A practical network of nearby local churches working together for planning, church planting, reporting, pastoral support and shared mission.
A Cluster brings a group of nearby local churches together within a District. It creates a practical level for pastoral coordination, operational planning, church planting, reporting and mutual support among congregations.
Cluster leadership is intentionally compact so it can remain close to local churches and respond to ministry realities on the ground.
The wider Cluster Working Committee also includes local assembly pastors and relevant ministry leaders.
The Cluster receives guidance from the District and helps local churches turn that guidance into practical plans, ministry activity, reporting and church growth.
Ensure local churches prepare appropriate operational plans and budgets and work toward agreed ministry priorities.
Help local assemblies understand and implement the vision, mission and policies of Assembly for All Nations.
Drive and coordinate church planting and establishment programmes assigned within the District.
Support the orderly forwarding of ministerial recommendations and assist higher structures with delegated fact-finding when needed.
Ensure churches submit required membership, ministry, financial and statistical information for responsible planning and oversight.
Create fellowship and collaboration among pastors and congregations so nearby churches can learn, serve and grow together.
The Cluster helps congregations remain connected to the wider church. It gives local pastors a nearby leadership network for planning, missions, problem-solving, reporting, fellowship and accountability.