Larry is the founder of DOVE International, a network of churches scattered throughout the world. Larry initially served for 15 years as senior pastor of DOVE Christian Fellowship in Pennsylvania, which grew from a single small group of believers to over 2,300 in 10 years. Today, DOVE International believers meet in more than 1,000 churches in 27 nations and five continents of the world. An author, Larry has written 40 books, including the Cry for Spiritual Mothers and Fathers, Speak Lord! I’m Listening, House to House and Building Your Personal House of Prayer. Larry earned his masters of ministry with a concentration on leadership from Southwestern Christian University. Larry and his wife, LaVerne, have been married 49 years and live in Lititz, Pennsylvania. They love to spend time with their four amazing children and their families and the best grandkids in the world.
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A first-year church planting budget comes with plenty of unknowns. Start with what you know, estimate what you don’t, and build a financial plan you can refine as the church grows.
A clear budget helps you anticipate expenses, recognize potential challenges, and make better financial decisions before they become urgent. Tracking income and expenses throughout your first year also gives you real numbers to work from when planning the next.
If administration isn’t your strength, involve someone who is gifted in it. The church planter doesn’t have to build the budget alone, but every church plant should have one.
For more guidance on budgeting and the church planting process, explore Church Planting Made Practical, compiled by Ron Myer with Jeff Hoglen.