Pure Hands. Pure Hearts. One Pursuit.
A covenant family of presence-driven leaders.
"Who shall ascend the hill of the Lord? And who shall stand in His holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart."
ASCEND exists to equip pastors and churches to steward the awe of God and lead presence-driven movements.
What We Stand On
ASCEND is built on three pillars. These are not programs. They are convictions. Everything we do flows from these foundations.
01
Presence Driven
The presence of God is not a supplement to leadership, it is the source of leadership. We lead from the fire, not the flesh. We build from the altar, not ambition. Like Moses, we believe that success without God's presence is not success at all.
02
Healthy Marriage & Family
A leader's first ministry is their home. Before you are a pastor, you are a spouse. Before you are an apostle, you are a parent. ASCEND refuses to celebrate ministry growth that comes at the expense of family health. We believe healthy leaders build healthy families, and healthy families build healthy churches.
03
Five Fold Ministry
We believe Jesus gave His church five ministries for the equipping of the saints: apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers. ASCEND welcomes and develops all five callings. We do not elevate one above another. Each gift is necessary for the health and maturity of the body of Christ.
WHAT YOU RECEIVE
ASCEND is family, not a subscription. What you receive is not a product. It is the fruit of covenant relationship.
Safe Community
Leadership is lonely. Many leaders carry burdens they cannot share with their own congregations. ASCEND is a safe place where you can be honest, be vulnerable, and find people who understand the weight you carry.
"Two are better than one... For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow." — Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
Soul Care
Soul care is the intentional nurturing of your inner life. It is caring for the person, not just the position. Many leaders pour out constantly but rarely receive. ASCEND prioritizes the health of your soul.
"Come to Me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." — Matthew 11:28
Resources
Leaders need practical tools. Sermon frameworks. Leadership systems. Training materials. ASCEND provides a resource vault filled with tools that have been tested and proven in real ministry contexts.
"Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another." — Proverbs 27:17
Leadership Development
ASCEND is committed to developing leaders, not just gathering them. We invest in your growth. We sharpen your skills. We help you become the leader God has called you to be.
"And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others." — 2 Timothy 2:2
Our DNA
These are the phrases that define us. They are not slogans. They are standards.
Presence Over Everything
The presence of God is our highest priority and greatest pursuit.
We Linger Before We Lead
We spend time in His presence before we spend ourselves in ministry.
We Do Not Maintain, We Multiply
We are not here to manage ministry. We are here to multiply movements.
We Host, Not Hurry
We create space for God to move. We do not rush His presence.
We Fight for Unity, Not for Ourselves
We pursue peace. We have hard conversations. We protect the family.
We Burn Until He Comes
We do not lose fire. We do not settle. We burn with passion for Jesus until He returns.
Who This Is For
ASCEND welcomes apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers into covenant family. Whether you are a senior pastor leading a local church, a church planter building a new work, or a five-fold minister seeking covering and accountability, you belong here. What unites us is not a shared office but a shared pursuit: the presence of God above all else. If you are hungry for more than hype, tired of building alone, and ready to be part of a family that walks together in fire and covenant, this is your home.
We Build Altars Not Platforms
ASCEND is not a network of convenience. We are a family of consecration. We walk together, we burn together, and we build together. If your heart burns for the presence of God, if you refuse to sacrifice your family for ministry success, and if you believe in the restoration of the five-fold ministry, we want to hear from you.
WHAT DRIVES Us
Mission
What We Do
We equip pastors and churches to steward the awe of God.
Vision
Why We Exist
To see a generation of presence-driven leaders build altars and lead movements that reveal Jesus.
Method
How We Do It
Through covenant relationship, leadership development, and apostolic covering.
Our DNA
Twelve pillars that hold up everything we build.
01
Presence First
We lead from encounter, not experience.
02
Holiness
We pursue purity in public and private.
03
Honor
We recognize and celebrate the God and the good in others.
04
Consecration
We are set apart for sacred purpose.
05
Integrity
We are the same in the spotlight and the secret place.
06
Order
We build according to pattern, not preference.
07
Rest & Health
We lead from overflow, not emptiness.
08
Generosity
We live with open hands and open hearts.
09
Multiplication
We reproduce reproducers, not just converts.
10
Accountability
We submit to covering and correction.
11
Feedback
We speak the truth in love and receive it with humility.
12
Celebration
We rejoice in each other's victories as our own.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ASCEND?
ASCEND is a covenant family of senior pastors and five-fold leaders committed to the presence
of God above all else. We exist to equip pastors and churches to steward the awe of God and
lead presence-driven movements. This is not a network, denomination, or membership
organization. This is covenant relationship. We do not build platforms. We build altars.
Who is ASCEND for?
ASCEND is for senior pastors and five-fold leaders who have been in their role for at least one
year and are hungry for the presence of God above all else. If you refuse to trade purity for
platform, if you value family over fame, and if you want to walk with leaders who burn with the
same fire, ASCEND may be for you. We also welcome church planters on a case-by-case basis
and international leaders from any nation.
What is the difference between Covering and Alignment?
ASCEND offers two ways to walk in covenant with us:
- Apostolic Covering is a governmental relationship. You are placing yourself under apostolic authority, receiving direct counsel on major decisions and accountability that carries weight. For those called to apostolic or prophetic function, covering provides a pathway to commissioning.
- Apostolic Alignment is a relational partnership. You walk in covenant family with peer accountability and shared resources, without formal governmental authority over your ministry.
- Both are honored. Both receive the same community benefits. The difference is the nature of the relationship. If you are unsure which is right for you, we will discuss it on your discovery call.
What do I receive as an ASCEND partner?
All covenant partners receive: monthly leadership calls (second Thursday at 12pm EST), access
to the Resource Vault with teachings and tools, invitation to our annual summit, covenant family
connection with like-minded leaders, soul care, and crisis support when difficulty comes.
Leaders who choose Covering also receive direct access to Apostle Jeremy for counsel on
major decisions and a pathway to commissioning for those called.
How do I join ASCEND?
Start by completing the Interest Form on our website. Our team will review your responses
within 7 business days. If ASCEND seems like a potential fit, you will receive an email to
schedule a Discovery Call with Apostle Jeremy. This is a heart-to-heart conversation where we
discern together. If both parties sense alignment, you will receive the Welcome Packet and
Covenant Agreement for your chosen track.
Is there a financial commitment?
Yes. Covenant partnership includes financial partnership. There is a one-time alignment seed
and an ongoing monthly partnership. This is not a fee for services. It is covenant seed that
reflects your agreement to build together. The financial partnership is identical for both Covering
and Alignment tracks. Specific amounts are shared during the discovery call.
Does joining ASCEND mean my church is under ASCEND’s authority?
No. Your church maintains full legal and operational autonomy. ASCEND does not own, govern,
or control your local church. The covenant is spiritual and relational in nature. You retain full
authority over your ministry. Even leaders in the Covering track are not giving up leadership of
their church. They are inviting apostolic input into major decisions.
Can I switch between Covering and Alignment?
Yes. The door between tracks remains open. As relationships deepen and trust is established,
you may move from Alignment to Covering through conversation and mutual recognition. You
may also move from Covering to Alignment if your season changes. This is honored, not
penalized. The goal is right fit, not forced fit.
What if I am already part of another network?
We honor existing relationships. If you are currently under covering elsewhere, we want to
understand what is prompting the shift and whether you have had honest conversations with
your current leadership. We are not interested in pulling people away from existing alignments,
but we also know there are seasons when a transition is right and necessary.
What if ASCEND is not the right fit after I join?
Either party may conclude the covenant relationship at any time with written notice. If you
choose to leave ASCEND, we will honor your decision, bless your journey, and release you with
prayer. There is no penalty for departure. Only gratitude for the season we walked together.
How do I get started?
Complete the Interest Form on our website. From there, we will review your responses and
reach out about scheduling a Discovery Call. If you have questions not answered here, reach
out to info@ascendnetwork.global.