by Guest Blogger Mike Haynes
Small groups are one of the most powerful environments in youth ministry. They provide a space where students go beyond listening to sermons and start wrestling with faith, building relationships, and applying biblical truths to their daily lives.
But keeping students engaged in small groups can be challenging. You may have experienced these common issues:
• Some students dominate the conversation while others stay silent.
• Discussions can feel forced, awkward, or disconnected from real life.
• Leaders struggle to draw out meaningful engagement from the group.
If your small groups feel more like a checkbox than a life-changing environment, it might be time to shift your approach. Here are five practical strategies to transform your small groups into spaces of real growth and connection.
Small groups are one of the most powerful environments in youth ministry. They provide a space where students go beyond listening to sermons and start wrestling with faith, building relationships, and applying biblical truths to their daily lives.
But keeping students engaged in small groups can be challenging. You may have experienced these common issues:
• Some students dominate the conversation while others stay silent.
• Discussions can feel forced, awkward, or disconnected from real life.
• Leaders struggle to draw out meaningful engagement from the group.
If your small groups feel more like a checkbox than a life-changing environment, it might be time to shift your approach. Here are five practical strategies to transform your small groups into spaces of real growth and connection.
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