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- You can download your planner HERE and the church planner HERE and the full workbook from the conference HERECheck out the videos referenced in the podcast HEREIn this session, Steve shares one of the biggest sources of excitement for Saddleback as a church. And in each group. Evangelism. Steve is going to begin the session[...]
- Do you need more small group leaders? How would you like to see an exponential increase of volunteers stepping up to serve in your church? Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 25 years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more[...]
- Do you need more small group leaders? How would you like to see an exponential increase of volunteers stepping up to serve in your church? Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 25 years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more[...]
- Do you need more small group leaders? How would you like to see an exponential increase of volunteers stepping up to serve in your church? Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 20+ years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more[...]
- Do you serve in a local church ministry? Are you a small group point person? Are you doing groups in a multisite context? If your answer is yes to any of these questions, then this Small Group Network podcast is for you as it will encourage and equip you regarding general ministry principles, leadership &[...]
- This month on Reading Lenz we cover Canoeing the Mountain by Tod Bolsinger. Join us as we learn how to navigate uncharted territory of small group ministry. To help carry the canoe over the mountain, this week's guest Small Group Network's own Northeast Regional Leader Kiersten Telzerow. Kiersten is also the Groups Director at[...]
- You can download your planner HERE and the church planner HERE and the full workbook from the conference HERECheck out the videos referenced in the podcast HEREWelcome to SG squared. Glad you joined us for this episode. In this particular one, we're going to be talking about how small groups just aren't a program in[...]
- This month we cover the breakout book, The Other Half of The Church, which has taken the Small Group Network by storm. Join our host Nick Lenzi and guest Tommy Carreras as they help us understand how we can activate our full brain when it comes to our spiritual development inside our group. We learn[...]
- Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 20+ years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small group ministries. In this episode, Steve is joined by co-host Derek and special guests Mark Grunden and Ron Kelleher to talk about 5[...]
- Pioneer of small groups ministry in the United States, Carl George has been an influential voice in churches for decades. Here, Carl shares his thoughts on the small groups movement over the years including trends, concerns, and the future of small groups ministry in the current cultural context. Carl George, an internationally recognized church consultant,[...]
- You can download your planner HERECheck out the videos referenced in the podcast HEREEveryone's got excuses... and here are 5 of the most common. But if you are hearing one (or all) of these excuses in your small group ministry, how should you respond? Listen to Steve's talk from the Purpose Driven Small Groups conference[...]
- You can download your planner HERE and the church planner HERECheck out the videos referenced in the podcast HEREEveryone's got excuses... and here are 5 of the most common. But if you are hearing one (or all) of these excuses in your small group ministry, how should you respond? Listen to Steve's talk from the[...]
- Since 2014, Peter Clow has served as a bi-vocational Discipleship Pastor at Emmanuel Baptist Church in New Hampshire. He oversees the small groups ministry and also serves on the Senior Leadership Pastoral team, assisting in the teaching and preaching, and in the growth and vision of the church. Peter is an Air Force veteran who[...]
- Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 20+ years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small group ministries. In this episode, Steve is joined by co-host Derek and special guest Matt Hamilton (who has 35 years of Tech Sales[...]
- Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 20+ years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small group ministries. In this episode, Steve is joined by co-host Derek and special guest Christina Dawson to talk about 7 ways CRM can[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- Listen in as Pastor Rick Warren talks about the coming trends in small group ministries. This was from our Lobby 2019 Gathering and is still relevant today! Part 2 next week! ★ Support this podcast ★
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- Goal: To know how to set and be comfortable having coffee/follow ups with Small Group leaders.Why: We want you to be totally comfortable contacting and meeting with small group leaders.It is important to remember that these folks are just like you. They have goals, fears, hurts, insecurities,families, family problems, health concerns and everything else you[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- On June 10th, the Faith at Work Summit at Saddleback Church is hosting Fortune 500, Christian executives from Target, Disney, Cisco Systems, Metronic and Capital Group. Each of these speakers are passionate about the integration of faith and work. They are seeing God move in their companies, specifically through Christian fellowships and Small groups in[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually. You even get half off in person[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually. You even get half off in person[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually. You even get half off in person[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually. You even get half off in person[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- Join ALL ACCESS! Are you ready to unlock your ministry's potential? Our ALL ACCESS plan includes courses from Steve Gladen and leading small group pastors from across the country. workshops quarterly coaching premium articles live digital events. All for the price of $49 a month or $490 annually.You even get half off in person events[...]
- Three Seasons of Ministry: What I Wish I Had KnownPart 1: StartingSteve Gladen has served as the Global Pastor of Small Groups at Saddleback Church since 1998. He oversees the strategic launch and development of over 7,000 adult small groups on multiple campuses. Steve has authored “Small Groups With Purpose,” which has been translated into[...]
- What is the difference between small groups and support groups? How do we care for the people in our small groups in ways that are healthy without becoming therapists for them? How do we keep small groups on track for their intended purpose? If you or anyone on your team is wrestling with these questions,[...]
- Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 20+ years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small group ministries. In this episode, Steve is joined by three special guests - Carolyn Taketa, Bill Donahue and Philip Byers to talk about[...]
- What is the difference between small groups and support groups? How do we care for the people in our small groups in ways that are healthy without becoming therapists for them? How do we keep small groups on track for their intended purpose? If you or anyone on your team is wrestling with these questions,[...]
- Being someone in ministry the desire is in all of us to be the one that rescues others, provides them the support, and gives them care they deserve. But in the books, we cover this month on Reading Lenz we discover that being the hero might not be the best way to get our people[...]
- "What will our groups study?" This is a common question in groups ministry and one that is critically important in shaping the dynamics and discipleship process of a group. The sermon based model has been increasingly popular over the past decade and can be a valuable tool to helping groups get into Scripture with one[...]
- The greatest gift you can give those you lead is your own healthy soul. So often, as pastors and Christian leaders, we get weary and depleted behind the scenes even while our ministries are thriving and successful. The statistics on pastors struggling with depression, anxiety, and burnout are alarming.Lance Witt is the founder of a[...]
- 1. How do you handle unclear or wrong communication?2. How do you handle worry?3. How do you figure out who's after you?4. How do you handle failure?7 Lessons Learned from Face Plants1. Think through your response and LISTEN2. The response is always done with humility3. Everything we do is being watched by the world4. We[...]
- Do you serve as a Small Group Point Person in your local church? Would you like to learn how to maximize your small group ministry budget for this new year? If your answer is yes, then you've come to the right place! In this exclusive Here to There Podcast episode, host Carolyn Taketa interviews Pastor[...]
- Description:Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 20+ years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small group ministries. In this episode, Steve talks about how to have a successful retreat for your small group ministry. Steve shares about the[...]
- Q As a small group point person, how am I cultivating my own relationship with the Lord?Q How do I create a culture of discipleship within my small group ministry?If you or anyone on your team is wrestling with these questions, you’ve come to the right place! Reid Smith has been equipping group leaders for[...]
- Listen is as we go back to February 2021 and the 3 Areas for Your Groups to Shine in Today’s Culture. We still find that this will be relevant in your group's setting today!7 Civilities Listen with your eyes (don’t roll your eyes) acknowledge their view Sleep and hungry—know the right time Social media news[...]
- Why are habits the best way to build consistency inside your groups? Join us for this month's episode of Reading Lenz as host Nick Lenzi is joined by Amber Walker to breakdown the New Times #1 Best Seller Atomic Habits by James Clear. This book has sold over 5 million copies, tune into to hear[...]
- Do you "want to want to read the Bible?" Do you or your groups struggle to incorporate Bible reading as a regular habit? We talk with Tara-Leigh Cobble, host of the Bible Recap, a short digest of a daily bible reading. With millions of downloads, Tara Leigh has been enormously influential in helping people love[...]
- Bill Search goes into the basics on small group ministry and leading groups, churches, and more from a personal and biblical perspective. This is a commonsense reminder episode on what it takes to connect in a meaningful way with your people.
- In this episode, Steve Gladen breaks down 5 areas where ministry leaders can re-imagine how they do coaching for their groups ministry. The following is what will specifically be covered in this show:History of Coaching Staff or volunteers Serve in one Help in another Saddleback’s history—building upon, keeping best of… 1.0 version (1998)1:5—I could recruit[...]
- How engaged is your senior pastor in the small groups ministry? When senior leadership is on board and talking often about groups from the platform, the church is likely to make groups a higher priority and will have more groups, more leaders, and more impact on discipleship. So how do you get your senior pastor[...]
- From the Lobby Gathering in 2019, Pastor Rick Warren shares his heart on Small Groups and what is to come. ★ Support this podcast ★
- How do you define discipleship? How do you know that people are actually being discipled through small groups? If you or anyone on your team is wrestling with these questions, you’ve come to the right place!Reid Smith has been equipping group leaders for effective disciple-making since 1996. He was a part of the Small Group[...]
- Description:Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 20+ years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small group ministries. In this episode, Steve & co-host Deek talk about 5 Ways to Start the Year Right in regards to your small[...]
- Do you desire to be the best leader you can be? Would you like to strengthen the weaker areas of your leadership? Do you want to influence people like never before and help elevate your team to new heights? If your answer is "Yes," then you’ve come to the right place!Jenni Catron is the author[...]
- This month we take a break from reading to tackle the breakout TV show Ted Lasso. We have so much to learn from Ted Lasso. He’s the ideal small group point person. He’s humble, curious, and timely. My guest, Ben Reed, and I break down three key lessons we've learned from the show and how[...]
- Who do you want on your team? And how do you recruit people to join you? Small groups ministry cannot be done by yourself. We all need a team of people with different personalities, gifts, and skills to build a thriving groups ministry. Listen to Steve share the top ten things he considers when he[...]
- If we were to ask you, “what are your top 3 challenges in your small groups ministry?” One of your answers would probably be related to getting new leaders or starting new groups! Whether you are launching a new small groups ministry at your church or growing an existing one, it can only happen when[...]
- Do you serve in a local church ministry? Are you a small group point person? Are you doing groups in a multisite context? If your answer is yes to any of these questions, then this Small Group Network podcast is for you as it will encourage and equip you regarding general ministry principles, leadership &[...]
- Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 20+ years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small group ministries. In this episode, Steve & co-host Derek talk about Evangelism Made Easy for Small Groups.The 6 Fs ★ Support this podcast[...]
- We would all agree that small group leaders need the support, mentoring, and care that a coaching system can provide, but it continues to be an area of ministry that is challenging, and often a source of confusion and frustration. In this exclusive interview, Host Carolyn Taketa talks with Allen White about issues related to[...]
- Dr. David Wang is a licensed psychologist and associate professor of psychology and pastoral counseling at the Rosemead School of Psychology, at Biola University. He is the editor of the Journal of Psychology and Theology and serves on the editorial board for Spirituality in Clinical Practice (an APA journal). He also leads research funded by[...]
- Since evangelism is critical part of discipleship, it is typically a high value for our churches. However, practically speaking, many of our groups do not engage regularly in intentional outreach to nonbelievers. In this episode with Joel Comiskey, we focus on why evangelism helps small groups thrive and how we can empower groups to engage[...]
- Pioneer of small groups ministry in the United States, Carl George has been an influential voice in churches for decades. Here, Carl shares his thoughts on the small groups movement over the years including trends, concerns, and the future of small groups ministry in the current cultural context. Carl George, an internationally recognized church consultant,[...]
- Topic: A question we frequently field from our small group leaders is, "What should we study?" There is an overwhelming range of materials and topics to choose from and it is critical to choose curriculum wisely. What a group chooses to study has a significant impact on group dynamics and spiritual growth. On this podcast,[...]
- Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 20+ years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small group ministries. In this episode, Steve & co-host Deek talk about 20 ways that you can honor and celebrate the leaders in your[...]
- Bio: Since 2017, Bart has been serving at Traders Point Christian Church, a multi-site congregation in Indianapolis, IN with 5 campuses, as their Lead Groups Minister, Campus Pastor for their 2000+ site, and on their Leadership Team. Prior to that, he ministered for 12 years as a Discipleship and Teaching pastor in Northern Indiana. Bart[...]
- his month's guest is Peter Englert from Browncoft Church in Rochester, NY. Peter serves as the Adult Ministries Director and is a blogger for the Small Group Network. Together we tackle the book Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss a former FBI negotiator. Listen in as we share what we learned from the FBI[...]
- Since 2014, Peter Clow has served as a bi-vocational Discipleship Pastor at Emmanuel Baptist Church in New Hampshire. He oversees the small groups ministry and also serves on the Senior Leadership Pastoral team, assisting in the teaching and preaching, and in the growth and vision of the church. Peter is an Air Force veteran who[...]
- A lot has changed since Creating Community, by Andy Stanley and Bill Willits was published 16 years ago describing the North Point Church's vision and strategies for group life. New realities, cultural shifts, technological changes, sociological dynamics, and organizational challenges have caused us to reevaluate our assumptions and strategies about small groups ministries. Listen to[...]
- Description:Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 20+ years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small group ministries. In this episode, Steve talks about the third Leadership Pipelines You Must Have In Your small group ministry: the small group[...]
- Guests: From Calvary Community Church in Westlake Village, CA Britt Vargas, High School Ministry Director - brittany.vargas@calvarywestlake.org Connor Johnson, Middle School Pastor - connor.johnson@calvarywestlake.org https://calvarywestlake.org/middle-school/ https://calvarywestlake.org/high-school/ How do we disciple the next generation through small groups? Why have student small groups? What do you look for in student group leaders? How do you[...]
- Guests: From Calvary Community Church in Westlake Village, CA Britt Vargas, High School Ministry Director - brittany.vargas@calvarywestlake.org Connor Johnson, Middle School Pastor - connor.johnson@calvarywestlake.org https://calvarywestlake.org/middle-school/ https://calvarywestlake.org/high-school/ How do we disciple the next generation through small groups? Why have student small groups? What do you look for in student group leaders? How do you[...]
- This month Andrew Camp rejoins Reading Lenz to break down the book How to Lead When You Are Not in Charge by Clay Scroggins Next month's book Silos, Politics and Turf Wars by Patrick Lencioni.
- Guest: Greg Anderson Greg is originally from Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and has been in full-time church-based ministry since 1996 as a small group pastor, most recently at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale. He has been involved with SGN from the early days of its launch, and currently serves as the Southeast Regional Representative for the[...]
- Guests on the Panel:Bill Search is the author of Essential Guide for Small Group Leaders and Simple Small Groups. Currently serving as Executive Pastor of Ministries at Crossings Community Church in Oklahoma City. Heather Lee has served on staff at Crossroads Church in Manteca, California for 12 years and as the Groups Director for the last[...]
- Part 1 https://open.spotify.com/episode/6v5K4Qx54JVRwJYvNvKLUR?si=IzSx5CoyRPeQUrxPtTIqjA5 Ways to Reimagine Coachinghttps://open.spotify.com/episode/4yMNGT61KXKMAqiNtRehA7?si=XJeq4nbfTASKreJNwpLnRgCL Development PathwayCL VillageDescription:Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 20+ years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small group ministries.In this episode, Steve talks about the 3 Leadership Pipelines You Must Have In[...]
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