HOST

Being a host is not limited to leaders and teachers. In fact, we started using the term HOST at COTR because many people do not think of themselves as leaders or teachers, and so they assume they are not qualified to facilitate a small group. We stress that being a HOST simply requires four things: Have a heart for people, Open up a place to meet, Serve something to drink, Turn on a DVD.

 I used to ask if people could open up their homes, but changed this to a place to meet because so many people today have their small groups at coffee houses, restaurants, even in the park. Can you serve something to drink? In other words, we’re pointing out that hosting a small group only requires some basic hospitality? Can you turn on a DVD? I even explain that, if the group is small enough, the host can use a laptop computer.

 The point is anyone can be a small group host: teenagers, senior adults, brand new believers. The best thing about being a host is that, “the host grows the most”.

 So today, why don’t you consider being a HOST? Start new groups with new people. You’ll be glad you did!