The document discusses different cell church models, including the Jethro structure and G12 model. The Jethro structure organizes cells geographically into zones, districts, and regions. Each cell has around 10 members and multiplies when reaching 12 members. The G12 model focuses on evangelism and cell planting, with each member aiming to start their own cell of 12. The document also proposes a combined J12 model that maintains the Jethro structure but applies principles from the G12 like viewing all members as potential leaders and rapidly growing new cells.

1. “Cell Church Models”

2. What model should we choose?

3. The Jethro Structure (5 x 5)

5. Yoido Full Gospel Church David (Paul) Yonggi Cho Began 1958 Keys: * Prayer * Cell Groups *“Let my people grow and go” First six year without a system of cells Cho collapsed. Initiated the cell model Exod 18:21 "Moreover you shall select from all the people able men, such as fear God, men of truth, hating covetousness; and place such over them to be rulers of thousands, rulers of hundreds, rulers of fifties, and rulers of tens. Started cells among woman 65 000 cells and 750 000 members

6. CELLS ARE THE HEART OF THE STRUCTURE Cell Cell Cell Cell

7. ONE CELL LEADER IS PROMOTED TO SUPERVISE UP TO 4 CELLS Cell Cell Cell Cell SUPERVISOR

8. THE CELLS ARE ORGANIZED GEOGRAPHICALLY Cell Cell Cell Cell Different Districts

9. The Cell Group in the Jethro Structure Cells never grows larger than 12 members When the group reach 7-8 members they start training members in cell ministry. One of the members is identified as a potential Cell Leader. Intern is given the opportunity to lead. When Cell reaches 12 members the Cell is multiplied

10. The Sub Zone

11. Cell Leader Average of 10 people per Cell = 50 people per Zone Zone Supervisor Z.S. CL CL CL CL CL

12. The Zone

13. ZONE PASTOR CL CL CL CL Z.S. CL CL CL CL CL Z.S. CL CL CL CL CL Z.S. CL CL CL CL CL Z.S. CL CL CL CL CL Z.S. CL

14. The District

15. DISTRICT PASTOR 5 X CL 5 X CL 5 X CL 5 X CL Z.P. 5 X CL 5 X CL 5 X CL 5 X CL 5 X CL Z.P. 5 X CL 5 X CL 5 X CL 5 X CL 5 X CL Z.P. 5 X CL 5 X CL 5 X CL 5 X CL 5 X CL Z.P. 5 X CL 5 X CL 5 X CL 5 X CL 5 X CL Z.P. 5 X CL ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS ZS

16. Interest Groups / Homogeneous Groups Mature Cell members can target family members or friends. They can start a special outreach at their work or recreational clubs. Basic Christian teachings can be presented alongside other courses of interest. (Computers, dressmaking, occupation, sports, etc.)

17. The Groups of 12 structure (G12)

19. The International Charismatic Mission Cesar Castellanos Began April 1983 Keys: Groups of twelve Cell Groups Evangelism First 7 Years worked with Cho’s system and the church grew to 3000 members Started to focus on planting new cells instead of multiplying existing groups 2400 cells and 35 000 members in 1999

20. The Mother G12 Cell

21. M = Mother D = Daughter D D D D D D D D D D D D M

22. The Daugter G12 Cell

23. The Daugter G12 Cell Each of the twelve develops up to three Cell Groups. The goal is to find twelve leaders who will launch Cells.

24. The Grand Daugter G12 Cell

25. M = D = GD = GGD =

26. Example: (theoretical in ideal scenario) 12 X 12 = 144 people 144 X 12 = 1,728 people 1,728 X 12 = 20,736 people AVG of 10 People per Cell gives you 2,073 Cells in four generations

27. Larry Stockstil’s 7 Principles of G12 Model Everyone is a Potential Leader Everyone can Disciple 12. Everyone is Ministered to, then Ministers. Person can only enter your 12 when they open a cell. Everyone should win souls and develop leaders. Homogeneous cells open more rapidly. Your 12 are assistants.

28. TRADITIONAL CELL is a “5x5” or Jethro Model With Clear-Cut Titles and Levels .

29. G12 STRUCTURE Follows Relational Lines

30. S.W.O.T. Analysis

31. S - Strengths W - Weaknesses O - Oppurtunities T - Threats

32. STRENGTHS Better chance of Cell survival Good control & easier management More time for discipleship training Simple structure to understand (Clear) Good Pastoral (care) structure and communication Not time taxing Non leaders are not threatened Quality leadership Promotion path is clear Interest & target groups can be effective Territorial, Focused & Defined Planned leadership promotion The Jethro Model

33. STRENGTHS G12 Evangelism focused Weekly Leadership meetings (more personal contact) Emphasis on new leadership Cell planting concept Faster growth potential M.W.D. (lasting relationships) Could be paperless Focus on homogenous groups Non-geographical The G12 Model

34. WEAKNESSES Weak members can hide forever Working relationships severed at multiplication Geographical boundary emphasis Multiple levels create distance between Pastors and Cell leaders and members Primarily not evangelism focussed (may run out of 'Type A' contacts) Need more full time Pastors Slower leadership development Some homogenous groups are overlooked The Jethro Model

35. WEAKNESSES Quality of leadership could diminish Quality of meetings could diminish Monitoring/Care process weakens Cell growth/Planting without active Church membership Enforced relationships (sometimes unwanted fixed relationships) Time pressures Weak leaders in powerful positions A sense of loss of control Potentially weak Cells The G12 Model

36. OPPORTUNITIES Stable Church structure Clear Ministry opportunities Evangelism (Target groups) The Jethro Model

37. OPPORTUNITIES Rapid church growth Cell planting (Homogenous) Leadership development Evangelism (Target groups) Easier to transition from P.B.D. The G12 Model

38. THREATS People can become stagnant Over reliance on lower levels of leadership Create 'maintenance' culture for top level leadership 'Care' instead of 'Leadership' focused Subjective leadership selection The Jethro Model

39. THREATS Proselytising (Between groups & Churches) Wrong motives used for promotion ('D' profile) Malign neglect of non performing members Possible compromise on leadership appointments Imbalance between outward journey and inward care of the group Burnout (Less personal freedom) Family relationships may suffer The G12 Model

40. A Combined Structure The J12 Model

41. In some societies having more than one cell meeting per week (in the G12 structure) can put a lot of pressure onto the leadership. For this reason you can decide to combine the best of both structures. The physical Jethro type structure can remain intact i.e. 5 cells per Zone Supervisor forming a Sub-Zone. 5 Sub Zones forming a District etc. Even though the Jethro structure is maintained, the following G12 principles apply: The J12 Model

42. Every member is viewed as a potential leader. Emphasis on leadership development. Leaders are released more easily to rapidly grow new cells. Cells multiply at 12 instead of 15. Leadership development strategy of the G12 structure is applied Leadership meetings on a monthly basis. The level of Zone Pastor does not exist. Relationships are maintained The J12 Model

43. Senior Pastor has a weekly meeting with Pastors (all full time Personnel) Pastors have monthly meetings with Zone Supervisors Zone Supervisors have monthly meetings with their Cell Leaders in their Sub-Zones Cell Leaders have normal cell meetings with cell members and invited visitors. The J12 Model

44. Reasons for success Goal Setting Team planning Organization Evangelism