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Small Group MEMBER Job Description
By Paul | September 20, 2007
As you launch your small group, you may want to consider asking your members to write their own job description for being a member of your group. Then take time to share each others’ comments. And this resource from Why Small Groups? by CJ Mahaney could be more food for thought.
Purpose:
To apply God’s Word and develop relationships for the purpose of maturity, service, and outreach.
Qualifications:
· Membership in the church and a commitment to its leadership, mission, and ministry.
· Ability to participate in the group without disrupting or monopolizing the time and attention of the group (serious issues should be referred to a pastor).
Spiritual Goals:
· Consistent devotional life
· Specific application of God’s Word in daily life
· Growing relationships with spouse and children (if applicable)
· Growing relationships with other small group members
· Meaningful service in the church through use of spiritual gifts
· Involvement in friendship evangelism
Personal Responsibilities:
· Participate in all functions of the corporate church and ministry sphere
· Arrive on time for all small-group meetings, service projects, social events, and outreach functions.
· Complete assignments and come to meetings prepared to participate
· Build meaningful relationships with other members of the group outside scheduled meetings
· Open one’s life to others by being honest, transparent, and teachable
· Support the leadership of the small-group leader
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