GCC white papers

These white papers were written to provide deep dives into the theological underpinnings of GCC’s ministry philosophies. Click any image to download the related paper.

Is the GCC Right for You?

Learn about the commitments, for both church partners and the Great Commission Collective, that define affiliation. This paper will help you evaluate if entering into a partnership with GCC is beneficial by outlining all of the ways in which we can contribute to each other's missions.
A Vision for Church Planting Networks

Learn how GCC can contribute to the mission of any church looking to truly embrace gospel ministry, as well as the commitments needed from both church partners and GCC in order to establish an effective partnership.
Why We Plant Churches

The Great Commission Collective has a constitutional mandate to plant churches, but what does that mean? If we are to understand and achieve this goal, it is essential that church planting be clarified in writing. This white paper will explore why the Great Commission Collective plants churches by defining its core principles and providing insight into how this mission can be accomplished.
The Partnership Plan

The Partnership Plan provides a comprehensive overview of the Collective's plan for equipping and preparing church leaders, elders, and church planters.
How Does Leader Care Work in the GCC?

Learn about the intentional-care strategy that forms a cornerstone of GCC's ministry and understand the costs associated with offering such care. Discover what it takes to keep souls healthy so leaders can last and be equipped to lead as God intended.
What We Mean by Collective

We will explore the meaning of “Collective” and why it is important to understand our roles in order to achieve success. We will discuss how collaboration, contextualization, and vocabulary leadership are key components of any successful collective as well as learn about the 7 action steps that every GCC eldership should consider.
Toward a Theology of Leadership in the Local Church

Leadership is a critical component of the local church, yet it often gets overlooked in favor of organizational strategies and theories. This whitepaper looks to explore how we can develop a theology of leadership within the local church which takes into account both faithfulness and effectiveness, considering why and who should lead as well as what they should do.
Church Leadership Development Framework

This paper outlines a framework for developing Gospel-centered leaders through an intentional process of making, maturing and multiplying them. It explores leader profiles, qualities and training considerations that will help to equip elder qualified men so they can be effective church leaders
Partnership Commitments

Are you interested in exploring partnership with the GCC? If so, understanding the financial commitments to the Collective is an important part of the process. Our whitepaper "Partnership Committments" outlines these financial commitments for church planters and local churches - from Church Planter Commitment to ongoing monthly contributions.
Elder Roles

Do you want to understand the work of organizational governance and your role within it? This white-paper offers elders guidance on understanding their roles in the work of governance, drawing from common grace principles of order that fit well within Scripture.
Am I Called? Study Guide

Are you considering a call to ministry? Are you wondering if you are truly called by God? If so, this study guide for Am I Called? is perfect for you! In this six week study, we will explore the question of whether or not you are called to pastor or plant. Through group discussion, take-home training, and additional study resources, you will be guided in your exploration of the next steps of your calling.
CPT 2.0 Scope and Sequence

The Church Planter 2.0 Scope and Sequence is a comprehensive outline that provides a structured plan for the training and development of church planters within the GCC network. It outlines the key areas of focus, core competencies, and essential topics that church planters need to understand and master in order to effectively launch and sustain healthy churches. The document serves as a roadmap for the GCC Church Planter Training (CPT) program, ensuring that planters receive a well-rounded education and practical training in areas such as gospel-centered ministry, preaching, disciple-making, leadership, and church multiplication.
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