Group Outreach Ideas

Many of our small groups have commented lately on how they have a desire to be involved in various outreach projects to our community. My first and foremost comment would be to say “That is Awesome!” It seems as though we are really coming full circle and accomplishing so many great things in our Tiffany Groups – small group ministry. You should be excited for your part in helping create a community that cares for others.

Here are a few suggestions for your group outreach involvement. May we suggest that we not reinvent the wheel when it comes to giving assistance. As you may know, we have some good offerings operating in our local community already, so it would be a great idea for your group to adopt a well functioning cause and help collect items they may need. We maintain a list of assistance programs in our area from clothing closets, to food pantries, and various counseling centers that you can contact and offer your support to.

Also, you should consider getting the local community involved by requesting them to help in your efforts. They can easily be reached by a simple flyer being placed in their hand or in the door if they happen to be gone when you call on them. This could also be a means of inviting neighbors into your group or even open the possibility of becoming aware of needs in your own community. Here is a sample of how a handout might read.

Hi my name is… and I participate in a small group at Tiffany Fellowship Church. We are collecting… for the local… We would love for you to be able to participate in giving with us. If you are willing to help donate any of the items, we will be picking them up on… Just give me a call and our group will be glad to come by to pick them up and deliver them to… during this time of need.