NAM - North American Missions

The Phases of Church Building

Phase #1: Envision

This phase typically happens 1-5 years before Launch and provides tools for church planters to move from envisioning to action.

  • Kenneth Stewart
  • Joumeel Mclaurine
  • Devin Akers
  • Galen Thompson
  • Paul Records
  • Scott Sistrunk

Phase #2: Preparation

This phase typically happens 12-18 months before Launch and provides a solid foundation for church planters and their team as they familiarize themselves with the target community.

  • Joumeel Mclaurine
  • Rick Lovall
  • Ann Thompson
  • Galen Thompson
  • Scott Sistrunk

Phase #3: Pre-Launch

This phase typically happens 9-12 months before Launch and guides church planters through the legal, financial, and administrative systems of a church.

  • Joumeel Mclaurine
  • Devin Akers
  • Rick Lovall
  • Joshua Youngblood
  • Paul Records

Phase #4: Launch

This phase typically happens in the 6 months leading up to the Launch and includes Interest Gatherings as well as the actual Launch service.

  • Joumeel Mclaurine
  • Devin Akers
  • Galen Thompson
  • Joshua Youngblood
  • Paul Records
  • Scott Sistrunk

Phase #5: Post-Launch

This phase advises church planters in the months following the Launch, as they establish sustainable systems and strategies.

  • Kenneth Stewart
  • Joumeel Mclaurine
  • Devin Akers
  • Galen Thompson
  • Paul Records
  • Scott Sistrunk