463 The small groups troubleshooting guide (Part 3 of 3)

We finally tackle all the awkward small group questions we’ve been avoiding. In the final episode of this three-part series, Scott Sanders and Richard Sweatman, discuss the topics about small groups they avoided in the first two episodes.We explore: Unhealthy groupsLow participationFinding enough leadersWhether AI has a place in writing Bible study materialKnowing when pastoral care needs to be escalatedGiving honest feedbackWhether ministry staff should be in groupsRichard Sweatman is an author and assistant pastor at Hunter Bible Church in Newcastle. Toolbox: Ep 201 Difficult Conversations Between A Church Leader and Staff MemberPart 1 of this mini series: Ep 461 The hidden decisions behind every small groups ministryPart 2 of this mini series: Ep 462 Your small groups are only as healthy as their leadersWisdom in Leadership by Craig HamiltonBeing a Small Group Leader by Richard SweatmanWriting a Small Group Study by Richard Sweatman DISCOUNT CODE: THE1THING for 30% off at Matthias Media when you purchase 10 or more of either of Richard’s booksCredits: This episode was brought to you by MTSThe One Thing is brought to you by ⁠⁠Reach Australia⁠⁠To pray for Reach Australia, join our ⁠⁠WhatsApp Group⁠⁠For ideas or questions please email ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠Support Reach Australia's online library