Pastor, we are not after your people.
We are trying to hand them back to you stronger.
Shade Tree is a midweek, outdoor gathering for believers who want to talk honestly about their walk with God. We hold to the Apostles' Creed, we steer clear of divisive denominational debates, and we encourage everyone who comes to stay planted in a local church. Yours, we hope.
Think of us as another tool in your church's toolbox. We partner with your congregation, add to the discipleship already happening there, and send people back ready to serve.
A circle, mentors, and a path to lead.
A safe circle to be honest in, mentors a generation ahead of them, and a path from sitting in a chair to leading a conversation. Many of them come back to your ministries ready to serve.
Nothing but a conversation.
And permission to tell your folks we exist. That's it. No fee, no obligation, no turf.
We can help your church start a Shade Tree.
We can help your church start a Shade Tree gathering, train your facilitators and guides, and stay with you through the first season. The model multiplies — every trained facilitator makes another gathering possible.
Want to talk it through?
Nothing but a conversation, and permission to tell your folks we exist. Let's talk.