Ten years ago seven people met in the living room of the Ikels home in Marion to start The Country Church. As the church approaches their 10-year anniversary, the group of seven has grown to 2,300 members, with an additional 1,000 people meeting at their nine church starts.

The Country Church of Marion, however, is more than a single congregation.  It is also a model for a unique approach to ministry and the flagship church of a church planting movement that is gathering momentum across Texas. Continue reading →