Online Preaching Cohort for Pastors and Church Leaders
Grow Together in Faithful, Fruitful Preaching
The Online Preaching Cohort from The Rephidim Project is an online preaching training experience for pastors and church leaders who want to grow in faithful, effective, expository preaching. This pastor‑to‑pastor cohort provides sermon feedback, preaching coaching, and peer accountability—all within a trusted community and without leaving your ministry context.
Rooted in the biblical call to “practice these things… so that all may see your progress” (1 Timothy 4:15), this cohort helps pastors make visible, long‑term progress in preaching through structured evaluation, theological reflection, and mutual encouragement.
What Is the Online Preaching Cohort?
The Online Preaching Cohort is an online preaching program for pastors and an accelerated version of our in‑person preaching cohorts. It uses the same proven curriculum focused on expository preaching, sermon development, and pastoral growth, now accessible wherever you serve.
Over the course of eight months, participants meet once per month for focused, hands‑on work around preaching. Each cohort meeting lasts three hours and centers on:
- Sermon feedback and evaluation of a recorded sermon submitted by one cohort member
- Peer coaching for pastors grounded in Scripture and pastoral theology
- Guided discussion shaped by our shared preaching curriculum and required reading
This is not an online preaching course or lecture series. It is a working preaching cohort where pastors grow by practicing, reflecting, and sharpening one another through real sermons preached in real ministry contexts.
Why Pastors Join This Online Preaching Cohort
Many pastors search for preaching help, sermon feedback, or preaching coaching for pastors because preaching can be isolating work. The Online Preaching Cohort exists to meet that need by offering:
Preaching Coaching for Pastors
Receive thoughtful, pastor‑to‑pastor coaching that helps you strengthen clarity, faithfulness to the text, and Christ‑centered application.
Meaningful Sermon Feedback
Unlike generic sermon advice, feedback in this cohort comes from fellow pastors who understand the weight, responsibility, and joy of weekly preaching.
Long‑Term Growth in Expository Preaching
An eight‑month structure allows time for habits to form, blind spots to surface, and genuine progress in preaching to take shape.
Online and Ministry‑Friendly
All sessions are held online via Microsoft Teams, making this preaching cohort accessible to pastors regardless of location.
Online Preaching Cohort Details
- Format: Online preaching cohort (Microsoft Teams)
- Duration: 8 months
- Meeting Frequency: Once per month
- Session Length: 3 hours
- Cohort Size: Limited to 7 pastors
- Cost: Free (all preaching resources provided)
- Requirements:
- Completion of pre‑cohort assignments
- Reading from a selected preaching textbook
- Submission of a recorded sermon for peer evaluation
Because space is limited, pastors may be placed on a waitlist for future online preaching cohorts.
Seminary Credit for Pastors
Pastors who desire formal recognition may earn college or seminary credit through New England Bible College and Seminary upon successful completion of all cohort requirements. This makes the cohort suitable for pastors seeking continuing education in preaching as well as practical ministry growth.
Who This Preaching Cohort Is For
This online preaching cohort is designed for:
- Pastors and church leaders who preach regularly
- Preachers seeking sermon feedback and preaching coaching
- Pastors committed to expository preaching and biblical faithfulness
- Church leaders who want sustained growth, not quick tips
- Pastors longing for community with others who take preaching seriously
Apply to the Online Preaching Cohort
If you are looking for an online preaching cohort, preaching coaching for pastors, or sermon feedback from trusted peers, we invite you to apply.
Email David Christensen at david.christensen@rephidimproject.org if you are interested
Review the Microsoft Teams computer requirements to ensure a smooth online experience
Space is limited. Apply early to secure your place or join the waitlist.
The Rephidim Project exists to strengthen pastors who proclaim God’s Word through faithful, expository preaching. We would be honored to walk with you in this season of growth.
