LICENSED 209 | CHURCH PLANTING

Planting Missional Churches

Church planting remains one of the most effective strategies for reaching new communities and multiplying the gospel. In this practical and research-driven course, students will engage with Planting Missional Churches by Ed Stetzer and Daniel Im, a comprehensive guide that reflects the latest missional practices, cultural insights, and leadership strategies for starting healthy, reproducing churches.

This course explores the theological foundations of church planting while providing step-by-step instruction on vision development, contextualization, team formation, fundraising, discipleship pathways, and sustainable growth. Students will gain a clear understanding of what it means to plant a missional church—one that is biblically faithful, culturally aware, community-engaged, and intentionally focused on making disciples who make disciples.

Whether you are preparing to plant a church, support a church-planting team, or strengthen your understanding of missional ministry, this course offers essential skills, frameworks, and principles for long-term, Spirit-led impact.

Key Takeaways:

• Understand the biblical and missional theology that drives effective church planting.
• Learn the strategic stages of planting a church—from calling and vision to launch and multiplication.
• Explore how to exegete a community and contextualize ministry to diverse cultural settings.
• Gain practical tools for team building, leadership development, evangelism, and disciple-making.
• Be equipped to plant or support healthy, sustainable, and missionally focused church communities.

Required Textbook

Planting Missional Churches, Second Edition, Ed Stetzer and Daniel Im ISBN# 9781433692161

This essential book will help shape your understanding of church planting. It’s a must-read before attending class! To get the best deal, we recommend checking online retailers like Amazon or Christian Book Distributors.

What to Expect

At ASOM, we want to set you up for success in every class. Here’s what you can expect as you prepare:

Before Class:

You’ll receive a confirmation email with the link to Google Classroom where you'll download your Study Guide and submit it when completed. Make sure to read the assigned book and complete your Study Guide before class day—it must be turned in using the provided link prior to class time.

During Class:

Get ready to learn from one of our amazing instructors! They’ll walk you through key concepts from the course and highlight material from the Study Guide to help you fully understand the subject. It’s an engaging, interactive time of learning and preparation.

Exam Time:

After class, you’ll take your exam online. Please bring a laptop or device that can connect to the internet. Note: You won’t be able to use your Study Guide during the exam, so take time to study and be prepared!

If You're Attending Online:

No problem! You’ll receive a Zoom link the week of your class to join live. You’ll still submit your Study Guide in advance and take the exam online after class just like in-person students.

We’re here to help you grow and succeed—let’s do this together!

Important Note About Credentialing and Credit

Courses completed through the Arizona School of Ministry (ASOM) meet the educational requirements set by the Assemblies of God for each level of ministerial credential. However, completing the courses does not guarantee that you’ll receive a ministry credential. Credentialing is a separate process that includes an interview, application, and district approval.

ASOM is a non-accredited Bible institute, endorsed by the Executive Presbytery of the General Council of the Assemblies of God for ministry training. While many students benefit greatly from the coursework, credits do not automatically transfer to a college or university.

We’re here to help equip and prepare you for the call God has placed on your life—and we’ll walk with you every step of the way!