The Ministry Playbook

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InterVarsity has taken 75 years of ministry experience and turned our best strategies and resources into an online learning space called the Ministry Playbook. Through our tailored courses, anyone and everyone can be equipped for campus ministry to this generation of students and faculty. 

We want to see every college campus transformed by the power of the Gospel. God is on the move on a campus near you, and he's inviting you to come along for the ride. Come check out the Ministry Playbook:

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Small Group Launch Checklist

A printable checklist of practical tasks needed to start a small group including preparation, what you need for your first meeting, and what to do after the first meeting.

Pacing Templates for Bible Study

This handout outlines how to pace your small group's Bible study, depending on how much time you have available.

Prayer and Worship Activities for Small Group

These two handouts offer multiple ideas for prayer and worship activities you can do with your small group to help keep you connected with God.

Spiritual Practice of Silence Guide

A short guide to help you engage in silence as a spiritual practice.

Small Group Development Plan

This resource will help you keep track of the most important aspects of small group leading so you can be ready week to week.

Group Icebreakers

A list of icebreaker ideas and activities to help groups get to know one another and grow in communication and hospitality. Curated by InterVarsity staff.

Following Up (Ministry Playbook)

Good follow-up can turn a ‘moment’ into a ‘movement of God’ in someone's life.

Sharing the Gospel (Ministry Playbook)

What would you say to someone who’s wondering what Jesus and Christianity are all about? How might you share the gospel and invite them to respond? The Big Story will equip you to share the gospel of Jesus Christ!

Inviting Well (Ministry Playbook)

Connect with even more students and faculty as you make winsome, welcoming invitations!

Stepping into Small Group Leadership (Ministry Playbook)

Saying yes to leading a small group is a risk. But it’s also an adventure, and this course will help you take the first step! As you lead, you’ll discover a life-giving community and growing love for Scripture.