These ministries aren’t separate programs run from a central office. They grow out of relationships, local churches, and leaders who are actively serving alongside the people they equip.
Pray, give, or go through short-term teams, internships, medical missions, and long-term opportunities serving alongside people around the world.
Looking for relationship, accountability, and a wider family to walk with? Discover what it means for an established church to partner with DOVE USA while retaining its own identity.
DOVE ministries grow out of local churches and the people who serve in them. Find a DOVE church near you and discover where you can connect, grow, and get involved.
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.