Leading recovery-support groups is as much about the group as it is about the capacity of the leader. Understanding what makes a healthy group will help you as a leader foster healthy group interaction so that participants are able to work both individually on their personal struggle but collectively as a unit. We cannot put individuals together and immediately expect them to work together, this will take time and typically follows a pattern of development. Below are the five standard progressions that each group will go through in its development. Continue reading →

We, The Summit Church, do not believe there is a one-size-fits-all solution to the struggles of life. Neither do we believe there is any magic in these particular steps. However, we do believe that these steps capture the major movements of the Gospel in the life of an individual. We also believe that it is through the Gospel that God transforms lives and modifies behavior as He gives us a new heart. Continue reading →

At G4, we believe that there are seven principles or core values that guide the way our groups are led as well as the ways in which we set-up and establish rhythms. As we evaluate our ministry, we hope to do so through the lens of these seven core values and how well we are holding to each of them. As we are investing in the lives of others, we believe that the following areas will help us to minister well to those who are participating in our ministry: Continue reading →

Each week at G4, our goal is to welcome new and committed participants alike.Our desire is to create a large group space that allows all to feel as though they are welcomed and benefit from the brief teaching that takes place in the large group. Having a large opening group gives a chance for individuals, specifically newer members who are present to accomplish the following three goals: Continue reading →