Frequently Asked Questions
"Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find" - Matthew 7:7
We're in Live Beta!
The Outpouring Network is currently in live beta. We're working to connect believers and strengthen Christian communities. Features are being added regularly, and we welcome your feedback.
Report Bugs / Request FeaturesGet the answers you need to make the most of The Outpouring Network's tools and resources for connecting with other believers.
About The Outpouring Network
The Outpouring Network is currently registered as "The Outpouring Network, LLC" in the state of Georgia. We are actively working to transition to 501(c)(3) non-profit status with a governing board of directors.
This transition is part of our commitment to transparency, accountability, and long-term sustainability as we serve the Christian community.
John Minix is the founder and director of The Outpouring Network. John currently serves his community as a school bus driver, demonstrating his heart for service in practical, everyday ways.
John has felt called to help strengthen unity within the Body of Christ. He has been working on outpouring.us for the past several months, developing both the platform and the framework needed to help connect believers across denominational lines.
"God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things for His Kingdom. This platform is about connecting believers and strengthening the Church through unity."
More detailed leadership information will be posted as we transition to non-profit status and establish our governing board of directors.
Absolutely not. The Outpouring Network has ZERO governance over any organizations listed on our platform and has no plans to become a governing body. We are committed to informal networking that respects each church's autonomy and denominational distinctives.
Our Approach:
- Unity, not uniformity - We celebrate diversity within biblical orthodoxy
- Voluntary participation - Churches join freely and leave freely
- Collaborative partnership - We facilitate connections, not control
- Denominational respect - We honor each church's traditions and governance
However, we do maintain standards for listings on our platform. According to our Terms of Service, any organization listing that does not conform to historic, canonical Christian doctrine may be reviewed and potentially removed at the discretion of our administration, or required to modify portions of their listing. Additionally, any material that is offensive, derogatory, or divisive is subject to moderation.
This is about networking, not control. We're simply providing the digital infrastructure to help believers work together.
User Accounts & Permissions
All Registered Users Can:
- Create forum topics and posts
- Subscribe to organizations
- Subscribe to events
- Access training courses
- Participate in discussions
- View full organization profiles
Everyone Can Browse:
- Organization directory
- Event listings
- Training course catalog
- Public forum discussions
- Subscribe to updates
Want to Do More?
If you want to create organizations, events, or training courses, you can apply to be upgraded to Leader status.
Apply for Leader StatusImportant: Authorization Required
No, you should only create listings for organizations where you are an authorized representative. This is an important guideline for all leaders on The Outpouring Network.
Best Practices for Leaders:
- Only create listings you're authorized to create - You must be a pastor, staff member, or officially designated representative
- Accurate information only - All details must be truthful and up-to-date
- Respectful representation - Present organizations in a way that honors them
- Proper permissions - Ensure you have explicit permission before creating listings
Want to Help Other Churches Join?
Instead of creating unauthorized listings:
- Contact the church or organization directly
- Share The Outpouring Network with their leadership
- Encourage them to create their own listing
- Offer to help them get started once they're on board
Organizations
Click "Organizations" in the nav bar, then "Add New Organization" in the top right.
Events
Click "Events" in the nav bar, then "Add New Event" in the top right.
Courses
Click "Training" in the nav bar, then "Add New Course" in the top right.
Tip for Organization Leaders:
The easiest way to create events and courses is through your organization management page. After creating your organization:
- Go to your organization's page
- Find the "Admin Actions" card in the right sidebar
- Click "Edit Organization"
- From there you can create linked events, courses, and forum topics
Unaffiliated Content: All leaders can create events or courses that aren't linked to a specific organization by using the main "Add New" buttons in the respective sections.
Getting Involved
There are many ways to make a difference! Here's how you can contribute:
Start with Your Circle:
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Your Home Church: Share The Outpouring Network with your pastor. Show them how the platform could benefit your congregation.
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Local Churches: Visit other churches in your community and share the platform with their leadership.
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Christian Organizations: Reach out to local Christian nonprofits, ministries, and faith-based businesses.
Expand Your Impact:
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Social Media: Share posts about Christian unity. Use your platform to spread the word.
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Forums & Discussion: Participate in our forums. Share insights and encourage other believers.
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Prayer: Pray for Christian unity and for God's blessing on this ministry.
Remember:
This is a community effort. Every conversation you have, every connection you make, and every heart you encourage matters. God uses ordinary believers to do extraordinary things!
Platform & Technical
"Live beta" means we're fully operational and welcoming new users, but we're still actively developing and improving the platform. Here's what to expect:
What's Working Great:
- User registration and accounts
- Organization directory
- Event listings
- Forum discussions
- Training courses
- Email subscriptions
What to Expect:
- Regular feature additions
- Occasional minor bugs (we fix quickly!)
- UI improvements and updates
- Mobile app coming soon
- New notification features
Why Launch in Beta?
We wanted to start connecting believers and churches as soon as possible rather than waiting for every feature to be perfect. Your feedback helps us build exactly what the Christian community needs.
Completely Free!
The Outpouring Network is 100% free for all users, organizations, and leaders. No hidden fees, no premium tiers, no paywalls.
Free for Everyone:
- User accounts
- Organization listings
- Event creation
- Training courses
- Forum participation
- Email subscriptions
Our Commitment:
- Ministry-focused mission
- Donor-supported platform
- No data selling
- Kingdom-minded approach
"Freely you have received, freely give"
Christian networking shouldn't have a price tag. Our platform is funded by donations from believers who support our mission.
Coming Soon!
A native mobile app is in development and will be available in the coming months. In the meantime, our website is fully mobile-optimized.
Currently Available:
- Mobile-responsive website
- Works on all devices
- Add to home screen option
- Fast loading on mobile
- Touch-friendly interface
Planned App Features:
- Push notifications
- GPS-based church finder
- Enhanced messaging
- Calendar integration
- Offline content access
Want to be notified when the app launches?
Get App UpdatesSupport & Contact
We're here to help! Here are the best ways to get assistance:
Response Times:
- General questions: Usually within 24 hours
- Technical issues: Within 24-48 hours
- Platform issues: We prioritize issues affecting multiple users
- Leader applications: Typically processed within 3-5 business days
Your Privacy is Important
We take data protection seriously and will never sell your personal information to third parties. Your data is used solely to facilitate Christian community and communication.
What's Public:
- Forum posts and topics
- Organization listings
- Event information
- Training course content
What's Private:
- Email addresses
- Phone numbers
- Private messages
- Subscription data
Security Measures:
- Secure connections: All data transmitted using SSL encryption
- Password protection: Secure password hashing and storage
- Regular backups: Your data is safely backed up
- Access controls: Strict user permission systems
For complete details, please review our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
Vision & Future
Unity, Not Uniformity
The Outpouring Network is non-denominational and welcomes believers from all Christian traditions who hold to historic, biblical faith.
We Welcome:
- All Christian denominations
- Non-denominational churches
- Pentecostal and charismatic
- Traditional and contemporary
- All worship styles
Our Foundation:
- Biblical authority
- Salvation through Christ
- Trinity doctrine
- Christ's return
- Great Commission
"I pray that they may be one... so that the world may believe that You have sent Me"
We believe that what unites us in Christ is far greater than what divides us. Our goal is to help believers work together for God's Kingdom.
Our vision is to strengthen Christian unity and help believers work together more effectively.
Phase 1: Connect
Link churches, ministries, and believers through our digital platform.
Phase 2: Collaborate
Facilitate shared ministry efforts and community outreach.
Phase 3: Grow
See believers and churches strengthened through unity and collaboration.
Planned Features & Expansion:
- Enhanced event coordination for community gatherings
- Resource sharing between churches and ministries
- Prayer network connecting intercessors
- Discipleship tools for spiritual growth
- Ministry coordination for local and international outreach
- Impact tracking to measure community benefit
"How good and pleasant it is when God's people live together in unity!"
Ready to Get Started?
"Two are better than one" - Ecclesiastes 4:9
Join believers and churches who are connecting and working together through our platform.
Connect
Build relationships with other believers
Collaborate
Work together for Kingdom impact
Grow
Deepen your faith through community
Still Have Questions?
We're here to help! Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions about using the platform or getting your church or ministry involved.
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