How is the health of your group?

Nurture – Have you checked the "temperature" of your group lately to make sure that all is well?  How does your group meet the felt needs of the members?  Are you praying for each other's needs?  Are your Bible studies addressing the current concerns of the members?  How are you encouraging one another?  From time to time it may be good to pass out a survey to get feedback on how things are going.

Outreach – is your group reaching out to other nurses?  Have you considered having a meeting specifically designed to invite co-workers?  Has your group considered being a part of an outreach event, like ministry to the homeless, a Touched Twice clinic, free health fair, etc?  I challenge you to consider an outreach event.  Not only will you be helping others, but your group will bond deeper as a result of the experience.

Remember health does not equate to size, but quality.  Talk with your group about their ideas and work toward a balance of nurture and outreach.