The single best way to grow your group is through personal invitation. Think about it—when someone sees your face and hears, “I’d love for you to come,” it’s the warmest invitation they can get.

Here are a few other ways to help people find their way into your group:

Pray first. Ask God who He wants in your group, and pray for opportunities to invite them. Often, He’ll bring people to mind or across your path.

Offer something tangible. Hand out simple invite cards with your group’s time, place, and contact info so people don’t forget. Notice your “church neighbors.” The people who sit near you on Sundays probably do so regularly—why not invite them to take a next step with you?

Multiply the invites. Encourage your group members to invite friends too. It’s easier to say “yes” when you already know someone who will be there.

Keep info fresh. Make sure your group details are updated on the website and communicated when you start something new.

Remember—filling your group may stretch you outside your comfort zone, but that’s often exactly how God grows us as leaders. Don’t shortcut His work by waiting for people to just show up—step out, invite boldly, and trust Him with the results.

Leaders, what do you think?