Life Is Better Together…
And So Is Learning
A cohort is a small group learning environment led by experts in a particular ministry field. Typically ranging from 3-10 attendees (maximum in most cohorts is 10), these learning experiences include both high level and practically engaging sessions that will grow your leadership and deepen your ministry.
SGN cohorts vary in length and format depending on the topic to best serve the members of the cohort. New cohorts will be added throughout the year so check back regularly for the latest updates.
Cohort pricing varies depending on the length of cohort. ALL ACCESS members may join any cohort at no additional cost. All cohort applicants are asked to commit to participating fully for the complete duration of the cohort to maximize the community learning value and benefit for all the members.
Longevity in Ministry
How to Stay Committed When Life Gets Tough
This will be a 4-week Cohort Discussion on how to survive and thrive in full-time ministry for the long haul. We will cover recognizing the signs of burnout, how to find a life mentor, building safeguards into your daily routine, finding a healthy work/life balance, and sustaining your relationship with Christ when serving the church gets hard.
Dates: September 2025 – Thursdays for 4 weeks ~ 60 minutes per session
Women In Church Leadership
Grow your leadership presence, identify your strengths, and overcome barriers to move forward into your ministry calling with greater clarity and confidence.
- 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31, 11/14*. (No session on 11/7)
- 6 weekly group sessions (75 min length)
- 1 Individual coaching session per person
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Subscribe To ALL ACCESS
Get access to EVERY cohort plus all courses with SGN ALL ACCESS for $49 a month or $490 a year.
- All digital events including Cohorts and Open Office Hours
- All online courses
- Half off in person events and conferences
- Churchwide license. For one price, everyone at your church has all of the benefits
Longevity in Ministry
How to Stay Committed When Life Gets Tough
Dates: Thursdays starting September 2025 – 4 weeks – 60 min per session
This will be a 4-week Cohort Discussion on how to survive and thrive in full-time ministry for the long haul. We will cover recognizing the signs of burnout, how to find a life mentor, building safeguards into your daily routine, finding a healthy work/life balance, and sustaining your relationship with Christ when serving the church gets hard.
Cost: $199
This is a cohort designed just for you. You’ll learn…
- to improve your Work/Life balance
- To recognize signs of burnout.
- To Stay grounded
This cohort is great for any ministry leader who may be struggling with the day to day life of full time ministry.
- A Safe Place to be Real
- How to Know When it’s Time to Move On
- Not Running Too Far Ahead of Your Spouse
Cost: $199
Surviving To Thriving - Women In Leadership Cohort
Core skills for women in church leadership
You are not alone. Leading as a female church leader comes with unique challenges. Join a small group of ministry sisters to grow together through discussions, self-reflection exercises, and real-life scenarios. Topics include developing authentic leadership presence, overcoming barriers, stewarding influence, managing relationships up, down, and across the organization, communicating effectively, and cultivating a wholistic work-life rhythm.
Cost: $299
Some topics we will address together:
- Developing an authentic leadership presence
- Identifying spheres of leadership influence and exercising appropriate authority
- Overcoming imposter syndrome and other false narratives
- Growing in self-awareness and self-confidence
- Communicating effectively in various settings
- Navigating gender stereotypes and micro-aggressions with truth and grace
- Developing a healthy and sustainable work-life rhythm.
- Caring for your soul in the trenches of ministry
About Carolyn Taketa:
Carolyn Taketa is an ICF-certified leadership coach and ministry consultant with 30+ years of combined experience as a pastor, executive team member, litigation attorney, speaker, writer, and SGN podcast host. She has initiated, implemented, and led all aspects of small groups ministry at Calvary Community Church in Westlake Village, California, for 17+ years. Carolyn helps leaders move from where they are to where they want to be. She also teaches cohorts on emotional intelligence, women in ministry, and life transitions. She has been married for 30 years and loves to learn from her two young adult daughters. https://
Starting October 3rd – Thursdays at 9:30am -10:45 am PST
Format:
- Between 6-12 cohort members
- 6 confidential and supportive group sessions (75 minutes each)
- + 1 personal coaching session designing a personalized plan.
- Interactive sessions with teaching, discussions, and exercises
- All applicants are asked to commit to participating fully for the complete duration of the cohort to maximize the community learning value and benefit for all the members.
Cost: $299
Carolyn Taketa
Certified Leadership Development Coach & Small Groups Ministry Consultant
