Every parish has its own story, culture, strengths, and challenges. That means the work we do together should be shaped by your particular context rather than pulled from a one-size-fits-all playbook.
Some engagements begin with a clearly defined need: a newcomer pathway that isn’t working, a stewardship strategy that needs fresh energy, a ministry that has lost momentum, or a leadership structure that needs to be refined.
Altar & Field offers custom consulting engagements designed around specific questions unique to your context. Together, we clarify what’s happening, identify what matters most, and develop practical strategies your parish can actually put into practice.
SCHEDULE A CALL TO DISCUSS A CUSTOM SCOPE & INVESTMENT.
Consulting & Strategy
On Site Consultations
A customized, in-person engagement with clergy and lay leaders.
Half Day | Beginning at $850
Full Day | Beginning at $1500
A Place to Begin
Not every parish needs a custom engagement. Sometimes you need a fresh set of eyes, a focused conversation, or dedicated time to work through a particular challenge. These offerings are designed to be useful in almost any parish and can stand alone or be added to a custom proposal.
Fresh Lens - $425
Think of this as an old-school secret shopper. What is it really like to worship at your church for the first time? Fresh Lens begins with a review of your digital presence - your website, social media, and weekly communications - followed by an in-person Sunday visit to assess the full experience from a guest’s perspective. From signage and bulletins to liturgy and coffee hour, we will observe what visitors actually encounter, not just what you hope they do.
Following my visit, you will receive a detailed report with affirmations, observations, and actionable steps you can take to strengthen hospitality, enhance worship, and ensure visitor experiences reflect the heart of your congregation. My evaluation is rooted in the belief that churches of all sizes, budgets, and churchmanship can offer worship where Christ is made known, hearts are renewed, and people are commissioned for faithful Gospel ministry in the world.
Travel expenses and 1-2 night accommodations (depending on distance) are not included.
Optional one-hour coaching call to review your report and plan next steps: $125.
This is where we roll up our sleeves and tackle the issue (or two) keeping you up at night. Mastermind sessions are designed for an individual or team who need space to think deeply, wrestle honestly, and map out a way forward. Each session is tailored to your context and goals. I’ll bring guiding questions, honest perspective, and practical tools you can use to strengthen, streamline, or experiment in faithful ways.
Mastermind topics might include:
Creating core words for your vision
Developing a stewardship theme
Innovating new ministries that align with your mission (and figuring out which ministries need a good Christian burial)
Breaking plateaus and preparing your congregation for what comes next
Reimagining Sunday mornings
Discerning with a couple whether a job transition is coming down the pike
Because Mastermind sessions thrive on depth and trust, groups are limited to 3–4 people.
Mastermind Session - $450
Not sure where to begin?
Schedule a call, tell me what’s happening in your parish, and we’ll figure out the right place to start.