for church planters.
by church planters.
South Florida Collective (SFC) is a movement to establish, support, and grow new churches throughout South Florida.
In a region marked by rapid growth and cultural diversity, SFC seeks to be uniquely positioned to meet the pressing need for new, gospel-centered churches by encouraging, equipping, and establishing partnership for church planters in our region.
Our mission is to create an ecosystem specifically for church planters, led by church planters, for the glory of God and the good of South Florida.
why south florida?
Home to over 6 million people, Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties are a dynamic hub of culture and commerce. Yet, less than 10% of South Florida has been reached with the Gospel.
Demographic Diversity: South Florida is a melting pot of cultures, ethnicities, and languages. The church planting model allows us to meet the spiritual needs of various cultural groups and communities.
Spiritual Need: There are communities where the gospel is either underrepresented or misrepresented. Planting gospel-centered churches can bring renewed hope and flourishing to these areas.
Population Growth: As South Florida continues to expand, so does the need for churches that can serve the influx of new residents.
Church Plant Failure Rate: Research has shown that South Florida has a high failure rate for church plants. A sobering statistic that requires a strategic and bold response.
Our team
Rodney Wilkinson is a man redeemed by Jesus! He shares his life with his wife Kiesha and their four children: Jordyn, Ziyon, Rodney Jr, and Grace.
In addition to leading South Florida Collective, Rodney is the lead pastor of Gospel Fellowship Church, which he planted in 2013 in Boynton Beach, FL. Rodney's heart is for serving people, especially in the region of South Florida. In his free time, he enjoys reading, coaching, and basketball.
Seth Eaton is a curiosity-driven operations nerd, currently serving as the executive pastor of Gospel Fellowship Church. Seth's passion is helping organizational leaders (particularly entrepreneurs and church planters) operate with clarity and purpose — aligning their mission with practical, sustainable systems. Seth and his wife, Joy, have three incredible kids and a slightly above average goldendoodle. In his free time he enjoys woodworking, photography, and all things automotive.
Tanda was born and raised in North Carolina but became an official Florida girl in 2016. She married her high school sweetheart in 2006, and together they have the privilege of raising three amazing kids. Tanda holds a B.S. degree in Psychology from Liberty University and has spent most of her career in education and administration.Tanda loves organization, a warm cup of coffee, her toes in the sand, and finding joy along the way!
OUR VALUES
South Florida Collective is shaped by core values that define our identity and guide every aspect of our mission. These values serve as the foundation for how we lead, serve, and collaborate to impact our church planters and church communities.
Every planter supported and every church planted is grounded in the gospel of Jesus Christ, reflecting the Great Commission in South Florida.
We believe in working toward the broader kingdom of God, serving not only our own network but the capital “C” Church South Florida.
We seek to work with others in a spirit of humility and respect, valuing diverse contributions and recognizing that we are better together.
South Florida is one of the most diverse regions in the nation. SFC is committed to reflecting this diversity in our churches and SFC leadership.
FIND THE SUPPORT & COMMUNITY YOU NEED.
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CHURCH PLANTERS COHORT
SFC brings together current church planters through cohorts that provide collaborative learning, support, and shared insights.
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Monthly Gatherings
Our monthly gatherings are times of encouragement, learning, collaboration, and prayer, and are open to any aspiring planters, current planters, and all those who support them.
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Regional Assessents
We will implement a regional assessment process designed to evaluate and affirm the readiness of prospective church planters, specific to the unique challenges of South Florida. This process will ensure that only qualified and well-prepared individuals move forward, setting the stage for effective, sustainable church plants.
Coming 2026
Funding for church planters
A funding mechanism will be established to support planters who successfully complete the assessment process, giving them access to the resources needed to launch and sustain new churches.
Coming 2026
