Pastor & Ministry Leader Cohorts
Clarity. Health. Vision. Growth—six months to grow deeper,
lead stronger, and live fuller. Apply for October—space is limited.
Pastor & Ministry Leader Cohorts
Clarity. Health. Vision. Growth—six months to grow deeper, lead stronger, and live fuller. Apply for September and October—space is limited.
The Connection You've Been Missing
Being a pastor often feels like a solo journey. You’ve built a solid ministry. You’ve led faithfully. You’ve built something real. But deep down, you know there’s still more—not more to prove, but more to become. We've been there—when the emotional weight and responsibility for others' growth seems impossible. You’re not looking for a rescue. You’re looking for a refinement.
Where Strong Leaders Go to Get Stronger
These cohorts aren’t for those in triage—they’re for leaders in transition. You’re not escaping anything. You’re stepping into what’s next—with courage, curiosity, and a greater sense of calling. This isn’t leadership training. It’s a reset for everything beneath the surface. These cohorts are a six-month journey for pastors who don’t need saving—they’re just ready for growth, connection, and greater clarity.
The Connection
You've Been Missing
Being a pastor often feels like a solo journey. You’ve built a solid ministry. You’ve led faithfully. You’ve built something real. But deep down, you know there’s still more—not more to prove, but more to become. We've been there—when the emotional weight and responsibility for others' growth seems impossible. You’re not looking for a rescue. You’re looking for a refinement.
Where Strong Leaders Go to Get Stronger
These cohorts aren’t for those in triage—they’re for leaders in transition. You’re not escaping anything. You’re stepping into what’s next—with courage, curiosity, and a greater sense of calling. This isn’t leadership training. It’s a reset for everything beneath the surface. These cohorts are a six-month journey for pastors who don’t need saving—they’re just ready for growth, connection, and greater clarity.
What You'll Experience
Every pastor we know—ourselves included—eventually reaches a point where meaningful connection becomes essential, not just optional. Here's what happens when you decide to join us:
Peers Who Push You Forward
Each cohort includes 8–10 pastors who carry the same hunger for growth and depth. You won’t have to be the strongest in the room—just honest. And you’ll never have to pretend or lead alone again.
Retreats That Create Breakthrough
Two 3-day retreats (start + finish) offer sacred space to slow down, reflect, and reset. In the stillness, clarity emerges. You’ll return home with vision, energy, and the courage to lead from a deeper place.
Coaching That Shapes Your Future
Monthly group and 1-on-1 coaching sessions walk you through the WholeCare™ framework. You’ll apply what you learn in real time—so the growth sticks and shows up in how you live and lead.
What You'll Experience
Every pastor we know—ourselves included—eventually reaches a point where meaningful connection becomes essential, not just optional. Here's what happens when you decide to join us:
Peers Who Push You Forward
Each cohort includes 8–10 pastors who carry the same hunger for growth and depth. You won’t have to be the strongest in the room—just honest. And you’ll never have to pretend or lead alone again.
Retreats That Create Breakthrough
Two 3-day retreats (start + finish) offer sacred space to slow down, reflect, and reset. In the stillness, clarity emerges. You’ll return home with vision, energy, and the courage to lead from a deeper place.
Coaching That Shapes Your Future
Monthly group and 1-on-1 coaching sessions walk you through the WholeCare™ framework. You’ll apply what you learn in real time—so the growth sticks and shows up in how you live and lead.
Why It Works: The WholeCare™ Framework
We distilled a lifetime of experience into creating WholeCare™—a framework targeting six essential areas:
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Health & Wellness
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Embracing Identity
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Strategic Planning
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Authentic Leadership
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Team Collaboration
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Legacy & Longevity
In your cohort, you’ll walk through each one—not as a checklist, but as a compass. A complete solution built to help pastors live well, lead strong, and finish faithfully.
Curious about how WholeCare™ works? We’d love to show you why it’s changing how pastors live and lead.
A Cohort Powered by The WholeCare™ Framework
We distilled a lifetime of experience into creating creating WholeCare™—a framework targeting six essential areas:
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Health & Wellness
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Embracing Identity
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Strategic Planning
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Authentic Leadership
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Team Collaboration
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Legacy & Longevity
In your cohort, you’ll walk through each one—not as a checklist, but as a compass. A complete solution built to help pastors live well, lead strong, and finish faithfully.
Led by a Certified TAP Coach
Every cohort is guided by one of our certified TAP Coaches—leaders who understand your world and are trained to walk with you through it. They’ll walk beside you as you reimagine what’s possible.
Tim Eldred |Â Founder, The Authentic Pastor | 35+ Years in Ministry
After three decades in ministry, I’ve carried the weight and helped others carry theirs as well. I know how easy it is to look strong on the outside while falling apart inside. That’s why I built The Authentic Pastor—not to grow platforms, but to walk with pastors in the real stuff. I’ve seen what happens when leaders stop pretending.Â
The 6 Month Transformational Journey
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Cohort Size: 8–10 pastors
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Includes:
 Two 3-day retreats (lodging + meals included)
 Monthly group & 1-on-1 coaching (90 mins)
  Private resource platform
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Time Commitment:Â 2-3 hours/month + retreats
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Tuition: Shared w/ inquiry (scholarships available)
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Travel:Â Flights not included
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Next Start Date:Â September &Â October 2025
6Â Months of Transformation
Our cohorts begin and end with a 3-day, 2-night retreat in one of our luxury locations. Between the in-person retreats, your cohort and coaching journey takes place virtually on our private, secure platform to ensure a perfect blend of connection and convenience.
Opening Retreat
Monthly Group Coaching
Monthly Personal 1:1 Coaching
Guided Assessment
Goal Setting
Closing Retreat
The Journey At a Glance
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Duration:Â 6 months
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Cohort Size: 8–10 pastors
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Includes:
Two 3-day retreats (lodging + meals included)
Monthly group coaching (90 minutes)
Monthly 1-on-1 coachingÂ
Private resource platform
Airport transportation for retreats
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Time Commitment:Â 2-3 hours/month + retreats
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Tuition: Shared with inquiry (scholarships available)
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Travel:Â Flights not included
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Next Start Date:Â September &Â October 2025
CODY WHITFILLÂ |Â RIVER VALLEY CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
“Tired of tips and tricks promising results only to be disappointed? I was. Then, I went to a cohort with the Authentic Pastor—The process was real and the results were tangible. I’m in this for life!"
SHAWN ACREYÂ |Â THE JOURNEY CHURCH
"Once I joined the cohort and got connected, I knew immediately I had made the right choice. As we got into our one-on-one coaching sessions, it became clear that Tim understood where I was, even though I didn't."
JR LEEÂ |Â FREEDOM CHURCH
"Tim and The Authentic Pastor are an absolute gift. If you’re looking for camaraderie, encouragement, and friendship — look no further."
KYLE BURKHOLDERÂ | COVENANT CHURCH
"Pastoral ministry can be deeply isolating and I've longed to find others who 'get it.' Through this cohort, I found meaningful relationships with real friends who know the journey I'm on and love me through my peaks and valleys."
BRETT LESTERÂ |Â FBC LIVINGSTON
“I joined a cohort with pastors from all over the country who have became brothers. I’m being encouraged, challenged, held accountable and loved for who I am, not for what I do… that’s my Authentic Pastor experience!”
PATRICK MCCUE |Â LIVING PROOF CHURCH
“Tim doesn’t have time for shenanigans. He cares about pastors and helping them get back to genuine, healthy, Biblical discipleship. He doesn’t care about a product; he cares about people and refuses to give up on pastors and the church!”
TODDÂ IANNETTAÂ |Â SILVER CREEK CHURCH
“This is exactly what every pastor needs. It’s a safe space to be genuine, heal, and discover you’re not walking this journey alone. My perspective on ministry is changing, and I’m grateful for the impact it’s having on my life and leadership.”
Step Into What’s Next. Growth is Calling.
Don’t Settle for Maintenance When Growth is Calling
If you’re hungry for more—if you’re ready to stretch into who you’re becoming—this isn’t just for you. It’s about you. Fill out the form to download the information packet and reserve your spot.
We’re thrilled to announce that our opening retreats will take place in the mountains of North Carolina and Utah in September and October 2025.
Space is limited—we’ll connect within 24 hours.
If you’re hungry for more—if you’re ready to stretch into who you’re becoming—this isn’t just for you. It’s about you. Fill out the form to download the information packet and reserve your spot.
We’re thrilled to announce that our opening retreats will take place in the mountains of North Carolina and Utah in September and October 2025.
Space is limited—we’ll connect within 24 hours.
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