Small Groups
with
PURPOSE
Everything You Need to Lead a Healthy Group
Steve Gladen
BakerBooks
a division of Baker Publishing Group
Grand Rapids, Michigan
Published by Baker Books
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Paperback edition published 2013
ISBN 978-0-8010-1496-3
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The Library of Congress has cataloged the original edition as follows:
Gladen, Steve, 1960–
Leading small groups with purpose: everything you need to lead a healthy group / Steve Gladen.
p. cm.
Includes index.
ISBN 978-0-8010-1380-5 (cloth)
1. Church group work. 2. Small groups—Religious aspects—Christianity.
I. Title.
BV652.2.G484 2012
259—dc23
2011030791
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To each of you who lead community, not for
the glory, fame, or status, but to play a role in
God’s kingdom purpose to see people live out the
Great Commission and Great Commandment.
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About Leading Small Groups with Purpose: Everything You Need to Lead a Healthy GroupFor the new small group leader, the seasoned leader who feels their small group lacks purpose, or the leader who is itching to move their small group to the next level, Leading Small Groups with Purpose is the road map to follow. Every chapter includes ideas that you can implement immediately, as well as ways to shape your small group over time. With Steve Gladen’s expert help, you will define success clearly, develop a personal leadership plan, invite members into your group, and help members fulfill the Great Commission and the Great Commandment. |
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