When was the last time your leadership team truly felt like a community, not just a collection of volunteers? In this episode of Disciple-making in Community, host Ken Braddy sits down with David Loyed, adult discipleship pastor at Whitesburg Baptist Church, to explore what it takes to build genuine community within church groups—starting with leadership. If you're a small group leader who wants to strengthen your group’s dynamics, develop new leaders, and foster spiritual growth through service, this conversation will both challenge and equip you.

 Ken and David dive into the critical role of community within church groups and how leadership teams can set the tone for authentic relationships and discipleship. Drawing from his experience and insights from the E4 Conference, David unpacks the value of training and equipping leaders, highlighting how serving in leadership positions promotes both personal and group growth. The episode emphasizes trust, communication, and the importance of inviting group members to step into leadership roles. Whether you're leading a group or building a team, this conversation offers practical encouragement for creating a vibrant, service-driven church community.

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