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Ministry Discovery

Where Do I Start?

To get started, read What is Church Planter Ministry Discovery. Take the quiz here. 

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Once you have read the article and have taken the quiz, click here to schedule a call. The call will last about 30 minutes and includes you and your wife if you are married.

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Discern Your Calling​

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Planting a church is a unique calling, and discerning that calling requires wisdom, clarity, and encouragement.

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MNA’s Ministry Discovery process is designed to help leaders thoughtfully explore their readiness for church planting. Through guided conversations, practical exercises, and interaction with experienced church planters, participants receive meaningful feedback about their strengths and areas for growth.

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This multi-day experience focuses on the key character qualities, calling, and competencies needed for healthy church planting. Our goal is not to evaluate your call to ministry or assign a grade. Instead, we provide honest, pastoral guidance to help you discern your next step.

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Participants typically receive recommendations that help them thrive in future ministry after attending a Ministry Discovery event.

 

For leaders who are still exploring the possibility of church planting, Church Planter Readiness Seminars offer a helpful first step in the ministry discovery journey.

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Our hope is that this process provides the clarity, confidence, and encouragement you need as you consider planting a healthy church.

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To learn more about upcoming Ministry Discovery opportunities and readiness seminars, please reach out to MNA's church planting staff here.

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Schedule

Because there are several steps involved in the application process, please contact us at least 2 weeks prior to the application due date to get started! 

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2026 Regional Dates

January 27-29 - Lakeland, FL 

  • Application Deadline: October 28, 2025

May 26-28 – Charlotte, NC (RTS)

  • Application Deadline: March 6, 2026

July 7-9 – St. Louis, MO (Covenant)

  • Application Deadline: April 17, 2026

September 22-24 Cincinnati, OH

  • Application Deadline: July 3, 2026

November 10-12 – Denver, CO

  • Application Deadline: August 21, 2026

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2027 Regional Dates

January 26-28 – Lakeland, FL  

  • Application Deadline: November 6, 2026

May 25-27 – Charlotte, NC (RTS)     

  • Application Deadline: March 5, 2027     

July 6-8 – St. Louis, MO (Covenant) 

  • Application Deadline: April 16, 2027         

September 28-30 – San Jose, CA  

  • Application Deadline: July 2, 2027     

November 9-11 – San Antonio, TX

  • Application Deadline: August 20, 2027

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Fee Structure for Regional Events Only

Married Applicants

  • Total fee$3000 per couple (meals are included; travel and lodging are the responsibility of the applicant)

  • $1000 non-refundable deposit is due with application

  • $2,000 balance due if invited, payable in full prior to attending

Single Applicants

  • Total Fee$1500 per applicant (meals are included; travel and lodging are the responsibility of the applicant)

  • $500 per applicant, non-refundable deposit is due with application

  • $1000 balance due if invited, payable in full prior to attending


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Frequently asked questions

Ministry Discovery Payment Form

Enter the full name of the candidate or couple attending the Ministry Discovery / Church Planter Assessment for whom this payment is being made.

Assessment Month
January
May
July
September
November
Other (date)

Please enter the month in which the Assessment will take place

Payer
Individual
Organization

Clarification:

  • Candidate paying for self: Select Individual.

  • Candidate paying on behalf of organization: Select Organization and enter organization details.

  • Organization paying for candidate: Select Organization.

Please specify one:

Individual (You, the candidate, are paying personally)  

Organization (a church, presbytery, or network is paying the fee for the candidate)

Reimbursement
Yes
No

You, the candidate are paying and will be reimbursed by organization

Payer Information
Organization Details (If Applicable)
Amount Due
$

AMOUNT DUE (optional)

Please select one: 

  • Application Deposit: $1000 if married / $500 if single

  • Balance Due: $2000 if married / $1000 if single

  • Portion Only (Example: Paying $750 toward balance)

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