Member Benefits
Ministry is demanding—and no leader is meant to carry it alone. Harbor Network exists to be a steady place of support for pastors, planters, and churches navigating both the joy and weight of the work.
Through retreats, training, relational care, and ongoing support, we provide care for the leader, clarity for the mission, and connection for the journey—so leaders can lead with faithfulness, resilience, and hope.
Explore the benefits available to church planters and existing churches, and discover how Harbor Network can walk with you in your next faithful step.
Church Planters
Pre-Plant Residencies in Harbor Churches Future church planters have access to Harbor Network-trained residency sites offering our comprehensive residency curriculum.
Robust Assessment for Church Planters A multi-stage, thorough assessment process to help discern fit and calling. Assessment opportunities are offered multiple times per year.
Startup Capital Grants Approved church planters receive renewable financial grants over their first three years, providing critical funding as they establish their church.
"Moorings": Church Planter Retreat An annual multi-day gathering of supported church planters for renewal, relationship building, and specialized training.
Coaching Collectives Peer-to-peer coaching program connecting planters with other planters for ongoing assistance and guidance throughout the planting journey.
Continuing Education Group Calls Regular online sessions with seasoned leaders both within and outside Harbor on topics critical to church planter development and sustainability.
Lead Pastor & Wives' Retreat Multi-day spiritual renewal retreat for lead pastors and their spouses, offering dedicated time for rest, reflection, and relational investment.
The Leaders' Summit Our biennial national gathering for ministry leaders of all types, featuring renewal-driven content and leadership development.
Renewal Gatherings Regional events for fellowship, workshops, and encouragement—creating space for meaningful connection with leaders in your area.
Relational Care & Support Responsive, ongoing care from Harbor staff and network volunteers to help leaders navigate personal crises, burnout, and mental health challenges.
Crisis & Transitional Support Short-term guidance available for staffing and leadership transitions, staff relationships, conflict resolution, and crisis situations affecting your church.
Digital Prayer Gatherings Regular online prayer meetings connecting Harbor churches for unified prayer around focused monthly themes.
Digital Book Club Online book clubs for women leaders to engage with Christian living and theology books, featuring guest authors and interactive discussion.
Renewal Fund Designated financial grants for Harbor leaders to support sabbaticals, retreats, counseling, training, and other renewal opportunities.
Ongoing Digital Training & Workshops Digital Learning Intensives offered regularly on a variety of leadership topics, providing targeted development on pressing ministry challenges.
In-Person Training & Development Cohorts Intensive, relational learning experiences for leaders seeking sustained growth through either extended cohorts or multi-day deep dives.
Existing Churches
Lead Pastor & Wives' Retreat Multi-day spiritual renewal retreat for lead pastors and their spouses, offering dedicated time for rest, reflection, and relational investment.
The Leaders' Summit Our biennial national gathering for ministry leaders of all types, featuring renewal-driven content and leadership development.
Renewal Gatherings Regional events for fellowship, workshops, and encouragement—creating space for meaningful connection with leaders in your area.
Relational Care & Support Responsive, ongoing care from Harbor staff and network volunteers to help leaders navigate personal crises, burnout, and mental health challenges.
Crisis & Transitional Support Short-term guidance available for staffing and leadership transitions, staff relationships, conflict resolution, and crisis situations affecting your church.
Digital Prayer Gatherings Regular online prayer meetings connecting Harbor churches for unified prayer around focused monthly themes.
Digital Book Club Online book clubs for women leaders to engage with Christian living and theology books, featuring guest authors and interactive discussion.
Renewal Fund Designated financial grants for Harbor leaders to support sabbaticals, retreats, counseling, training, and other renewal opportunities.
Ongoing Digital Training & Workshops Digital Learning Intensives offered regularly on a variety of leadership topics, providing targeted development on pressing ministry challenges.
In-Person Training & Development Cohorts Intensive, relational learning experiences for leaders seeking sustained growth through either extended cohorts or multi-day deep dives.
Multiplying Readiness Resources & Counsel Guidance and assessment tools to help your pastoral leadership team thoughtfully discern whether your church is ready to start a Harbor residency program.
Residency Readiness Retreat Specialized annual training for Harbor churches interested in becoming residency sites, equipping you to launch and sustain effective residency programs.
Proprietary Residency Curriculum Our comprehensive 18-module program available free to Harbor churches for training future church planters in your local context.
Network of Residency Leaders Access to a growing community of Harbor churches already running residency programs, providing ongoing learning, support, and shared wisdom.