Here at Bethel we aim to make disciples of Jesus (Matt. 28:19-20), and small groups are an essential piece in achieving this vision. Our group leaders are instrumental in creating environments where disciples are truly being made in small groups.

Group leaders are successful when they are growing and helping their groups grow in these 4 areas:

1. God Lover – Surrendering our hearts and lives to Jesus continually (worship)
2. Relationship Builder – Experiencing healthy relationships with other followers of Jesus (fellowship) and discovering and using their God-given gifts and abilities (ministry)
3. Obedient Follower – Growing in our relationship with Jesus both cognitively and experientially (discipleship)
4. World Influencer – Reaching out and sharing the good news of Jesus with unbelievers (evangelism)

Below you will find a list of resources as we strive to equip you for this ministry.

Primary Tools

• Getting Started - This file will help you plan you first few group meetings and get other details in order.
• GROW Group Basics - Here are some practical things to consider as you lead your small group.
• Sharing Your Story - This is a handout you can give to your members to help them share their testimony.
• GROW Ideas - This is a list of ideas and activities categorized by G-R-O-W that you can use in leading your group.

Additional Resources

• GROW Group Delegation Sheet - Divide up common GROW Group tasks so that everyone is able to take ownership in the group.
• Small Group Purpose - outlines the purpose and key components of a small group, categorized by GROW.
• Small Group Commitment - defines the expectations and commitment that members make to one another
• Importance of Outward Focus - Describes the importance of and methods for keeping a group outward focused.
• Communicating Vision - Describes the importance of and methods for communicating vision to your small group.
• Small Group Evaluation Questions - Use these questions to regularly evaluate whether you are balancing GROW in your small group
• GROW Group Childcare Agreement - Need childcare for your group? This has some practical ideas for arranging childcare in your group.
• Q&A on Local Church Membership - Is church membership biblical? Why should a Christian join a local church? Answers to these and other common questions about church membership.
• Leading Meaningful Discussion - This short video playlist is designed to help you grow in leading group discussion
• Biblical One Anothers - What are the “One Anothers”? This document lists all the “One Another” Commands in the New Testament.
• Marriage Studies - Here are a few studies that we’ve reviewed and believe can be helpful for your group.
• Mentoring Presentation Slides
• Module 1 - God’s Word: What is the Bible and how do I use it?
• Module 2 - God: Who Is He and What’s So Great About Him?
• Put On Put Off Chart - Originally created for the WeChurch campaign based on Ephesians 4, this chart can help you and your group members as you strive to put off sinful attitudes and behaviors and put on righteousness.