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What are the steps required to open a Holiness church? Here is a summary of all the basic steps you need to know before you open a Holiness church.
Thinking about opening a Holiness church? We tell you what you need to know to get started.
Holiness Churches: Distinctive Traits
The Holiness movement was a 19th century Christian movement that emerged from the Wesleyan and Methodist streams of Christianity. The emergence of Pentecostalism in the early 20th century resulted in many Holiness churches transitioning to Pentecostal denominations and churches. Modern Holiness churches continue to uphold the Holiness movement's emphasis on Christian perfection, sanctification and holy living.
There are a variety of opportunities for church planters in the Holiness tradition, depending on the type of Holiness that appeals to you. While some Holiness churches have a Pentecostal flavor, others are more typical of independent, non-Pentecostal churches.
Before you commit to launch a new Holiness church, you'll need to have a firm grasp of Holiness theology and its many manifestations on the American religious scene. Since Holiness churches can have nuanced theological and practical differences, it's important to be confident about your church plants theological positions from the outset of your church planting activities.
Authentic Leadership for Holiness Church Planters
"Authentic leadership" is a term that gets thrown around a lot in church leadership circles. Pastors of existing churches and Holiness church planters both want to model authentic leadership to their flocks. But what does authentic leadership really mean?
Although it may be an oversimplification, authentic leadership is ethical leadership. Rather than leading based on what is most advantageous to them personally, authentic leaders make decisions based on their principles -- even if it means making decisions that are unpopular.
It is particularly important for Holiness church planters to adopt an authentic leadership style. Your congregation and your community will look to you as an example of integrity and any flaws in your leadership style could threaten the vitality of your ministry.
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