A process that invests in you

Following Identification, you will be invited into an Assessment process with our partner, Stadia, which helps determine your aptitude and readiness. In addition to receiving an internal spiritual call to church plant, our assessment process provides confirmation of an external call and readiness to plant because we want to make sure you are best suited and most prepared for the incredible task at hand. 

Assessment involves three phases: Exploration, Discernment, and the Discovery Event. 

The first two phases answer the questions: Am I called? and Am I Ready? There are activities, inventories, and personality assessments in these two phases at which you will proceed at your pace. 

The Discovery Event (DE) is a 3-day in-person event where you will learn about and be assessed on four core competencies. You can view a breakdown of these competencies here. 

Think of the DE less like the SAT and more like showing up to a sports tryout where you get to put your skills into action to be evaluated by competent and qualified guides. 

The end result of the DE is a recommendation for planting, most often with some further development work to do. For many planters, this is a hugely encouraging moment because they receive external confirmation of their church planting potential, which complements the calling they’ve received internally by the Holy Spirit. 

Throughout your Assessment process, you are encouraged to be in regular communication with your sending pastor and Area Leader for continued coaching and development.