‘Planting Stories’ series: Chris & Elin Aldrich, Garden City Church
An Ecosystem of Churches
In this video, Covenant church planters Chris and Elin Aldrich share how God led them to start a network of house churches called Garden City Church. Planting new churches isn’t just about numbers—it’s about reaching people in fresh, relational ways and creating communities where faith can grow authentically. They highlight the importance of multiplying churches so that more people can encounter Jesus in settings that feel personal and accessible. If you’ve ever wondered why starting new churches matters, their words will inspire you to see it as a vital part of God’s mission.
They also offer practical insight into how established congregations can come alongside new ones. Rather than seeing church planting as competition, Chris and Elin emphasize the beauty of partnership—and how established churches can provide encouragement, resources and prayer to help new communities thrive.