Small Group Leaders' Handbook: The Next Generation

By Ann BeyerleinPatty PellNina Thiel, et al.

Now completely rewritten, updated and expanded for a new generation of small group leaders, this IVP classic contains everything you need to know about small groups: starting with a strong biblical and strategic foundation; building in 4 key components--community, nurture, worship and outreach; guiding the group through its life stages; creating good communication; handling conflict in the group; encouraging members to "own" the group; planning group meetings; and developing leadership skills.And besides warm, wise counsel, Small Group Leaders' Handbook includes a resource section that's overflowing with great ideas: ice breakers, application steps, community-building projects, outreach tips and much more!Whether you are starting a new group, working to get a group back on track, or introducing a small group program as part of church or parachurch ministry, here is your ticket to effective foundations, training and practice.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0830811397
• ISBN13: 9780830811397
• Release Date: January 1995
• Publisher: InterVarsity Press
• Length: 202 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.2" x 7.6"

Customer Reviews

a practical guide to a challenging task

Leading a small group bible study for the first time can be intimidating. InterVarsity, a ministry centered on these groups, recognized this and took action by publishing this book. The SGL Handbook starts out by outlining the components of a good small group in-depth. But it doesn't stop there! It explains the different phases small groups experience and how you can be prepared for them. It deals with conflict head-on and encourages small group leaders to do the same. The last few chapters address issues of leadership. If you are leading a bible study for the first time, you need this resource! It will prove invaluable to you as you journey through leading a small group.