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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.

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.
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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A pair of worn leather boots resting by a doorway, symbolizing a pastor’s life of quiet, faithful presence in the field.
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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Tired ministry leader sitting in a quiet sanctuary, symbolizing pastor burnout and ministry exhaustion
The Lie of Just One More Sunday authentic leadership strategic planning

Ministry doesn’t pause. Not when you’re tired. Not when your soul is dry. N...

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Pastor sitting alone in an empty church after Sunday service, reflecting on ministry burnout and emotional pressure from weekly performance.
Why Sundays Are Stealing Your Soul authentic leadership embracing identity

Last week was Easter. You’d think after three decades of doing this, I’d be...

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The Unhealthy Habit That Nearly Cost Me Everything authentic leadership health & wellness

I thought I was doing it right. I spent years believing I had cracked the c...

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Why Leadership Conferences Fail Pastors authentic leadership health & wellness

I got up to use the bathroom at 3 AM and saw my 8 AM flight to Asheville wa...

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The Sunday I Quit Polishing Sermons authentic leadership embracing identity

Twenty years ago, I was a sermon-polishing junkie—one minute of prep for ev...

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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