Assessment CONFERENCES

Acts 29 has assessed more than 1,500 <i><span style="color:var(--primary-color-bg)">church plants</span></i> and churches.

Acts 29 has assessed more than 1,500 church plants and churches.

This wealth of experience enables us to offer effective assessments to both individuals and churches seeking to plant.

An integral part of our assessment process is the conference. Following the successful completion of our online assessment, participants will be invited to the conference, where we will explore your calling to plant in both formal and informal settings. 

When an existing church seeks to join Acts 29, we either conduct an on-site assessment at your location or invite the lead pastor and his wife to attend the conference.

The Assessment Conference includes:

1. Preaching Assessment

Prior to the Assessment Conference, your sermon submitted in the online application, will be reviewed by a Preaching Assessor, who will write a Preaching Report and schedule a video call with the Applicant to discuss their feedback from the sermon submitted.

2. Pastoral Assessment

Applicants will be presented with a case study of a pastoral situation in the context of church planting and asked to discuss in a group setting how they might address the situation.

3. Strategic Planning Assessment

Applicants will be asked to present their strategic plan in a variety of ways (plans for planting, discipleship strategy, evangelistic strategy, etc.) to a group of assessors who will ask questions for clarification and engage with their plan.

4. Wives Discussion

During the conference wives are invited to a few informal discussions with the female assessors to talk about their expectations of ministry and to explore a complementarian approach to planting.

5. Interview

Over the course of two interviews, the applicant’s individual assessment team will ask questions to better assess their giftedness to plant with Acts 29.

6. Meal Times

Throughout the conference, meals and breaks are key times to build relationships with other applicants and assessors, to relax and learn from one another.

Acts 29 is a relationship-driven network.

These conferences are a great way to begin building relationships within the Acts 29 community. 

Assessment Conferences

We will be hosting the following assessment conferences in the US in 2026 with others happening globally as well:

February 17 - 19
Jacksonville, FL

April 28 - 30
Phoenix, AZ

September 1 - 3
Denver, CO

November 17 - 19
Dallas, TX

Take the Next Step With Wise Counsel

Acts 29 is not the right fit for every planter. But for leaders seeking shared beliefs, a proven path, training, coaching, support, collaboration, and long-term care, it has become a trusted partner. You can expect honest assessment, clear expectations, and guidance that prioritizes your health and the church’s future over quick outcomes.

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