With a metropolitan population of over 1.7 million people, this statistic means that about 1.4 million people in our city do not believe in Jesus.

PLANT WITH ATX COLLECTIVE
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Why PARTNER WITH ATX COLLECTIVE?

REACH THE CITY.

  • Bring Christ to one of the most influential cities in America.

LOCAL CHURCHES PLANTING LOCAL CHURCHES

  • Partner with local churches to support, encourage, and equip one another.

PLANT WITH PURPOSE.

  • Follow a proven pathway to plant, launch, and multiply healthy churches.

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Why Another church in austin?

In studying demographics in late 2010, the ABA discovered that a conservative estimate of 84% of the population of Austin claim to be unaffiliated with evangelicals. With a metropolitan population of over 1.7 million people, this statistic means that about 1.4 million people in our city do not believe in Jesus. There is no question that ABA congregations are doing some really wonderful things to reach Austin, but doing good is not good enough as we continue to lose ground.

Based on the current population growth and traditional church planting methods, the task of reaching Austin seems insurmountable. The ABA desires to partner with member churches to take steps to close the gap on lostness in Austin. The ABA has partnered with member churches to start over 40 churches in the last twelve years. Most of these new churches continue to flourish and some of them have even started new churches.

Currently, the ABA is financially supporting eight new works. It is our desire to partner with YOU to start a new work to reach our city.

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    Ridgetop Church

    We’re a church in central Austin that seeks to Center on Christ, Serve our Neighbors, and Send the Next Generation.

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    New City Church

    We exist to reach everyone with the good news of Jesus by making disciples who make disciples. We’re committed to investing in you so that you can invest in others. Don’t just go to church. Be a part of something bigger.

    Visit New City Church
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    Heirloom Church

    Move beyond comfort for a life of significance. Make your life count for something greater than yourself. Live intentionally today, realizing the profound impact your life can have on stories, legacies, and eternities. Life is fleeting, and we have one chance to live a life of purpose.

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WHAT IS THE PROCESS?

Infographic outlining the ATX Collective Church Planting Process from assessment to grand opening, including four steps: planter assessment, pre-launch residency and training, soft launch, and grand opening, with brief descriptions of each step.