Church planting is far more than the act of starting new gatherings or constructing new sanctuaries. At its core, it is a movement of multiplication—of people, faith, and leadership. The true purpose of church planting is not merely to expand the number of congregations, but to raise up new disciples and leaders who will continue the mission of Christ in every place they are sent.

When a new church is planted, it naturally creates a need for local leadership—pastors, teachers, worship leaders, and volunteers who will shepherd and serve the community. This process opens the door for intentional leadership development, as men and women are trained, mentored, and equipped to lead with humility, wisdom, and integrity. These emerging leaders learn to care for people, communicate the Gospel effectively, and carry the vision of the Kingdom into their neighborhoods and beyond—becoming agents of transformation who bring light, hope, and renewal to the places God sends them.

Through church planting, leadership training becomes a central priority. As believers discover and develop their God-given gifts, they are empowered to serve in ways that impact their families, workplaces, and cities. Many of these leaders will, in time, go on to plant new churches themselves, multiplying the reach of the original ministry. This ongoing cycle of discipleship and multiplication ensures that the work of the Gospel continues to grow—stronger, deeper, and wider with every generation, reaching hearts across cultures and transforming lives through the power of Christ.

Supporting church planting can take many forms. You may be called to give financially, to pray faithfully, to volunteer your time and skills, or even to join a church planting team yourself. There are numerous organizations, denominations, and networks dedicated to equipping church planters with the tools, training, and spiritual support they need to thrive. By partnering with them, you become part of a global movement to advance the Gospel where it’s needed most—investing in leaders, shaping future generations, and leaving a lasting legacy of faith that will continue to bear fruit long after your contribution.

The Church around the world is alive and expanding. With each new church plant comes the opportunity to reach the unreached, restore communities, and raise up the next generation of Christian leaders. The call to plant churches is, at its heart, a call to participate in God’s redemptive plan for the world.

Now more than ever, we are invited to see church planting not as a program, but as a calling—a means through which the Holy Spirit breathes new life into people and places. Consider how you can be part of this mission, whether across the globe or in your own city, and join in building what cannot be shaken: the living Church of Jesus Christ—advancing His Kingdom, transforming lives, and declaring His glory among all nations.