Testimonials

We’re grateful to have testimonials from some of our LGM Fellows – take a listen!

At Linden Grove Ministries, we believe in the transformative power of intentional mentorship. Our cohorts are designed to help church leaders grow in wisdom, confidence, and compassion as they carry out their ministries. Below, you'll hear firsthand stories from individuals whose lives have been deeply impacted by their journey with us.

Hear from our community

  • "In order to be a successful pastor, I have to be a pastor who’s accountable, not just to God, but to other people. I can trust my mentor at LGM. I can confide in him. I can be honest, and he won’t think I’m all messed up. If you don’t have that, there’s no way you can do pastoral work effectively or efficiently."

    — a pastor mentee

  • "As a mentor, Matt was able to bring years of wisdom in decision-making into the details as he helped me navigate, which was so helpful. He provided many answers to the question of, “What in the world am I supposed to do?"

    — a pastor mentee

  • "One way my personal hours have helped is by providing a safe space for reflection, prayer, and encouragement. After opening up to my mentor and receiving her words of encouragement and prayer, I experienced a profound sense of relief."

    — a mentee

  • "When I feel unworthy to be in ministry, or I feel reading Scripture is a burden, this cohort has helped me see more things as God drawing me to himself, rather than weighty burdens I need to "grin and bear it" through."

    — a pastor mentee

  • "It has really enforced and encouraged the work that I do. Ministry can be so discouraging, it is easy to get unmoored spiritually and emotionally. Jay's teaching really helps quell that, for myself and my wife."

    — a mentee

  • "My mentorship experience with LGM has been transformative and deeply impactful. The intentional guidance and encouragement I have received have not only strengthened me spiritually but also equipped me with practical ways to navigate the unique challenges of ministry."

    — a mentee

  • "One way the instructions provided in my cohort have helped in our ministry is by equipping me with practical insights, through the cohort's guidance, I have learned how to address the unique challenges faced by believers and emerging leaders in our region."

    — a mentee

  • "It has helped me think carefully about my marriage in light of my ministry — making me think carefully about how I care for my wife as I serve."

    — a mentee

  • "I'm currently going through a period of uncertainty concerning the specifics of what to pursue in my pastoral ministry. Linden Grove is helping me develop a gospel-centered framework to address this issue, both through the counsel of my mentor and in discussion with brothers and sisters who share a similar calling."

    — RT: church planter, up-and-coming theologian

  • "I have been encouraged to prioritize ministry based on what Jesus is teaching me and asking me to do, instead of what I think is important."

    — a mentee

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