This is a small group ministry PowerPoint presentation to a congregation explaining the purpose and function of small groups. Its main goal is to encourage the congregation to start a small group ministry and follow through with it by devoting time and attention to it. It covers: (1)What a “Small Group” is—and is not; (2) The Five Purposes of Small Groups; (3) When and Where they meet; (4) A suggested Small Group schedule; (5) Why small groups are vital to this congregation; and (6) Recent experiences and acquired wisdom for small group ministry.