I frequently get contacted from other church leaders asking about Groups at GCC. I love talking about what we do! What I hate is that the answers get complicated; what we do requires different questions from what are normally asked.
Most of the models for doing small groups, training, and structure --- yeah, we don't follow. So, I've invested some time over the past couple years on this blog to provide further understanding.
How does Granger get people to want to join a small group? We don't try to get everyone in a group.
How do you get new small groups started? Our goal is not to start new groups, and we don't call them small groups, life groups, home groups, etc.
If you don' have everyone in a group, how does Granger disciple people and provide care? There are some realities that we've faced: realities about groups and realities about organizational structure.
Doesn't the church have a responsibility to make people be accountable to one another? We don't believe that's our responsibility.
Do you hear complaints from people? Yes.
How did you make all these changes? We offer less choices.
What does Granger offer then in terms of groups? Monday is Group Night at GCC.
When people do opt to meet as a group on their own, how do you know what they're studying or talking about? What's your approval process? We don't have an approval process, and we don't track what they're doing.
How does Granger find competent group leaders? We look for those who have doubt.
How do you know your leaders are spiritually mature? We don't.
How does Granger provide leader care? Connect. Value. Include. Challenge.
I hope this serves as a helpful 'one stop place' to get some answers. I'd love to talk with you further! I hope this is an effective way to help you first get your head around how we do groups at GCC. I look forward to hearing from you!
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