The Power of Small Groups in Christian Formation

Small groups continue to be a significant part of church life and Christian formation in the twenty-first century, impacting a church and society characterized by loneliness and fragmentation. As such, Julie Gorman is prompted to declare, "Small groups have come of age! They have found unprecedented acceptance and endorsement." This is a comprehensive book on small groups and Christian formation informed by theology, church history, and the social sciences. It addresses both the foundations and praxis of groups, with a special emphasis on leading dynamic group discussions.

Harley Atkinson taught youth ministry, Christian education, and ministry leadership for twenty-six years at Toccoa Falls College. He is the editor of the Handbook of Young Adult Religious Education (1995) and author of Teaching Youth with Confidence (2001) and The Power of Small Groups in Christian Education (2002). His articles have appeared in Christian Education Journal.