Portland Church Planting:: Support for you and your team

There are many church planting networks throughout North America.  Here in Portland we are connected to both the #SendNetwork of the #NAMB_SBC and the #NWBC.

We are not the perfect network but we strive to provide the following support to every planter who chooses to apply with us:

Accountability
Coaching
Training
Support

Church planting is a disciplined journey of walking in the Spirit, hearing from the Father, and making disciples of Jesus in a context with a unique story, unique values and unique rhythms.  Our network is constantly trying to help you live well into your calling, help you grow in your competencies as a follower of Jesus, and sharpen your character.

Thanks to those who are partnering with us and for  those who are exploring with us!  We are humbled and grateful.

Here are some pics of a recent Basic Training done in partnership with our NWBaptistPlanting Network :

Investing in True Leadership

In your new church, and as you make new disciples, hopefully your goal is to multiple disciples and multiply leaders. I would recommend investing in the following as you move forward together:

1. Invest in COMMUNICATION. Saying it from the pulpit on Saturday night or Sunday morning during the worship service is a good start, but it should not be your sole communication strategy. Communication, in this era, must have multiple platforms to reach all the disciples in the church. Don't let a lack of communication lead to minor misunderstandings which can become major mishaps.
2. Invest in PERSONALIZED training and education. Jesus learned carpentry as an apprentice of his father. Jesus likewise apprenticed those whole followed him as fishers of men. The most personalized approach is always the best approach. However, one size doesn't fit all. Coach according to the unique disciples needs. You can not train or educate from the pulpit. You need to come off the stage and invite disciples to come alongside you, modeling behaviors and beliefs.

As a young church, you have a unique capacity to invest in communication and personalized training/equipping. Start the journey here and you will not be disappointed and you will be moving in the right direction to create healthy leaders.

 

Want to read more? Check out this link: http://westfallonline.com/great-companies-true-leadership/

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