Two days of practical training from trusted pastors and church planters who’ve built churches from the ground up and teach from real experience. Designed for couples preparing to plant. You’ll leave with a clear picture of your next steps, from vision to launch day.
2 days in person, in cities across the U.S.
16 practical sessions
WHO IT’S FOR
Launch Live works best when you’re close enough to launch that every session applies to a real plan and timeline.
And you want to do it with a proven model and a network behind you.
You have a dream on your heart and a season in view.
One registration covers two planters, so you can learn side by side.
Sixteen sessions taught by church planters and ARC staff, grouped around the questions every planter asks. Online training follows Launch Live as you continue the Launch process.
THE ARC LAUNCH JOURNEY
Launch Live is the first big step toward planting with ARC. Here’s the road from discovery to launch day and beyond.
MORE THAN 1,200 CHURCHES LAUNCHED
Here’s our recommended timeline, counted back from launch day. We know every path is unique. Even if your journey looks a little different, we’re here to support you.
Attend Launch Live
Learn the nuts and bolts from ARC pastors, coaches, and staff.
Apply
By invitation after the event. We look at three areas: marriage, money, and ministry. Results in about 30 days.
Access online training
Once approved, start building your launch plan in ARC All Access.
Attend an in-person assessment
Together with your spouse. Includes a marriage assessment and a review of your launch plan.
Connect with a Launch Coach
Private coaching calls and monthly webinars with a regional coach who’s planted with ARC.
Receive funding
Meet your milestones, ideally 2–3 months before launch. ARC matches what you raise dollar for dollar, up to $100,000.
Launch strong
We’ll do everything we can to make sure you’re ready.
Momentum Coaching
A six-month coaching cohort for the early days of your church.
Grow within the ARC family
Don’t do ministry alone. Build relationships that last for years.
UPCOMING TRAININGS 2027
$599 per registration
Covers two planters. Meals included. Travel and lodging are not included.
NOT READY FOR LAUNCH LIVE YET?
If you’re still discerning the call, start with the Discovery Tool and early-stage Launch resources.
QUESTIONS
Not yet. Launch Live is where you get the tools and get to know ARC. If you want to plant with us, the next step afterward is the application and assessment.
No. Launch Live is designed for couples 12–18 months from launch, but anyone preparing to plant is welcome. Our Launch Team will reach out after you register to talk through your timeline.
$599 covers two planters, along with meals during the event. Travel and lodging are on you.
You’ll get the most from Launch Live when your launch is 12–18 months away. However, you’re welcome to attend at any stage as you explore your call. Just keep in mind that we may ask you to attend again, depending on when you officially start the Launch process.
No. ARC churches are autonomous and legally independent. ARC comes alongside you with training, coaching, funding, and relationships.
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