The leader is a guide of the side rather than a sage on the stage. Interactions are easier if people can see one another. Avoid calling on people to read aloud or reading around the group. Contact ahead of time those you want to read aloud. Respond immediately to an expressed need.
Love responds immediately.
Pray for the individual and need as it is expressed. Encourage everyone in the group. Make each person feel his or her questions and responses are important. Follow-up between meetings is important. If a need or concern was shared, contact the individual during to week to offer encouragement and support.