
I recall being invited once to a Christian "home gathering." The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and I longed to have a similar experience in my own parish.
Small groups can be a game-changer for a faith community, helping to create an environment where people can discuss the message of the week's homily against a background of trust and confidentiality.
This quiet revolution is on full display in the new book The Transformative Power of Small Groups: a 7-Step Guide for Building Vibrant Catholic Communities.
Authors Fr. Michael White and Tom Corcoran have created a field manual for launching, maintaining, and growing small groups within a parish. This is a nuts-and-bolts book filled with highly useful information and insights.
The writers make a compelling argument for small groups to revitalize the faith among church-goers. I found myself cheering them on throughout this book, which would be a wonderful gift for the priest or parish manager in your life.
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