By Marissa Postell Sullivan NASHVILLE, Tenn. - As churches continue ministry in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, many are finding it increasingly difficult to grow their small groups. However, churches continue to report new commitments to Christ and changed lives. According to a Lifeway Research study, the authority of Scripture is foundational to churches’ groups … [Read more...]
Lifeway offers free at-home supplement for churches impacted by COVID-19
By Joy Allmond NASHVILLE, TENN. — Some churches across the U.S. and around the world are canceling near-future worship services and ministry activities as precautionary measures against COVID-19, but a temporary halt in church gatherings doesn’t have to interrupt small group discipleship for families. Lifeway Christian Resources is offering “Lifeway Kids at Home,” a free … [Read more...]
SmallGroup.com offers customizable studies for churches
By Aaron Earls Where can a church begin looking for the right Bible study materials? For some, it may be within the church itself. Unique circumstances make churches different from each other. For most churches, those differences don’t require Bible study curriculum specifically designed for their situation. But some churches may require customized material. Let’s say … [Read more...]
Southern Baptists helping start 100,000 new groups
By Bob Smietana NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Lifeway Christian Resources is challenging churches to start 100,000 new Bible study groups by the end of this year. The new groups initiative is a partnership between churches, state conventions and Lifeway. It’s designed to help long-time churchgoers jump-start their faith and to help new believers grow spiritually, said Bruce … [Read more...]