Acts 12:24 Churches is open to pastors and churches who are interested in joining our shared mission. Like all covenant relationships, they should not be entered into lightly. Our Process is a four-stage journey to a solid and healthy transition blessed by God and mutually affirmed.
The Acts N.E.S.T. is the pathway for emerging churches to grow into a full society within the Acts 12:24 Churches Conference and the Free Methodist Church.
stage 1
Connection
In this stage, the church initiates ministry relationships in the life of the conference. The NEST agreement declares their intention to become a member of the Acts 12:24 Churches and the Free Methodist Church.
In this stage, established churches confirm that they have healthy organization structure in place. Emerging churches begin to organize the proper systems and structures necessary to stabilize the work.
In this stage, the church demonstrates consistent participation in Acts 12:24 structures and systems. We get to know one another and build relationships, “Ministry advances along relational lines.”
STAGE 4
Celebration
In this stage, the church transitions out of the N.E.S.T. and gains official status with the Acts 12:24 Churches Conference and the Free Methodist Church.
LOOKING TO CONNECT?
We are convinced that, “The kingdom of God advances along relational lines,” so we believe a conversation about collaboration over a cup of coffee is a great place to start.