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Small Groups in the Wesleyan Way

Discipleship Ministries

The Small Groups in the Wesleyan Way podcast is where we are all about going beyond curriculum, beyond programs, beyond best practices to recover and learn from our Wesleyan roots and to explore the foundations for small groups that produce disciples of Jesus Christ who in turn disciple others. Hosted by Scott Hughes, Director of Adult Discipleship, and Steve Manskar, Director of Wesleyan Leadership and Covenant Discipleship for Discipleship Ministries of the United Methodist Church

  • 29 minutes 40 seconds
    Interview with the Rev. Tex Sample
    When Trinity United Methodist Church in Kansas City needed to raise $50,000 for much-needed repairs to their historic building, the congregation of 75 found themselves facing a big challenge. The Rev. Tex Sample shares with Ken Sloane the journey of Trinity's capital campaign.
    11 February 2020, 6:50 pm
  • 34 minutes 29 seconds
    How to Start Small Groups: Interview with Rachel Gilmore
    In this session, we hear from Rachel Gilmore, Director of Recruiting, Assessing, and Training for Community Engagement and Church Planting at Discipleship Ministries. Rachel, also a former church planter, will cover a wide range of topics including in-home versus at-church small groups, the connection between worship and small groups, and the various roles within small groups. To participate in the online course for free, visit smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.
    8 December 2019, 7:00 am
  • 22 minutes 43 seconds
    How to Start Small Groups: Interview with Motoe Yamada Foor
    People inside and outside of our churches are hungering for places that feel smaller and offer welcome, connection, and belonging. Small groups offer that and so much more. In this session, we will hear a unique perspective from Rev. Motoe Yamada Foor who serves at the Sacramento Japanese United Methodist Church, the Garden Church. Pastor Motoe will help us explore the essential elements of a small groups and casting a vision for small groups among other important ideas. To participate in the online course for free, visit smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.
    25 November 2019, 7:00 am
  • 31 minutes 11 seconds
    How to Start Small Groups: Interview with Mark Youngman and Joy Dodge
    People inside and outside of our churches are hungering for places that feel smaller and offer welcome, connection, and belonging. Small groups offer that and so much more. In this session, Mark Youngman and Joy Dodge of Providence United Methodist Church help us explore the big “why” of small group ministry. To participate in the online course for free, visit http://smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.
    11 November 2019, 7:00 am
  • 24 minutes 31 seconds
    How to Start Small Groups: Interview with Brad Kalajainen
    In this session, we will hear from Pastor Brad Kalajainen, the author of "How to Start Small Groups" which serves as our main text for this course. Kalajainen highlights the role of small groups in pastoral care and growing disciples and leaders within the church. To participate in the online course for free, visit http://smallgroups.umcdiscipleship.org.
    28 October 2019, 6:00 am
  • 32 minutes 20 seconds
    Episode 64: Interview with Christine Hides
    Scott interviews Christine Hides who is a deacon in the Northern Illinois Annual Conference, the Director of Christian Education at Kenilworth Union Church, and a blogger at www.christinevhides.com. Scott and Christine explore the positives and challenges of online small groups.
    12 August 2019, 3:46 pm
  • 30 minutes 8 seconds
    Episode 63: Self-Awareness, Leaders, and Black Belts
    Scott interviews author, psychologist, and third-degree black belt, Angela Schaffner. Scott and Angela explore self-awareness as a means to Christian maturity, the importance of reflection for small group leaders, and the need for vulnerability. Checkout Angela’s book "Revealed: What the Bible Can Teach You About Yourself" (https://bookstore.upperroom.org/Products/1861/revealed.aspx/?path=BookstoreBanner&dept=marketing) and her blog at http://angelaschaffnerphd.com/.
    20 May 2019, 4:43 pm
  • 21 minutes 8 seconds
    Episode 62: Beyond Small Groups (Part 2)
    Scott caught up with author and coach Scott Boren. They discuss Scott Boren’s new book "Beyond Small Groups: From Programmatic Meetings to Flourishing Communities". In this episode, they explore the importance of spiritual practices and trust in small groups. Also, checkout Scott Boren’s blog at http://mscottboren.org/
    7 May 2019, 4:22 pm
  • 38 minutes 56 seconds
    Episode 61: Beyond Small Groups (Part 1)
    Scott caught up with author and coach Scott Boren. They discuss Scott Boren’s new book "Beyond Small Groups: From Programmatic Meetings to Flourishing Communities". In this episode, Scott explores the importance of spiritual practices and trust in small groups. Also checkout Scott Boren’s blog at http://mscottboren.org/
    22 April 2019, 4:38 pm
  • 23 minutes 43 seconds
    Episode 60: See All The People with David Teel
    Scott and David Teel, Director of Laity and Spiritual Leadership, discuss Discipleship Ministries’ See All The People resource for churches and small groups.
    9 April 2019, 4:17 pm
  • 29 minutes 22 seconds
    Episode 59: CoreGroups with Meagan O’Brien
    Scott interviews Meagan O’Brien from the Gathering United Methodist Church in St. Louis. Meagan is an Associate Site Pastor at the McCausland location of the Gathering. Scott and Meagan discuss CoreGroups and the necessity for leadership development.
    25 March 2019, 5:38 pm
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