Leading Small Groups with Purpose: Everything You Need to Lead a Healthy Group

For the new small group leader, the seasoned leader who feels their small group lacks purpose, or the leader who is working to move their small group to the next level, Leading Small Groups with Purpose is the road map to follow. Steve Gladen takes small group leaders step-by-step toward a healthy, dynamic group with focus and purpose. Every chapter includes ideas that small group leaders can implement immediately as well as ways to shape their small groups over time. Includes a foreword by John Ortberg and a free small group assessment tool ($12.50 value).From the Inside FlapSteve Gladen has been pastor of small groups at Saddleback Church since 1998. He oversees more than 3,500 adult small groups at Saddleback and loves seeing a big church become small through true community developed in group life. He is the author of "Small Groups with Purpose" and the coauthor of "250 Big Ideas for Purpose Driven Small Groups," "Building Healthy Small Groups in Your Church," and "Don't Lead Alone."Steve and his wife, Lisa, have been married since 1989. They and their two children, Erika and Ethan, live in Orange County, California. Stay in touch with Steve at www.stevegladen.com.From the Back CoverTake Your Small Group to the Next LevelFor the new small group leader, the seasoned leader who feels their small group lacks purpose, or the leader who is itching to move their small group to the next level, Leading Small Groups with Purpose is the road map to follow. Every chapter includes ideas that you can implement immediately, as well as ways to shape your small group over time. With Steve Gladen's expert help, you will define success clearly, develop a personal leadership plan, invite members into your group, and help members fulfill the Great Commission and the Great Commandment."This is the one book that you simply must get into the hands of every one of your small group leaders."--Rick Warren, Saddleback Church"When it comes to small groups, Steve is not just a theoretical expert, he is a consummate practitioner. Groups have the power to change lives; this book has the power to change groups."--John Ortberg, senior pastor, Menlo Park Presbyterian Church; author, Who Is This Man?"I wish this book was in the hands of every small group leader in America. An essential for all of us committed to transformation."--Chip Ingram, senior pastor, Venture Christian Church; president, Living on the Edge"An incredible resource filled with practical insights and time-tested wisdom on how to lead a group to be effective and balanced. Don't miss it!"--Jud Wilhite, senior pastor, Central Christian Church, Las Vegas; author, TornAbout the AuthorSteve Gladen (MDiv, Fuller Theological Seminary) has been executive pastor of small groups at Saddleback Church since 1998 and serves as an elder of the church. He oversees the strategic launch and spiritual development of more than 7,000 adult small groups on multiple campuses. He is the author of Small Groups with Purpose, which has been translated into eleven languages, and Leading Small Groups with Purpose. He has a driving passion to see each church attendee connected to a qualified shepherd and become an integral part of their church body, living purposefully for Christ. Steve and his wife, Lisa, have been married for nearly 30 years, have two children, Erika and Ethan, and reside in Orange County, California. Learn more at www.stevegladen.com.