THE MINISTRY MBA

10 Practical Courses to Lead a Thriving Church

Pressure Valve Session Replay

Slide Deck for The 7 Deadly Pressures Crushing Pastors

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The Pastoral PRESSURE Dashboard

Pastoral leadership isn’t just about calling—it’s about capacity. And like any high-performance vehicle, your leadership has gauges that measure your current health, energy, and risk.

This tool is designed to help you see what’s blinking red before you break down.

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We serve churches with fewer than 100 attendees to churches with over 10,000.

PRESSURE
VALVE SESSIONS

FREE Live Learning Labs to Help You Let Off Steam and Fix ONE Thing.

Short bursts of insight and strategy — no cost, no catch.
 
Join me for a 1-hour conversation where we tackle real pressure points in ministry and explore practical solutions you can use immediately.
 
Perfect if you’re unsure where to start or just need a fresh perspective.

LEADERSHIP
LABS

Step Back, Evaluate the Pressure, and Shape a Strategy That Fits

When leadership feels heavy, sometimes the best move is to pause. These live, guided working sessions give you space to think, clarify your priorities, and build a practical strategy designed for your church.
 
Whether you’re facing growth barriers or just need a fresh plan, this is where confident progress begins.
 
In-person and digital labs are available.
 
Ideal for pastors and leadership teams facing complexity, change, or growth barriers.

STRATEGIC
PARTNERSHIPS

Ongoing Strategic Support to Help You Lead with Confidence All Year Long.

If you want a trusted partner in your corner — someone who knows ministry, understands strategy, and brings outside perspective without pressure — this relationship is for you.
 
Think of it like adding an executive team member.
 
Designed for hungry and curious pastors ready to make things better.

Join our community of like-minded church leaders
working to add more intention to their mission.

Paul Smith, Senior Pastor, Rivertown Community Church - Marianna, FL​

“As a coach, Gavin’s external perspective clarified our vision and helped us build a better model for our community. As a mentor, his ministry experience allows him to encourage our team while providing unique insight.”

Holly Goddard, Director of Ministry Environments, North Point Community Church - Atlanta, GA

“Gavin is one of best at creating content and teaching others how to create compelling and clear communication. He coached our department heads through a communicator workshop and we all left feeling more equipped and empowered to in crafting messaging in our contexts.”

Discover the Sermon Strategies Driving Growth in America’s Fastest Growing Churches

We’ve compiled a spreadsheet detailing the last 12 sermon series from the 100 fastest-growing churches in America.