The mission of LAN is to expand and equip the Body of Christ through experience, capabilities and gifting of those that are part of the network. While we function to fulfill our mission in many ways , we recognize the following distinctive in our calling: * To network churches and ministries with the purpose of extending the influence of the Kingdom of God into every sphere of culture. * To raise up, equip, and ordain leaders. * To counsel and assist those who desire to move into an apostolic paradigm as outlined in Ephesians 4:11. * To take the Gospel to the ends of the earth by partnering in those activities that extend the influence of the Kingdom of God.LAN serves pastors and leaders primarily from the upstate and western NY areas, but is also associated with those in other states and internationally.