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Barnabas 
Planting Network

Sending All Gods Disciples

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Our Mission

To equip and encourage disciples of Christ to answer the call of gospel-based church planting.

Our Story

Welcome to the Barnabas Church Planting Network! Our journey began with a calling and a shared vision to support church planting in a way that extends beyond the traditional roles of pastors and church planters.

My personal experience with the launch of Bridge Church in Fort Saskatchewan, AB, Canada, was transformative. Being part of a dedicated launch team of laity supporting the church planter, it became clear that the work and expertise required to plant a church are far too much for any individual or couple to bear alone. This realization sparked the creation of the Barnabas Church Planting Network.

At Barnabas, we believe that the calling of church planting is not limited to pastors alone but is a collective mission for all disciples of Christ. The Barnabas planting network is built on the principle that a team with a broad range of skills and experiences can more effectively launch and sustain a new church. By working together, we can bring the gospel to our communities in a powerful and sustainable way (Which is crucial as Pastor Burnout is way too high).

Our mission is specifically to equip and support Full Church Launch Teams alongside the church planter with the resources, training, and community they need to thrive. We are committed to fostering a collaborative environment where every member’s unique gifts and talents are utilized to their fullest potential.

Join us in this exciting journey of faith and service as we work together to plant churches and spread the message of Christ’s love.

If you have ever been a part of a church launch either recent or not, we would love to hear from you.  The link above will take you to a short survey with a list of questions to help us better understand how we can help improve the training of Church Launch Teams and their leaders.

The 3 Strands of the Barnabas Planting Network

Barnabas Summit

A church planting summit for the
Full Church Launch Team

Post-Launch Getaway

A leader retreat 1-2 years after launch to refuel and recharge for Phase 2

Tentmaking Services

Supporting church plants with business & organizational expertise

Ecclesiastes 4:12

Though one may be overpowered,
   two can defend themselves.
A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.

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The Summit

Join us for an inspiring Church Planting Summit designed to equip and empower your Full Church Launch Team. This event will provide valuable training, resources, and networking opportunities to help you successfully establish a new gospel based church. Together, we can grow vibrant communities of on fire for Jesus. Don't miss this chance to learn from experienced leaders and connect with like-minded individuals!

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Tent Making

At Barnabas Planting Network, we are dedicated to supporting church plants by providing essential business and organizational. Our team understands the unique challenges that new churches face, and we are here to offer guidance and resources to help them thrive. Together, we can build strong foundations for vibrant communities of faith. Let us partner with you on this exciting journey!

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The Renewal

Join us for a leader retreat, designed to refuel and recharge your leadership team as you embark on the next phase of our journey. This gathering, taking place 1-2 years after your launch, and will provide an opportunity to reflect on your achievements, learn share insights, and hear feedback while dreaming about the future. Our goal is to help you stay passionate about your calling, recharge and dream about the next phase of your journey.

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