Endorsements

Lee is a fantastic coach! His leadership is practical and accessible. At the same time, Lee is very pastoral in his approach. I have significantly benefited from his leadership. I am a better person, leader, husband, and father because of Lee's involvement in my life.

— Steve Krier

Lee is an outstanding coach and consultant. He thinks deeply on challenging issues to the local church and pastors and knows how to help them find healthy resolve. I highly recommend Lee for organizational consulting and individual coaching

— Bruce Hopler

I’ve known Lee for over 15 years in local church ministry and for seven years as the church planting Director for a national organization.

He has been a leader both in church plants and in large churches. He knows the in and outs of starting a new congregation as well as the complexities of both plateaued and fast-growing ministries. He’s a solid coach skilled at working with church of all stages, sizes and styles, as well as the leaders who lead them.

— Scott Ridout

Lee has a wealth of knowledge in the area of church planting and church growth. I have personally watched him walk teams through a process to identify where they are and how to get to the next level. He is a humble but strong leader that cares deeply about Christ's church and pastors and leaders who serve the church.

— Danny Parmelee

I've served for/with Lee for over 17 years. He has been instrumental in developing me as a leader over that time. Lee is a visionary with a heart to see God's kingdom advance with urgency. He is an excellent coach who knows how to help people reach their full potential. He is an expert at church planting and church leadership strategies and can help any church grow according to it's God-given purpose.

— Ryan Emenecker

Lee is the real deal. I know it may sound cliché but it's true. He's an exceptionally capable and proven leader with overwhelming experience elevating and empowering leaders. Whether it's coaching, consulting or speaking, He will bring an authentic and empowering presence that will elevate people around him. If you're thinking of working with him, do it. He has my unwavering confidence and enthusiastic recommendation.

— Victor Montalvo

I highly recommend Lee Stephenson as a leader and equipper of church planters and pastors. I have known Lee for over 6 1/2 years, and in that time he has consistently demonstrated his passion for equipping others to fulfill their calling. He is a gifted coach and mentor, and has a heart for seeing others succeed. He has a heart for God and His people, and he is an excellent communicator. He is also a gifted teacher and preacher. Under his leadership, our church planting ministry flourished. He has an extraordinary ability to equip and mentor others in their faith journey. I am confident that Lee will be an excellent coach and mentor in any organization. In addition, he has a wealth of knowledge and experience in church planting and pastoring, which makes him an excellent resource for those in ministry. If you are looking for someone to invest in your development as a leader, I highly recommend Lee. You will not be disappointed.

— Chris Lovelace