The Church
We Have today is not the church we will
need tomorrow.
WHAT DO WE MEAN BY IRRESISTIBLE?
Jesus was irresistible. His message was irresistible.
It’s our job as the church to represent that same irresistible good news to our communities. There are nuances to what matters to our neighbors, and how we bring them toward Jesus is ever-changing and always contextualized to the person in front of us.
Have our churches “achieved” irresistible? Of course not, but we are striving toward that vision so we might win as many as possible.
You have a unique mission, and our network exists to partner with countless other leaders striving to create a place for those who are far from God.
AN IRRESISTIBLE CHURCH IS:
OUTWARD FACING: We defy gravity that pulls us toward insiders and are committed to reaching unchurched people.
STRATEGICALLY ORGANIZED: We unite out staff and volunteers around our vision and have clear ministry wins. Prioritize the faith of the next generation.
FOR THEIR COMMUNITY: We embody God’s love through practical action directly in our communities.
COMMITTED TO INTENTIONAL RELATIONSHIPS: We believe life change happens best in the context of community.
INTENT ON CREATING IRRESISTIBLE ENVIRONMENTS: We pay close attention to what people see, hear, and experience.
FOCUSED ON THE NEXT GENERATION: We prioritize and invest in children’s and student ministries.
Irresistible 101 — Masterclass
Learn more about the principles that drive Irresistible Churches.
Creating churches unchurched people love is not easy.
Everything in our ministries fights against it.
Everything in our ministries fights against it.
The leadership pull within every church is toward the insider and toward creating unnecessary barriers for outsiders.
Having a ministry that is focused on the people who are not yet part of your ministry creates a constantly evolving challenge that will always take intentional effort to effectively address.
The leaders in our network face these same challenges.
But they face them together.
But they face them together.
Our team has the expertise to facilitate solutions.
“Blessed is the person who gets the opportunity to devote their life to something bigger than themselves and who finds themselves surrounded by friends who share their passion.”
Andy Stanley
the value of the networK is the network.
None of our churches are there yet. But our network of churches work together so we can all go further, faster.
WHAT OUR NETWORK OFFERS
Helpful
resources
expert
consulting
from leaders in the field facing the same challenges you are — featuring site visits, volunteer training, strategic planning, and one-on-one coaching
Full Church
Partnerships
so you don’t have to reinvent the wheel and so that everyone on your team can be equipped and on the same page
for churches who are fully bought into the ICN vision—specialized consulting, premium content, and deep connection to leaders who share your mission.
Helpful resources
When you connect with us, you’ll find practical resources to make your ministry better and make you better at ministry.
THE ICN APP
Make You Better at Ministry
Leadership development, conferences, and courses for everyone at your ministry.
One month of FREE Access!
Access to courses and leadership training for staff and volunteer development.
Connection with ministry leaders in your role and region.
Weekly content to help you develop specifically as a leader of a church striving to reclaim irresistible.
The ICN Store
Make Your Ministry Better
Ready-to-Use Ministry Resources
Sermon Kits — Notes, Transcripts, Videos, Artwork
Ministry Kits — Cast Vision for Groups, Develop a Volunteer Training, Enhance your Evangelism Strategy
Curriculum, Books, Resources and More.
Expert consulting
Consulting Engagements
Looking to enhance your church's operational effectiveness or foster a positive staff culture? Check out our tailored 1 to 2-day on-site consulting engagements, guided by experienced facilitators. Gain invaluable insights and practical strategies to fuel strategic growth and cultivate a healthy staff culture. Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your church's future!
One-on-one coaching
Looking to go further faster in your ministry? Our one-on-one coaching program pairs you with a coach who not only has a depth of experience, but is also actively working in ministry, ensuring you receive personalized guidance to help you excel at any level.
Curious about the best fit for you or your ministry? We’d love to chat with you.
CAREY NIEUWHOF
Founding Pastor, Connexus Church
Barrie, Canada
“What keeps us coming back is finding a tribe of like-minded leaders committed to creating churches that unchurched people love to attend. I’ve made friends I’ll keep for life who understand the ups and downs of exactly what I’m trying to do and who I’m trying to be in Christ. Being able to debate, discuss, rethink, and imagine with such leaders is so rare—and so valuable.”
vernon gordon
Founding Pastor, The Life Church
Richmond, VA
“As church planters, we were hungry to learn and looking for a tribe to do life with on the journey. The authenticity and access that we’ve found with the Irresistible Church Network has provided us both the practical and spiritual capital needed to stay healthy and motivated. Additionally, our team has found great value in the monthly training and development, which gives them focused inspiration and insights. The Irresistible Church Network is the real deal.”
CHRIS CAUSEY
Lead Pastor, Encounter Church
Westwood, MA
“As a pastor, the constant demands on my time and ever-shifting cultural pressures can leave me feeling like I’m a few steps behind. Through partnership, invaluable wisdom and help are just a phone call, website, or conference away. Partnership has been a game-changer for us!”
150+ church partners shape our network.
Weekly, hundreds of church leaders across the globe are striving to make their churches Irresistible to their local communities.
Together, we all benefit from each other’s experiences.
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