Knowledge of God as a core competency of Growth Group Leading? Sounds big! Listen to Dave and Richard to find out more.

What is Character? Why is it important for Growth Group leading?

Growth Group leaders and others in ministry supervising roles have to think about what makes a competent GG leader. Richard and Dave raise the idea of the 5 areas of competency plus the framework of grace.

Last time we talked about the importance of friends and some of the limitations of Growth Groups. This week we give some tips on how to help your GG members make friends.

As we pastor people in groups it's worth talking with them about friends and friendships. How might we go about this?

Sometimes as GG leaders we find ourselves in disagreement with church leaders and pastors. What are the dangers in this situation? What should you do?

So after your trainee has had a go at leading, what are some good ways to give feedback?

So you've chosen a trainee or two to have a go at leading. Dave and Richard talk about how best to prepare them.

You've gotten to know your group, now it's time to find people to train. Dave and Richard help get you started.

What should you talk about with your co-leader as you meet up?

Dave and Richard chat this through (then take a two week holiday :) )