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Small Groups That "Succeed."
Small groups are the key to impacting lives in your church. But a
healthy small-group environment--one that fosters meaningful,
lasting connections--doesn't just "happen."
So pull up a chair. Let's talk about how to "make" it happen.
Bill Willits and bestselling author Andy Stanley share their
successful approach, which has resulted in nearly eight thousand
adults becoming involved in small groups at North Point Community
Church in Atlanta . Simply put, the five principles clearly
described here have passed the test.
This is not just another book about community; this is a book about
strategy--strategy that builds a small group culture. Creating
Community shares clear and simple principles to help people connect
into meaningful relationships. The kind God desires for each of us.
The kind He uses to change our lives.
Put this proven method to work in your ministry and enjoy the
tangible results--God's people doing life TOGETHER.
"The small-group program at North Point Community Church is not an
appendage; it is not a program we tacked on to an existing
structure. It is part of our lifestyle. We think groups. We
organize groups. We are driven by groups. "Creating Community"
contains our blueprint for success. And I believe it has the
potential power to revolutionize your own small-group ministry " --
Andy Stanley
Story Behind the Book
Creating Community flows out of the North Point Community Church
story. The message here is not just some new small group program,
but reflects a passion lived out and implemented in their church
from the very beginning. Even with phenomenal growth, the church
has stayed true to its commitment to small groups and has
fine-tuned its ministry process into one of the most unique and
effective models in churches today. Andy Stanley and Bill Willits
have put these successful principles into this new book with the
hope and prayer that pastors, churches, and leader with put them
into practice.
Connect. Change. Cultivate. These three words can simplify the
vital work of a small group leader. Bill Search, small groups
pastor for one of the nation's largest churches, lays out these
three "patterns" for success that don't lock you into one approach,
the latest fad, or complicated procedures. These biblically
grounded C's can make whatever small group model you like best work
better. Whether you're a first-time facilitator or a seasoned
veteran, a pastor or a volunteer leader, applying these principles
will enrich the spiritual life of any small group. "Too often we
complicate what God designed to be very simple. Fortunately, Bill
Search has peeled back much of the complexity that often gets built
into ministry, as he explains small groups as an essential but
simple concept. Simple Small Groups is liberally sprinkled with the
stories and quips of a small groups pastor who is first and
foremost a clear and insightful communicator."--Steve Gladen,
pastor of Small Groups Community, Saddleback Church "This simple,
user-friendly book with a truly modern approach can help your
church and small groups achieve harmony and balance, while helping
to overcome obstacles that create dysfunction. Transform your
ministry!"--Dave Stone, senior minister, Southeast Christian Church
"What I like most about Simple Small Groups is its smart fusion
between philosophy and practice. This is neither a dense
theological treatment, nor a simplistic how-to manual. Rather, it's
the best of both."--Jason Malec, director of Starting Point, North
Point Community Church "Through stories that we all can relate to
and principles learned through years of group life experience, Bill
shares a mind-set that is easilyunderstandable, and easily applied
and customized to groups of all types."--Mike Hurt, former small
groups pastor at McClean Bible Church, Washington, DC; senior
pastor, Parkway Church, Victoria, TX "Bill does a great job
addressing the practical struggles with small group life. It's a
great book for real 'rubber meets the road' evaluation of
ministry."--Brandon Guindon, executive pastor, Real Life Ministries
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