Coaching is a ministry of accompaniment and encouragement.
Discover more with our Introduction Videos and Testimonials.
ELCA COACHING WELCOMES YOU
Coaches connect dreams
to concrete actions
that create change for
individuals and congregations.
OUR STORY
The Coaching movement in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) began over 15 years ago in an attempt to empower and equip congregational mission developers in their work. Today, the movement is working to actively raise up and deploy coaches in synods across the ELCA to empower the vitality of leaders and congregations everywhere.
COACHING IS...
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A question-driven conversation.
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A relationship with a purpose.
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A tool to facilitate change.
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A way to make disciples.
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Focused on the client.
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Designed for discovery.
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Support for people going somewhere.
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A great way to make a difference.
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Built on listening, questioning, and taking action.
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Who you are, not just what you do.
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Not for everyone, only for people who want to change.
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Powerful on the surface, but also at the core.
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Designed for growth, not just results.
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Oriented around listening, not just questions.
COACHING TRANSFORMS LIFE AND MINISTRY THROUGH...
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A strong listening posture combined with powerful questions
COACHING BRINGS LASTING CHANGE BY...
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Helping clients discover and live into their God-given potential
HOW CAN WE EMPOWER YOU?
REQUEST A COACH
Simply fill out this form to let us know who you are and what your unique needs are, and our Coaching Coordinator will contact you with options. Please provide any details that would be helpful in selecting a coach best suited for you.
You are welcome to include a preferred coach’s name when making your request. You can also let us know if you have a gender preference for your desired coach.