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Coach's Corner 23: Why Your Parish's Small Groups Don't Last


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What does it really take to spark a movement in your parish?

Small groups are both easier—and more challenging—than we think. They’re not sustained by participants or materials alone, but by vision, culture, and structure. In this episode, I share why small groups can be pandemic-proof, recession-proof, even persecution-proof—if they’re rooted in mission, shaped by a culture of accompaniment, and supported by strong leadership structures. Discover how to build small groups that don’t just care for those inside the room, but expand outward to transform your parish and beyond.

[00:22] Introduction to Small Group Movements

[01:49] Challenges and Misconceptions
[03:05] Essential Elements for Success
[03:52] Vision for Mission
[05:35] Culture of Accompaniment
[07:31] Structures for Accompaniment
[10:10] Resources and Final Thoughts

Don’t forget to check out Grow a Healthy Small Group Workshop.

For more practical advice and experiences from real people sharing their mission with the world, go to https://equip.archomaha.org/podcast/.

A Production of the Archdiocese of Omaha

Editor: Taylor Schroll (ForteCatholic.com)

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