The 4:12 Collective is a Christian nonprofit dedicated to equipping believers for the work of ministry. We bring people together to grow in biblical truth, build meaningful relationships, and become equipped to serve wherever God has placed them.
Our mission is to cultivate a movement of equipped, Spirit-led disciple-makers transforming every sphere of life through the local church.
Our name comes from Ephesians 4:12: “for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ” (NKJV). This Scripture anchors our conviction that every believer has a part to play in building up the body of Christ and sharing the Gospel.
The 4:12 Collective began with a conviction held by our founder, Dr. Chae Awong-Cole: every believer should be equipped to participate in the work of ministry. That conviction shaped a vision for a community where people could deepen their faith, develop their gifts, and become more intentional about helping others follow Jesus.
Our heart is to help people connect what they believe with how they live. We want to see believers prepared to serve their congregations, lead with integrity, care for their neighbors, and reflect Christ in their homes, workplaces, and communities.
The local church is central to that vision. We come alongside churches through relationships, resources, and opportunities that support discipleship and service. As people grow through The Collective, we encourage them to bring that growth back to their congregations, ready to contribute, encourage others, and participate in the shared work of ministry.
The 4:12 Collective is an equipping ministry that comes alongside local churches to help believers grow as Spirit-led disciple-makers. Through discipleship, leadership development, and opportunities to serve, we prepare people to strengthen their churches and live out their faith in everyday life.
We are not a local church or denomination, and we encourage everyone involved to be actively connected to a local church. Our heart is to serve alongside churches and community partners, helping believers carry the Gospel into their homes, workplaces, neighborhoods, and beyond.
Your generosity helps us equip leaders, strengthen the church, and bring hope to communities near and far.
The 4:12 Collective is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit organization. Federal Tax ID: 41-3318368. Contributions are tax-deductible.
