INITIATIVES

Advent Outposts

Facilitator Program

Revelation 14:8 and 18 call God’s people to come out of Babylon—yet many are still in the cities, convicted but unsure how to act. Some begin the journey independently through the Outpost Founders Course, a DIY planning pathway using lessons and worksheets to move from idea to clarity. But not everyone wants to go it alone.

For those seeking “Do It With Me” (DIWM) support, the Facilitator Program was created. Facilitators are certified coaches, trained by Advent Outposts, who walk alongside you—helping you process each stage of your journey, ask better questions, and gain confidence in decisions. They are more than coaches; they are advisors trained to hold space, surface clarity, and ensure that spiritual discernment stays central.

Facilitator Levels

The program mirrors the Hierarchy of Competence, helping both clients and facilitators find their match:

🟢 Level 1 – Apprentice Facilitator: Ideal for Founders who are novices. Uses structured curriculum and worksheets—“paint-by-numbers” clarity. Helps you know what questions to ask and points you to existing resources. May not have deep outpost experience but can guide you through exercises reliably.
🟡 Level 2 – Journeyman Facilitator: Personally experienced in outpost living. Helps you move beyond theory, offering tested insight and practical models. Can adapt the curriculum to your context and walk with you into deeper implementation. Especially helpful for overcoming paralysis or confusion in the middle stages of planning.
🔴 Level 3 – Specialist Facilitator: Advanced practitioners, often with years of experience and leadership roles. Brings functional depth in areas like: Governance models, Community culture formation, Conflict navigation, Missional entrepreneurship. Ideal for larger, multi-family outposts or those entering complex formation phases.

What Is an Outpost Facilitator?

A Facilitator is not a director or decision-maker—they are a spiritual and strategic companion. Their role is to:

Help you clarify why you’re building an outpost.
Guide you through the Inventory Assessment (what’s in your hands, heads, and hearts).
Help set realistic expectations when working with others.
Ensure biblical vision and mission-centered unity remain the focus.
Navigate the fragile early phase of outpost formation where breakdowns often occur.

“Facilitators are not there to control—but to hold space for clarity, ensure spiritual focus, and help the group surface what God is already doing in their midst.”

This is especially vital when multiple founders or families come together. Vision alone is not enough—relationships, roles, and rhythms must align.

How to Become a Certified Facilitator

Complete the Outpost Founders Course – Understand the framework and spiritual arc behind outpost formation.
Join the Facilitator Cohort – This training begins with a mindset shift: from doing to equipping. You’ll learn to: Diagnose group dynamics, Ask catalytic questions, Spot common pitfalls, Guide without dominating.
Receive Certification & Ongoing Support – You’ll be assigned a facilitator tier (Level 1–3) based on experience. Gain access to templates, community forums, and optional paid coaching opportunities. Be listed in the public Facilitator Directory.

Facilitator Directory

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Each profile includes:

A short bio and mission focus
Facilitator level
Testimonials (if available)
Contact or booking option

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