Equip Small Group Leaders to Lead Well Your church's small group ministry is where faith can get real. Where masks can slide off and honest struggles and doubts surface. Maybe. It all depends on the leaders of your groups. Give your leaders the training they need to take group members deeper. To create group cultures that encourage transparency. To cope with questions, deal with doubts, and make disciples. This book offers your team a lifetime of easy-to-read, easy-to-remember advice from experienced small group ministry leaders. They share what they've learned, what they wish they'd known earlier, and dozens of proven practical tips that will aid in developing healthy small groups in your church.

Help! I Lead Volunteer Teams At My Church! includes in-depth, ministry specific training manuals for the the following ministries: *Altar Worker Training Manual *Greeter Team Training Manual *Usher Team Training Manual *Small Group Leader Training Manual This Church Volunteer Handbook is a bundle of training manuals. Each handbook provides a way for you to teach your ministry teams and clarify expectations. The manuals will help you lead your teams toward excellence and servanthood. This ministry training manual bundle will provide you and your teams with the instruction you're looking for. A new volunteer at your church may not realize how important each aspect of ministry is at your church. They may not know your vision for the team. The expectations may not be clear to them. However, ministry is too important to be unclear in these areas. Training the ministry workers at your church is not as hard as you might think, and, believe it or not, most volunteers want to receive instruction for the area of ministry they are volunteering in. The importance of making a great first impression cannot be emphasized enough! You know what a difference it can make to be serve others well, it can impact them so much so that it can determine whether or not they ever return. Think of the times where you have been served at a restaurant or store. You may remember the bad experiences more than the good ones. With this training manual bundle you can train each ministry team to meet the various needs of people. Ensuring that adequate training takes place is important! Each of these connections can influence a person's entire worship experience. A handbook provides three things for your church volunteer teams: 1. Accountability - Clearly providing a written ministry handbook gives you something to return to when volunteers seem to be missing the point or not meeting expectations. 2. Articulation - Having a manual allows you to easily share the vision and mission of your ministry with every volunteer at your church. 3. Accomplishment - Written guidelines convey that what you're doing is important, while this may be subtle, providing a manual communicates that you care about your ministry. Of course training your ministry leaders begins with your example of living and modeling what you expect from them. Therefore, I want to help you focus on the relationships you have with your team rather than spending hours and hours creating manuals from scratch. Remove the frustration of coming up with and finding training material for your ministry teams by taking advantage of getting this handbook today! Help! I Lead Volunteer Teams At My Church! is a bundle of four different, customized training manuals for your greeter, usher, prayer, and small group teams. Remove the frustration of coming up with training material for your ministry teams. Plus, included with the Church Volunteer Handbook is a free bonus resource to help you develop new leaders. Each ministry team is a important part to your next weekend gathering or service. Therefore, providing clarity and adequate training for every team is even more important. In order to do a great job, team members need clear instructions. This Church Volunteer Handbook is a bundle of training manuals.

The goal of youth ministry is “real” transformation. But “polite” youth ministry—when teenagers show up, say nice things to each other, yet never get real with one another—is not how transformational discipleship happens. Authors Tighe and Thomas believe leading young people into an intimate, abiding relationship with Jesus is the most important investment small-group leaders can make in life. And they truly believe that anyone who cares for teenagers can do it! Real ministry happens when volunteers/small-group leaders are equipped and empowered to reach and develop relationships that make a difference in the lives of the teenagers. But so many don’t feel like they really know how. Small-Group Leader’s Quick Guide to (Almost) Everything gives your volunteers the practical training they need in the bite-size format they’ll appreciate. This book is like a satisfying “protein bar” for youth ministry volunteers. It’s made for busy people who want to make a big difference in the lives of teenagers. Here’s some of what you’ll find packed into this quick guide: • Why relationships are EVERYTHING in youth ministry, and how to pour fuel on that fire • How to “decode” teenagers’ behavior in the moment and respond in a meaningful way • Why experiencing a relationship with Jesus matters more than just knowing facts • How to help hurting teenagers • How to set healthy boundaries for you and the teenagers • And so much more! If you’re a volunteer youth worker who cares for teenagers, you don’t have to be “cool” or wear skinny jeans or have a theological degree. You just need to have a desire to be present in the lives of students and feel equipped to respond. This book helps you do that...

This handbook is part of a series designed to equip and empower church volunteers for effective ministry. If you're reading this, chances are you're a church volunteer. Thanks for your willingness to serve!

It's time to dive into The Volunteers Handbook: Essential Tips For Serving in Children's Ministry—your ultimate guide to making a lasting impact in the lives of the children and families you serve. Packed with practical advice, inspiring insights, and a sprinkle of fun, this handbook is designed to equip and empower you for the incredible journey of children's ministry. From understanding your vital role to creating a safe and welcoming environment, you'll find everything you need to know to thrive as a volunteer. You'll learn to reach kids of all ages (and energy levels!), build positive relationships with both children and parents, and master the art of managing classroom behavior like a pro. Discover effective teaching strategies, Get tips on avoiding those burnout blues, and become a part of a dynamic team united in purpose. Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or just starting out, this book is your go-to resource for all things children’s ministry. So, dive in, and let’s make every moment count in the lives of our precious children. Because what you do matters—and together, we can inspire a generation for Christ one child at a time!

This handbook is part of a series designed to equip and empower church volunteers for effective ministry. If you're reading this, chances are you're a church volunteer. Thanks for your willingness to serve!

Over the past two decades, small groups have gone from spontaneous gatherings among friends to a major and elaborate phenomenon in the church. Many evangelical churches have some form of small groups ministry in place. But there's just one problem, says Bill Search--what started as a simple get-together has become a complicated process, especially for small group leaders. They are often not sure what is expected of them or what to expect from their groups as a result of their efforts. In Simple Small Groups, Search lays out the three C's of small groups--connecting, changing, and cultivating. This paradigm helps to simplify leading small groups in a way that is helpful, rewarding, and life changing. Unlike many other books geared toward small group leaders, Simple Small Groups does not require a church-wide adoption of an intricately designed system of assimilation, making it useful to any small group leader looking for guidance.

This handbook is part of a series designed to equip and empower church volunteers for effective ministry. If you're reading this, chances are you're a church volunteer. Thanks for your willingness to serve!