Achieve church growth with less headaches and heartaches.
Is your church feeling a bit stuck in its current season… and you’re not sure what your next steps should be?
A pastor’s role is a complex one. You’re constantly juggling multiple responsibilities, and it’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day.
Between growing attendance, preparing sermons, maintaining regulatory compliance, raising finances, and everything in between… the job is never done. And the burden can feel heavy.
You do not have to walk this journey alone.
I help pastors get unstuck and grow a healthy, multi-generational church.
If you are looking to develop more leaders in your church, navigate through a period of transition, or are simply looking to take your growth to the next level, let’s get you moving towards a better future.
In 12 months we have seen 33% growth in our church due to John’s recommendations.
Ps Chris Carmody
Church on Tarwin, Australia
Choose Your Pathway To Healthy Growth
After 40 years of ministry experience, I understand the many demands on your time and attention. That’s why I have created multiple pathways for working with me, so you can choose the level of commitment that suits you best.
If you’re looking for an overwhelm-free, practical journey into your next season of growth, I encourage you to browse the pathways available to you.
Choose Your Pathway To Healthy Growth
After 40 years of ministry experience, I understand the many demands on your time and attention. That’s why I have created multiple pathways for working with me, so you can choose the level of commitment that suits you best.
If you’re looking for an overwhelm-free, practical journey into your next season of growth, I encourage you to browse the pathways available to you.
“John gave us simple, practical tips”
Ps Carl and Jessica Mutzelburg
Catalyst Church, Australia
“The consult gave me fresh ideas”
Ps Mel Marshall
C3 Church Watson, Australia
What season are you currently in, Pastor?
THE HUB
Step-by-step road maps and team training tools for rapid progress.
Go at your own pace with The Hub, the ultimate resource to lead you step-by-step through your biggest challenges. Inside you’ll find roadmaps that lead you from Point A to B in clear and pragmatic steps, as well as team training resources that bring your leaders along with you.
THE HUB
Step-by-step road maps and team training tools for rapid progress.
Go at your own pace with The Hub, the ultimate resource to lead you step-by-step through your biggest challenges. Inside you’ll find roadmaps that lead you from Point A to B in clear and pragmatic steps, as well as team training resources that bring your leaders along with you.
THE GETAWAY CONSULT
Step away for an elevated view of your church’s direction – and your own!
Join John for a private 3-day retreat in beautiful Scarborough Beach to deep dive into your church’s strengths and areas for growth. You’ll walk back into your ministry refreshed, with confidence and clarity on your next steps forward.
THE GETAWAY CONSULT
Step away for an elevated view of your church’s direction – and your own!
Join John for a private 3-day retreat in beautiful Scarborough Beach to deep dive into your church’s strengths and areas for growth. You’ll walk back into your ministry refreshed, with confidence and clarity on your next steps forward.
SPRINT COACHING
Gain rapid progress in one key area of growth over the next 90 days.
Sprint Coaching is designed to help you gain momentum in 1 key area of your church’s growth over a 90 day period. You’ll receive the right tools and resources to move forward with absolute clarity, and be supported by a small group of peers who are on the same journey as you.
SPRINT COACHING
Gain rapid progress in one key area of growth over the next 90 days.
Sprint Coaching is designed to help you gain momentum in 1 key area of your church’s growth over a 90 day period. You’ll receive the right tools and resources to move forward with absolute clarity, and be supported by a small group of peers who are on the same journey as you.
THE SUCCESSION PLAN
Successfully navigate the complexities of pastoral transition.
Structured guidance to ensure a smooth transition into the church’s new season of leadership. My proven framework helps churches avoid the common pitfalls in succession planning that can result in church decline after handover.
THE SUCCESSION PLAN
Successfully navigate the complexities of pastoral transition.
Structured guidance to ensure a smooth transition into the church’s new season of leadership. My proven framework helps churches avoid the common pitfalls in succession planning that can result in church decline after handover.
“John exceeded our expectations”
Ps Tim Rowlands
Festival Church, UK
“I feel so encouraged all over again”
Ps Brian Webber
C3 Church Devonport, Australia
Read and Listen to John’s books
John’s books provide actionable insights for growing leaders, sustainable personal rhythms, succession, effective preaching, maximising Sunday services, financial intelligence and more.
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About John Finkelde
With 40 years of ministry experience, John has done it all when it comes to leading a healthy church.
As lead pastor at C3 Church Hepburn Heights, John led the church through generational renewal that saw it grow, while also planting a new church every three years and moving to a purpose-built, multi-million dollar worship centre.
In 2012, John founded Grow a Healthy Church and has conducted 170+ on-site and online church consults in Australia, UK, Europe, and NZ to glowing reviews.
“Through Christ’s grace, I have helped churches improve their health, grow numerically, increase their volunteer numbers, develop stronger connections with visitors, raise more money, and build strong leadership pipelines. I’m looking forward to providing you with the clarity and encouragement you need to lead your church into a healthy future.”
John Finkelde
About John Finkelde
With 40 years of ministry experience, John has done it all when it comes to leading a healthy church.
As lead pastor at C3 Church Hepburn Heights, John led the church through generational renewal that saw it grow, while also planting a new church every three years and moving to a purpose-built, multi-million dollar worship centre.
In 2012, John founded Grow a Healthy Church and has conducted 170+ on-site and online church consults in Australia, UK, Europe, and NZ to glowing reviews.
“Through Christ’s grace, I have helped churches improve their health, grow numerically, increase their volunteer numbers, develop stronger connections with visitors, raise more money, and build strong leadership pipelines. I’m looking forward to providing you with the clarity and encouragement you need to lead your church into a healthy future.”
John Finkelde
Learn and Connect
As we followed the recommendations, the number of adults serving in our church grew from 52% to 81%.
Ps Ian Borkent
C3 Rivers Church, Netherlands
Join 170+ pastors and church leaders in The Hub, the ultimate resource to lead you through your biggest challenges.
Inside you’ll find roadmaps that lead you from Point A to B in clear and pragmatic steps, as well as team training resources that bring your leaders along with you.
The Hub helps you move past your roadblocks faster, and grow your church with more ease than trying to figure it all out on your own.
It’s like having your own experienced growth mentor available 24/7.
Join 170+ pastors and church leaders in The Hub, the ultimate resource to lead you through your biggest challenges.
Inside you’ll find roadmaps that lead you from Point A to B in clear and pragmatic steps, as well as team training resources that bring your leaders along with you.
The Hub helps you move past your roadblocks faster, and grow your church with more ease than trying to figure it all out on your own.
It’s like having your own experienced growth mentor available 24/7.
