# Leading Small Groups 小组带领
Small group leaders create a welcoming space for shared learning, spiritual growth, and living out God’s Word together. 小组带领者营造一个温馨的环境，促进共同学习、属灵成长，并一起实践神的话语。
# Small Group Leader's Role 小组带领的服事
A small group leader guides discussions with humility, encourages growth, and fosters a Christ-centered community.
## Small Group Leader Qualifications
1. Must be a born-again, baptized Christian and a member of this church.
2. Must have attended worship services at this church for over a year, be committed to the church, and regularly participate in Sunday services and small group meetings.
3. Must not engage in behaviors that clearly violate biblical principles, such as cohabitation before marriage or extramarital affairs. Must uphold holy marriage and agree with the biblical teaching of one man and one woman in marriage.
4. Must have a solid knowledge of the Bible, a mature understanding of God, and a stable spiritual life.
5. Before officially leading Bible studies, must be approved by pastoral staff and complete the required training courses.
6. If the leader displays poor testimony and repeatedly fails to correct it after counsel, the church reserves the right to suspend their service.
## Small Group Leadership Guidelines
1. Serve faithfully, prepare in advance, and be diligent even in small tasks. Arrive early and get all songs or Bible study materials ready beforehand.
2. Leading Bible study is not preaching or explaining everything; it’s creating a space for shared exploration and mutual sharing. Prepare themes and discussion questions, guide and encourage members to participate, and manage the time and flow of discussion.
3. Leading is not to display spiritual superiority but to help brothers and sisters understand God's Word.
4. Always remember the principle: "See no one but Jesus."
5. Bible study is not only to understand Scripture but to help believers live out their faith.
6. Be tolerant of different opinions; if they do not violate biblical principles, avoid arguments. Never win the debate but lose the testimony.
7. Do not force new friends to speak or share. For questions you can't answer immediately, take note and consult a pastor later. Meetings should not exceed two hours.
8. Reserve 5 to 10 minutes at the end of the Bible study for a summary and conclusion.
9. The small group chat group is for communication and care. Monitor the group’s activity; if inappropriate messages attacking the church or unrelated advertisements are posted, address and correct them promptly.
10. Members participating in small group activities must understand and abide by [the group covenant](https://next.saskcac.ca/books/leading-small-groups/page/small-group-covenant).
小组带领者以谦卑引导分享，鼓励成长，建立以基督为中心的团契。 ## 小组带领的资格
1. 重生得救且受过洗的基督徒，本教会会友
2. 参加本教会崇拜一年以上，委身于教会，固定参加教会的主日聚会与小组聚会
3. 没有明显违背圣经原则的行为如未婚同居、婚外情等。持守圣洁的婚姻，认同及遵守圣经关于一夫一妻、一男一女的教导。
4. 具备相当的圣经知识，对神有较成熟的认识和属灵生命
5. 正式开始带查经之前需经过教牧同工的认可，并接受相应的课程培训
6. 开始服事之后若出现不良见证，经劝诫而屡教不改的话，教会有权停止其事奉。
## 带领小组活动的注意事项
1. 忠心事奉，提前预备，以最大的忠心，来做最小的事情。提前到达，提前预备好查经所需的歌曲或查经资料等。
2. 带查经不是讲道，也不是讲解圣经，而是创造一个共同探讨、彼此分享的机会。需预备主题和讨论题目，带领和鼓励组员参与分享和交流，并掌握讨论的时间和主题。
3. 带查经不是为了显示自己有多属灵，而是为了帮助弟兄姐妹明白神的话。
4. 紧记“不见一人，只见耶稣”的原则。
5. 带查经不仅仅是为了使人了解圣经，更是为了帮助弟兄姐妹将信仰活在生活中。
6. 包容不同的意见，若并不违反圣经原则，无需争辩反驳，切勿赢了理论，输了见证。
7. 不要勉强新来的朋友发言或谈感想。对于无法当场回答的问题，可以先记下来，事后请教牧师再答复。聚会时间应不超过两小时。
8. 小组查经结束前，要留下5到10分钟作结论。
9. 小组群是为了方便联系和关心组员。需及时关注小组群动态，若有组员发布攻击教会或弟兄姐妹的言论，或发布与信仰无关的广告信息，请及时沟通及劝阻。
10. 小组成员参加小组活动，需要了解并遵守[小组公约](https://next.saskcac.ca/books/leading-small-groups/page/small-group-covenant)。
# Small Group Covenant 小组公约
This covenant commits small group members to love, trust, serve, and grow together in Christ with integrity and care.
## Commitment to Meetings
We value one another and commit to attending fellowship/small group meetings regularly, avoiding absence without cause. We take responsibility seriously, serve each other, and faithfully fulfill our role within the group.
## Commitment to Authenticity
We commit to being open with each other, sharing genuine feelings without hiding our hurts, joys, love, hate, hopes, and disappointments.
## Commitment to Compassion
We will encourage and forgive one another, letting God's Word guide us to walk in truth.
## Commitment to Confidentiality
We commit to keeping confidences, especially concerning personal matters, weaknesses, and private issues. We will protect each other and refrain from gossip.
## Commitment to Financial Integrity
No borrowing, selling, or financial guarantees within the group. While we care for each other's needs, especially in times of lack, all financial matters will be handled cautiously. Support should be voluntary and based on genuine need, not involving loans or financial entanglements.
## Commitment to Submission
We commit to submitting to one another and to the leadership of the small group leader appointed by the church. We will regularly pray for our church and group coworkers. Group or church WeChat groups are mainly for communication; use them cautiously. For theological questions, members should directly ask the group leader or pastors instead of posting in the group to avoid unnecessary disputes.
## Commitment to Care
We commit to caring for each other, encouraging interaction and visits among members, but exercising caution in private interactions between the opposite sexes.
此公约呼召小组成员以爱心、信任、服事与诚信在基督里共同成长。
## 聚会之约
我们愿意看重彼此，总要参加团契/小组聚会，不无故缺席，我们看重在团契/小组当尽的责任，彼此服事，我愿忠心负担起我在小组中当尽之份。
## 真诚之约
我们愿意彼此敞开，我们分享真正的感受，不隐瞒所受的伤害、喜乐、爱恨、希望、失望。
## 怜悯之约
我们愿意彼此劝勉，彼此宽恕，借着上帝的话语引导我们走在真理中。
## 保密之约
我们愿意彼此守密，特别对个人隐私、软弱、不宜公开的事保密。我们彼此保护，绝不说人是非。
## 财务之约
不借贷、不推销、不作保。我们愿意彼此看顾，但在金钱财务上，我们愿意更谨慎来面对。见到弟兄姐妹在衣食上短缺时，甘心乐意资助他们，但不可以借贷或其他金钱往来。
## 顺服之约
我们愿意彼此顺服，顺服教会所选立的小组长的领导，并经常为教会及小组的同工代祷。小组或教会的微信群主要用于联络，请谨慎使用。若有信仰上的疑问，组员应直接向组长或牧者询问，而不是发到小组微信群引起不必要的争论和混乱。
## 关怀之约
我们愿意彼此关怀，鼓励组员彼此之间的互动及探访，但应谨慎异性之间单独接触。
# Caring for Small Group Members 关怀组员
Caring for small group members means building genuine relationships, offering spiritual and practical support, and growing together in Christ’s love.
## Principle of Caring for Members
Loving one another expresses new life, exercises spiritual maturity, and sets an example. Strong relationships bring fruitful building and ministry.
### Steps
1. Learn about each member’s background, work, family, and children.
2. Regularly meet for spiritual sharing and prayer with members.
3. Create opportunities for members' families to have meals together.
4. Arrange outings involving multiple member families.
#### Reflection: 1 John 4:11-12
- What challenges do you face in loving others?
- How can you express love in daily actions?
- How do you understand God's love being made complete in us?
## Caring for Small Group Members
### Spiritual Care
- Ensure everyone has a chance to speak and be heard during or around meetings.
- Listen carefully for spiritual struggles and pray specifically.
- Pray for each member by name regularly, and serve according to prayer insights.
### Practical Life Care
- Pray for members' work challenges.
- Pray for their families, marriages, and children.
- Pray for health concerns and family abroad.
### Follow-up on Absentees
- Contact absent members within 1–2 days.
- If absence is due to real difficulties, pray and offer help.
- If excuses are frequent, watch for signs of spiritual drift, pray, spend time with them, and inform pastors if it continues.
### Following Up with Newcomers
- Greet newcomers after meetings and invite them to return.
- Follow up the next day via phone or WeChat, asking about their experience and needs.
- If help is needed beyond the small group’s ability, involve a pastor.
#### Reflection: Galatians 6:2
- How to bear each other's burdens practically?
- How to support and encourage during challenges?
- How to ensure everyone is heard and understood?
## Establishing One-on-One Caring Partnerships
- Encourage members to pair with a same-gender partner for mutual support (e.g., for 3 months).
- Partners meet or call weekly to share challenges, Bible reading insights, and pray together.
- Reassess or reshuffle partnerships after each stage.
#### Reflection: James 1:19-20
- How to practice quick listening and slow speaking?
- How does anger affect your relationships?
- Share an example of practicing patience and understanding.
## Caring for Seekers (Newcomers Exploring Faith)
- Actively get to know newcomers.
- Find common ground (children, hometowns, professions, hobbies).
- Build friendship naturally and gently introduce faith without arguing, following the Holy Spirit’s leading.
#### Reflection: Romans 12:10-13
- How to practice brotherly love and honor daily?
- How do diligence in service and perseverance in prayer show in your life?
- How has faith helped you endure challenges?
## Frequent Communication with Group Members
- Keep in touch regularly through meetings, calls, Whatsapp/WeChat, emails.
- Consistent communication builds trust and openness to seek help when needed.
- If a member is unresponsive, another team member or a pastor can reach out.
#### Reflection: 1 Peter 4:8-10
- What does it mean to truly love one another?
- How does love help cover sins and build unity?
- How can you be a good steward of God's gifts through service?
关怀小组组员就是建立真诚关系，提供属灵与实际支持，并在基督的爱中一同成长。
## 关怀小组同工理念
同工彼此相爱是新生命的表达、操练与榜样。美好的关系能带来建造和服事的果效。
### 步骤
1. 了解每位同工的背景、工作、家庭、孩子等情况。
2. 定期与同工灵里交通和祷告。
3. 创造同工家庭聚餐机会。
4. 安排同工家庭共同出行活动。
#### 默想：约翰一书 4:11-12
- 在服事或生活中，彼此相爱的挑战有哪些？
- 如何在日常生活中表达爱？
- 如何理解“上帝的爱在我们里面得以完全”？
## 关怀小组组员
### 灵性关怀
- 关注聚会中每位组员的表达与需要。
- 聆听、代祷，求智慧与怜悯。
### 生活关怀
- 关注工作、家庭、健康和远方家人。
- 特别为困难祷告并实际关心。
### 缺席跟进
- 1-2天内关心未出席者，辨别真实需要或属灵状态。
### 新朋友跟进
- 聚会后直接关心，次日电话或微信跟进，邀请继续参与。
#### 默想：加拉太书 6:2
- 如何在小组中彼此担当？
- 如何在困难中彼此支持？
- 如何促进表达与聆听？
## 建立一对一守望关系
- 与同性别伙伴定期（每周）交流、代祷。
- 阶段性重新调整或暂停。
#### 默想：雅各书 1:19-20
- 如何在沟通中快快听、慢慢说？
- 怒气在人际关系中的影响？
- 实践耐心聆听的具体例子。
## 关怀慕道朋友
- 主动认识，寻找共同点。
- 建立友谊，温柔介绍信仰。
#### 默想：罗马书 12:10-13
- 如何在生活中彼此亲热？
- 服事与祷告的实际体现？
- 信仰如何帮助面对挑战？
## 经常联系小组组员
- 多种方式保持联系（见面、电话、Whatsapp/微信、电邮）。
- 若无回应，换同工或与牧者沟通处理。
#### 默想：彼得前书 4:8-10
- 如何实际表达彼此切实相爱？
- 爱能遮掩罪，如何在生活中应用？
- 如何作神恩赐的好管家？