![]() Then I like to help get everyone get focused by leading them into worship with 1 or 2 songs. This is especially useful when new people join the group of you have people who don’t know each other very well.Ĭheck out: 10 Small Church Ice Breakers for simple games and conversation starters I use to builder stronger friendships and get everyone relaxed. I almost always have some kind of group ice breaker to get the room warmed up. In my recent post: How To Run A Bible Study (Even If You Never Have Before) I walk you through the 4 main elements I like to include: What is the format of your group going to look like? What Bible study resources and materials are you going to use? Personally I always try to avoid meeting in the church, people just don’t seem to relax or open up as much than when you’re in a home setting. Meeting in someone’s home is ideal (at least you know they’re definitely going to show up!) but failing that you might want to consider meeting in a coffee shop or a small room in the church. You’re going to want to make it as easy as possible for people to get together so choose a place that is quiet, free from distractions and easy to get to. The key here is consistency and convenience. If you’re serious about making your Bible study a success you need to invite people one-on-one. From my experience, broadcasting a general invite form the church stage doesn’t work. ![]() One of the most important things to remember is that nothing beats the personal invite. ![]() Worship group, welcome group, children’s workers etc. A service team within your church i.e.Here are just some of the specifric demographics you could target: If this is the case, contact the follow up team and find out how you can follow these new people up and get them connected into a small group. There’s a few ways you can find potential attendees maybe your church is running a sermon series based on connecting into small groups and drop a sign up form in the offering bucket if they’re interested in joining.Ī lot of churches have first time visitors fill out a connect card with a tick box for small groups. Who’s your target age range? Are you focusing on a specific geographical area? Knowing what your purpose is from the beginning makes it easier from the get-go and it will determine who you’re going to invite, where you’re going to meet and what Bible study resources you’re going to use. I like to speak on the vision of the group the first time we meet, and periodically after that, to ensure everyone is clear and going in the same direction. Whatever your purpose, make it clear and memorable and share if often. Grab a pen and paper and take a few minutes to scribble down a few of your reasons until it’s solidified in your mind. Here’s a great video from Simon Sinek on why it’s important to start with your why: You have to picture the outcome you want to see happen before you can make it happen. Whatever your reason, start with the end in mind. ![]() You want to help new church members get connected.You’d like to start a Bible study group to reach the people in your part of the city.The women’s groups are flourishing but there’s no men’s groups to speak of.You see a group of young people in the church that aren’t getting discipled.In other words, clearly define the purpose of starting and running the group.įor example, you could be starting the Bible study because: we first need to answer the “Why?”, “Who?”, “Where?”, “What?” and “When?” In order to properly answer the “How?” of starting a small group Bible study. So if the thought of starting your first small group terrifies you or you simply don’t know where to start – follow this guide, ask me anything you’re not sure about and I know you’ve got this. Just as the tallest mountains or raging seas can’t separate us from the love of God, no one or no thing can stop the call of God on your life. He’s called you to take up your part in the shepherding of his flock. I believe you’re reading this because God’s called you raise leaders and build disciples. Today in this 5 step how to start a small group Bible study guide I want to break down how you can take to get your first small group off the ground into bite-size portions.īut let me start by making you a promise:
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