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Start a House Church

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The House Church Network

Start a House Church

Begin Your House Church Journey

 

 

 

Feeling called to start a house church in your home or neighbourhood? The House Church Network provides the equipping, support, and ongoing mentorship you need to begin this rewarding journey. We're looking for people who feel called to be disciples who make disciples.

Starting a house church isn't about having all the answers or special qualifications—it's about opening your home and heart to what God wants to do through ordinary people who make themselves available. It is not about having a set number of years as a Christian either, for Jesus equipped his own disciples who had little prior training, they had willing hearts.

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Our Approach to Equipping

 

 

When you express interest in starting a house church, we don't just hand you a manual and wish you luck. We walk alongside you through a relational process of equipping and mentoring:

1. Initial Connection With an Elder

The journey begins with a personal meeting with one of our experienced elders. This isn't a formal interview but a conversation about:

  • Your spiritual journey and sense of calling
  • Your vision for ministry in your home and neighborhood
  • Questions and concerns you might have
  • What support you'll need to succeed

This initial meeting helps us understand how to best support you and creates the foundation for an ongoing mentoring relationship.

2. Practical Training and Equipping

Before launching your house church, you'll receive practical training through:

  • House Church Foundations - A 4-session training covering the biblical basis, core practices, and practical aspects of facilitating a house church
  • Shadow Experiences - Opportunities to observe established house churches in action
  • Leadership Development - Specific training on facilitating discussions, pastoral care, and developing others

This equipping process is tailored to your specific needs, gifts, and context rather than following a rigid program.

3. Ongoing Mentorship

You won't be on your own once your house church begins. Each new house church leader is paired with an experienced elder who provides:

  • Regular one-on-one mentoring meetings
  • Availability for questions and challenges as they arise
  • Wise counsel during difficult situations
  • Encouragement and accountability

This relationship continues as long as needed, with the goal of helping you become a mentor to future house church leaders.

4. Network Support

Beyond your personal mentor, you'll be connected to the wider House Church Network through:

  • Monthly gatherings with other house church leaders (Shepherds)
  • Resource sharing among house churches
  • Collaborative mission and outreach opportunities
  • Prayer support from the entire network
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The Path to Launching

 

 

The typical journey to starting a house church includes these 4 phases:

1: Exploration Phase (1-2 months)

  • Initial meetings with elder/mentor
  • Visiting existing house churches
  • Beginning core training
  • Praying about who might form your initial group

2: Preparation Phase (1-3 months)

  • Completing foundational training
  • Gathering your initial core group
  • Making practical preparations
  • Meeting regularly with your mentor

3: Launch Phase (First 3 months)

  • Beginning regular house church gatherings
  • Regular check-ins with your mentor
  • Addressing initial challenges and questions
  • Establishing healthy patterns and culture

4: Multiplication Phase (6+ months)

  • Identifying and developing new leaders
  • Preparing for potential multiplication
  • Exploring how your house church might multiply

Hear From Those Who've Started House Churches

 

 

"I never saw myself as a 'church leader' in the traditional sense. Through the mentoring and support from The House Church Network, I discovered I could create a space in my home where people encounter Jesus. The ongoing relationships has made all the difference." —Jo, Auckland

Common Questions About Starting a House Church

Ready to Begin your Journey?

If you feel called to explore starting a house church, we'd love to connect you with an elder who can guide your next steps.

One of our elders will contact you within 48 hours to arrange an initial meeting.

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Find answers to common questions about how house churches function and what makes The House Church Network unique.

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