Rebuilding Sunday School & Small Group Ministry

Rebuilding Sunday School & Small Group Ministry

Rebuilding Sunday School & Small Group Ministry

Many of the unique issues that emerged in our lives and ministries during 2020/2021 remain with us today. So, how does the church move forward to overcome the challenges and grow healthier and stronger?

The resources on this page provide insight and testimonies from others facing these same obstacles.

If you need additional information, email Sean Keith, Sunday School/Discipleship Strategist, Louisiana Baptists; or call 318.448.3402.

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Blog Posts

Rebuilding the Sunday School/Small Group Ministry in the Local Church

Creatively Engaging Small Groups

Adapt Like Jesus

How to Refocus Your Small Group Ministry

Making Small Group a Priority of the Church Again

How to Reinvest in Small Group Leadership

How to Restructure and Adapt Your Sunday School/Small Group

How To Build Small Group Relationships (with and Between Members and Non-Members)

Sunday’s Coming—We Must be Intentional About Training New Leaders!

Starting New Groups

A Fresh Start for Your Sunday School

Valuing the Importance of Small Groups in Your Church

A Review of Canoeing the Mountains

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