Empowering Church Leadership

Expert consulting services for dioceses and organizations, fostering growth through coaching and strategic planning.

Executive Coaching

Empowering church leaders through tailored executive coaching and support

Executive coaching is a collaborative relationship between a coach and an executive. The coach works with the executive to develop personalized solutions that are tailored to their needs. Coaching sessions can be conducted virtually or in person. Synodal Consulting utilizes the prayerful method of "conversations in the Spirit" to assist in the coaching process.

Unlocking Potential

Helping Church and not for profit executives achieve their goals and unlock their potential.

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Improving Performance

Assisting Church leaders and not for profit executives to improve their performance, leadership, and management skills.

Working with Church leaders and not for profit executives to identify their strengths and weaknesses, as well as recognize biases and blind spots.

Developing Self-awareness
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a fireworks is lit up in the dark sky
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black wooden dock

Board Development

Synodal Consulting specializes in strengthening the leadership capacity of religious and nonprofit boards including diocesan and parish councils. With a deep understanding of governance, organizational mission, and group dynamics, we provide tailored support to help boards and councils function with clarity, collaboration, and purpose.

Our approach emphasizes collaboration, mission alignment, and practical skill-building so that nonprofit boards and church councils not only meet their fiduciary and governance obligations but also serve as inspiring leaders for their organizations and communities.

Effective Meeting Practices

Coaching leaders and members on how to design and run productive meetings that foster participation, clear decision-making, and accountability.

Orientation & Training for New Members

Helping new board or council members understand their responsibilities, organizational mission, and the unique role they play in governance and leadership..

Strategic Planning Facilitation

Guiding organizations through long-term visioning, priority setting, and practical planning processes to align their work with mission and resources.

Strategic and Pastoral Planning

We assist organizations in developing effective strategic plans for growth and sustainability, ensuring alignment with their mission and vision while addressing unique challenges faced by church leadership.

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man sitting on pew chair
Environmental Reality

The first step in planning is understanding the current reality of the surrounding environment. This entails an in depth analysis of all the stakeholders as well as the economic, social, political, and ecclesial reality. We assist organizations in identifying the

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Mission and Vision

Our board training programs enhance governance skills, foster collaboration, and promote effective decision-making, equipping church leaders with the tools necessary for successful administration and leadership.

Strategic planning is a forward-looking process that involves analyzing trends and issues to align an organization's priorities. The result of strategic planning is a shared strategic plan that guides an organization's daily actions and project execution.


Consulting

Synondal Consulting partners with nonprofit and religious organizations to strengthen their internal operations and leadership capacity, ensuring long-term stability and mission effectiveness. With expertise in finance, administration, and organizational management, we provide practical guidance and tailored solutions that help leaders and staff navigate complex challenges with clarity and confidence.

Financial Consulting

Budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and financial reporting tailored to nonprofit and church contexts, with an emphasis on transparency and stewardship.

Administrative Support
Managerial Development
Leadership Consulting

Streamlining policies, procedures, and office systems to ensure efficiency, compliance, and accountability.

Coaching leaders and managers in effective delegation, communication, team development, and problem-solving.

Guiding boards, pastors, directors, and senior staff through decision-making, change management, and mission alignment.