Pastoral leadership transitions require more than filling a role—they call for intentional planning that protects vision, legacy, and mission. Shepherd Staff’s SuccessionSherpa® workshop offers churches a relational, customized approach to church succession planning. Guided by experienced facilitators like Will Heath, a national voice in pastoral succession, the process begins by understanding your church’s culture, leadership heritage, and future goals.

Through an immersive, on-site experience, we help your team design a custom church succession program that fits your context. The 45-point assessment provides clarity on culture, organizational health, and team effectiveness. Together we build a clear succession pathway with milestones, roles, and communication planning to guide the transition.

With ongoing leadership transition support, your Succession Guide offers coaching and accountability as you move from planning to implementation. Churches gain clarity, unity, and confidence—emerging ready to steward leadership changes with integrity and forward momentum. If your church is preparing for a handoff or future transition, SuccessionSherpa® helps you plan with confidence and care.