CEN affirms the Lausanne Covenant and encourages member churches to use it as a guide for aligning values of working together in evangelism, ministry and community service. The Lausanne Covenant was established several years ago under the leadership of Dr. Billy Graham and others who saw the need for a clear statement of doctrinal agreement to unite the body of Christ in worldwide evangelization. CEN participants are asked to read and affirm the Lausanne Covenant as a first step to involvement with CEN. Affirmation is on the honor system and materials that are posted or printed must conform to the doctrinal statement for inclusion. For more active involvement, such as becoming a ReadyCitySM, CEN requires a commitment in writing adhering to the Lausanne Covenant . Services, resources, products or non-Christian support training offered by others who participate in the network may or may not apply.  more...