The course includes 6 modules of teaching and relevant assignments to be completed in local contexts. It is supplemented by the Participant’s workbook which helps participants to stay on track.

Mentors support and encourage participants throughout the learning process and keep them accountable for their progress. Mentoring can happen one-on-one, in small groups or cohorts. Different nations choose the intensity of mentoring differently (for example, twice in each module, or once after each module).

A meeting in a local church with 5-20 participants from a region and their leaders. Typically 4-5 meetings will take place during the entire course to provide a space for mutual support and encouragement among the participants.

This inspiring trip is often an international trip of all M4 Ready participants around Europe. It is a time of worship and learning in a location where churches are being planted in various circumstances.