GroupFinder Online Database
"The Greatest Story Ever Told” is more than just a cliché. God has gone to
great lengths to rescue lost and hurting people. That is what The Story is all
about—the story of the Bible, God’s great love affair with humanity.
Condensed into 31 accessible chapters, The Story sweeps you into the
unfolding progression of Bible characters and events from Genesis to
Revelation. Using the clear, accurate, and easy-to-understand text of Today’s
New International Version, it allows the stories, poems, and teachings of the
Bible to read like a novel. And like any good story, The Story is filled with
intrigue, drama, conflict, romance, and redemption.
THE WHOLE CHURCH, THE WHOLE BIBLE, THE WHOLE YEAR
DETAILS YOU MAY WANT TO KNOW AS A LEADER
You will want to read the corresponding chapters PRIOR to attending the service. Small Groups will then discuss the chapter and sermon sometime during the week AFTER the worship service.
Pick up a book mark in Guest Services with the sermon schedule or print one here.
We recommend starting your group this week.
As a leader, you will need to:
- Purchase the book "The Story" at Daily Bread Books
- Use the questions in the back of the book as a guideline for your study.
- Update your group information on GroupFinder to show that you are participating in "The Story"
RECOMMENDED:
- Print the Small Group Study Guide (This may take a minute to load as it is a large file.)
ADDITIONAL helpful resources available:
- Print the Notes for Leaders & those wanting to grow deeper
- Purchase The Story Binder at Daily Bread Books
QUESTIONS?
Email Small Groups or call Christine Engman at 952-898-9559
Interested in leading a small group to study The Story?
Read our Frequently Asked Questions
Have you been through Small Group Leader 101 Training?
If you answered yes:
- You do NOT need to go through any additional training!
- Login to GroupFinder and change your Study Topic AND Material Used to: The Story.
- Make sure all your information on Groupfinder is current.
- Open your group up to new members if you have capacity.
- Scroll down to see what materials you need to get started.
- Contact the Small Group Team if you have more questions.
If you answered no:
- You can start a new group in January
- Register for Small Group Leader 101 Training
- Next training is TBD
How do I become a Small Group Leader?
Requirements for Leading a group:
- Attend Hosanna! for at least 6 months or receive permission from the Small Group Team.
- Agree with the Teaching Statement and Leadership Covenant(renewed yearly)
- Complete Small Group Leader Training 101.
- Keep my information and information about my group current on Hosanna!’s GroupFinder.
- Provide a yearly update on my group, especially focusing on our growth in each of Hosanna!’s 5 core values.
| Small Group Leader 101 Training | If you'd like to become an ongoing small group leader, see requirements below. | To be determined |
Updating GroupFinder (Small Group Data Base)
Register and update your group information on GroupFinder |
Use the Group Finder link to enter in your group information. The password will be listed in an email from the small group team. If you don't have it, send an email to christinee@hosannalc.org. |
Need Directions? Click here for directions. |
NEW Resources!
- Action Plan (.pdf) - Incorporating the Core Values into your leadership and group experiences.
- Bible References for 5 Core Values (.pdf)
- Format for doing a House Blessing (.pdf)
Note: We do have people who are willing to do a House Blessing with your, to help you get started on doing them on your own. This material is here as a reference. This is not the only way to do a house blessing.
Online Resources for Leaders
Requirements for Leading a group:
Resources for Leading :
- Building use policies
- Small Group Agreement
- When to ask for help - Handing emergencies or difficult issues
- Core Courses
- Serving Ideas (current needs) & General serving ideas
- Using GroupFinder (Online database)
- Using GrowthFinder (Online assessment with resources)
- Hosanna! staff - Contact information
- Life Coaching Brochure - Information on coaching and becoming a life coach
An interactive place to discuss resources, ideas, issues and other stuff with small group members and leaders. Check it out!
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Need Help? |
| Small Groups Pastor Jim Busscher (and Men’s Coordinator), 952-898-9291, jimb@hosannalc.org |
| Christine Engman (Small Group/Women's Coordinator), 952-898-9559, christinee@hosannalc.org |
| Pastor Susan Fannon (Pastor of Connections), 952-892-9744, susanf@hosannalc.org |
