17:6 Network

Mission, Methods, and Values

Shared convictions shape a shared way of life

17:6 churches work together around a common mission, a biblical approach to developing people, and values that shape our relationships, leadership, and ministry.

Our Mission

To equip and resource leaders to develop and multiply life-changing churches.

Methods

How we pursue the mission.

  • Create, develop, and operate training programs that form leaders in Biblical Perspective and Kingdom Values.
  • Recruit, train, and deploy the next generation of leaders.
  • Provide training and coaching for leaders currently serving.
  • Help leaders build relationships and encourage one another.
  • Create and distribute curriculum and practical resources for life-changing churches.

Relational Values

The Heart Attitudes guide the way we relate to one another.

  • Put the goals and interests of others above our own.Philippians 2:3–4; John 13:34–35
  • Live an honest, open life before others.Ephesians 4:25; 1 John 1:7
  • Give and receive Scriptural correction.Hebrews 10:24–25; 3:13
  • Clear up relationships.Matthew 5:23–24
  • Participate in the ministry.1 Peter 4:10; Ephesians 4:16
  • Support the work financially.1 Corinthians 16:2; Galatians 6:6
  • Follow spiritual leadership within Scriptural limits.Hebrews 13:17; 1 Peter 5:5–7

Personal and project values.

Faith

2 Corinthians 5:7

Humility

Philippians 2:5–9

Teachability

Proverbs 13:13

Patience

James 1:2–4

The value of people

John 3:16

Serving

Mark 10:45

Excellence

1 Corinthians 10:31

Buying up the opportunity

Ephesians 5:15–16

A godly team spirit.

Cohesive

We are loyal and trust one another.

1 Corinthians 1:10; 13:7

Proactive

We bring a "can-do" attitude.

Philippians 4:13

Sharp

We pursue excellence in the way we work.

1 Corinthians 10:31

Inclusive

Join with us.

Acts 5:14

Seven commitments for living in biblical relationship.