Assessments

In the assessment process we come alongside leaders to help them discern whether the ministry of church planting is a good match for them.  We do this by working with them to identify and define their God-given talents, acquired ministry skills, personal temperament, and behavioral style and showing how these match up with the intangibles required to plant a church successfully.  It identifies where the candidate stands in relationship to the thirteen most essential qualities that are needed (as identified in the research of Dr. Charles Ridley) and recommends a plan for continuing development.

The process takes place in three phases.  It begins with an informal, on-line ‘pre-assessment’ that can be completed at the candidate’s own pace.  The process continues with an in-depth interview lasting several hours. The final phase is a day and a half of group exercises with other candidates.

Upon completion of the assessment, a comprehensive report is prepared that details the assessors’ recommendations and development plan based on the combined results of all instruments used.  The process is designed to give as complete a picture as possible of the candidate’s aptitude and readiness.

While the assessment process should never be used as the sole determinant of whether or not a candidate pursues church planting, it can be extremely helpful in their discernment process by giving them personal insights based on solid data and analysis that will inform their decision-making.