{"product_id":"the-transformative-power-of-small-groups-a-7-step-guide-for-building-vibrant-catholic-communities-a-rebuilt-book-paperback","title":"The Transformative Power of Small Groups: A 7-Step Guide for Building Vibrant Catholic Communities (a Rebuilt Book) - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eMichael White\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eTom Corcoran\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In an era marked by Eucharistic revival, synodal renewal, and Jubilee celebrations, Fr. Michael White and Tom Corcoran--the bestselling authors of \u003ci\u003eRebuilt\u003c\/i\u003e--offer a practical guide to revitalizing your parish through small groups. In \u003ci\u003eThe Transformative Power of Small Groups: A 7-Step Guide for Building Vibrant Catholic Communities\u003c\/i\u003e, they show you how to foster faith-based friendships, which result in vibrant communities that not only sustain Christian love and service but also change the world. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e This concise guide shows how small groups can become the backbone of your parish's pastoral care, discipleship, and evangelization efforts. Through their signature blend of engaging storytelling--highlighting real-life successes and struggles--White and Corcoran share examples of how small group members rally around each other during times of crisis, challenge one another toward spiritual growth, and provide meaningful support in everyday life. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Whether you're a parish leader or a dedicated parishioner, you'll learn how to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Understand the transformative impact of small groups on spiritual growth and community building \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Easily organize and structure small groups for all ages and ministries, with minimal time and resources \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Choose engaging content and resources that inspire participation and growth. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Launch and maintain a vibrant small-group ministry in your parish \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Address common challenges and navigate obstacles to becoming a parish of groups with ease \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e With step-by-step guidance and three practical appendices--featuring scripture references, FAQs, and responses to common concerns--\u003ci\u003eThe Transformative Power of Small Groups\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential resource for any parish looking to grow in faith, community, and mission, without needing a big budget or extensive time commitment. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis book is an essential resource for any parish looking to grow in faith, community, and mission--without needing a big budget or extensive time commitment.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFr. Michael White and Tom Corcoran--the bestselling authors of \u003ci\u003eRebuilt\u003c\/i\u003e--offer a practical guide to revitalizing your parish through small groups. In \u003ci\u003eThe Transformative Power of Small Groups\u003c\/i\u003e, they show you how small groups can become the backbone of your parish's pastoral care, discipleship, and evangelization efforts and share heartfelt stories of small group members rallying around each other during times of crisis, challenging one another toward spiritual growth, and providing meaningful support in their everyday lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFr. Michael White\u003c\/b\u003e is a priest of the Archdiocese of Baltimore, pastor of Church of the Nativity in Timonium, Maryland, and cofounder of Rebuilt--an organization designed to rebuild parishes for growth and health.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite is the coauthor of the best-selling book \u003ci\u003eRebuilt\u003c\/i\u003e--which narrates the story of Nativity's rebirth--\u003ci\u003eTools for Rebuilding, Rebuilding Your Message, The Rebuilt Field Guide\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eChurchMoney\u003c\/i\u003e. He is also coauthor of \u003ci\u003eSeriously, God?\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eRebuilt Faith\u003c\/i\u003e; and the best-selling Messages series for Advent and Lent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring White's tenure as pastor at Church of the Nativity, the church has almost tripled in weekend attendance. More importantly, commitment to the mission of the Church has grown, demonstrated by the significant increase in giving, service in ministry, and much evidence of genuine spiritual renewal. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhite earned his bachelor's degree from Loyola University Maryland and his graduate degrees in sacred theology and ecclesiology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 2023, White and Corcoran were honored by Pope Francis with the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice award for outstanding service to Church and Pope.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003echurchnativity.com\u003cbr\u003erebuiltparish.com\u003cbr\u003erebuiltparish.com\/podcast\u003cbr\u003eFacebook: @churchnativity\u003cbr\u003eTwitter: @churchnativity\u003cbr\u003eInstagram: @churchnativity\u003cbr\u003eFacebook: @rebuiltparish\u003cbr\u003eInstagram: @rebuiltparish\u003cbr\u003eYouTube: @rebuiltparish\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTom Corcoran\u003c\/b\u003e has served Church of the Nativity in Timonium, Maryland, in a variety of roles that give him a unique perspective on parish ministry and leadership. First hired as a youth minister, Corcoran has also served as coordinator of children's ministry and director of small groups. He is lay associate to the pastor and is responsible for weekend message development, strategic planning, and staff development. Corcoran also is the president of Rebuilt--an organization designed to rebuild parishes for growth and health.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCorcoran is the coauthor of best-selling book \u003ci\u003eRebuilt\u003c\/i\u003e--which narrates the story of Nativity's rebirth--\u003ci\u003eTools for Rebuilding, Rebuilding Your Message, The Rebuilt Field Guide\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eChurchMoney\u003c\/i\u003e. He is also coauthor of \u003ci\u003eSeriously, God?\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eRebuilt Faith\u003c\/i\u003e; and the best-selling Messages series for Advent and Lent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn 2023, White and Corcoran were honored by Pope Francis with the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice award for outstanding service to Church and Pope.\u003c\/p\u003eTwitter: @thomaswcorcoran\u003cbr\u003echurchnativity.comrebuiltparish.comrebuiltparish.com\/podcastFacebook: @churchnativityTwitter: @churchnativityInstagram: @churchnativityFacebook: @rebuiltparishInstagram: @rebuiltparishYouTube: @rebuiltparish\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 192\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.53 x 8.41 x 5.59 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 07, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53480012710195,"sku":"9781646803460","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/s3xxpj-vy.myshopify.com\/products\/the-transformative-power-of-small-groups-a-7-step-guide-for-building-vibrant-catholic-communities-a-rebuilt-book-paperback","provider":"The Celestial Starlit Phoenix ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}