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Pastor & Ministry Leader Advice

We write new articles every week—practical advice and uncommon perspectives that have carried us through ministry's challenges. If you find them helpful and you want them delivered straight to you, sign up below.
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Why the System Needs You Burned Out authentic leadership health & wellness

A pastor filled out the form on my site for a free 30-minute call. There’s ...

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You Weren't Hired to Run a Church authentic leadership team collaboration

I’m sitting in the airport lounge putting the final touches on this article...

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A contemplative pastor walks alone at sunrise in a quiet rural landscape, representing solitude, identity, and reflection beyond the pulpit.
Called to Christ, Not to Ministry authentic leadership embracing identity

I need to say something that might mess with your head but save your heart:...

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Exhausted pastor caught in oversized mouse trap at cluttered desk with Bible and laptop, symbolizing burnout and the trap of doing everything alone.
Trapped by Your Own Leadership authentic leadership team collaboration

You can prepare saints for service. Or you can prepare services for saints....

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A pastor's desk cluttered with self-help books, frameworks, and quick-fix resources, with an exhausted coffee cup in the foreground Alt Text: Overwhelmed pastor's workspace showing the futility of quick-fix solutions
When Quick Wins Aren't Enough authentic leadership embracing identity health & wellness

A pastor called me last week asking if I had anything "practical." "You kno...

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The Weight You Don’t Have to Carry authentic leadership embracing identity health & wellness

Cindy and I were driving to the airport Tuesday morning, headed to Oregon t...

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The Ministry You Can't Measure authentic leadership team collaboration

Most mornings, I start my day with my bare feet in the grass and the sun on...

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Why Pastors Hide—And How to Finally Stop authentic leadership

My friend David sent me a quote on Saturday morning because we’ve been havi...

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The Real Reason Churches Don’t Change authentic leadership team collaboration

Some churches want change. Others want to talk about wanting change. And th...

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The Next Step: Hands-On Support

When you're ready to move from information to implementation, these services provide the guidance and connection pastors are looking for. Each offers a distinct approach, so see which option fits your needs best.

The Next Step:
Hands-On Support

When you're ready to move from information to implementation, these services provide the guidance and connection pastors are looking for. Each offers a distinct approach, so see which option fits your needs best.

Personal Coaching

Work with a Veteran Coach to Tackle Unique Challenges
  • Mentoring from a pastor who's been there
  • Sort out ministry headaches, one-on-one
  • Develop rhythms that protect what matters most
FIND YOUR MENTOR

Pastor Cohorts

Join a Trusted Circle of Peers Who Understand the Weight You Carry
  • Move beyond the surface and find real connection
  • Multiple retreats designed to reset and refocus
  • Monthly coaching that sparks lifelong transformation
JOIN A COHORT

Church Consulting

Build a Ministry Ecosystem that Sustains Rather than Drains
  • Address the key factors affecting your church's health
  • Align your team around principles that reduce burnout
  • Create systems that support longevity and impact
EXPLORE CONSULTING

Personal Coaching

Work with a Veteran Coach to Tackle Unique Challenges
  • Mentoring from a pastor who's been there
  • Sort out ministry headaches, one-on-one
  • Develop rhythms that protect what matters most
FIND YOUR MENTOR

Pastor Cohorts

Join a Trusted Circle of Peers Who Understand the Weight You Carry
  • Move beyond the surface and find real connection
  • Multiple retreats designed to reset and refocus
  • Monthly coaching that sparks lifelong transformation
JOIN A COHORT

Church Consulting

Build a Ministry Ecosystem that Sustains Rather than Drains
  • Address the key factors affecting your church's health
  • Align your team around principles that reduce burnout
  • Create systems that support longevity and impact
EXPLORE CONSULTING