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12 Tips For Hosting a Small Group

12 Tips For Hosting a Small Group

February 19, 2012
by Mario Villella

Ok, so a couple times during the “Making Sense of Church” series we talked about how we’d like ALL of you to spend time with other Christians outside of our Sunday morning meeting. We also mentioned that we thought it would be good if SOME of you started up some meetings (perhaps in your homes) to help facilitate these kinds of relationships. This month, I figured I’d take it a step further by giving you these 12 tips for hosting a small group.
Want To Belong? Accept Others!

Want To Belong? Accept Others!

March 17, 2012
by Mario Villella

Over the years, I have heard many church people (both youth group kids and regular church adults) say things like, “I wish I were more involved with the people of this church, you know, like really feeling like I belong.” Comments like these serve to underscore the importance of acceptance in relationships. We all want people to stop thinking about themselves and their own needs, and instead to reach out to us.
How I Feel About My Small Group

How I Feel About My Small Group

March 19, 2012
by Mario Villella

A few people speak out about their experiences with small groups here at Good News Church.
The Mission Of Good News Church

The Mission Of Good News Church

April 16, 2012
by Mario Villella

If you’re new at Good News, you might have heard about our mission to do these three things: Love God, Love each other, and Love people who don’t know God yet. And even if you’ve been here for a while, you might want an explanation about why these three things are so important. So here’s what we mean by those three phrases.
Why Would I Go To Church Weekly?

Why Would I Go To Church Weekly?

May 21, 2012
by Mario Villella

Let me start off by stating the obvious: Different people have different patterns when it comes to how often they attend church services.
KidZone Update

KidZone Update

June 9, 2012
by Mario Villella

I am so thankful that our church has a great ministry like KidZone! I am glad that there are infants being held, toddlers being played with, and elementary-aged kids getting taught Bible stories and gluing cotton balls onto paper sheep! And I am especially thankful for all the people who volunteer to make this ministry work.
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