Best Steve Gladen Lumivoz Podcasts (2025)

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10 Ideas For Engaging Upset Members 33:45

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10 Practical Steps for Handling Upset Individuals in Small Group Ministry In this episode of SG Squared, Pastor Steve Gladen, with over 25 years of small group ministry experience, and his co-host Derek discuss valuable advice on managing upset individuals within small group ministry. The conversation includes light-hearted pre-show banter about th…

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Steve Gladen - Empowering Your Leaders 49:21

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Steve is the Founder and CEO of the Small Group Network. An international, non-denominational network, started in 2007, to help churches Eradicate Loneliness, engage the Bible, and impact the world. Steve also serves as an Elder of Saddleback Church. He stepped away in August 2025 from local church ministry, where he had been Pastor of Small Groups…

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SGN Update #3 & 10 Things That Could Be A Part Of Your Group Guidelines 37:45

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SGN Update #3 & 10 Things That Could Be A Part Of Your Group Guidelines Join hosts Steve Gladen and Derek Olson for a lively and insightful episode packed with updates from the Small Group Network and a practical deep dive into crafting effective small group guidelines. Steve shares the latest on SGN’s mission, new initiatives, and the ongoing effo…

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5 Tips to Set Your Small Groups Up Strong 28:44

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Five Essential Tips for Setting Up Strong Small Groups This Fall with Steve Gladen In this engaging episode of SG Squared, Derek hosts Steve Gladen, a seasoned small group ministry leader with over 25 years of experience, to share five essential tips for setting up strong small groups this fall. Steve makes two major announcements, discussing his d…

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A New Day At The Small Group Network (BONUS EPISODE) 8:46

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The Next Chapter for Small Group Network: A Vision of Connection and Impact Learn more at https://smallgroupnetwork.com In this special edition of SG Squared, Steve Gladen passionately shares his personal journey and the transformative power of small groups, beginning with his family's conversion story. Following his departure from Saddleback Churc…

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7 Ways Your Small Group Leaders Can Have The Best Summer Ever 26:42

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7 Ways to Encourage and Empower Small Group Leaders This Summer In this exciting episode of SG Squared, Steve Gladen, the global pastor of small groups at Saddleback Church, along with co-host Derek, discuss seven practical and creative ways to encourage and build into small group leaders during the summer. From handwritten cards and spontaneous dr…

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The Best Part of Your Week: How to Make Groups Fun, Relational, and Life-Giving - Featuring Brad Shank 35:11

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Enhancing Small Group Ministry: Insights from the Lobby Gathering In this episode of SG Squared, Steve Gladden and James Browning discuss the annual Lobby Gathering event in Southern California, which brings together small group pastors from around the world. The conversation highlights the inception of the Lobby Gathering, emphasizing the importan…

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Scott Sullivan - The Power of Real Relationships 53:06

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Scott Sullivan is the Discipleship Catalyst for the Georgia Baptist Mission Board, where he serves hundreds of churches all across the state. Scott and his team take churches through thorough assessments and, focusing on relational disciple-making practices, partner with pastors and leaders to create customized strategies within the context of thei…

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3 mistakes to avoid with your Lead Pastor 23:34

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3 mistakes to avoid with your Lead or Supervising Pastor Mistake #1: Wrong assumptions In the middle of a difficult moment with leadership relationships, it is very easy to assume the worst about them. A Christian counselor friend once said, “When we assume the motives of someone else we are wrong most of the time.” I have learned this is very true…

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The 4 "K"s of Small Group Ministry Spring Cleaning 19:11

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Spring Cleaning for Small Group Ministry: The 5 Ks with Steve Gladen In this episode of FG Squared, Steve Gladen, the global pastor of small groups from Saddleback Church, shares insights from his 25+ years of experience to help listeners enhance their small group ministries. Joined by Derek, Steve discusses 'The 4 Ks of Small Group Ministry Spring…

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LIVE from DLN Conference with Allan Taylor and Joseph Brasher 32:50

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Joseph surrendered to full-time vocational ministry in 2010. He currently serves as the Adult Pastor at New Vision in Murfreesboro, TN. In 2022, Joseph began serving as the Director of Institutional Effectiveness at Williamson College in Franklin, TN. Joseph is involved in various networks, including Disciple Leaders Network, where he has served as…

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Discovering a Different Kind of Tribe with Rick Howerton 41:00

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Rick spent thirteen years as an author, trainer, coach, and consultant at LifeWay Church Resources, three years with NavPress, and five years aiding churches for the Kentucky Baptist Convention. Prior to these experiences, he served as a Campus Minister on two campuses, a Teaching and Groups Pastor at a thriving church, and planted The Bridge Churc…

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Living Free from Shame - Craig Walker 45:30

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Craig Walker is the founder of Craig Walker Coaching, where he helps men struggling with self-doubt discover that God created them as masterpieces. After years of battling self-doubt and shame-based living, Craig discovered freedom by embracing the identity God gave him in Christ and living according to who God says he is, rather than who his doubt…

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5 Emotional Refreshments for You & Your Groups (Replay) 32:40

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Equipping Small Group Leaders: Insights from Saddleback Church In this episode of SG Squared, Steve Gladen, the global pastor of small groups at Saddleback Church, shares his extensive experience to encourage and equip small group leaders. The episode includes the 'Saddleback Scoop,' highlighting the church's shift from fruitfulness to faithfulness…

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Special Episode from the Group Answers Podcast with Chris Surratt and Steve Gladen 46:14

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This episode is a very special cross post from the Group Answers podcast. We are sharing in honor of the passing of Chris Surratt, a friend and brother in Christ who has impacted thousands of small group point people around the world. Thanks for taking the time to listen, and don't forget to check out Group Answers podcast wherever you listen to po…

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What is a Healthy Group? 36:20

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In this episode, the tables are turned as cohost Matt Moore sits down to interview Adam Erlichman and Sterling Archer to answer the question, "What is a healthy group?" and to ask them about their brand new small group curriculum, Healthy Groups, coming out January 13 on Amazon and the Build Groups website. Matt, Adam, and Sterling start the conver…

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4 Steps to a Strategic 2025 30:11

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Steve Gladen, Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 25 plus years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small groups and small group ministries. In this episode, Steve shares the four key steps that you will want to follow for a successful and strategic 2…

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What Group Pastors Do 40:27

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Bob Pittenger has been in ministry since 1992 as a volunteer missionary to Brazil, youth minister, and senior pastor. He has also used his spiritual gifts to preach and teach at conferences, camps, and retreats. Bob graduated from Florida Baptist Theological College in 1997 and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2018. In January 2015 Bob …

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TOP SMALL GROUP MAIL BAG QUESTIONS (Part 3) 23:53

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Steve Gladen, Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 25 plus years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small groups and small group ministries. In this episode, Steve and co-host Derek sit down to continue reading and answering the top small group mail b…

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Soul Shepherding in Small Groups 47:24

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Bill and Kristi Gaultiere are Doctors of Psychology and the founders of Soul Shepherding, a ministry to help pastors, leaders, and churches to thrive with Jesus in emotional and relational health. They lead a Network of Spiritual Directors who offer empathy, guidance, and prayer to help people progress in their discipleship to Jesus. They are also …

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TOP SMALL GROUP MAIL BAG QUESTIONS (Part 2) 34:00

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Steve Gladen, Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 25 plus years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small groups and small group ministries. In this episode, Steve and co-host Derek sit down to continue reading and answering the top small group mail b…

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Top Small Group Mail Bag Questions 44:55

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Steve Gladen, Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 25 plus years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small groups and small group ministries. In this episode, Steve and co-host Derek sit down to read and answer the top small group mail bag questions se…

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Recovery-Based Ministry 39:21

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Dave Bruskas is the Director of Re:generation ministries at Watermark Community Church in Dallas, TX. Previously, Dave served as campus, campus network, executive, discipleship, and church planting pastor roles at the Village Church, Mars Hill Church, and City on a Hill Church. He served as a Regional Executive Director with Acts 29 Church Planting…

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🎂EPISODE 250🎂 - 20 Ways To Honor Your Groups Leaders 30:10

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Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 20+ years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small group ministries. In this episode, Steve & co-host Deek talk about 20 ways that you can honor and celebrate the leaders in your ministry this …

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Outside Eyes, Measures, Replicate 42:41

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In this episode, we discuss the vital value of outside eyes on our ministry and how a consulting firm can assist in strengthening your discipleship, groups, and church ministries. Qualitatively, we discuss discipleship measurements. Instead of just asking disciples to do and do more, we ask the question, "What are they becoming?" Replicating groups…

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10 Ways Your Small Group can Evangelize! 39:55

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Would you like to know about ten unique ways that your small group can evangelize together? Steve Gladen, Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 25 plus years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small groups and small group ministries. In this episode, S…

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Suicide and Small Groups 48:37

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In this episode, we discuss the Suicide epidemic in America and how small groups can play a role in remedying the situation with expert Jon Noyes from Stand to Reason, who travels the country speaking on this pertinent topic. Jon has worked as a speaker with Stand to Reason since 2019. A former atheist, Jon used to think belief in God was unwarrant…

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10 Ways to Worship in your Small Group 50:32

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Would you like to know about ten unique ways that your small group can worship together? Steve Gladen, Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 25 plus years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small groups and small group ministries. In this episode, Stev…

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BONUS New Series: Making Time - Chapter 1 12:04

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Introducing a new series: Making Time! DIGITAL GROUP GUIDE How are you at making time? Do you feel like you have enough time in the day? Do you know if you have enough time in the day? Is there a difference between how you feel about time and what you think about your time? This is the first of a 6 part series on Making Time. Everyone has the same …

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BONUS New Series: Making Time - Chapter 1 13:35

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Promo: Making Time You have the same 24 hours in your day as the most accomplished people in the world. So why doesn't it feel that way? Follow along on this special 6 episode series as we take a look at how to make more time. By following biblical principles and taking a look at what you really want, Making Time shares the secret to having all the…

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10 Ways Your Small Group Can Serve 40:50

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Would you like to know about ten unique ways that your small group can serve your church and community? Steve Gladen, Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 25 plus years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small groups and small group ministries. In thi…

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Child Safety and Small Groups 39:25

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Jeremy Herron, founder of Fortified Consulting, is dedicated to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children in church and ministry settings. In 2019, he was selected for a national panel that created church safety standards, leveraging his extensive experience reshaping kids ministries. Recognizing his impact could extend beyond the local church,…

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Missional Groups & Neighborhoods 36:41

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Eddie Mosley is a well-known church consultant with extensive experience in expansion and strategic planning. Because of his work with LifeWay Church Resources and his sincere desire to serve communities, he has been able to mentor hundreds of congregations around the country. Eddie's personal life is a reflection of his faith because he and his sp…

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BONUS EPISODE: Friend of God series from Simple Faith With Rusty George 4:58

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Check out the Simple Faith podcast with Rusty George, the lead pastor at Crossroads Christian Church. Rusty and the Simple Faith podcast are doing a brand new limited experience in the month of June called, "Friend of God" This is a sneak peek at the first of the 40 episode series, for the full series, look for "Simple Faith With Rusty George" on y…

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BONUS EPISODE: Friend of God series from Simple Faith With Rusty George 6:29

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Promo: Making Time You have the same 24 hours in your day as the most accomplished people in the world. So why doesn't it feel that way? Follow along on this special 6 episode series as we take a look at how to make more time. By following biblical principles and taking a look at what you really want, Making Time shares the secret to having all the…

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Barriers to Spiritual Growth 38:00

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In this episode we discuss the barriers to spiritual growth people face in the local church. What barriers are people running into at local churches? How can they be removed to aid in people’s spiritual progress? Listen to this episode for answers to these questions. Joining us is Brian Brunke, Small Group Operations Pastor at Parkway Fellowship si…

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Perpetually Growing Small Groups 38:30

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Rick is currently the Central Groups Pastor at Lake Point Church in Rockwall that sees over 30,000 people in attendance weekly to their campuses. He spent 13 years as a small group discipleship specialist at Lifeway Church Resources, three years with NavPress as a small group specialist, five years consulting Kentucky Baptist Churches, planted the …

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The State of Groups Ministry - Ken Braddy with Lifeway 44:28

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Ken Braddy, also known as "Mr. Sunday School," is an esteemed church leader serving not only in midsize or Sunday school groups but across various other ministries as well. As the Director of Sunday School & Network Partnerships at Lifeway Christian Resources, Ken has earned his nickname through his exceptional dedication to equipping pastors, chur…

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How to Start a Small Group Ministry 34:18

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Would you like to know the basics of starting a small group ministry? Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 25 years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small group ministries. In this episode, Steve shares his timeless and commonse…

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Adding 95 New Group Leaders 40:02

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Anthony Colon oversees small groups, volunteers, and helps people on their spiritual journey as the Pastor of Adult Ministries at Anchor Church in McKinney, TX. With 271 active volunteers and an average attendance of 625 adults, Anthony's leadership in this space was crucial to the church's expansion. His entire family is bought into the mission of…

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Gospel of Mark Groups 39:24

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Jeff Scott is a devoted minister with almost 30 years of experience at Heritage Baptist Church. As a discipleship pastor and member of the church for nearly 40 years, Jeff has been instrumental in guiding individuals on their spiritual journeys. He holds multiple master's degrees from Liberty University and earned his doctorate from Dallas Theologi…

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The Power of Small Groups for the Long Haul (feat. Dave Enns) 1:12:09

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Dave Enns is the lead pastor of Small Groups at North Coast Church since 1990. He oversees a team of 32 staff, 1,500 lay leaders, and over 7,000 group participants. Dave is known for maintaining over 90% adult participation in weekly home groups and helping the church grow from 700 to over 10,000 attendees. He has valuable experience in ministry st…

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The End Goal of Groups 40:03

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Hunter Melton is the Groups Minister at The Church at Avenue South in Nashville, TN. He oversees the Groups staff and leaders for adult ministries. Hunter brings insight on the connection between launching new campuses and churches through the vehicle of groups. We discuss the importance of biblically literate groups and applying deep doctrinal tru…

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The Saddleback Small Group Difference 49:37

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Do you need more small group leaders? How would you like to see an exponential increase of volunteers stepping up to serve in your church? Steve Gladen, Global Small Groups Pastor at Saddleback Church, pulls from his 25 years of small group ministry experience to encourage and equip listeners to lead healthier, growing and more effective small grou…

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Emancipated Group Leaders 39:36

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Bo Patterson is the Pastor of Adult Ministries at Champion Forest Baptist Church in Houston, TX. He oversees the staff and group leaders for adult ministries. With 20 years of ministry experience at churches like Prestonwood Baptist Church, Mobberly Baptist Church, and Lakepointe Church, Bo brings a wealth of innovative and insightful knowledge on …

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The Engine for Groups, Intentional Timing, 100% + in Groups 34:33

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Dave McPherson is the Associate Pastor at the historical first Baptist church of Tulsa in Oklahoma. He oversees adult ministry and coaches much of the staff. He serves on the BIVO Pastors Conference planning team for OK Baptists and the Tulsa Metro Baptist Network TMBN. Dave has seen his groups ministry at two very different churches grow to as hig…

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On vs Off Campus, Curriculum, Prioritizing Groups (feat. Stephen Pollitte) 32:39

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Stephen Pollitte is the Associate Pastor at Gateway Community Church in Wylie, TX. Stephen dives into discussing the pros and cons of On vs Off Campus Groups, sermon based and curriculum writing services, and the immense value of prioritizing groups ministry in your church as much as you do Sunday mornings.A weekly podcast. The fourth episode of Th…

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Be Yielded to the Spirit as You Lead Groups (feat. Cameron Bundy) 31:14

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Cameron Bundy is the Adult Ministries Pastor at Cross Creek Church in Colleyville, TX. Take a glimpse into Cameron's groups ministry he oversees and consider the principles he shares to see groups grow in their local church. He shares about the importance of being yielded to the Holy Spirit in your groups ministry while also pursuing intentional bi…

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March 2024 The Lobby Panel 58:09

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This month's episode features a panel conversation between Steve Gladen, Dave Enns from North Coast, Rick Howerton from Lakepointe Church, and moderation by Carolyn Taketa. Join us as we listen in to their discussion on their decades of small group experience while at the Lobby Gathering small group conference and retreat in San Juan Capistrano. ★ …

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Introductions - Purpose of the Build Groups Podcast 35:12

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A weekly podcast. The first episode of The Build Groups Podcast hosted by Adam Erlichman, Senior Consultant of Build Groups in Dallas, TX, and cohosted by Matt Moore, Director of Connections and Groups at Providence Church in Frisco, TX. Introductions and ministry background are provided by both Adam and Matt. They discuss at length the reasons for…