Small Group Leader Training
Training is available for people who are currently leading small groups or anyone who is interested in leading a small group at Lexington United Methodist Church. The training consists of a total of three modules and is conducted on three separate weekends. The weekends are usually scheduled in August, February, and March. You do not have to attend modules 1 or 2 in order, but you do have to complete at least one modules before taking module # 3.
All three modules must be completed in order to be a Certified Small Group Leader. If you have led a group in the past, are currently leading a group, or have thought about leading a group, this training is for you!
The leadership training is based on ChristCare Small Group Leadership Training curriculum, a component of the Stephen Ministries.
Module 1
Friday - 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Saturday - 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
The following topics will be covered during that time:
- How to get your Small Group Off to a Great Start
- Building Community in Your Small Group
- Caring in and Through Small Groups
- Communications Skills for Small Group Leaders
Module 2
Friday - 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Saturday - 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
The following topics will be covered during that time:
- Confidentiality in Small Groups
- When and How to Make Referrals for Additional Care
- Prayer and Worship in Small Groups
- Missional Service by Small Groups
Module 3
Friday - 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Saturday - 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
The following topics will be covered during that time:
- How to use the Bible as an Equipping Tool
- Being a Process Oriented Leader
- Small Group Leader Facilitation Skills
- The Nuts and Bolts of Leading a Small Group
Registration
Currently we have no training classes scheduled. When they are scheduled there will be a link here to the registration form.
Contact Information
Ruth Arant - Ruth@lexumcsc.com or 359-6838
David Marshall - Dmarshall3@sc.rr.com or 796-7228
Commonly asked questions:
Q: What is a Small Group?
A: Any group that meets on a regular basis, short or long term, with a designated leader can be considered a Small Group.
Q: Is there a special structure require that a ChristCare group must follow?
A: There is no specific structure required. However, using the Christ Care Small Group Training requirements, all Small groups include the following five components.
- Prayer and Worship
- Biblical Equipping
- Community care
- Missional Service
- Writing a covenant together
Q: I am already leading a structured Bible study. What does this training offer that I do no already have that would help me lead my Bible study more effectively?
A: That’s a very good question. Many Bible studies, such as Disciple or Beth Moore, have an imposed structure that includes some or even all of the components above. This Small Group Leaders Training will enhance the skills you already have in the areas of listening, confidentiality, facilitation skills and other areas. It will also extend your ability to lead more effectively by offering targeted training in areas that are not normally included in Bible study training. That might include building community, referrals for additional care, prayer and worship, or other areas that will help you become an even better small group leader.