Overall, not a fan. There are a few practical things to consider here. Very “movement” heavy and reflects modern excitement behind CPM type thought.

Practical but tethered to a specific vision. The authors are fair but I think it was a little too married to current trends in North American church planting.

Good practical steps for those wanting to plant multiplying churchesAs a cross cultural missionary I found some good practical information to use in ministry. Their church planting techniques are biblically sound with a lot of biblical examples. Much of it was however targeted towards institutional western church models with less emphasis on house churches.

This is one of my favorite books on church planting, I appreciated the material so, so much."The goal of church planting is glorifying God, growing his kingdom, and developing healthy churches with new converts."

This is one of my favorite books on church planting, I appreciated the material so, so much."The goal of church planting is glorifying God, growing his kingdom, and developing healthy churches with new converts."

This is one of my favorite books on church planting, I appreciated the material so, so much."The goal of church planting is glorifying God, growing his kingdom, and developing healthy churches with new converts."

Recommended I truly recommend this book if you are passionate about church planting ministry. It gives you the foundation of what kind of ministry you would like to see.

Very beginner book. Basic information. Might be helpful for someone approaching

Great intro into Church Planting

A must read for church leadersThis is a masterpiece in Church planting. Although mainly purposed for people involved in the process of planting a church, it is also a must read for every Church leader, denomination committee, and Christian in general. If you are not in board with multiplying church plants, read this book, it will change your perspective

A must read for church leadersThis is a masterpiece in Church planting. Although mainly purposed for people involved in the process of planting a church, it is also a must read for every Church leader, denomination committee, and Christian in general. If you are not in board with multiplying church plants, read this book, it will change your perspective

In the weeds of church planting Thesis books makes it an aim to address details that can easily be overlooked by those considering a church plant. It helps bring perspective that planting a church is about far more than simply being a pastor. It also is a call for more churches to become reproducers. There are very helpful categories and models given of different kinds of church plants, small groups, children’s ministries a, and evangelism practices. It is. A great resource to return to when see...

Very comprehensive look at church planting, albeit mostly from a North American perspective. Broken up into five sections, each chapter is challenging and informative on how to effectively engage in church planting, while giving room for different styles and preferences amongst planters. Great for giving clarity on what church planting can look like in your specific context. Would recommend for anyone interested in engaging in church planting.

Ed Stetzer and Daniel Im, Planting Missional Churches: Your Guide to Starting Churches That Multiply, 2nd ed. (Nashville: B&H Academic, 2016).Though I am neither a church planter nor the son of a church planter, I read the second edition of Planting Missional Churches by Ed Stetzer and Daniel Im with interest. Why? Because it raises questions and teaches ways of thinking about the answers that all North American church leaders need to consider in our increasingly post-Christian society.The proc...

Stetzer reminds me of why I both love and hate "definitive guide" books. LoveIf you want to plant a church, especially one in the United States, you should read this book. It's got so much about almost every topic related to church planting. Not only that, but I loved the emails from different church leaders describing the different models for doing church.HateHate's a strong word, that's not really true. But, it is really long. It clocks in at about 400-some-odd pages. Really better as (and may...

Stetzer reminds me of why I both love and hate "definitive guide" books. LoveIf you want to plant a church, especially one in the United States, you should read this book. It's got so much about almost every topic related to church planting. Not only that, but I loved the emails from different church leaders describing the different models for doing church.HateHate's a strong word, that's not really true. But, it is really long. It clocks in at about 400-some-odd pages. Really better as (and may...

In Planting Missional Churches, Ed Stetzer and Daniel Im embrace the ambitious task of providing a comprehensive manual for missional church planting. Throughout thirty chapters broken up by five sections, Stetzer and Im provide a robust theological vision and practical advice surrounding several key aspects of church planting. The reader can expect to find much to think about regarding leadership structure, casting vision, developing small groups, cultivating spiritual health, establishing a mu...

When I moved into a condo, only the best books moved with me. To make the cut, a book had to be indispensable.It says something, then, that I kept Planting Missional Churches by Ed Stetzer. I've consulted it many times as I've planted. Stetzer is a church planting expert. He's planted churches, researched church planting, and consulted with church planters across the globe.Planting Missional Churches is a good book, but it needed a refresh. That's why I'm glad to see this new edition, cowritten

Of the books and resources I have utilized, PMC is the most thorough work in this field. I was continually impressed and grateful for the biblical focus and awareness of Ed Stetzer and Daniel Im and believe that their intentionality with the Gospel brings full validation for their practical work here. Whether addressing the person planting or the purpose and charge for planting, this book covers it!

If you are interested or participating in church planting this book is a must read. Ed and Daniel bring some much practical and useful knowledge to the surface for consideration. If you are reading this review and debating the purchase. Do it. If you want a sample of the minds of these two guys go to their website NewChurches.com and listen to the NewChurches.com podcast. They guys have a heart for church multiplication and they are leveraging their knowledge and experience to equip others. Grea...