Stories

Church planting is more than strategy—it’s people, places, and the surprising ways God shows up.

Here you’ll find real stories from planters, teams, and communities navigating callings, setbacks, small wins, and breakthroughs. Some began in living rooms, others in school gyms or cafés; each one carries lessons on prayer, partnership, culture, and perseverance. Whether you’re discerning a call, coaching a team, or cheering from the sidelines, these snapshots are meant to encourage, challenge, and equip you. Dive into the articles below to learn from voices in different contexts—and to be reminded that new churches start with ordinary people taking faithful next steps.

Refresh: A Christian Community Taking Root at St Barnabas North London

Am I Called?

Who Plants Churches?

Seeing God on the move in Houses of Faith

Confidence, Courage and Calling: Highlights from the Kent Myriad Hub Launch

“Awaken” Now Available

Growing New Communities Through Lay Leadership

Inspiring lay-led renewal in Norwich

Growing in faith with Places of Devotion

Lay-led Clockhouse reaches a new community

Rediscovering evangelism with Hope Church Harrow View

Rediscovering ministry with MOJO

Reflections of a Hub Leader – Steve Rankin

Myriad year two: John McGinley reflects