Start A Chapter:

A new chapter may be formed when;

1. A visionary leader with the necessary time and commitment has come forth.

2. A minimum of five members are present who will hold the offices of President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer and Chalain.
(It is recommended that these four come from three to four different families)

3. Said chapter has been approved and released by the National Office.

Chapters may be developed by one of two tracks:

Track One: An existing chapter has grown and is currently challenged by the geographic diversity of its members and therefore a second chapter is birthed by the mother chapter.

Track Two: If there are members interested in starting a new chapter but are too far removed from any existing chapters, a promotional "blitz" may be planned to see if there is enough interest in a community to start a new chapter.

1. The prospective leader must read through, understand and agree with Black Sheep’s...

A. Mission Statement
B. Statement of Faith
C. Core Values
D. Rules of membership

2. The prospective leader must complete and return an application, complete with all references but should not submit any dues or fees at this time.

3. The prospective leader must commit to a simple orientation and training weekend.

A. The weekend will always be the first weekend of the month.
B. Orientations will take place in Temecula, California.
C. The weekend will include:

- Visiting the Southern California Regional Breakfast.
- An extended time with other So.Cal. chapter presidents.
- An extended time with Marty Edwards; Founder, National President.
- This weekend is also an opportunity for our leaders to meet you.

All of this is designed to create an opportunity for you to meet a hundred or more members and see them in relationship with one another and their guests. You will meet with two or three of our local presidents will who take an afternoon and evening to meet with you to share their hearts and answer your questions. This is a time to hear the vision, catch the "DNA" and benefit from our collective experience and strategy. Also for us to hear your heart and pray for your new chapter.

D. Costs:

- Travel costs to Southern California will be the prospective leader’s responsibility.
- During this orientation weekend, all lodging and local transportation will be provided. (Maximum 4 people)
- A prospective leader and their spouse who attends this orientation weekend will have their first year’s dues paid. ($45-$80.)
- Lodging will be provided by a local Black Sheep family. If a prospective leader chooses to stay in a motel, this will be their expense.