Healthy Churches, Thriving Communities
En Comunidad equips church leadership teams to build relationships, strengthen church health through a holistic culture, and live out God’s mission right where they are following Christian Community Development principles.
A journey to reimagine how the church can anchor community flourishing.
Our purpose
We believe that together, we will embrace God’s redemptive plan, partnering in His work to restore all creation to its fullness. As a united body of believers, we will fulfill our unique role in seeing our communities and the world flourish.
The name En Comunidad (In Community) was prayerfully discerned—born from a moment of walking, talking, and listening to God. At its heart, it reflects our hope: that we would live in community with God, with each other, and with our neighbors. It’s a call to shared life, shared mission, and shared love—rooted in the Trinity, reflected in the Church, and extended into every street and story around us.
Why En Comunidad is unique?
Core Practices — Faith that becomes presence
The En Comunidad Core Practices are biblical, practical ways of living out the love of Christ in our neighborhoods. Inspired by Christian Community Development principles, these practices anchor congregations in their local context and guide them to be present, listen deeply, restore relationships, activate strengths, and pursue justice together.
Church leadership teams serving Latino communities
En Comunidad is designed for church leadership teams serving Latino communities across the U.S.—communities that are young, growing, resilient, and full of potential. We strengthen the inner life of the congregation—unity, collaboration, and emotional-spiritual health—so that churches can engage their neighborhoods with confidence and hope. When leaders flourish together, the whole community flourishes.
Accompaniment — You don’t walk alone
What truly sets En Comunidad apart is our commitment to walk with you. We accompany your leadership team through both the learning journey and individual coaching, supporting pastors, staff, and lay leaders every step of the way. No one is expected to figure it out alone. Together, we identify strengths, navigate challenges, and take real, meaningful steps toward the holistic transformation in their congregations and communities.
Our program
Connect
Bring your leadership team together, complete the application and short questionnaires, and take the first step toward joining a new cohort. Applications are open year-round.
Learn
Step into a regional or virtual cohort and grow together with other leaders as you explore what it means to be a healthy church that actively invests in community flourishing. Most sessions take place online and the in-person immersion experience is a highlight of the journey.
Grow
Engage in up to 20 hours of personalized coaching for your leadership team. Your assigned coach will walk alongside you, helping your church identify and strengthen key areas of growth.
Flourish
Put what you’ve learned into practice and start new rhythms in your church and neighborhood. Become an anchor for lasting community flourishing.
Highlights
At the heart of En Comunidad are experiences designed to deepen your learning and strengthen your leadership — helping your church and community flourish together.
Immersion Experience
Step outside your usual context and dive into the core principles of Christian Community Development (CCD). This immersive session opens your eyes to how churches and community partners are working together to foster lasting community flourishing. You’ll explore biblical foundations, connect with key social and economic realities, and see firsthand the power of collaboration in action. Whether through a local regional setting or a visit to a thriving church, this experience will inspire fresh vision and practical ideas to bring back to your own community.
All lodging, travel, and meals during the immersion experience are covered by the program for each team member.
Coaching Experience
After the learning phase, your leadership team receives up to 20 hours of personalized coaching designed to help you clarify, implement, and evaluate your church’s key focus areas. Together with your coach—an experienced church and community leader who understands your context—you’ll set achievable goals and receive tailored guidance grounded in faith and community development principles.
Coaching fees are fully covered by the program.
Could this be your church’s next step?
En Comunidad is for churches rooted in their neighborhoods, ready to grow in how they live out Christian Community Development principles. Whether you’re a new or established congregation, size doesn’t matter — what counts is a heart to deepen your impact through collaboration, restoration, and faithful presence.
Here’s what makes a good fit
You’re already engaged in community outreach and eager to reimagine it through Christian Community Development principles.
Your church leadership team is formed by the pastor and a team of 2–4 leaders (staff or lay) ready to commit to the full experience — both virtual and in-person.
You’re in a stable season — no major pastoral changes or competing intensive programs on your plate.
Your team is curious, humble, and open to learning, unlearning, and growing alongside other churches and traditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the program?
Latino pastors and church leaders from any geographical location in the United States and Puerto Rico.
What is the church's size and longevity requirement?
None. A church of any size and time of existence can participate.
What is our framework?
- Holistic Culture
- Christian Community Development
- Collaborative Body
- Healthy Practices
What is the time commitment?
- Introductory session: Half day
- Monthly time demand: 4 hours (2 hours online session* / 2 hours of Team Time with your church leadership group, schedule by your team at time convenient for your team) *Online monthly sessions will be held in the evenings or on weekends to make the meetings accessible for lay leaders who maintain a typical work schedule
- Immersion experience (4th month): 2 days (in person, travel costs covered by the program)
What is the cost?
There is no cost to participate in the program.
Travel costs during the immersion experience will be covered by the program.
What is a cohort?
The cohort is a small group of 3 to 5 church leaders (including pastors, paid staff and lay leaders) from up to 5 different churches.
What are the types of Cohorts?
Online Cohort: A cohort of churches from anywhere in the US. All sessions will be virtual, except for the Immersion experience, which it will be in person for 2 days with travel costs covered by the program .
Regional Cohort: For churches geographically located in specific regions in the United States and Puerto Rico. Sessions will be virtual and in-person, including the 2-day local immersion experience .
What is the plan?
The program offers a structured plan through collaborative cohorts and contextualized organizational coaching:
- Introductory event: familiarizes leaders with the program’s objectives and introduces them to the basics of holistic leadership and community development.
- Growth sessions: addresses topics such as embracing change, creating safe environments, promoting holistic collaboration, building a strong church culture and engaging in community development.
- Immersion experience: in the fourth month, cohorts witness and learn from an effective holistic church-based community development ministry.
- Contextualized coaching: after six months of foundational sessions, churches can apply for up to 20 hours of tailored coaching to address their specific needs.
- Online support platform: provides contextualized resources for Latino churches and leaders.
What is personalized/ contextualized coaching?
During the program’s second phase, the church leadership team can apply to receive up to 20 hours of coaching tailored to the church’s needs and goals. The coaching sessions will be given by experts and will focus on holistic culture or community development.
What is the cost for the coaching in the second phase?
After completed successfully the first phase of foundational sessions that includes the introductory event, five growth sessions and one immersion experience (2 days) the church leadership team can apply for up to 20 hours of personalized coaching free of charge.
What is En Comunidad program?
A program providing comprehensive and dynamic learning experiences to cultivate healthy leadership in congregations resulting in sustainable local Christian community development.
How to apply?
- Gather your team (3-5 leaders) and complete their contact information in second part of application form.
- Complete the application form .
- Every team member completes a questionnaire.