Bright Church Small Group Leaders

“People don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care.”Let’s be real—no one steps into small group leadership without a genuine care for people. Still, building a culture of care takes intention. In this episode, Ps Ruth chats with Keith Townend about why a culture of care matters and shares practical ways to cultivate it in your small group—without it all depending on you.

The way you structure your small group can shape the outcomes you’re hoping for within your Small Group. In this episode, Ps Matt and Ps Ben Sheahan explore different approaches to structuring your small group effectively.

The culture of a small group begins before a single word is spoken. How? Atmosphere. The atmosphere we create plays a crucial role in shaping that culture, which influences a person’s experience and in turn, their connection and growth. Zach and Matt chat about the power of atmosphere and how we can create a welcoming space for those attending our small groups.

We do what we do out of our love for God and our love for people. Naturally, when you’re caring for others, there are moments when the pastoral load can feel heavy. In this episode, Ruth and Zach talk about how to navigate and manage the demands of pastoral care while leading a small group.