school of leadership & church planting

We will run teaching days once a month at Castlegate Church in Dudley from 9:30am to 5:00pm, including theological and practical teaching sessions. The course requires commitment to reading/study of the course materials covered over the 12 months culminating in the writing of a presentation paper on your personal vision and strategy for church planting.

An ideal opportunity to learn with other students and leaders about church planting and developing a strategy for and growth in leadership, the gifts and power of the Holy Spirit, share testimony, minister healing, lead people to Christ, learn how to preach the Gospel and set up missions, and develop your faith in an encouraging environment of like-minded believers.

Subjects include: Introduction to Church Planting, Vision and Mission, Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Fundraising, Worship and Discipleship, Location and Facilities and much more!

These will take place at Castlegate Church in Dudley.
2024 - All dates are Fridays
12th Jan, 9th Feb, 15th March, 19th April, 10th May, 14th June, 19th July
13th September, 18th October, 15th November, 13th December

Jonathan Conrathe is the Founder & Director of Mission24, an inter-denominational Christian ministry that burns with a vision to equip the Church and reach the world for Christ. Jonathan has seen in excess of 264,500 people come to Christ over the last 32 years in 52 countries.

He has also equipped 1000’s of believers from various denominations and networks to minister the Gospel with signs following. 

Craig had a life changing encounter with Jesus at the age of 20. He was living homeless on the streets and trapped in a cycle of drug addiction of heroin and crack cocaine. Constantly in and out of prison, Craig felt hopeless and could not see a way out, until he met with Jesus and was completely set free!

Craig now lives in Dudley with his wife Emma and 5 children. He leads Castlegate Church and is also involved in a number of new church plants in the area.

All students are expected to take part in a minimum of 2 missions during the course (either in the UK or overseas) and they should expect to fully participate in healing and deliverance ministry,  and sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ and their own personal testimony with a variety of audiences.

All mission weeks are fast paced with lengthy days, sometimes in challenging conditions. Students must ensure they are physically capable before applying.

UK Missions –  Students are responsible for arranging their own accommodation, however food may be provided for some meals.

Overseas Missions – Mission24 will seek to provide the best accommodation possible within the mission budget. This normally equates to 3 star, but this depends on the location. All flights will be with reputable carriers.
Mission costs are not included within the course fee.

All students will be required to complete an online Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check (DBS).

Here at Mission24, we understand that there are many Christians on fire for God who have criminal records from past deeds. We also believe in the transforming power of the love of God to set people free from their past. Therefore, we would ask that you be honest and open with us during the application phase relating to anything that might be revealed during the check.

Instructions will be provided following acceptance to the course. Students with a current enhanced certificate that includes working with children can submit a copy of this to Mission24 for review.

Note: Mission24 are not legally bound to accept any previously obtained certification.