October Ministry Opportunities
Of course your small group is looking for places to serve together. Serving others together is a great way for your group to grow closer. Here are two great opportunities for your group this...
View ArticleServing - Thanksgiving small group opportunities
Many small groups are looking for places to serve over the holidays. This year, your small group can be a blessing to others on Thanksgiving. Here's how your small group can help:· Make sure everyone...
View ArticleOnline study tools for your small group - FREE
We've researched some exceptional tools for your small group. Great news! They're all free:http://www.saddleback.com/resources/spiritualhealth/ - the Spiritual Health section of the Saddleback Church...
View ArticleHow to get people for your small group
You agreed to Host a small group at your home. Who's going to come? And how do you get them interested? How do you get them to come back? Plan on finding the people for your group, meaning don't count...
View ArticleHow to prepare for your first group meeting
A day before your meeting, spend a few minutes with the study guide. Read the short introduction on pages vi through vii. Then read through the resources on pages 67-73. And then, glance at Week 1 on...
View ArticleUpcoming Leader Training and membership CLASS 101
If you haven't been to Leader Training 1, which is our basic training for small group Hosts and co-Hosts, consider going. We encourage everyone in small groups to learn more about how to have a...
View ArticleWhat are you studying next?
You've been hearing about The Bible, the great new television series that Pastor Rick has helped with that starts Sunday, March 3, on the History Channel. Great news - it is now available as a 5-week...
View Article4 things your small group should consider studying next
Looking for the next thing to study? Consider this list of possibilities in four categories of small group studies: 1. Financial Stewardship Managing Our Finances God's Way 2. Dealing with...
View Article7 practical worship ideas to try in your group
Some people just don't want to sing. Some people don't want to hear other people sing. But worship isn't just about singing. Here are some ideas on how to bring worship into your small group: . Find a...
View ArticleThe 3 best technology tools for small groups
1. Google Drive - the perfect way to share a list that everyone can work on at the same time, create a form that your members can use to sign up for food or serving, provide a copy of your small group...
View Article6 social media tricks for your small group
So, do you have a Facebook account? How about a Pinterest account? Instagram? Twitter? All of these social media options are great for building community, which is exactly what your small group is...
View ArticleThree easy ways for your group to serve together this summer
Here are three easy ideas for your small group to serve together and make a difference this summer:1. Motel church. Your group will serve breakfast for people living in a motel, providing food and...
View Article10 best summer ideas for your group
Summer means doing small group a different way at times. Make summer a fun time and your group will make plenty of memories this year.Meet at the beach, a lake or a park a couple times this summer on...
View ArticleGood neighbor opportunities throughout Southern California
Good neighbor programs are Local PEACE initiatives to help our surrounding communities by reaching out and extending a hand as neighbors. Here are upcoming events and contacts for other communities:...
View ArticleOne easy way for your small group to help the homeless
If you were inspired by last weekend's message, your small group is probably thinking about how you might help the homeless. It's estimated that 28,000 children are homeless in the OC. You can make a...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Six outreach ideas for your small group to try
Don't miss this summer's opportunities to reach others for Christ. These ideas will take you from "Easy, anybody can do this" to "We will have to stretch to do this."1. Start your next small group...
View ArticleSmall Group Guidelines and Agreement
Small Group Guidelines and AgreementWe agree to the following valuesClear Purpose To grow healthy, spiritual lives by building a healthy small group community.Group Attendance To give priority to the...
View Article"What should we do this fall?"
Great question. The next campaign is scheduled for January. So what do you do this fall? Pastor Rick's current message series is powerful, so many groups are using Talk It Over to dig deeper into...
View ArticleFour great ideas to inject new energy in your group
1. Take Leader Training 1 as a small group. The next church-wide campaign is coming in January so get your group ready by going together. You can even do it online. You'll learn the Saddleback...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Two great fall serving opportunities for your small group
Motel Outreach is small group and family-friendly. These are great family-friendly serving opportunities on Saturday or Sunday mornings serving warm breakfast and caring conversation with families...
View Article