SFG Leader Handbook
Everything you need to know about leading a group this semester.
Groups Begins September 14
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Important Dates This Semester
Week of June 15, 2026 | Registration Opens
Week of September 14, 2026 | First Group Meetings & Introductions
Day of October 12, 2026 | Indigenous People Day
Week of November 23, 2026 / Thanksgiving Break
Week of November 30, 2026 | Final Group Celebration
The Leader Handbook
Have additional questions or want to dive deeper, check out the expanded leader handbook.
Student Expectations
Participate thoughtfully in each group meeting
Students may only miss 1 SFG gathering over the course of a semester
If a student needs one additional absence, we do allow them to do 1 make-up either through a 1-on-1 meeting with you or through a small homework assignment that you give to them.
Refrain from using electronics (phone, laptop, tablets, etc.)
Respect their SFG leader and other students
Leader Expectations
Host at least 10 SFG gatherings for Monday groups and 11 SFG Gathering for non-monday groups.
Keep weekly attendance
Students may only have 1 absence per semester
Attendance must be taken through Planning Center and submitted weekly.
Maintain your meeting room
Mandated reporting
Meeting Spaces
If you prefer to meet elsewhere (off-campus, apartment, etc.) please contact Jerome (Jwilliams@jessup.edu)
If you want to move locations, check with Jerome (Jwilliams@jessup.edu) before moving.
Student Registration
Students need to be registered in Planning Center. Here is the link for student registration.
If they aren’t they may not receive credit for the group.
Leader Absences
If you know you cannot host a meeting, please find a guest speaker or ask a student to lead.
In emergencies/last minute sickness, please contact Jerome (Jwilliams@jessup.edu).