For churches & Christian organizations
Leadership Coaching & Ministry Consulting
Helping leaders grow and ministries move forward. Practical, relational support for the people and work God has entrusted to your care.

The more clearly we understand how God has made us, the better we can steward ourselves, our relationships, and the work he has given us.
Two ways to partner
People grow. Ministries flourish.
Whether you're developing a leader or need experienced help carrying a ministry project through to completion, we'll begin by understanding what's needed and defining a practical path forward. Churches are the primary focus; Christian schools and nonprofits are also welcome.
Leadership Coaching
Helping a person become more capable.
Individualized coaching for pastors, church staff, and emerging ministry leaders. We combine self-awareness, practical education, and real-world application to strengthen everyday leadership.
- 01Discovery, assessment & scope (90 min)
- 02Assessment review & development priorities
- 03–07Agreed-upon focus areas, practical application & progress review
- 08Evaluation & next steps
Focus areas might include management and supervision, delegation, staff development, running effective meetings, interpersonal leadership, organizational clarity, and personal strengths. Assessments such as DiSC or Working Genius may be used when helpful. Sessions include between-meeting assignments.
Ministry Consulting
Helping an organization accomplish something.
Some churches need help thinking through an initiative. Others need someone to do the work. I can serve as an outside advisor, project manager, or hands-on contributor—helping plan, create, and carry a defined ministry project through to completion.
- Relaunch an existing ministry or develop a new one
- Create a small-group study or churchwide campaign
- Plan and carry out events, trainings, or congregational initiatives
- Assess an existing ministry and implement changes
- Manage a launch—from timelines and materials to coordination
- Facilitate strategic planning or improve team structures and systems
We'd define the scope, what I'd be responsible for, milestones, measures of success, and a realistic cap on monthly hours. I could work alongside your team or own specific deliverables, with the aim of finishing the work and leaving your staff prepared to sustain it. Engagements would typically run 3–6 months, with a project fee or monthly retainer.
Relational in approach. Practical in purpose.
About your guide
Meet Jon Noto
I'm a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and co-owner of White Stone Counseling Resources, where managing and developing our staff is one of my primary responsibilities. Much of my counseling work has focused on pastors and other leaders, helping them build self-awareness, navigate relationships, and grow in effectiveness.
I served as an Adult Ministry Pastor at Willow Creek Community Church (2011–2017), where I oversaw staff and managed events, small-group materials and campaigns, and initiatives serving staff and the broader congregation. I've also completed 40 hours of StratOp training and facilitated collaborative strategic planning for ministry teams. I bring that hands-on ministry and management experience alongside my counseling background.
Let's begin a conversation
A leader to invest in? A ministry project to move forward?
I'd welcome the opportunity to hear what you're considering, discuss whether there's a good fit, and explore a manageable next step together.
Start a ConversationA limited number of introductory engagements are available. Coaching and consulting are separate from clinical counseling.