HELPING LEADERS CONNECT, GROW, AND FINISH STRONG


Ministry is hard—but you don’t have to walk it alone.

Better Together is a relational network for pastors and church leaders who long for authentic connection and practical support. We create space for leaders to feel seen known, and strengthened—so they can serve with resilience, lead with purpose, and finish strong. Through intentional relationships and shared experiences, we’re building a movement where churches thrive—together.

WHO WE ARE


Born from partnership. Built for unity

Better Together launched in 2014 as a collaborative effort between Pure Heart Church and Palm Valley Church, with a shared vision to unite chruches and strengthen leaders across Arizona. What began as a local partnership has grown into a statewide and expanding network that empowers leaders, encourages collaboration, and fuels lasting impact in their churches and communities.

 

WHAT WE DO


Connection is our method. Community is our model.

We help pastors and church teams find strength in connection—through honest conversations, shared challenges, and spiritual renewal. Whether it’s by-annual gatherings, stategic events, or weekly Pastor Huddles, we provide safe, peer-based spaces for leaders to reflect, recharge, and grow.
From senior pastors to youth, worship, and executive leaders, every Huddle is built on trust—because ministry is better when no one has to pretend and no one has to lead alone.

 

OUR BOARD MEMBERS

Dan Steffen

Dan Steffen

Ryan Nuñez

Ryan Nuñez

Mark Hendrix

Mark Hendrix

Fernando Orona

Fernando Orona

Rachel Kekic

Rachel Kekic

Amy St. Louis

Amy St. Louis

Heath Bottomly

Heath Bottomly

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS