How long should the average small group meeting last?

It really depends upon the group. A task group, which meets for the primary purpose of serving together in a ministry, might meet as little as ten minutes—enough time to pray and encourage each other and perhaps have a short devotional. A home study group, on the other hand, could last up to three hours.

Meeting time is unique to each group and its overall mission. But it should always be worked out in the small group covenant process at the beginning of the study. Every six to eight weeks, the group should readdress the covenant. At this time, the group can decide to shorten or lengthen the meeting time.

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