The Integrated Life of a Leader

“We all said good-bye to our partial and piecemeal lives... We entered into a large and integrated life in which He has the final say in everything … refreshed and sustained at one fountain.” —1 Corinthians 12:12, MSG

A flourishing life and sustainable ministry means paying attention to every area of life, and to all seasons of ministry. Our current efforts are focused in the areas where our Vineyard pastors have indicated top needs:

Physical & Recreational

For pastors, this cohort invites you into a transformational journey physically, emotionally and recreationally. With personalized fitness and nutrition coaching paired with mentoring and spiritual practices, you’ll experience life-changing community and rhythms to sustain your ministry for the long-haul.

Financial

VUSA has developed an initiative for financial education and support, which is funded by the Lilly Endowment. Our next 2-year learning journey begins in 2025.

Emotional

Emotionally Focused weekend intensives and months-long courses provide a robust and reflective transformation process of looking at both who you’ve become and what hinders you from becoming the person you want to be.

Spiritual

This cohort pursues an integrated approach to spiritual health — unpacking the state of your soul, how God made you, what brings joy, and what detracts from your journey as a soul before Jesus. You will be rested and restored in safe spaces of community and formation.

Relational

Our Integrated Relational Health cohort is being formed to pursue health, joy, and depth in the most treasured and tender relationships. Through safe spaces and expert resources, we’ll do the hard work of attending to our most important relationships and be refreshed as children deeply loved by their Father.

All Ministry Seasons and Phases

A leader’s needs shift throughout the stages of ministry.

Beginnings

The first 5 years of planting a church or stepping into a ministry are challenging—and formative in the way a leader sets rhythms and intentionality with how they live, lead, and build a church.

Formation & Fruit

VUSA desires a culture of ongoing soul care and healthy rhythms for its pastors. We want our pastors to regularly have someone checking “under the hood of the car” for any areas of concern or needed healing.

Transitions

We desire to provide support and care as pastors discern ministry calling, enter ministry, shift ministries, and transfer ministries responsibilities to new leaders.

Vineyard USA has developed networks of coaches and spiritual directors who are available to come alongside pastors and ministry leaders in any season. Coaches help you develop goals, and spiritual directors guide you as you connect with God, discern His voice, and form your inner life with Him.