DR. CALEB DAVIS

Sabbatical
coaching

Rest with purpose. Return with clarity.

You need more than time off—you need space to renew your soul. Prepare your church, reconnect with God and the people you love, and return with clarity. Get support before, during, and after your sabbatical.

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Stock photograph of a peaceful mountain landscapeRest with purpose. Return with clarity.

SPACE TO REST & REFLECT

Plan the pause.
Prepare the return.

A sabbatical takes more than clearing the calendar. Make room for rest, connection with God, and time with the people you love—and think through the responsibilities you’ll hand off and return to.

I bring over two decades of ministry experience and the perspective of a pastor to these conversations. Together, we’ll shape a plan around your life, family, and church.

THE SIX-SESSION PATHWAY

Make room for
rest and renewal.

The full package follows your sabbatical from planning to re-entry. We’ll schedule the sessions around your dates.

Before · 2 sessions

Clarify the purpose, build a realistic plan, prepare your family, and work through the handoff with your church.

During · 2 sessions

Make room to reflect on rest, your relationship with God, and what you’re learning as you step back.

After · 2 sessions

Reflect on your sabbatical and prepare a healthy return. One session includes your elders to discuss re-entry and next steps.

PURPOSEFUL REST

Getting you and
your church ready.

Develop the plan.

Think through expectations, time with family, spiritual rhythms, and the practical arrangements that make it possible to step away.

I provide resources for your church, including a sabbatical policy and a guide explaining why pastors take sabbaticals, to help your elders and congregation prepare for your time away.

Return stronger.

Bring your elders into a return session so the church and pastor can discuss priorities, expectations, and what needs to carry forward.

HOW COACHING WORKS

A clear next step.

  1. 01

    Start with a free call.

    Share your dates, church context, and hopes in a free 30-minute call.

  2. 02

    Make a plan together.

    Choose a planning session or six sessions: two before, two during, and two after. Agree on dates and fees.

  3. 03

    Meet. Apply. Grow.

    Prepare, reflect, and return well. The full package includes a re-entry session with your elders.

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PRICING & OPTIONS

Choose your next step.

Start with a free 30-minute call. Choose the support that fits your goals.

A free 30-minute call

Share your situation and see whether coaching is a good fit.

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PERSONAL COACHING

Planning session

$135

per session

Start thinking through your sabbatical.

  • One 60-minute video session
  • Clarify your goals and planning questions
  • Identify a useful next step
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BEFORE · DURING · AFTER

Full sabbatical coaching

$995

total · 6 sessions

Support before, during, and after your break.

  • Six 60-minute video sessions
  • Two preparation sessions
  • Two sessions during your sabbatical
  • Two return sessions, including one with your elders
  • Church resources: a sabbatical policy and a guide on why pastors take sabbaticals
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Prices in USD. Packages include all listed video sessions. We’ll agree dates and payment arrangements before we begin.

Can coaching focus on what I need most?

Yes. We’ll agree on your goals and focus before starting. You can choose a single session or a package, and additional sessions are $135 each.

How do I get started?

Request a free 30-minute call and share a little about your situation. It’s a chance to discuss your needs and the coaching options before choosing a plan.

When should we begin?

Ideally while you’re planning the break, so there is time to agree its purpose and prepare the team handoff. If your sabbatical is already underway, we can discuss a useful starting point.

Can my elders or spouse participate?

The full package includes one return session with your elders. We can also discuss whether involving your spouse in a planning conversation would serve the goals of the break.

Who sets my church’s sabbatical policy?

Your church and elders decide the leave arrangement and policy. Coaching helps you plan and reflect within that agreement; it does not grant leave or replace your church’s decisions.

SABBATICAL COACHING

Let’s start with
a conversation.

Tell me what you’re planning and where you’d like support.

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Pastoral leadership · Preaching · Sabbatical · Men’s life-building