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August 29, 2025 34 mins

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"We want to work together to see new churches started in and around the greater Portland area." Join Gabe Kolstad as he sits down with his friend Virgil Brown, pastor of Redemption Church and the new SEND City Missionary for the Portland Metro. Virgil shares his journey as a pastor and church planter, highlighting the pivotal role of the SEND Network in providing a tribe, resources, and a supportive brotherhood. He unveils an exciting new initiative: a Portland Coalition of like-minded pastors dedicated to collaborative church multiplication. This conversation explores why a unified approach is crucial for gospel growth in the city, the different ways churches can participate, and the vision for planting 5-10 new churches annually. Learn how this cross-denominational collaboration is ready to accelerate God's work in the Upper Left.

Want to learn more? Join the SEND One Day event on October 28th at Door of Hope Church! Registration is free and the link will be in the show description.

Key Topics Discussed:

  • Virgil's ministry journey
  • The role of SEND Network
  • The Portland Coalition
  • Different ways to participate
  • Vision for multiplication
  •  Cross-denominational unity
  • The SEND One Day event
  • The power of collaboration
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