5 Small Group Strategies for 2026

5 Small Group Strategies for 2026

From SG² Steve Gladen on Small Groups by Steve Gladen | Lumivoz

January 8, 2026 · 19 min · Episode 267

About this episode

Steve Gladen shares five key strategies for leading small groups effectively.

5 Small Group Strategies for 2026 Welcome to SG Squared with Pastor Steve Gladen, who brings over 25 years of small group ministry experience to provide practical advice and encouragement for leading small groups. In this episode, despite battling the flu, Steve and Derek discuss the importance of leading with purpose, building trust, developing people, celebrating wins, and clarifying roles and next steps. These five key strategies are designed to help you lead small groups more effectively and foster stronger engagement. Whether you're leading in ministry, at work, or at home, these transferable principles will equip you to be a better leader. Don't miss out on this insightful masterclass! Check out Small Groups With Purpose by Steve Gladen and Planning Small Groups With Purpose by Steve Gladen 00:00 Welcome to SG Squared 00:23 Catching Up and Health Updates 02:21 Five Ways to Lead Effectively 05:00 1. Lead with Purpose 06:35 2. Build Trust 09:10 3. Develop Your People 12:41 4. Celebrate the Wins 15:13 5. Clarify Roles and Next Steps 17:12 Recap and Closing Thoughts 18:02 Subscribe and Stay Connected ★ Support this podcast ★

People in this episode

Host: Steve Gladen

Guest: Derek

Topics covered

  • small group strategies
  • leadership
  • trust building
  • engagement
  • personal development

Keywords

  • small groups
  • leadership
  • trust
  • engagement
  • development

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Small Groups With Purpose, Planning Small Groups With Purpose

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