Why coaching?
It’s a great question. Why do you need a coach?
A coach’s job is to keep the client accountable for the goals they want to achieve. If you would like your church to take local mission more seriously, you’ll need to do more than read an inspiring book or head off to a training day. Developing a missional pathway in your church will take focus, time and a good dose of tenacity. That’s a lot to ask of a church leader who has already got a lot on her plate.
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"Having a coach has been helpful for me in many ways. I have found the accountability of monthly meetings helpful in moving forward with our mission and not allowing it to be forgotten due to the hungry machine that is the church."
Rev. Sage Harris, Whakatu Presbyterian
If you want to take mission seriously, you should consider getting a local mission coach.
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Like coaches of all types and stripes, a local mission coach helps their clients stay focused on what it is that they want to achieve.
The details
Coaching sessions are for 60 minutes, take place on Zoom and are usually monthly. The coaching relationship begins with a free hour-long consultation. Coach and client will then complete a coaching agreement that specifies the goals that the client is working towards.
Sounding good?
“Nathan has been my coach for 18 months, and I have experienced fantastic support and encouragement. Nathan has walked with me at his invitation to set short- and long-term personal and professional goals. He gently but firmly reminds me and guides me with biblical principles. His relational style and recommendation of books blows my mind, as these will often hit the right spot. I highly recommend Nathan to anyone who seeks a coach.”
Atje Faber, Nelson Diocese Rest Home Chaplaincy Coordinator
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“Having a coach has been helpful for me in many ways. I have found the accountability of monthly meetings helpful in moving forward with our mission and not allowing it to be forgotten due to the hungry machine that is the church. It has also helped wrestle with questions I have and have a sounding board when trying to find a way forward with mission in our church.”
Rev. Sage Harris, Whakatu Presbyterian
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Still got questions?
Learn about the Pathways methodology.