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Joining Dr. Piper
Thu, Jun 11th
I've made the decision to pursue affiliation with Converge MidAmerica, John Piper's crew. If I can get through their assessment, it will help The Painted Door tremendously. Converge offers great support for church planters, including full-service book-keeping and matching grants for fundraising. We'll also come under their non-profit tax-exempt umbrella, sparing us the headache of having to pursue that status independently.
What's more, it is apparent that God has been using Converge to reach Chicago for some years now. Church-planting director Gary Rohrmayer has overseen the launch of many churches throughout the area. We want to join what God is already doing. Adding this affiliation to our existing connection with Acts 29 will provide The Painted Door great opportunities for networking and partnership while also enhancing our credibility in the region. It's a no-brainer, really.