The big book on small groups

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Title:

Author:

Arnold, Jeffrey.

ISBN:

9780830823703

Personal Author:

Arnold, Jeffrey.

Edition:

Rev. ed.

Publication Information:

Downers Grove, Ill. : InterVarsity Press, c2004.

Physical Description:

261, [1] p. ; 23 cm.

General Note:

Includes scripture index.

Contents:

1. The power of small groups -- 2. Building the church through small groups -- 3. Becoming a leader -- 4. Starting a group -- 5. The building blocks of community -- 6. A caring community -- 7. A dynamic community -- 8. A studying community -- 9. A worshiping community -- 10. A praying community -- 11. A multiplying community -- 12. A mission-oriented community -- App. A. Small group starter kit -- App. B. Training resources -- App. C. Resources for building strong groups.

Subject Term:

Church group work.

Small groups -- Religious aspects -- Christianity.

Electronic Access:

Table of contents http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip049/2003020587.html

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Summary

What's so big about small groups?With proven results in drawing people into community and helping them grow to maturity in Christ, small groups have established themselves as a crucial ministry of the church to its members and its mission field. But whether leading a small group, coaching small group leaders or implementing a churchwide ministry, you need vision, knowledge and skill to minister effectively through small groups.Jeffrey Arnold knows the pressures of small group ministry, but he has also seen the power of small groups in many ministry settings. In this revised edition of The Big Book on Small Groups, he breaks down small groups so that you can see them from all angles.The first four chapters focus on the structure and benefits of a small group ministry. Further chapters explore the basics of Christian community--prayer, worship, Bible study, outreach and mission, as well as how to multiply groups. Resources for further reading, ideas for coaches and trainers, and curriculum to photocopy for small group sessions are also included.A constant companion throughout your small group ministry, The Big Book on Small Groups will give you the basics to get you going--and the support and nurture you need to make small groups effective as a strategy for outreach and discipleship.