Clustering for Multiplication | LG Guide November 2025
LEADERSHIP THOUGHT:
As we continue through this season of revival, we are experiencing growth in our services and small groups. To help manage the growth and more effectively disciple new believers, we wanted to revisit the small group strategy of clustering.
Growth is great, but it can bring its share of new challenges. Without intentionality, growing groups can become crowded, people can disengage, and leaders can become overwhelmed. That’s why we don’t wait until a group becomes too big to act. Instead, we encourage groups to begin clustering.
“The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few…” (Matthew 9:37 NIV)
What is Clustering?
Clustering is the strategy of dividing a large group (> 6 attendees) into smaller groups of 3-4. You still meet together as one group, but cluster for deeper discussion, application, and prayer.
Benefits:
Creates a safer space for people to share, resulting in greater engagement and transparency.
Enables people to connect better relationally.
Provides an easier on-ramp for potential leaders to lead.
Prepares groups for eventual branching and multiplication
How to Cluster Effectively:
Be relational: Try to create clusters of people who are relationally connected.
Rotate cluster leaders: This empowers everyone to have ownership and allows everyone a chance to facilitate discussion.
Disciple intentionally: Have potential leaders disciple others using One2One, Purpose Driven Life, or the Purple Book and walk them through Growth Track, Discipleship Track, and Freedom Weekend.
Form “tripods” in new clusters: Begin establishing a consistent core of Leader + Apprentice + Faithful Member to build trust, ownership, and future leaders.
Why It Matters?
Clustering isn’t just about managing growth. It’s about fulfilling the mission of Jesus.
“Go and make disciples of all nations…” (Matthew 28:19 NIV)
Jesus developed disciples and sent them out to lead small groups that eventually turned into church communities. Our goal is not just to grow bigger groups, but to grow more disciples and raise more leaders. Clustering is a small step to making this happen. Multiplication happens when we equip, empower, and entrust others.
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS:
How have you seen clustering benefit your small group? Share stories or moments you’ve seen fruit.
Who in your group is already stepping up naturally, consistent in their faith and group attendance? Could any of them lead a cluster discussion next week?
What obstacles are keeping us from clustering more often? How can we work through those challenges?
PRAYER POINTS:
Pray for potential cluster leaders and future small group leaders by name for them to rise up and step out.
Pray for boldness and wisdom to empower others in your group to lead and step into their calling.
Holiday Season Reminder:
The Holiday Season is often a busy time for people, filled with many distractions. We must fight for consistency by:
Planning ahead. Looking at the Calendar and making adjustments. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's fall on a Thursday this year.
Meeting, even if not everyone can come.
Creating alternate group pockets to give options for members. Empower other leaders to lead those pockets.
Partnering with other small groups for joint gatherings or outreaches to invite new people.
Don’t let people drift. Let this season be a moment for deeper connection and even mission.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Upcoming Classes:
Freedom Weekend:
Kahala Women’s Freedom, Saturday, November 8, from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at Kahala
Main Campus Women’s Freedom, Saturday, November 22, from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm in the HUB at Main Campus
Main Campus Men’s Freedom, Saturday, November 22, from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm in Classroom 1 at Main Campus
Tacoma Women’s Freedom, Saturday, November 8
Tacoma Men’s Freedom, Saturday, November 29
