Starting churches
Plant a church that transforms lives now and multiplies for generations.
Gain mentorships, find funding support, and build a strategic framework to give both your expanding congregation and your leaders a healthy start.
92% success rate in starting churches
When you partner with Converge, you and your church plant receive access to our coaching, proven systems, resources, and lifelong relationships.
We work with churches who hold to the authority of Scripture and want to further Jesus’ mission. That means we don’t emphasize a particular model or ask you to agree to theological nonessentials.
Sound like we align with your heart? Let’s talk.
Why churches plant with Converge North Central
We unite over what we share
As we work together in Christ, we celebrate differences in expression.
We’re not here to take over—we’re here to serve
We provide an outside perspective and actionable solutions without oversight.
We help your church through any need
We’re on call to assist with the many missional and personal challenges leaders encounter.
We’ve been doing this for more than 150 years
We do whatever it takes to stay faithful to Scripture and share the gospel across divisions.
How we serve
Church planting assessment center
About the assessment centerConverge has one of the longest running, most influential and highly trusted church planting assessment systems in the country. The assessment center helps you discern your calling, ministry fit, and leadership capacity as a church planter.
Coaching
About coachingIf you aren’t already connected with a coach, we’ll provide one. When you partner with Converge North Central, you are rolled into our regional teams, so you enjoy the benefits of a larger network, relationships with other pastors and churches, and personal support from regional leaders.
Business and foundational resources
Explore resourcesWe serve church plants as they develop.
Training
Explore trainingsOur partners at the Converge National office provide free workshops and seminars. Attend Church Planting 101 and 201 courses, learn about finances and operations, or do a Compass well-being self-assessment.
Partnerships
See partnersExpand your network by partnering with Converge North Central’s strategic partners.
Our CNC churches
Converge churches are uniquely independent, collaborative congregations that are self-governing, hold to the authority of Scripture, and focus on the gospel.
Find a churchHow it works
We provide a clear pathway for you to plant a new church. Each step has been strategically designed to improve your success so more people can meet, know, and follow Jesus.
The process
Discern your calling
Attend Converge’s highly trusted church planting assessment center.
Get equipped
Learn best practices on raising funds and recruiting your launch teams.
Stay supported
Once you’ve launched, continue receiving coaching, training, and resources.