“Your life has a depth and purpose that cannot be revealed in a moment in time; it must be journeyed into with one discovery leading into the next”

-Gary Barkalow (from It’s Your Call)

We Are Here For You

We invite you to join us in our mission to glorify God by multiplying leaders and multiplying churches. Our goal is to create healthy, vibrant communities that welcome and nurture new and growing faith commitments to Jesus. Together, we can make a lasting impact and spread the love and teachings of Christ.

Come be a part of this transformative journey!

Testimonials

  • Coram Deo training for me was one of the greatest experiences I have had. Today I have a deeper relationship with Jesus.

    Jeff Knouse, Pastor

    First Reformed Church, Sully, Iowa

  • "I'm so grateful for Coram Deo because I get to "do" ministry while also beginning what I can only imagine is a life of learning."

    Klay Korver, Lead Pastor

    Third Reformed Church, Pella, IA

  • "My mentors invested in my personal growth and formed my understanding of gospel humility and gospel confidence."

    Lindsey Burkey, Pastor of Worship and Congregational Life

    Rosewood Reformed Church, Grand Rapids, MI

  • pastor, coram deo candidate

    "Coram Deo training has given me so much more in pursuing my call, have helped me to go beyond head knowledge to having the practical abilities to do ministry."

    Heath DeJong, Pastor and Farmer

    First Reformed Church, Sibley, IA

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We offer a range of leadership development opportunities specifically designed for church settings. These options encompass workshops, classes, certification tracks, as coaching and mentoring for leaders within the church community spanning from lay volunteers and ministry groups, to pastoral teams, elders and top level leadership roles.

  • We believe in meeting leaders where they are, so we provide a flexible blend of delivery models including in-person regional training hubs, live online courses, on-demand video modules, and personalized coaching. This allows us to effectively train leaders no matter their location or schedule.

  • Sure thing! We're dedicated, to making sure money doesn't get in the way. Besides offering prices we provide scholarships, grants matched by churches, payment plans without interest and help, with finding financial aid options. Just give us a shout if you need any help.

  • Rather than just checking boxes for credit hours, our benchmark is whether leaders can demonstrate the key competencies needed for faithful and effective ministry leadership. We use learning portfolios, competency assessments by mentors/supervisors, and evaluation against our leadership competency framework.

  • We take a comprehensive view of leadership development that encompasses the whole person - mind, heart, soul, and strength. Our programs nurture intellectual and spiritual growth, character formation, practical skills, and an outward focus on mission and service.

  • From the start, we work closely with each church's denomination or network to build our training programs around their specific competency requirements for leadership credentialing and ordination. Our goal is a seamless process that equips leaders while checking all the boxes for certification.

  • Our competency-based approach ensures leaders gain robust biblical/theological knowledge while also getting hands-on experience applying that knowledge in real-world ministry contexts. In addition to coursework, we incorporate mentoring relationships, internships, and learning covenants with local churches.

Excited, about exploring God’s Calling in Your life?

We are thrilled about the opportunity to connect with individuals like yourself. If you are keen on exploring church leadership, we warmly welcome you to share your contact details. Our team is eager to get in touch and start this journey together offering guidance as you discover God’s purpose, for your life and ministry. We can't wait to walk alongside you!