Mentoring is distinct from supervising and advising. It differs most at the point of developing the character of the leader. A mentor is someone who has been trained in the process and shows a commitment to personal growth and expertise in the area of church planting. Mentors are to affirm the values of the Church Planting Systems, including concern for the church planter's personal and family well-being. They are to give guidance, directives, and referrals as necessary.
Mentors are to meet and consult regularly with their church planters.
Mentors should participate in the regular meetings of a Church Planter Network as assigned. Mentors will help in the recruitment of church planters and vision-casting for the Church Planting Systems. They are to support and encourage one another. The church planter, church planter's spouse, mentor of the church planter, and key lay members of the church starting team should attend. A convener of the meeting is also needed.