The growth and sustainability of any church depend heavily on the strength and quality of its leadership. Without trained, faithful pastors, churches struggle to grow and often fail to fulfill their mission. Dag Heward-Mills has long recognized this truth and has made the training of pastors a central focus of his ministry. His goal has never been just to gather a crowd but to raise an army of leaders who will carry the Gospel across the nations.

Through decades of experience, he has developed systems, schools, and structures to train pastors who are spiritually grounded, ministry-focused, and mission-minded. These pastors are now expanding the church globally, reaching souls, planting churches, and discipling believers across every continent.

A Passion for Raising Ministers

Dag Heward-Mills has always emphasized that the work is too great for one man alone. He believes that God’s work must be delegated to faithful men and women who are trained to teach others also. This principle, drawn from 2 Timothy 2:2, underpins his entire leadership model.

Rather than trying to do everything himself, he has focused on reproducing himself in others—passing on knowledge, values, vision, and anointing to the next generation of ministers. This approach has not only empowered thousands of leaders but has made it possible for the ministry to grow far beyond what one man could achieve alone.

Bible Schools With a Global Vision

At the heart of his pastoral training is the Anagkazo Bible and Ministry Training Center. This institution is not just a place of academic learning—it is a spiritual greenhouse where future pastors are nurtured, tested, and prepared for real ministry.

Students learn theology, leadership, evangelism, church planting, counseling, administration, and much more. But beyond the classroom, they engage in practical ministry, serving in churches, preaching, and winning souls. This hands-on experience prepares them for the realities of pastoring in different cultural, economic, and social contexts.

Many of these students come from different parts of the world and are sent back to their nations with the vision and tools to start churches and ministries. This has led to a truly global expansion of the church under Dag Heward-Mills’ leadership.

Discipline, Loyalty, and Hard Work

One of the hallmarks of the pastors trained by Dag Heward-Mills is their discipline. They are taught not only to love God and His people but to work hard, be loyal, and remain humble. These values are emphasized again and again, both in the classroom and through personal mentorship.

By creating a culture of loyalty and hard work, he has built a leadership base that is stable and dependable. His pastors are known for their integrity, their dedication to the church, and their willingness to go anywhere they are sent—no matter the cost.

A Sending Culture

Dag Heward-Mills doesn’t just train pastors—he sends them. His church does not operate with a “keep them here” mentality. Instead, leaders are constantly released into new mission fields, both locally and internationally.

This sending culture has led to the planting of churches in over ninety countries. Trained pastors have gone to cities, towns, villages, and even unreached areas, carrying with them the Gospel and the tools to establish strong, growing churches.

Continued Mentorship and Growth

Even after being sent out, pastors remain connected to the ministry and continue to receive guidance, teaching, and support. Regular conferences, pastoral retreats, and online sessions ensure that every pastor stays refreshed and aligned with the vision.

This ongoing mentorship has created a sense of family and accountability, keeping pastors grounded and inspired to keep growing their ministries.

Conclusion

Dag Heward-Mills has trained pastors who are now expanding the church globally—not through gimmicks or hype, but through solid teaching, godly character, and faithful obedience. His approach combines biblical truth, practical training, and a global vision that has resulted in thousands of churches being planted around the world.

His ministry is a powerful example of what happens when one man decides to multiply himself into many—leaders who will, in turn, raise more leaders until the whole world hears the Gospel. Through his training, the church continues to grow, not just in numbers, but in strength, depth, and global reach.