There are many reasons to seek out a Coach for all aspects of life. That is the same for a Ministry Coach. Many of those reasons can be found below. But whether its help clarifying your vision, seeking new strategies to minister, seeking encouragement, navigating conflict or seeking help in putting your ideas into effect, a Ministry Coach can help. With Soar to New Heights Ministry, we start by taking a deep dive into your ministry, your experience and your hopes for the Coaching process. We then develop a plan on how to achieve your goal that you approve. From there, we work one session at a time until we achieve the goal that was set forth.

Coaching meetings will typically take place virtually. I'm always willing to setup a short free consultation to see if Soar To New Heights Coaching is right for you and your ministry. If you would like to setup a free consultation, please email Jeff at soartonewheightsministry@gmail.com.

If your parish budgets for formation for it's ministers(which hopefully they do), perhaps your parish would be willing to put that budget towards Coaching, rather than a Conference or other event.

Typical coaching sessions will be 45 minutes.

A package of 5 coaching sessions $225

A package of 10 coaching sessions will be $400.

Or individual sessions are $50 a session

If you have questions or would like a custom package, please reach out to Jeff at soartonewheightsministry@gmail.com

A ministry coach is someone who comes alongside a church leader to provide guidance, encouragement, accountability, and strategic support. Unlike a mentor, who often shares wisdom from personal experience, a coach focuses on helping you clarify your goals, discover your own solutions, and move forward with intentionality.

Ministry is one of the most fulfilling yet demanding callings a person can pursue. Whether you're a Music Minister, Youth Minister, Director of Religious Ed or Adult Faith Formation or any other ministry role, your work involves not only spiritual leadership but also administrative oversight, emotional intelligence, and relational stewardship. In this multifaceted environment, having a coach can make all the difference—not only for your own well-being and growth but also for the effectiveness and sustainability of your ministry.

1. Avoiding Burnout

Ministry leaders often give so much of themselves that they neglect their own physical, emotional, and spiritual health. A coach can help you establish healthy boundaries, recognize signs of fatigue, and develop rhythms of rest and renewal.

2. Clarifying Vision and Strategy

Ministry can easily become reactive—responding to needs, crises, or expectations—rather than proactive. A coach helps you pause, zoom out, and evaluate what God is calling your ministry to do in this season. They help you ask critical questions like:

• What is our mission?

• Who are we trying to reach?

• What are our priorities?

• How are we measuring fruitfulness?

Through regular sessions, a coach can help you move from vague intentions to concrete, Spirit-led action.

3. Strengthening Leadership Skills

No matter how gifted or experienced you are, there is always room to grow. A coach can help you identify blind spots in your leadership and improve skills such as communication, delegation, conflict resolution, and team development. By investing in your own growth, you become a better leader for those you serve.

4. Accountability and Encouragement

In church work, it's easy to isolate yourself or to assume you must carry everything alone. A coach provides a safe, confidential space to process challenges, celebrate wins, and stay accountable to your commitments. This kind of support is invaluable in ministry, where feedback is often vague or non-existent.

5. Navigating Change and Conflict

Every ministry goes through seasons of transition—whether it’s launching a new initiative, dealing with congregational conflict, or discerning a personal calling shift. A coach can help you think clearly, pray deeply, and respond wisely during these pivotal times.

6. Spiritual Health and Discernment

A good coach doesn't just focus on goals and outcomes—they care about your soul. Through thoughtful questions and reflective practices, a coach can help you stay rooted in Christ and aligned with God’s voice in the midst of ministry noise. Spiritual discernment is a muscle that can be strengthened, and a coach can help you do that.

The Main Idea

Coaching is not a sign of weakness—it's a mark of humility and wisdom. Ministry is too important to do alone, and the stakes are too high to lead without support. Whether you’re just starting out or decades into your calling, having a coach is one of the most powerful investments you can make for the health of your ministry, your team, and your own soul. If you haven’t yet considered it, now might be the time to pray about this.