Stepping away to
return whole
A sabbatical is more than time off; it’s a sacred invitation to rest, reorient, and be renewed in God.
Soul Matters offers sabbatical coaching for pastors and ministry leaders who want their sabbatical to be intentional, restorative, and deeply anchored in Christ.
This work is especially for you if you are:
A pastor or leader longing for shared formation
A ministry couple seeking a grounded life with God together
Someone discerning calling or navigating transition
A seeker hungry for honest, attentive community
What this invites you into
Clarify the “why” behind your sabbatical. Not only logistics, but purpose.
Discern a rhythm of rest, reflection, play, and prayer that fits your season.
Explore the state of your heart, desires, fatigue, and hopes.
Identify practices and support structures for returning
to ministry in a new way.Develop a thoughtful re-entry plan for you, your family, and your church.
