đŸȘ§ A New Church Plant in East Bethel, MN: Destination Church

We’re excited to share an important update in the life of Pursuit Community Church—and invite you to be part of it.

đŸŒ± Why Church Planting?

From day one, Pursuit has had a heart for multiplication. We’ve committed to planting a new church every five years (or so) and have set aside 5–6% of our annual giving into an escrow account to fund these efforts. Our first plant, Catalyst Covenant Church in White Bear, launched four years ago with our support. Now, with $60,000 already saved, it’s time to plant again.

🌍 Where & When?

This fall, Pastor Josh Meyers will plant Destination Church in East Bethel, Minnesota—an area we believe will grow exponentially over the next decade. Destination Church will launch with the support of Transform Church, Oak Haven Church, and Pursuit Community Church.

🙋 Meet Pastor Josh Meyers

Josh is no stranger to Pursuit. He has preached with us a few times, most recently in January 2025. He’s served in full-time ministry for over a decade and has been on staff at Transform Church since 2016 as Youth & Creative Pastor. Josh has completed the Converge Church Planter Assessment and brings both proven ministry leadership and a powerful personal testimony.

A Quick Snapshot:

  • đŸ§‘â€đŸ« 20+ years of ministry experience across youth, worship, and teaching roles

  • 🏆 Led over 175 people to find and follow Jesus

  • 🌊 Baptized 40 people through North Summit Church, a church he planted in 2016

  • 🧰 Entrepreneurial leader with strong communication and coaching gifts

  • ❀ Married to Chelsea, dad to two daughters and a son, and is passionate about Jesus, storytelling, and the church

Josh’s Story (excerpt):

“At 15, I asked, ‘If life is this hard, why live it?’ I was wrestling with suicidal thoughts—until I heard a testimony at church that sounded just like mine. That night changed everything. I gave Jesus a chance, and it was the best decision of my life... Now I’ve spent my life helping others find the same hope and healing I found in Christ.”

Josh’s full story is powerful. 👉 Read his full testimony and resume below

đŸ€ Our Role

Pursuit’s Directional Leadership Team has unanimously voted to:

  • Support Destination Church with $60,000 over 5 years (already saved in full)

  • Retain a board seat for accountability and guidance

  • Provide coaching and leadership support in partnership with the other churches

This decision aligns with our values—and we believe it’s a meaningful, strategic, and Spirit-led step. While a vote is not technically required, we want our covenant members to affirm this direction with us.

✅ Covenant Member Vote: April 27

Following our service on Sunday, April 27, we’ll hold a brief vote from our covenant members. No additional discussion or Q&A will be held at that time.

🔍 Have Questions?

We want to be as transparent as possible. Over the next two weeks, we encourage you to:

  • Read more about Josh, Destination Church, and our role

  • Submit any questions through the form below

  • Reach out to a DLT member directly if you prefer

đŸ“„ Submit Your Questions Below

Thank you for being a church that believes in multiplication, mission, and legacy. We can’t wait to take this step forward—together.

With gratitude,
Pastor Mark Allen
On behalf of the Pursuit Directional Leadership Team