Benefit
There's value in multiplying the reach of ministry by planting local churches and by associating with existing local churches for renewal and strengthening. God is glorified when like-minded church leaders associate with one another in order to foster relationships that Edify, Protect, Encourage and Support.
Independence and Autonomy of the Local Church
We're committed to the independence and autonomy of the local church led by a plurality of elders chosen from within the local congregation. FiveStone Churches seeks to influence by relationship, not mandate. We rely on healthy relationships to influence churches toward courageous and steadfast faithfulness to the Lord in the work of ministry.
Independence and Autonomy of FiveStone Churches
FiveStone Churches is an independent organization that is not, and never will be, a ministry arm of an individual church. The organization is governed and protected by a board—the Elders Council—which is largely composed of pastors and other leaders from select member churches. The Elders Council functions as a true governing board and is not to function as a titular or nominal advisory board.
Read our entire Principles of Association document.