Have a potluck. (#0094)
Eric Gallagher2019-08-30T15:57:31-05:00Whether or not you have a group of adults or youth, have a potluck and invite all of the family members as well. Make it simple night with a little [...]
Go bowling. (#0077)
Eric Gallagher2019-08-30T16:09:40-05:00Be sure to invite parents, other groups, or friends if you want to get to know some others. Invite your Pastor!
Have a night when you invite all parents to a meal that is cooked by your group. (#0034)
Eric Gallagher2019-08-30T19:23:34-05:00This is a great way to engage parents and help build community among them. Let the youth decide on and cook a meal while all of the parents hang out [...]
Have a progressive dinner. (#0041)
Eric Gallagher2019-08-30T19:27:31-05:00This is where you have a several course meal but you get each course at a different location. Have each family volunteer to host your group for one part of [...]
Include parents in the planning process. (#0015)
Eric Gallagher2019-04-15T16:35:05-05:00Inviting parents into your thoughts and planning for your group is a great way to engage them in considering what their child needs in regard to formation. Being transparent will [...]
Send regular updates to parents. (#0014)
Eric Gallagher2019-04-15T16:33:06-05:00Make a plan from the beginning of how you intend to communicate with parents. Whatever you do from the start will be considered the norm.
Make an initial connection with every parent. (#0013)
Eric Gallagher2019-04-15T16:31:12-05:00It is very important to remember that your role as a small group leaders is primarily about assisting the parents in their role. No matter where you are at in [...]