millions of books, newsletters, and audiotapes of teaching missions, they spread the central message of the movement, that everyone should be connected to a leader above themselves and in turn disciple others. This “shepherding” system was considered to be an answer for the thousands of charismatics who were drifting from conference to conference and at times receiving questionable teaching and leadership. To these rootless and wandering masses, the Fort Lauderdale teachers offered “covenant relationships”