You might find this shocking…
After surveying thousands of pastors in America, a recent study shows 42% of full-time pastors have given “real, serious consideration” to quitting ministry. And this trend isn’t unique to ministry — Christian leaders in business are facing the same quiet burnout.
Given this reality, our desire is to equip young couples — in ministry and business alike — to lead from a place of rest and to cultivate core family values early in their career and calling, believing that Sabbath rhythms and soul-health create space for the transformative work of the Holy Spirit.
01. The Reality
There are 4 foundational issues causing the burnout crisis that we see in the Christian leadership today…
The Isolation
When your workplace doubles as your place of worship and your boss is also your pastor, young ministry leaders often feel there’s no safe space for vulnerable conversations, causing them to suffer in silence until it’s too late.
The Acceleration
Most charismatically gifted leaders lack essential skills in time management, priority setting, and rest rhythms. As the demands of leading accelerate, so does their anxiety and unhealthy coping habits.
The Elevation
We elevate gifted individuals to leadership before they’ve learned self-leadership. When the demands of the role exceed their inner capacity, they find themselves in positions their souls can’t sustain.
The Foundation
Many couples can articulate the mission of their church or company but struggle to define their own family’s core values. Without this foundation, their families become the sacrifice for their success.
02. The Result
When leaders lack the spiritual formation to handle the pressures of their calling, they overcompensate with charisma and giftedness. But eventually it all breaks down — leaving marriages in shambles, families broken, and damaging the very people they were called to lead.
- Anxiety & Depression
- Addiction
- Theological Drift
- Divorce
- Abandonment of the Faith
- Embezzlement
- Infidelity
- Spiritual Abuse
- Sexual Misconduct
- Suicide
03. Our Response
While our hearts grieve every family affected by soul neglect, we believe that we can fight this sabotage cycle by equipping young leaders with the tools and insights they need today to leave a godly legacy of faith tomorrow.
We accomplish this by inviting young couples on a transformational journey through rejuvenating retreats, monthly cohort calls, and building like-minded community with colleagues who are on the same journey to find wholeness in marriage, family life, and ministry.