Why Evana Network?
Who We Are
Evana Network is a movement of pastors and churches who want to see God’s kingdom come through the power of Jesus Christ. Our common ground is an evangelical Anabaptist theology, as articulated in the personal covenant our church leaders sign. Our common vision is to see Jesus bring transformation to our local communities.
Our Vision
Our vision is to see local churches focus on community transformation by deeply engaging with the local community; seeing God’s heart of love for broken people; and responding with healing presence, radical hospitality, and strategic compassion.
What We Do
“Confession, Covenant, Community, Commission.”
- We organize regional networks with partner churches for community engagement and church planting.
- We partner with existing evangelical Anabaptist institutions (denominations, conferences, districts, mission agencies, universities, etc.) to facilitate a shared evangelical Anabaptist witness and to generate movement toward community transformation.
- We facilitate learning communities for leadership development.
- We host an online community to connect and resource individuals on a regional and global level.
- We develop regional and national training events to network and resource leaders.
- We provide credentials for pastors of congregations without other affiliations.
Our Core Values
Jesus-Centered Identity + Biblical Authority
Jesus Christ is the heart of our faith and cornerstone of our lives and submit to the Bible as the authoritative guide for our lives.
Covenanted Accountability
We commit ourselves to accountable relationships to foster obedient living in a fallen world.
Anabaptist Theology
We embrace the Anabaptist commitment to peace and nonviolence, with lives marked by discipleship, community, and evangelism.
Gospel Community
We bear witness to the Gospel by the way we intentionally care for people with self-sacrifice and love.
Evangelistic Energy
We are passionate about sharing the Gospel with love and making disciples of Jesus with boldness.
Spirit-Empowered Ministry
We seek the activities of God above human strategies.
Our Team
Matt Hamsher
Wesley Furlong
Tyler Hartford
Darlene Sommers
Upcoming Events
Flourish 2024: Lead with Purpose
Join other pastors and spouses who are leading and inspiring others to reclaim the mission of radical hospitality and healing presence in their communities.
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