2026-2027 Pastoral Cohort
In 2021 Dave Wiedis and Tucker Else began to pray and craft a vision for a closed, private pastoral cohort that would create space for mutual learning, accountability, community, and a deeper dive into topics pertinent to pastoral and personal health.
Together, these pastors create a safe atmosphere where they can honestly share their own experiences and struggles and develop healthy strategies to address issues important to each person. ServingLeaders desires to see pastors equipped, known, and connected to other ministry leaders on a more intimate level.
The 2026-2027 Pastoral Cohort registration is now open.
What to expect:
Monthly Gatherings – We’ll meet as a group of 8–10 pastors, once a month for 8 months (October 2026 – May 2027), from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, including a shared lunch.
Each meeting includes teaching on a core topic, group discussion, space for individual coaching, and meaningful connection.
A One-Day Guided Sabbath Retreat – A time to rest, play, and enjoy creativity and fellowship together.
Optional Marriage Workshop – Offered at a significantly discounted rate, should you and your spouse wish to participate.
General Topics covered in 2026-27
Leadership
Understanding your Inherited Past
Relationships
Self-Awareness
$995 before June 30th 2026 $1195 through September 30, 2026
Monthly payment option available: Don’t let finances be a barrier—we have limited scholarship funds available.
What Pastors have been saying:
"ServingLeaders led this cohort through the vulnerability of their leaders, Dave and Tucker, which allowed the rest of us pastors to be honest about how we were coming into the space. It’s a fantastic place for pastors to come and talk through these ruling passions that are problem areas for everyone, but for pastors, sharing vulnerably with church leaders and congregants isn’t always welcomed or well-received. The cohort was like heart education, where we learned more about ourselves and sought change and repentance together.”
— Pastor Paul Reader
“The cohort was absolutely amazing. If a pastor does not have people walking with him outside his church community, you have got to find it. It gives you the perspective you desperately need.” Pastor Matt Pilla
“The cohort had an incredible impact on me. It offered a space for ministry leaders and pastors like myself to sit around a table, sharing about similar, common issues in our lives and our churches and listen to Dave and Tucker provide Godly, timely wisdom. We were all in it together. It was invaluable.” Pastor Todd Madonna
Questions? Talk to us! We’d love to hear from you and see if the pastoral cohort is the right fit.