...and Prayer fits in each type!

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Group Type=Group Activity

Small groups are often defined by their main activity. This is a good approach, but let me offer my alternative.


Before deciding on a specific activity for your group, think through the central reason for which the group exists.

  • Process-oriented groups focus on the spiritual and/or social relationships among the members. What the group does is secondary.
  • Content-oriented groups meet to study or discuss a biblical passage or topic. Little time is spent dealing with group dynamics.
  • Task-oriented groups meet to accomplish a purpose. The reason for meeting is why the group exists.
  • Need-oriented groups, sometimes called support groups, offer common understanding and encouragement.
Determining the primary focus of your group will help you decide on the specific activities your group should undertake.

Adapted from How to Lead Small Groups by Neal F. McBride. © 1990 by Neal F. McBride. All Rights Reserved.

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