In this episode, we’re revisiting the keynote message from our February Small Group Leader Gathering, featuring John Butterfield. John unpacks how people grow—one small, consistent step at a time—and why helping others take those steps is key to leading well. Tune in to hear practical insights on how we can guide growth in the three core priorities of our church.
Small Groups Staff Book Reccomendations:
Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect, by Will Guidera (John Butterfield)
The Other Half of Church: Christian Community, Brain Science, and Overcoming Spiritual Stagnation, by Jim Wilder and Michael Hendricks (Ashley Chesnut)
Workplace Grace: Becoming a Spiritual Influence at Work, by Bill Peel & Walt Larimore (Jay Gordon)
A Place to Belong: Learning to Love the Local Church, by Megan Hill (Dawn Stephens)
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Jay Gordon is the Small Groups Minister at The Church at Brook Hills in Birmingham, Alabama, USA. Chris Amaro is an IT professional and serves as a Small Group Leader and Elder at Brook Hills.
Brook Hills Pages:
- The Church at Brook Hills, Birmingham, Alabama, USA
- Small Group Leader Resources Page
- Small Group Discipleship Resources
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