During our Spring Community Group Leader Equipping, we talked more in-depth about how we operate more as a shepherd for those in our group. Listen to Part 1 of the training recorded via Zoom and led by our Central Groups Pastor & Discipleship Director Team. Please download the PDF File: (training document): https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:va6c2:bcbc709c-d7d7-418a-b90d-605f0f1e9e4a Check out our Vox Groups Leader Resource on RightNow Media for more practical tools to lead healthy, vi...
Apr 23, 2024•38 min•Season 2Ep. 2
During our Spring Community Group Leader Equipping, we talked more in-depth about how we operate more as a shepherd for those in our group. Listen to Part 1 of the training recorded via Zoom and led by our Central Groups Pastor & Discipleship Director Team. Please download the PDF File: (training document): https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:va6c2:bcbc709c-d7d7-418a-b90d-605f0f1e9e4a Check out our Vox Groups Leader Resource on RightNow Media for more practical tools to lead healthy, vi...
Apr 23, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Join us in this episode as we welcome our guest, Lauren Roy, the Global Mission Director at Vox. Tune in to hear an engaging discussion on the latest updates regarding upcoming trips and discover practical ways for community group leaders to join in prayer and support this impactful ministry's mission to come alongside our partners in 2024. Episode Notes: Practical ways you as a leader can partner with Global Missions: Partner in Prayer: Global Missions Prayer Needs: Church Planting & Theolo...
Feb 02, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 13
As we continue in our desire to see CG leaders equipped, tune in to a conversation with Kurt Garceau, Groups Pastor, Kisha Sheppherd, and special guest Nancy Silva, Pastor of Spiritual Life at Vox. In this episode, Nancy shares her heart about the importance of taking time to reflect and pause to review the day or the year through spiritual practices that will enrich your walk with Jesus. May your heart be encouraged this Christmas Season. Check out our Vox Groups Leader Resource on RightNow Med...
Dec 20, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Episode 11 : Let's Talk Anxiety & Mental Health is a conversation with Kurt Garceau, Kisha Sheppherd, and special guest Shane Mahon LCSW a Therapist, and a valued member of our Vox Community. In this episode, Shane helps to define anxiety and mental health with the overall goal of helping Group Leaders gain an understanding of how and when to support group members who battle with anxiety and mental Health. In this discussion, you will find practical tips and guidance. Check out the resources...
Nov 10, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In this episode, Kurt Garceau and Kisha Sheppherd talk about What's Next for Groups in 2024. Listen to why we have decided to switch to a seasonal model of Community Groups. For details and FAQs see the episode notes below: EPISODE NOTES: WHAT’S CHANGING: Historically we had an ongoing model of groups but starting in 2024 we are shifting to a seasonal model of groups. Instead of just having groups ongoing and just leaving it up to the leader to communicate start and end dates, we are providing c...
Oct 06, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In this episode, Kurt Garceau and Jake Rosekopf talk about 7 elements of a Healthy Community Group and practical ways to ensure they are being accomplished in your group. For more practical ways to improve group health, see the note at the bottom. EPISODE NOTES: 1. CONSISTENCY Consistency of the scheduled gathering Consistency of attendance of members Consistency of fellowship, prayer, worship, and Bible study. 2. AUTHENTICITY Definition: "The quality of being genuine or real." Everyone is open ...
Sep 01, 2023•20 min•Ep. 9
In this episode, Kurt Garceau and Jake Rosekopf talk about 4 practical steps to get ready for leading your Community Group in the fall. EPISODE NOTES: Typical Fall Timeline: End of August – Fall Campaign Curriculum Released & Group Links Groups Links are an opportunity for people to sign-up for Community Groups at each campus. Early September – Groups Rally The Groups Rally is an opportunity to build excitement around Community Groups, to prep for the Fall Campaign, to offer more specific eq...
Aug 01, 2023•21 min•Ep. 8
In this episode, Kurt Garceau and Jake Rosekopf talk about the pros and cons of different summer plans for Community Groups as well as offer practical ideas for each. EPISODE NOTES: 1. Some groups keep meeting throughout the summer IDEAS: Study "one another" passages and creatively live them out together. Have a night where people share their testimonies. Have a worship/prayer night. Involve the kids in the study. 2. Some groups change their frequency of meetings and/or location. IDEAS: If you m...
Jul 01, 2023•22 min•Ep. 7
In this episode, Kurt Garceau, Jake Rosekopf, and Jermaine Sheppherd talk about some of the practical upsides and downsides of having a big Community Group, as well as tools and skills for Community Group Leaders to utilize to make sure their group is healthy, vibrant, and growing. EPISODE NOTES: Community Groups at Vox Church, on average, range from 5-20 people. Upsides of a big Community Group: Increased chances of connecting with someone who is like you. Increase of different life experiences...
Jun 01, 2023•26 min•Ep. 6
In this episode, Kurt Garceau, Jake Rosekopf, and Mickeve Regis talk about the importance of connection and community beyond the regular group gathering and offer many practical ideas to accomplish it. EPISODE NOTES: WHY should we focus on life together beyond the gathering? - Follows the example of Jesus with his disciples. - Creates family & satisfies the longing everyone has for community. - Fosters greater authenticity inside gathering time. - Encourages better attendance at the Communit...
May 01, 2023•21 min•Ep. 5
In this episode, Kurt Garceau, Jake Rosekopf, and Bru Hickey talk about how Community Groups are intertwined with Outreach at Vox Church. Bru will also give Community Group Leaders practical tools and resources to utilize regularly with their Community Groups. EPISODE NOTES: “The love of God compels us.” 2 Corinthians 5:14 What is Vox Church’s vision for outreach? Vox Outreach exists to share the love of Christ with people across New England through serving the greatest needs in our cities and p...
Apr 01, 2023•23 min•Ep. 4
In this episode, Kurt Garceau and Jake Rosekopf talk through 7 practical tools to lead a dominant personality and ultimately your group with grace and truth, in love. EPISODE NOTES: 1) Pray for wisdom and words ! (James 1:5, Colossians 4:6) Pray for wisdom and for the right words and trust God to give them generously. 2) Set the stage. “Hey guys, before we begin, I just want to remind everyone that we want to make sure everyone has a chance to talk tonight, so let’s give everyone an opportunity....
Mar 01, 2023•19 min•Ep. 3
In this episode, Kurt Garceau and Jake Rosekopf talk through 9 practical tools to help you make discussion time easier so that everyone has the opportunity and feels comfortable enough to share. EPISODE NOTES: 1) Put in the work. Prepare ahead of time, pray ahead of time, leave room for the Holy Spirit. 2) Set the tone. Be honest and vulnerable as a leader and acknowledge you don’t have all the answers. It challenges group members to think and come up with answers. It takes the pressure off you....
Feb 01, 2023•18 min•Ep. 2
In this inaugural episode, Kurt Garceau and Jake Rosekopf talk about three important things that you, as a Community Group Leader or Host, need to know about Community Groups at Vox Church. Thank you for listening and leading your CG's. EPISODE NOTES: "He makes the whole body fit together perfectly. As each part does its own special work, it helps the other parts grow, so that the whole body is healthy and growing and full of love." Ephesians 4:16 1. Community Groups are where the rest of church...
Jan 01, 2023•18 min•Ep. 1
