Imagine if your favourite hockey team said, "...but we did training LAST year...!" 😊
Each time you run Alpha, do team training! It's a time for team "building" not only training. Yes, getting together with your team is essential each and every time you run Alpha and is absolutely vital to a successful Alpha.
Ask previous small group leaders to share their best advice for newbies. Think about creative ways to make the meeting fun and interesting! Use an icebreaker question to get people talking. End with prayer (prayer topics here).
Top Tip 💡 Ideally, your training session will model an Alpha session--with a meal or snack, training video, then discussion (and don't forget prayer!).
Team training...
Helps people catch the vision and heart of Alpha
Encourages friendship as people laugh and work together
Promotes a culture of unity, collaboration and sharing best practices
Builds trust and a sense of belonging
Increases team spirit, participation, enthusiasm and loyalty
Equips hosts & helpers with skills needed to facilitate great discussions
Provides support and a safe place to ask questions and share concerns
Models Christ-like character, leadership and teamwork
For Alpha Leaders: 5 Characteristics of Healthy Teams
Top Tip 💡 Consider joining with another local Alpha church and doing team training together (online or in person). Have a BBQ or potluck together, then watch the videos and discuss them. Learning is always more fun together!
