Sabbaticals with ReStory
Let us help you take a restorative sabbatical.
Does this sound like you?
You are dreaming of a sabbatical, but your leadership doesn't "get it."
You're taking a sabbatical soon, but are worried about "doing it right."
You know that you need a long runway before you can finally take a sabbatical and you want to be ready.
You have BIG hopes (and goals) for this sabbatical!
Don’t take our word for it
Hear how our work has impacted the lives of vocational ministry leaders.
“We are recommending your course to any of our colleagues who may embark on a Sabbatical in the future. This really helped my husband and I, set up expectations, and a great framework for our Sabbatical, with lots of margin, and fun along the way! THANK YOU! We will be revisiting these resources every Sabbatical.”
— Becca Rickert, Cru
“After walking through the steps of sabbatical preparation with Chris, I can honestly say I returned to my role as a pastor with a sense of renewal and deep, soul rest. Along with my family and church, I am extremely grateful!
— Vince Black, Teaching Pastor, The Town Church
The Restorative Sabbatical Package Includes:
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7 Coaching Sessions
Sabbatical Coaching with Jeremy Williamson
Designed to provide regular connection points before, during, and after your Restorative Sabbatical journey. Your individualized sessions will be shaped to your specific need, while following the themes laid out in the course.
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Access to our Online Course
Roadmap to a Restorative Sabbatical with Chris and Beth Bruno
We’ll help you prepare before, during, and after to make sure your sabbatical is exactly what you need and so that you can be sure you’re “doing it right”. With sample letters to boards, interviews with pastors, and personal stories, we’ve got you covered.
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Immediate Resources
Don’t let finances get in the way of taking a sabbatical you dream of
When you sign up, we’ll immediately send you 7 fun and doable ideas to fund the sabbatical you've always dreamed of, but never thought you'd have.
Sabbatical Coaching Pathway
While each minister finds him/herself in a unique situation and season, shared themes inform the pathway our coaching will take.
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We’ll start by tapping into the larger story of your life, your call to ministry, and the current state of your heart.
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In this session, while being present and aware of your current needs, we’ll start dreaming and planning for the sabbatical, and setting specific goals.
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In this session, our driving question will be, “How is God calling you to rest, bless, and celebrate?”
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In this session, we’ll move deeply into the healing of ministry wounds and disappointments.
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We’ll invite Jesus into wounds and disappointments and pursue wholeness.
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We’ll prepare your heart and mind for re-entry to ministry.
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As you reenter ministry, we’ll move forward with clarity, fresh vision, and celebration of the work that you and God have done during the sabbatical journey.
Meet Your Sabbatical Guides
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Chris and Beth Bruno
Chris and Beth spent 10 years on staff with Cru, mostly living internationally and have been in some form of vocational ministry ever since. Chris is an ordained pastor and the CEO of Restoration Project. Together, they own and lead ReStory Counseling.
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Jeremy Williamson
Jeremy has spent most of his adult life in missions, church planting, and ministry organizations. He is currently Director of Experiences at Restoration Project and a Storywork Coach at ReStory.
Two Options
Start today with immediate, on demand access to our sabbatical course OR additionally set up a coaching pathway with one who has walked with hundreds of ministry leaders in shoes like yours.
Sabbatical Package
$980
Includes 7 one-hour coaching sessions with Jeremy Williamson and lifetime access to the Roadmap to a Restorative Sabbatical Course.
Course Only
$49
Includes 7 teaching videos with Chris and Beth Bruno, 6 interviews with ministry leaders, 10 downloads including assessments, timelines, sample letters, reflection worksheets, and more.