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Church Planting

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Prospective Planters

Discover if church planting is God’s calling for you.


We’ll support every step of your journey.

Discern Your Calling

Starting something from the ground up can feel daunting, especially when it comes to planting a church.

But what if you could take clear, guided steps toward discerning your calling and making a lasting impact for God’s kingdom?

If you are passionate about:

  • Starting a new work for the glory of God

  • Reaching people who aren't connected to a church

  • Advancing God’s Kingdom in your community

 Church planting might be your calling.

Track 1 of MNA's Church Planting Preparation, "Discernment" helps young pastors and seminary students who are curious about church planting. Click the link below to learn more about this track.

Ministry Discovery

 We’ve made the assessment process simple:

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Connect

Contact us to learn more about church planting and get the process started.

2

Discern

Attend an event and leverage our church planting resources to clarify your calling.

3

Thrive

Receive ongoing support as you plant and grow a thriving church.

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Why Plant with the PCA?

 The Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) is committed to building Christ-centered, gospel-driven churches that transform lives and communities. When you partner with us, you’re joining a family that supports you at every step.

Gospel-Centered Focus

We are passionate about reaching North America with the transforming power of the Gospel.

Proven Process

Benefit from our established church planting model, training, and resources.

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Supportive Network

Connect with seasoned church planters, mentors, and peers who will walk with you through every challenge and triumph.

Not Sure Yet?

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What’s at stake

 

Every year, churches close their doors, and fewer new ones take their place. Without bold leaders like you to step forward, communities risk losing vital places of worship, outreach, and discipleship.

 

By planting a church, you’re helping to reverse this trend—offering hope, renewal, and the light of Christ to those in need.

 

Are you ready?

 

Church planting is a unique calling that requires both deep spiritual roots and practical readiness.

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  • Are you passionate about reaching others for Christ and
    transforming communities?

  • Do you have a clear vision for ministry that inspires others to
    follow?

  • Have others affirmed your gifts for leadership, preaching,
    and evangelism?

  • Are you ready to step into the unknown with faith and
    humility, trusting God to work through you?

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If these questions resonate, it may be time to take the next step.

Is Church Planting for You?

Take our quick quiz to find out if God is calling you to plant a church. Developed by church planting expert Dr. J. Allen Thompson, this 21-question assessment will help you discern your next steps.

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ACTION STEPS

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Be the first to know

Subscribe to our newsletter to receive news and prayer updates.

2

Get involved

Contact us to learn more about what we're doing and how we can assist you with your ministries.

3

Give

Join us in advancing this ministry through financial support. Click the link to set up a one time or recurring gift.

Church Planting Staff - Prospective

Ministry Team

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Chris

Vogel

Church Planting and Vitality Coordinator

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Jon

Eagin

MNA Church Planter Recruiter

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Stefanie

Dunnington

Church Planting Administrative Assistant

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Jenny

Dorsey

Church Planter Assessment Center Administrator

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Jeph

Guinan

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Alan

Foster

Church Planter Resources Director

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Jim

Hatch

Church Planter Development Director

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