Being a small group leader is fun and a gift to your group!  Here are some points to remember to help you enjoy your time as a leader, meet your goals, and serve your group.

» Host vs. Leader - What's the difference?

• If you want to start a small group - or have never lead one before - consider starting out as a Host. 
  • Have a heart for your church
  • Open your home 
  • Serve a pot of coffee
  • Turn on the DVD
• If you like it, consider receiving some training from your church and become a Leader.
• Contact your church's small group volunteer or pastor and recieve some small group training from your church
• Help your group grow in the 5 purposes:
• Help them connect in authentic community - fellowship
• Help them to grow to be like Christ - discipleship
• Help them develop their SHAPE to minister - service
• Help them share their life mission - evangelize
• Help them surrender their lives for God's pleasure - worship

» Goal of the Host/Leader

• Welcome and encourage
• Streamline the coordination

» Role of the Host/Leader

• Hospitality
• Facilitate
• Encourage
• Coordinate
• Empower others to serve in the group
• Check out our Hosting Lifetogether training: Hosting Lifetogether