Built upon the message of the gospel and methods drawn from Scripture, our model of church planting is represented by the acronym ASLA: Assessment, Specialized Training, Launch Support, and Apostolic Care.

Assessment in Sovereign Grace is a relational process that uses biblical standards and pastoral observation to attempt to clarify the call of God on a man’s life.

Specialized Training for church planters begins with the development of godly character and includes academic study, practical instruction, and supervised ministry opportunities.

Launch Support refers to the wide range of assistance given to Sovereign Grace church planters, including practical resources, team formation, financial support, and ongoing strategic help.

Apostolic Care occurs in the context of a relationship, and is provided by men committed to serving local churches through the ongoing guidance and nurture of churches and church planters.