The Hub for Pastoral and Ministry Flourishing

Our mission is to help pastors and ministry leaders thrive.

We believe the local church is the hope of the world. Neighborhoods with healthy churches are better equipped to navigate the complexities of our time and care for the needs of their communities.

Whether it is St. Johns or the Interstate Bridge that links Portland and Vancouver, the Northwest depends on its bridges. A bridge is a pathway over a barrier or obstacle that is keeping us from our destination. At The Hub, we believe that each leader, church, and community is unique. Our desire is to provide a concierge approach to each relationship, walking alongside local church and ministry leaders—listening to their needs and offering personalized support to help them overcome whatever barrier is in their way.

What We Offer

The Pacific Northwest is known for its beauty, coffee, food scene, and for being on the leading edge of the post-Christian frontier. Some have claimed that the PNW is 20 years ahead of the rest of the country on the secularization curve. So, it is no surprise that ministering in the PNW can be challenging.

Coaching
For more than 10 years, we have helped churches and para-church organizations overcome barriers to growth, increase in health, and remain on mission. Avoiding a “one size fits all” approach, our team has led single or multi-day strategic planning retreats, provided merger and adoption support, designed staff unity/harmony plans, managed succession and transition initiatives, led board and governance trainings, and oversaw finance and human resources support.

Connection
The list of things that are trying to separate us feels like it is exponentially growing. From algorithms to echo chambers, the forces at work attempting to isolate and separate us are powerful. We desire to remain UnFractured in our commitment to fight to remain unified in Jesus. From one-on-ones over coffee, to monthly pastor gatherings, to retreats and conferences, we know we are always better when we are together.

Care
Healthy churches start with healthy pastors. One of the best ways to strengthen the church is by supporting its leaders with the care and resources they need. Being a pastor on the post-Christian frontier can feel overwhelming, isolating, or make someone hesitant to seek help. Whether it’s rest, guidance, or practical help, we provide direct support or, in some cases, collaborate with experts and partners to make sure pastors have what they need to flourish in life and ministry.

Our Process

The Hub
The Hub is where the journey of coaching, connection, or care begins. A member of our team will walk you through a personalized assessment designed to understand your needs and identify any current or potential obstacles. Then, together, we create a customized care plan to address current realities and navigate to your preferred future.

It’s more than a process—it’s a relationship with a peer who helps plot a course toward mission fulfillment, connection, and health.

The Spokes
The Spokes are the trusted resources we use —from counseling to organizational or ministry coaching to spiritual direction or leadership cohorts. Support comes from both our team and our partners who are subject matter experts across the PNW.

Leadership
A number of years ago, the Elders of our church recognized that mission fulfillment could also be achieved by helping other churches and para-church organizations grow in health and in their ability to expand the Kingdom of God. Our team is made up of seasoned church leaders in the Portland area. Men and women who share a passion to see pastors flourish and churches thrive. Each of them has a heart for the PNW and want to see our communities reflect Jesus and be known as places of hope, love, grace, and peace.

Leadership

Our leadership team has over 100 years of combined and eﬀective leadership in the Portland area. We are leaders with longevity who share a passion to see pastors flourish and churches thrive. We also love our city and believe Jesus does too. We each have a track record as trusted leaders that Pastors in our city respect and are currently learning from. We are committed to doing more.

Chris Yarco

Chris has served as the Lead Executive for a multi-site church in Portland since 2006 and specializes in providing organizational coaching, strategic planning, and pastoral support.

Ben Thomas

Ben has been a pastor for over 25 years. He focuses on leadership development and coaching, and loves fostering personal, spiritual, and professional growth.

John Rosensteel

John has been a pastor for over 30 years. He understands and cares deeply for those who have committed themselves to full-time ministry, specializing in spiritual direction and maintaining wholeness.

Carolyn Lu

Carolyn has been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 25 years and pastored for 11 years. She delights in coming alongside people as they integrate faith with their lived experience.

Rick McKinley

Rick is an author and founding pastor of Imago Dei Community in Portland, Oregon. His expertise supports ministry leaders through a unique combination of living on mission and forming healthy leadership practices.

Josh Grant

Josh has been an executive pastor for over 25 years, specializing in organizational development, strategic planning, and helping leaders bring out the best in their teams.

Start your journey toward flourishing

Reach out today—we’ll walk with you toward renewed strength, clarity, and thriving leadership.