unSeminary Podcast The Summit Church: Clarity, Culture & Core—Keys to Leading 13 Campuses
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Apr 3, 2025 Rick Langston and Daniel Simmons from The Summit Church share their insights on successfully leading a multi-site church with clarity and purpose. They discuss the church's evolution and the importance of maintaining a unified identity across campuses while ensuring flexibility in local engagement. The conversation emphasizes empowering leaders, effective communication, and the PACE framework to foster mission-driven growth. Listeners will appreciate practical strategies for building community and nurturing leadership in a growing church environment.
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Summit Church's Transition to Multi-site
- The Summit Church, founded in 1961, transitioned to a multi-site model after years of struggling with a unified vision.
- Relocating to a high school for two years after selling their building became a pivotal moment.
From Necessity to Strategy
- Initially, multi-site was adopted out of necessity.
- The church strategically embraced multi-site after seeing its advantages in reaching a wider community.
One Church, Many Locations
- Campuses primarily identify as The Summit Church, not just their local branch.
- This unified identity, rooted in shared mission and values, allows flexibility in local ministry.