Breaking the SilenceGetting group members to talk openly about the messiness of their lives is one of the most critical challenges recovery group leaders face. As the discussion moves beyond the superficial and approaches the consequential, the silence can often be... Likes [11]Comments [3] TAGS: recovery, humility, conversation, asking good questions, active listening
Healthy, Safe Disciples = Growing in Recovery John Maxwell's axiom that "everything rises and falls on leadership" is definitely true of small-group facilitators -- and it's particularly true of recovery-group facilitators. If the goal of recovery is to provide a healthy, safe environment where... Likes [0]Comments [0] TAGS: recovery, small group leadership, facilitator, transparency, discipleship
Launching Recovery GroupsAn important adjunct to a healthy small group ministry is a recovery group ministry. Think of it as a rest stop along the small group freeway for those struggling with the effects of sin (such as abuse and addiction) and other difficult life trials... Likes [5]Comments [0] TAGS: recovery