Track 1: Emotionally Aware Leadership

Track 1 with Center for Pastoral Effectiveness of the Rockies
In partnership with Bill Selby of the Center
for Pastoral Effectiveness of the Rockies.

Pastoral leadership is deeply rewarding, but also emotionally demanding. Many pastors find themselves overwhelmed, discouraged or simply running on empty.

But what if ministry felt lighter? More joyful? More sustainable?

What if you could lead with more freedom, courage and connection?

“Leadership is an emotional process.” – Edwin Friedman

What Is Track 1?

Emotionally Aware Leadership is self-differentiated leadership. Track 1 is a two-year journey for clergy who are ready to lead from a place of grounded emotional and spiritual awareness.

This is not a quick fix or how-to manual. It’s a transformational journey of leadership grounded in emotional awareness and spiritual resilience.

This two-year, confidential clergy group will help you:

  • Recognize emotional patterns in yourself and others
  • Respond with intention rather than reactivity
  • Reclaim your agency and integrity
  • Cultivate a courageous, connected faith community

If non-clergy groups are interested in this program, please contact Chris Waddle today!

Program Format

This cohort-based experience includes:

  • Six 3-day retreats over the course of 18 months
  • Confidential, supportive peer connection
  • Grounded teachings based on the work of Bill Selby, Director of the Center for Pastoral Effectiveness of the Rockies
  • Facilitation by Chris Waddle, Director of Leadership and Spiritual Life at Mind & Spirit Counseling Center
Details & Cost
  • Cost: $2,400
  • Payment Options: Pay one retreat at a time, pay yearly or pay in full upfront
  • CEU credits available
  • Start Date: We hope to begin in October 2025, but we will start once 6 or more participants are committed
Questions?

Ready to Learn More?

This may be the invitation your spirit has been waiting for.

If you’re interested in participating or simply want to learn more, complete our short interest form. Chris will follow up with you personally.