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OVERVIEW
It's easy to see that small groups have a lot of potential for helping church visitors and new members become fully integrated into the life of a church. But potential doesn't always bring results. In the same way, it can be hard to convince small-group visitors to become more involved in other ministries. This training resource can help your church accomplish both, as well as help your individual small groups become more welcoming.
Leader's Guide
Using Groups for Church-Wide Assimilation
Avoiding the One-Method Trap by Reid Smith
Why using small-groups in the assimilation process requires several options. 1 Corinthians 9:19–22
Why Small Groups Are Vital to Assimilation by Win and Charles Arn Seven important ratios for closing a church’s back door.
John 6:66
Turning Church Members into Group Members
The Power of Subliminal Marketing by Larry Osborne How to “pull” church members into your small-groups ministry.
Acts 2:46–47
Thriving After a Small-Groups Campaign by Bill Search
Four steps to a smooth transition into “normal” group life. Acts 2:41
Making Individual Groups More Welcoming
Inspiring People to Assimilate Themselves by Reid Smith Make sure you’re thinking accurately about potential small-group members. Romans 15:7
Varying Your Small-Group Routine by Teena M. Stewart Practical advice on keeping your members interested—both new and old.
Acts 20:9
Keys to a Welcoming Small Group by Don Michael McDonald How to transition from a clique to an open community.
Mark 6:11
Resources
Assessment: Closing the Back Door by Win and Charles Arn How does your church rate on the vital ratios that church growth experts identify? Acts 2:46–47
Further Exploration
Total number of pages - 17
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