Church Leadership CoachingGrowing a church is exciting.
Multiplication is hard.
Clearway helps pastors and church teams build foundations and frameworks for sustained, healthy growth.
Start Coaching"Growth was revealing some cracks. We were moving fast without the right systems in place. Clearway brought clarity, alignment, and healthier leadership rhythms. We're stronger, multiplying, and better equipped to carry what God has entrusted to us."
Trusted by
Church leadership coaching
from someone who's been there.
Chris Vacher founded Clearway after 20+ years in ministry, a Master's in Leadership, and multiple coaching certifications.
He's built a team of seasoned pastors who love coaching pastors, helping churches of all shapes, sizes, and traditions move toward multiplication.
The focus: building organizational foundations and leadership frameworks so church teams do their most effective work together, going from vision to strategy to execution.
"Chris is more than a coach - he's a trusted partner. Our whole team has grown in clarity, confidence, and long-term vision. Our church has more momentum than ever."
We love it when churches grow.
We love it more when they multiply.
We've partnered with churches across 25+ denominations, coached hundreds of leaders, and worked within every kind of governance structure, cumulatively impacting hundreds of thousands of people.
Our Church Leadership Coaching Services.
This is how Clearway helps churches build organizational foundations and leadership frameworks so pastors can get back to the work they're called to do.
Let's Talk About Your Church1:1 Coaching
For lead pastors, executive pastors, and board chairs who need an outside perspective from someone who gets it.
Team Workshops
Facilitated sessions that surface tensions, build trust, and get everyone moving in the same direction.
360 Reviews
See what you can't see. Multi-rater feedback with a debrief and action plan to grow where it matters most.
Strategic Planning
Plans that actually get executed. We help you build a roadmap your team will follow, not one that sits in a drawer.
Fractional Leadership
For growing churches who need executive leadership but aren't ready for the full-time cost. The capacity you need, when you need it.
Who We Are
Meet the team behind Clearway
Experienced leaders who've sat in your seat. We've led growing churches, managed staff, built strategy, and stayed grounded in ministry calling.
Founder
Chris Vacher
Chris Vacher knows what it's like when the systems that got you to 200 won't get you to 500.. or 1,000.. or 2,000. Twenty years as an Executive Pastor, Worship Pastor, and Multisite Leader taught him that most churches don't lack vision. They lack the organizational foundations and leadership frameworks to execute it. He founded Clearway to help senior leaders build those foundations. He holds a Master's degree in Leadership from Trinity Western University, with research focused on transformational servant leadership for pastors.
Coach & Client Relations
Jaisy Tam-Harbridge
A seasoned church leader who has served as an Associate Pastor, Worship Pastor, Interim Pastor, and Church Planter. She partners with leaders to bring clarity to their calling and is passionate about equipping leaders to do the work of ministry. Jaisy holds a Master of Divinity in Pastoral Ministries from Tyndale and brings expertise in guiding leaders, teams, and churches through transitional seasons toward sustainable, healthy growth.
Coach
Hollie Charlebois
With a background in psychology and psychotherapy and years of pastoral ministry experience, Hollie Charlebois brings a unique approach to team dynamics and relational alignment. Her unexpected calling to ministry has shaped how she helps church leaders navigate conflict, build trust, and create environments where restoration and healing flourish. She's passionate about the transformative power of the local church and equipping teams to do their most effective work together.
Coach
Ron Baker
Ron Baker is a lead pastor with first-hand experience implementing Clearway systems into his church. He provides a current, real-world perspective on managing staff, scaling organizational systems, and leading a growing, multisite congregation.
How It Works
Simple steps to lasting change
First Session
We assess your organizational foundations and leadership frameworks to identify what's working and what's not.
Build a Plan
Together we build a plan with timeline, milestones, deliverables, and financial investment.
Focused Engagement
You, your team, and Clearway work together with clear goals and real accountability.
Lasting Results
Ministry effectiveness, organizational alignment, and leadership development that sticks.
Case Study
How First Baptist went from stuck to scaling
After years of plateau, this 200-person church restructured their leadership team, clarified their vision, and created sustainable growth systems. Today they're thriving at 500+ with a healthier team than ever.
Read the full storyCommon Questions
About Clearway
What is Clearway's leadership philosophy?
We believe lasting change comes from building organizational foundations and leadership frameworks, not quick fixes. Key passages like Acts 6, 1 Corinthians 3, and Ephesians 4 shape how we think about leadership for church teams. Our approach combines practical tools with spiritual discernment, helping church teams move from vision to strategy to execution together.
How is Clearway different from a traditional consultant?
Consultants typically analyze, advise, and leave. We partner with you for the long haul. Whether through coaching, workshops, or fractional leadership, we're invested in your success and accountable for results. We're mentors, not vendors.
What types of churches do you work with?
We've partnered with churches across 25+ denominations, from 200-person congregations to multi-site megachurches. Our clients share a common trait: they're growing churches led by pastors who want sustainable health, not just numerical growth.
How do I know which service is right for my church?
Reach out and we'll learn about your situation, challenges, and goals, then recommend the right approach. Many churches begin with coaching and add workshops or strategic planning as needs emerge.