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We want to see lives changed by Jesus through group leaders who LEAD. Love Jesus. Excellent Host. Ambassador for Christ. Dependent through prayer. In today's episode, Pastor Joe unpacks the first aspect of the acronym LEAD- love Jesus.

What happens when a pastor goes from leading from the front to being part of the group? In this episode, we hear a personal story of how groups have shaped Pastor Joe's faith, marriage, family, and walk with Jesus. He shares honestly about the importance of being known, supported, challenged, and encouraged by other believers- and why even pastors need people to do life with. This conversation is a reminder that community isn't just something we lead; its something we all need. Because people need people.

Pastor Joe and Derek are back! Pastor Joe introduces us to the newest Groups Ministry Team member, Jena Parker. We also continue to discuss the importance of community here at Abundant Life! Thankful you are here for the discussion.

We're excited for this month's discussion! Pastor Joe and Derek discuss the One Another's that we find all throughout scripture and how we can love our Groups well!

Welcome back friends! We are excited to kick off 2026 with an episode with Pastor Joe discussing the vision for the Groups Ministry in 2026 at Abundant Life! We are glad you are here and pray for a fruitful 2026 in this ministry!

Tis the season to be merry! In this episode, Pastor Joe and Derek are gifting you with something fun from the Groups staff. Enjoy hearing from the whole Groups Team as we reminisce about our favorite Christmas memories! Tune in!

Welcome back! This month Pastor Joe and Derek welcome our new Groups Ministry Leader, Abby Peek! Get to know Abby and her story - we are excited for her to be a part of the team!

Today Pastor Joe and Derek are joined by our Connections Director Natalia Ray! We are excited to discuss the impact and role that Connections plays at Abundant Life and how our Groups Ministry works hand in hand with what they are doing to see live changed by Jesus. Listen in for some key takeaways that we can use as leaders to help our group members get connected at Abundant Life!

Join us this episode as Pastor Joe and Derek lead us in a discussion around Cord Four of Biblical Community here at Abundant Life; Responding Biblically! This is an important topic and discussion as we build and continue to shepherd the flock. Tune in!

Exciting conversation this episode as Pastor Joe discusses the heart behind Cord 3 in our Groups Ministry - Sharing Openly! He shares thoughtful ideas on how we can be great leaders in our Groups and how to create environments that allow people the comfort and trust to open their heart in Group! Tune in!

Welcome back Leaders! The discussion this episode revolves around our second cord of Biblical community - Engaging Relationally. Pastor Joe continues to cast vision and we talk through the importance of these core values in Groups. Tune in with us!

Join Pastor Joe and Derek as they talk through what it means to belong intentionally in Groups and why that is so important here at Abundant Life!

Thanks for joining in with us! Pastor Joe is sharing updates to the vision and our core values in the Groups Ministry here at Abundant Life. There are some exciting updates and we are greatly anticipating all that God will continue to do in this ministry. Tune in to learn more!

Thanks for tuning in! On this episode, Pastor Joe discusses with Derek about the Groups Fair that we have on campus and how it is an impactful event for the ministry. Pastor Joe helps us understand how we as Group Leaders can prepare for and maximize the impact that the Groups Fair can bring.

Welcome in for this month's discussion! Pastor Joe and Derek sit down and discuss how to care for our groups in times of crisis with our Director of Counseling, Doug Geiger! Thanks for being a part of the Groups Toolbox Podcast!