CHURCH IN HARD PLACES

In the world’s poorest communities life is hard. Life expectancy is low, crime is high, drug and alcohol addiction is extensive, and mental health issues, abuse, and neglect are widespread. Many churches in poor communities lack access to affordable and relatable training, and church planters often feel ill equipped and under resourced. But there is also something special about these places. There is often a rich sense of community and loyalty, and many people are happy to call these areas home. Acts 29 is working to see churches planted here, in the world’s poorest communities.

Church planting in small towns and remote villages presents distinct challenges and opportunities. Acts 29 Rural works to develop resources and training opportunities to equip those engaged in ministry within these unique environments.

Church planters in poor or rural communities lack access to affordable and contextually relevant training. Additionally, these communities often lack solid gospel-preaching churches. Through Acts 29 Apprenticeships, indigenous, urban, and rural church planters are trained and supported to plant healthy churches. Apprenticeships also serve as a pathway to assessment with Acts 29.

Church planters among the urban poor or within rural communities face unique challenges. Through Church in Hard Places, we provide training and Acts 29 assessment support for those who need it. We also offer formal education through Grimké Seminary (USA) and the Ragged School of Theology (Europe), where participants receive masters-level theological training.