In this episode, Dr. Hunt, Dr. Smith, and Dr. Sullivan discuss: • Trends in local church life post covid. • A key question to gauge the current health of your church is, "What percentage of your groups ministry is attending?". • Two big changes in groups ministry that every church should consider. • The importance of habit and how long it takes to develop an impactful rhythm. • The future of Sunday School in America. • What is broken about Sunday School and was it always like that? • Incredible key components of a successful growing groups ministry. • What are the biggest challenges facing church staff that have the responsibility of leading Groups Ministry? • Recruiting volunteers, training leaders, and starting new groups. • Josh & Tim talk about Sunday School University as a resource. • Scott shares what it means to be a 2nd & 3rd Mile Christian.