Small Group Leader Requirements

• Be an active, committed member of theCrossroads, including faithfulness in tithes/offerings 
• Complete a 12 Lesson Bible study and attend LifeGroups/Discipleship as a member.
• Be baptized in Jesus’ name and filled with the Holy Spirit 
• Make a daily, living connection with Jesus Christ a priority (prayer, fasting, Bible reading) 
• Be an encourager and listener for all members of the life group & refrain from and redirect any negative or disparaging remarks toward others or the church 
• Model a Christian lifestyle and clean living (abstaining from recreational drugs, alcohol and smoking) so others may see the benefits a of Christ filled life. 
• Meet with Small Group regularly (keep established schedule) 
• Participate with other Small Group leaders for training and encouragement - Hebrews 10:24-25 
• Fill out a brief Small Group Report (electronically) when requested.
• If any conflict arises, resolve in preferred manner - Matthew 18
• Interview and be endorsed by the Small Groups Team Leaders.
• Be Characterized by “love” and warmth by others as well as demonstrating continued growth, being “spiritual-minded”, being used by God to “restore others in a spirit of gentleness” in relational, transformational ways - John13:35; Gal 6:1-2 
• Present a topic, theme, or Small Group plan for the semester for your small group and have it approved by the Small Groups Team Leaders.

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