Until every sphere is reached

Following the Book of Acts model, we will soon gather in house church communities where authentic relationships thrive, discipleship takes root, and followers of Jesus are equipped and sent to impact their unique spheres of influence.

When we launch, we will gather through:
- "House Churches" (Weekdays): We will gather in homes across the county, where discipleship happens in the context of real community. These communities share meals, grow in faith, care for one another, and live on mission together.
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- Sunday Gatherings: All house churches will come together weekly as one body to worship, be equipped, and celebrate what God is doing throughout every sphere of influence across Miami.

Launch TimelineWhat We Believe

A church of house churches.

Influence Miami is planting to become one church made up of many house churches across Miami-Dade County. We exist to reach, equip, and send disciples into every sphere of influence.

Our Model: A Church of House Churches:
Our church follows the model of the Early Church in Acts—decentralized, relational, and mission-driven.
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1. Decentralized Community – Discipleship and community happen primarily in House Churches, where every believer can be personally known and shepherded.
2. Distributed Leadership – House Churches are led by trained pastors who shepherd their communities, disciple others, and carry out pastoral care.
3. Diverse Family – Each House Church is intentionally cross-generational, multi-ethnic, and geographically rooted, reflecting the beauty of God’s kingdom.
4. Common Oversight – All House Churches are united under shared leadership and identity, ensuring health, accountability, and mission alignment.

Our Values

From Miami, to the ends of the earth.

Starting in Miami, to the ends of the earth. Our vision is to see a movement of disciples making disciples across every sphere of influence. This is our prayer as we dedicate ourselves to influencing and transforming our city for the glory of God.

Join the Launch Team

Pastors
Jose Soto
& AJ Meade

Influence Miami is led by Co-Lead Pastors AJ Meade and Jose Soto, who bring complementary gifts in strategy, leadership, teaching, and discipleship. Together, they are committed to multiplying disciples and planting house churches to see the Gospel influence every sphere of Miami.

AJ Meade

Executive Pastor
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Jose Soto

Teaching Pastor
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Our Values (P.E.E.R)

Purpose

Because influence starts right where you are.

We believe the Great Commission wasn’t given to a few—it was given to all. Every home, every hallway, every sphere is holy ground. We don’t wait for a platform; we show up with purpose in our jobs, neighborhoods, and relationships. Wherever we are, the Kingdom goes with us.

Evangelism

Because Jesus came to seek and save the lost.

We believe in boldly sharing the good news of Jesus—because He died for all and loves the lost deeply. Evangelism isn’t a duty; it’s a response to His love. As His disciples, we go where He sends, speak when He prompts, and trust that every conversation could be someone's turning point. Everyone deserves to hear about Him.

Excellence

Because the Gospel deserves more than good enough.

Whether it's hosting a meal, leading worship, or praying for a friend, we do it with intention and heart. Excellence isn’t about perfection or performance; it’s about showing we care. We believe the way we steward what’s in our hands speaks of the One we serve.

Relationships

Because love looks like presence.

In a world that often prioritizes convenience and comfort, we choose people. We open our homes, our lives, and our schedules to walk alongside others. From neighbors to strangers, from lifelong friends to brand-new faces, everyone is worth the interruption.
We don’t gather out of routine, but out of relationship.

Launch Timeline

Phase 1 (Pre Sept. 2025)

Planning & Development

In this foundational stage, we are building the framework for Influence Miami. This includes planting team training, legal setup, budgeting, and sharpening our mission and strategy to ensure the church launches on solid ground.

Phase 2 (Sept 2025 - Mar 2026)

Influence WKNDs (Monthly) + Vision Building

Momentum begins here through monthly Influence WKNDs—outreach on Saturdays and Influence Nights on Sundays. During this phase, we recruit and train our Launch Team, cast vision, raise financial support, and establish governance to prepare for the future.

Phase 3 (Mar 2026 - Sept 2026)

Soft Launch – House Churches & Sunday Gatherings

We transition into active ministry by starting weekly House Church gatherings and preview services, including training up new house church pastors. This phase allows us to live out our model while continuing to grow community, leadership, and financial support.

Phase 4: Sept. 2026

Official Launch Sunday!

Everything builds toward Launch Sunday—a citywide celebration where all House Churches gather as one to worship and commission new leaders. From here, we multiply new House Churches across Miami, expanding our reach and influence the city for the glory of God.