Episode 27: Small Groups - The Class Meeting (Part 2)

Small Groups in the Wesleyan Way

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8 years ago 31:45

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Scott and Steve continue their interview with Kevin Watson about his book "The Class Meeting". Scott and Steve also interview Amy Sigmon from Belle Meade United Methodist Church about her experience with The Class Meeting.

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Episode 27: Small Groups - The Class Meeting (Part 2)

Small Groups in the Wesleyan Way

published 8 years ago

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69 episodes

#Buddhist #Religion #United #Methodist #Small #Discipleship #Umcdiscipleship #Discipleship Ministries #Christianity #UMC #Group

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Interview with the Rev. Tex Sample 29:40

5 years ago29:40

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When Trinity United Methodist Church in Kansas City needed to raise $50,000 for much-needed repairs to their historic building, the congregation of 75 found themselves facing a big challenge. The Rev. Tex Sample shares with Ken Sloane the journey of Trinity's capital campaign.

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How to Start Small Groups: Interview with Rachel Gilmore 34:29

6 years ago34:29

34:29

In this session, we hear from Rachel Gilmore, Director of Recruiting, Assessing, and Training for Community Engagement and Church Planting at Discipleship Ministries. Rachel, also a former church planter, will cover a wide range of topics including in-home versus at-church small groups, the connection between worship and small groups, and the various roles within small groups. To participate in the online course for free, visit smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.…

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How to Start Small Groups: Interview with Motoe Yamada Foor 22:43

6 years ago22:43

22:43

People inside and outside of our churches are hungering for places that feel smaller and offer welcome, connection, and belonging. Small groups offer that and so much more. In this session, we will hear a unique perspective from Rev. Motoe Yamada Foor who serves at the Sacramento Japanese United Methodist Church, the Garden Church. Pastor Motoe will help us explore the essential elements of a small groups and casting a vision for small groups among other important ideas. To participate in the online course for free, visit smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.…

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How to Start Small Groups: Interview with Mark Youngman and Joy Dodge 31:11

6 years ago31:11

31:11

People inside and outside of our churches are hungering for places that feel smaller and offer welcome, connection, and belonging. Small groups offer that and so much more. In this session, Mark Youngman and Joy Dodge of Providence United Methodist Church help us explore the big “why” of small group ministry. To participate in the online course for free, visit http://smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.…

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How to Start Small Groups: Interview with Brad Kalajainen 24:31

6 years ago24:31

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In this session, we will hear from Pastor Brad Kalajainen, the author of "How to Start Small Groups" which serves as our main text for this course. Kalajainen highlights the role of small groups in pastoral care and growing disciples and leaders within the church. To participate in the online course for free, visit http://smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.…

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Episode 64: Interview with Christine Hides 32:20

6 years ago32:20

32:20

Scott interviews Christine Hides who is a deacon in the Northern Illinois Annual Conference, the Director of Christian Education at Kenilworth Union Church, and a blogger at www.christinevhides.com. Scott and Christine explore the positives and challenges of online small groups.

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Episode 63: Self-Awareness, Leaders, and Black Belts 30:08

6 years ago30:08

30:08

Scott interviews author, psychologist, and third-degree black belt, Angela Schaffner. Scott and Angela explore self-awareness as a means to Christian maturity, the importance of reflection for small group leaders, and the need for vulnerability. Checkout Angela’s book "Revealed: What the Bible Can Teach You About Yourself" (https://bookstore.upperroom.org/Products/1861/revealed.aspx/?path=BookstoreBanner&dept=marketing) and her blog at http://angelaschaffnerphd.com/.…

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Episode 62: Beyond Small Groups (Part 2) 21:08

6 years ago21:08

21:08

Scott caught up with author and coach Scott Boren. They discuss Scott Boren’s new book "Beyond Small Groups: From Programmatic Meetings to Flourishing Communities". In this episode, they explore the importance of spiritual practices and trust in small groups. Also, checkout Scott Boren’s blog at http://mscottboren.org/…

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Episode 61: Beyond Small Groups (Part 1) 38:56

6 years ago38:56

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Scott caught up with author and coach Scott Boren. They discuss Scott Boren’s new book "Beyond Small Groups: From Programmatic Meetings to Flourishing Communities". In this episode, Scott explores the importance of spiritual practices and trust in small groups. Also checkout Scott Boren’s blog at http://mscottboren.org/…

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Episode 60: See All The People with David Teel 23:43

6 years ago23:43

23:43

Scott and David Teel, Director of Laity and Spiritual Leadership, discuss Discipleship Ministries’ See All The People resource for churches and small groups.

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Episode 59: CoreGroups with Meagan O’Brien 29:22

6 years ago29:22

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Scott interviews Meagan O’Brien from the Gathering United Methodist Church in St. Louis. Meagan is an Associate Site Pastor at the McCausland location of the Gathering. Scott and Meagan discuss CoreGroups and the necessity for leadership development.

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Episode 58: Courageous Conversations following General Conference 9:23

6 years ago9:23

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Scott offers encouragement to churches and small groups willing to engage in Courageous Conversations following the special called General Conference. There is a resource for local churches and small groups to use called Courageous Conversations following General Conference.

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Episode 57: Interview with Lauren Miller 33:22

6 years ago33:22

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Scott interviews Lauren Miller, Minister of Discipleship at Gay Street UMC in Mount Vernon, Ohio. They discuss discipleship and small groups at Gay Street UMC as well as the role of the church in giving guidance for discipleship formation.

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Episode 56: Interfaith Small Groups With Flo Sapp Martin 32:46

6 years ago32:46

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Scott interviews Flo Sapp Martin, part-time Director of Education at Centenary United Methodist Church in the South Georgia Conference. They discuss Flo’s involvement in an Interfaith small group and how such a group might help us to grow in our faith.

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Episode 55: Intentional Discipleship in Small Groups with Thomas Cross 39:53

7 years ago39:53