BUILDING LEADERS, SHARING LIFE


You don't have to lead alone

The heart of the Better Together Network lives through our ministry huddles; small, trusted communities where church leaders across every role and context find connection, encouragement, and partnership. These aren't just meetings; they're lifelines, built on real relationships and honest conversations that help leaders stay grounded, refreshed, and supported in every season of ministry.

WHAT ARE HUDDLES


A safe space to grow, refocus, and build relationships with others facing the same realities as you.

Huddles are more than peer groups. They're intentional spaces where pastors and church leaders can:

  • Be known and supported through the unique pressures of ministry
  • Gain fresh insight through shared wisdom and collective experience
  • Receive spiritual renewal and practical tools to navigate challenging seasons
  • Walk through cultural and leadership challenges with trusted peers
  • Stay grounded and accountable to what matters most

Whether you're leading a congregation, directing creative teams, serving in family ministry, or balancing bi-vocational leadership, Huddles offer the kind of community every leader needs and deserves. 

 

JOIN A HUDDLE


There's a place for you at the table.

We offer tailored Huddles for senior pastors, executive leaders, youth and children's pastors, creatives, and more across every region of the Valley. Every group is built on trust, confidentiality, and shared purpose.

Ready to connect with others who truly understand your world? Reach out to a Huddle leader in your area to take the first step toward sustainable, healthy leadership.

Dan Steffen

Senior Pastor at Pure Heart Church

Phoenix, AZ

West Valley

Billy Claudio

Lead Pastor of Oasis Community Church

Phoenix, AZ

North Central Phoenix

Des Wadsworth

Lead Pastor of Grace Community Church

Phoenix, AZ

East Valley

John Heston

Senior Pastor at First Baptist Church of Tempe

Phoenix, AZ

East Valley

Russ Smith

Senior Pastor at City Church

Phoenix, AZ

Northwest Valley

Ryan Nuñez

Senior Pastor at Palm Valley Church

Phoenix, AZ

Southwest Valley

Mark Hendrix

Executive Pastor at Pure Heart Church

Phoenix, AZ

West Valley

Doug Scott & Jeff Shellenberger

Senior Pastor - LifeHouse Church

Phoenix, AZ

West Valley

Greg Nerger

Youth Pastor at Pure Heart Church

Phoenix, AZ

West Valley

Emily Owens

Lead Pastor of Children's & Family Ministry at PHC

Phoenix, AZ

West Valley