Church Planting

MULTIPLY

CHURCH PLANTING

OUR VISION

We are praying for and actively engaging in a transformative movement of God among ordinary people like us who are committed to make disciple-makers in our communities and raise up an ever-expanding family of churches.

Church planting

Family of Churches

Hope Alive

Hope Alive

Lead Planters: Heath & Joni Hubbard
Tokorozawa, Japan
Launched January 13, 2019

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The Bridge Church

The Bridge Church

Lead Planters: Chris & Megan Davenport
Fredericksburg, VA
Launched March 1, 2020

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The Well Church

The Well Church

Lead Planters: Greg & Hailey Smith
Ypsilanti, MI
Launched February 25, 2024

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New Life Church

New Life Church

Lead Planters: Doug & Miriam Bishop
Ebetsu, Japan
Launched February 4, 2024

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Discover Church

Discover Church

Lead Planters: David & Taylor Landers
Holly Springs, NC
Launched September 7, 2025

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The Altar SD

The Altar SD

Lead Planters: Christopher & Ashly Littlecreek
San Diego, CA
Launched March 29, 2026

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Journey Church

Journey Church

Lead Planter: Blake Housley
Nashville, TN
Launched September 7, 2025

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Cedar City Church

Cedar City Church

Lead Planters: Hansel & Ellie Morell
Lebanon, TN
Launching Fall 2026

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Église Connect

Église Connect

Lead Planters: David & Myriam Reeves
Vannes, France
Launching Fall 2027

Hope Alive Ikebukuro

Hope Alive Ikebukuro

Lead Planters: Osam & Emily Sakamoto
Launching Summer 2026

Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, to the close of the age.

Matthew. 28:19

TDF Church Planting Residency

As Jesus is calling you to make disciples, could He also be calling you to plant a church, join a church planting team, or help multiply and strengthen the local church?

The TDF Church Planting Residency is designed to help you explore those questions while preparing you for a life of mission and ministry through biblical teaching, hands-on experience, and intentional mentorship. Running each year from August through May, this immersive residency develops leaders through practical ministry opportunities and training centered around key biblical competencies for church planting and disciple-making.

Whether you sense a call to plant, support, lead, or simply grow, this residency is built to equip and send people to live as witnesses “to the ends of the earth.” The residency includes an application process for a limited number of candidates each year.

Let us help equip you to find your place in the larger narrative of God's global Church!

Application Process

The application process includes an online application, personal references, and follow-up conversations with our team.

Residency Details

The residency runs from August through May and requires a commitment of 10–15 hours per week. It is open to anyone post-high school and is designed to be completed alongside work, school, or ministry responsibilities. While the residency is unpaid, all training materials and resources are fully provided by TDF. Participants can engage from anywhere, so living in Nashville is not required.

In addition to core church planting training, residents will focus in one of five ministry tracks:
- Lead Planter
- Worship & Tech
- Administration
- Next Gen
- Discipleship

Where Do I Go From Here?

If you’re interested, prayerfully consider applying through the online application link below. If you have questions or would like to learn more, contact our Multiplication Director, Glenn Drennen, at glenn@donelson.org.

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