Meet Pastor Tom Mercer, founder of The Oikos Movement
Summary
Pastor Tom Mercer, Founder of The Oikos Movement, has spent decades empowering Christians to live out the Great Commission. Through the transformative Oikos principle, he equips believers to share their faith within their personal networks, creating lasting change in communities around the world.
The Transformative Power of the Oikos Principle
The Great Commission calls every believer to spread the gospel and make disciples, but how can we effectively live out this mission in our daily lives? Pastor Tom Mercer, Founder and CEO of The Oikos Movement, has dedicated his life to answering this question. With over 45 years of pastoral experience, Tom has developed and championed the Oikos principle—a simple, yet powerful approach to sharing faith by focusing on the people closest to us.
The Oikos principle encourages believers to start within their personal networks—their "Oikos," or household—when sharing the gospel. By investing in the relationships God has already placed in our lives, we can create meaningful, lasting change and live out the Great Commission in a natural and impactful way.
As the former senior pastor of High Desert Church, Tom implemented the Oikos principle to transform his congregation and community. Under his leadership, the church became a thriving hub for spiritual growth and outreach, providing practical tools to help Christians align their lives with God’s mission. The Oikos principle has since been adopted by churches and believers worldwide, empowering them to multiply their Kingdom impact.
Pastor Mercer emphasizes that the Oikos principle is not about adding new responsibilities but realigning our focus to maximize the opportunities already present in our lives. By applying this principle, believers can effectively share their faith, strengthen relationships, and witness transformation within their communities.
Pastor Tom Mercer will be the keynote speaker at the IE Barnabas Q1 2025 Gathering, where he will share his insights and practical strategies for living out the Great Commission. Don’t miss the chance to hear from this inspiring leader and learn how you can implement the Oikos principle in your own life.
