New Church Development Commission - NCDC

08/24/2026

Pastor Jonier and Keren have safely arrived in Colombia! 🇨🇴🙏 Please join us in praying for them as they prepare to deliver much-needed supplies and hope to those impacted by the earthquake. Pray for safe travels, open hearts, strength and wisdom, and that God will use them to be His hands and feet throughout their journey. ❤️ If you would like to donate, it's not too late: https://onrealm.org/AustellPresbyte/give/ColombiaEarthquake

08/17/2026

In the wake of the 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck Colombia this week, many of you have asked how we can help our new worshiping communities with leaders and people from Columbia.

I'm pleased to report that Centro Familiar, Austell Presbyterian Church, and Presbyterian Disaster Assistance all work with one organization that is currently running a very affordable food drive, and they would appreciate (and need) support.

If you can give, please do. Details are in the image and the link:

https://onrealm.org/AustellPresbyte/-/form/give/ColombiaEarthquake

Image Design: Austell Presbyterian Church

Austell Presbyterian Church
Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)

08/15/2026

08/03/2026

What does PCUSA new church development look like across Greater Atlanta?

NCDC’s 2025 Annual Report tells a story of new life taking root across the Presbytery: 35 new worshiping communities, leaders serving in multiple languages and cultural contexts, strategic grants strengthening emerging ministries, and a growing ecosystem of coaching, training, retreats, and support.

The 2025 report offers more than numbers. It offers a glimpse of the Spirit’s work through emerging leaders, intercultural communities, young churches, and faithful partners who are helping new life flourish where the Church is needed most.

We invite you to page through the report, celebrate what God is doing, and imagine what becomes possible when we continue this shared journey of imagination and faith.

2025 NCDC Annual Report: https://bit.ly/ncdc-2025

02/10/2026

This is an amazing opportunity for you, new worshiping community leaders! The space is limited, but go for it by applying!

Ready to jump in with some amazing colleagues? Find out more about the 1001 NWC Apprenticeship Program and how to register: https://www.newchurchnewway.org/the-apprenticeship-program
Priority submission deadline is April 1, 2026.

01/23/2026

Crafting Communities Update
In light of anticipated winter weather across the Southeast, we’ve postponed Crafting Communities. We’ll share a new date soon and will offer refunds if the rescheduled date doesn’t work for you.

01/08/2026

Anyone from Atlanta interested? Get in touch with Lindsay!

We're happy to announce the 2026 Discerning Missional Leadership Assessment dates and locations!

A DML in 2026 is perfect for you if you're..... leading a new worshiping community that plans on applying for an Investment Grant soon... seriously considering starting a new worshiping community, but could use some input from experts in discerning if this is the right fit for you... in the early stages of starting a new worshiping community, and need to discern a strategy for personal flourishing in this work.

For more information, or to register for any of the DMLs in 2026, head to the link below.

https://www.newchurchnewway.org/dml-assessments