Formation and Training of a Shepherd

From basic skills of leading group formation and one-on-one mentoring, to developing the heart of a shepherd who contends for the sheep, this course will give new point people the foundation they need to lead your local Reach More movement.

Course Outline

    1. This Is Reach More

    2. The Goal

    3. Inspired by Jesus' Mission Process

    4. Point Person Training

    5. Discern and Invite

    6. Form and Train

    7. Send

    1. Course Overview

    2. Welcome to Point Person Training

    3. Discern & Invite While You Train as Point Person

    4. Course Outline & Time Estimates

    1. This Is You!

    2. Shepherd

    3. Faithful

    4. Available

    5. Teachable

    6. Point Person Role Description

    1. Chapter 3 Introduction

    2. Embracing Our Deepest Identity

    3. The Heart and Habits of Discipleship

    4. TG Video: The Evangelization Pyramid

    5. The Evangelization Pyramid

    6. TG Video: Disciples in the Midst of the World

    7. Circle of Influence, Circle of Concern

    8. TG Video: A Unique Mission

    9. Ministry and Apostolate

    10. What Does This Look Like?

    11. What Does it Mean to "Send"?

    1. They'll Learn From You

    2. Reflecting on Your Experience

    3. TG Video: Facilitating a Spirit-Filled Discussion

    4. TG Video: Navigating Group Behaviors

    5. What about Theologically Questionable Comments?

    6. TG Video: Leading Your Group in Prayer

    7. A Path to Deepening Group Prayer

    8. TG Video: An Environment of Friendship and Trust

    9. Take-Aways?

    1. Training Group One-on-Ones

    2. Purpose

    3. Six Conversations

    4. Not Spiritual Direction

    5. Method: Life - Growth - Mission

    6. Prayer in One-on-Ones

    7. Take Notes

    8. Prepare for Each One-on-One

    9. Tip: From Life Circumstances to God's Action

    10. Tip: Follow-Up Questions Are Your Friend

    11. Relevant Attitudes and Skills Addressed in Training Group

    12. TG Video: A Personalized Approach

    13. TG Video: The Art of Conversation

    14. Ten Tips for Better Conversations

    15. God Is Already at Work

    16. A Spirituality of Communion

    17. What's Your Experience?

Point Person Training

  • 60 lessons
  • 2 hours of video content