SEED Church Planting Process

S - Start the Process

• Submit the Application & Interest Form
• Complete the Self-Assessment

E - Equip Yourself

• Watch Online Church Planting Training Videos
• Connect with the GLR Evangelism Team

E - Evaluate & Plan

• Complete Further Assessments
• Interview with GLR Evangelism Committee
  

D - Deploy & Launch

• Apply for EIN Number
• Set a Launch Date
• Form a core Team
• Begin Outreach & Pre-Launch Gatherings

GROW Church Revitalization Process

G - Gather Information

• Complete a short form detailing your church's needs and goals - greatlakescog.org/we-go

R - Receive Coaching & Resources

• Once we receive your form, a team member will reach out to connect you with a coaching program tailored to your church's specific needs based on an assessment.

O - Optimize Your Church's Health

• Use additional training and assessments to implement improvements and develop strategies for church growth - DOE1 Platform

W - Work Toward Growth

• Apply what you've learned, track progress, and continue engaging to ensure long-term growth.

     BELONG Church Affiliation Process

Begin to journey - Complete an online form expressing interest in joining the Church of God.

Examine our beliefs - Review the beliefs of Church of God Beliefs.

Leadership Interview - Schedule a meeting with the Evangelism Committee

Organizational assessment - Connect with our Regional Bishop for further evaluation and discussion.

Narrate your church's journey - Provide a detailed description of your church.

Grow together - Complete an official agreement and schedule a ceremony to celebrate and formalize the new partnership.