Small Group Expo and Leadership Update

Hello Small Group Leaders,

It’s time! Our Small Group Expo is coming on Sunday, September 14, and we can’t wait to showcase our passion for small groups and how essential they are to our walk with Christ.

We want your table to stand out and reflect the life of your group. We’ll provide: A colorful sign with your group’s details A sign-up sheet White linen

You bring the spark! Add colorful fabric, photos, balloons, candy, props—anything that reflects the personality and heart of your group.

Prizes will be awarded to the top three tables that best display:

– Christ – Christ-centered
– Creativity – Fun, colorful, energetic
– Community – Warm, caring, inviting

Set-up time: 8:00–8:45 am before first-service attendees arrive.

Please confirm your group’s information at nccabq.org > Community > Small Groups and send any updates by Monday, August 25 so we can print your sign.

Please begin praying for this event—that God would draw the right people to the right groups and stir hearts to join or even start a small group

Leadership Challenge

This month, focus on developing or identifying future small group leaders. Prayerfully look for those who are faithful, available, teachable, and already influencing others. Invite them into small leadership moments—reading scripture, facilitating prayer, or hosting. Multiplication starts with intentional investment in others.

“And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also.” (2 Timothy 2:2, ESV)

Encouragement

You do an incredible job of loving your group well. Keep showing up with grace, patience, and consistency. Your presence in their lives matters more than you may realize.

“So, being affectionately desirous of you, we were ready to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own selves, because you had become very dear to us.” (1 Thessalonians 2:8, ESV)

Reflection Question

How can you care more intentionally for each group participant in ways that you have not cared before? Consider spiritual encouragement, personal follow-up, practical help, or creating space for them to share more deeply.

“Bear one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.” (Galatians 6:2, ESV)