold an in-person gathering, you are agreeing to hold everybody in attendance accountable to the above guidelines. McKinsey Leadership Resource Leading as Pastors in a Pandemic ★ Support this podcast ★

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TOPIC: What’s next for our small groups ministries? How do we go from all the uncertainty of this time - "here" - and move to where we want to go -“there?” How do we hold tight to the mission and values while reimagining groups in this new normal context?   Guest: Ben Reed is a Pastor at Mission Community Church just outside of Phoenix, AZ. At Mission, he oversees adult ministries: small groups, care and recovery, local missions, global missions, baptism, and a brand new ministry they’ve launched called Thrive. He is the author of the book, Starting Small, and blogs at BenReed.net.   http://www.benreed.net/exploring-uncertainty/ http://www.benreed.net/starting-small-the-ultimate-small-group-blueprint/ https://missionaz.org/thrive ★ Support this podcast ★

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