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Sponsored • No Cost for Qualified Pastors

One Pastor. One Table. One Visible Win.

A visible win in 30 days. Map your ZIP, convene local leaders and pastors, and launch one shared project your church can celebrate and your city can see.

In collaboration with

Immerse logo Wisdom Tree Fellows logo TMS Global logo

Independently developed in collaboration with leaders serving real communities.

Tailored for real-life ministry

Who the One Pastor Experience is for

Designed for leaders who want to see visible progress — without adding meetings or complexity.

1

Bivocational pastors

One guided step each week. We handle the setup and storytelling so you can stay focused on people and preaching.

  • • 30–45 min weekly rhythm
  • • We build the story and event cards
  • • Clear “first win” within 30 days
2

Small & mid-size churches

Show your congregation what’s possible with partners. Launch one shared project that fits your size, story, and season.

  • • Right-sized project plan
  • • Partner discovery & invites
  • • Shareable Impact Snapshot

Also welcome: nonprofits, schools, and marketplace leaders who want to join the Table and co-own a first project with local churches.

Sponsored • No cost for qualified pastors

Applying is simple — one short form, no prep required.

You’ll share your name, city, and one thing your church is already doing in the community.

Takes ~3 minutes • No uploads required

Simple & reproducible

How it works

In 30 days, see your city differently, gather the right people, and show tangible progress.

See your city on one page

Align around a clear overview—ZIP insights and nearby partners—so decisions move faster.

Publish your story, visibly

We turn your work into a gallery-ready Table card and Story tile with impact badges.

Gather leaders & pastors

Host a 45-minute Table with 2–3 local leaders plus pastors—we facilitate, you build trust.

Launch one project & show impact

Pick a small, winnable project; we track steps and generate a shareable Impact Snapshot.

You finish with a Table event card, a Story tile, and a one-page Impact Snapshot.

Visible progress you can show and share

What Transformation Looks After 30 Days

Tangible proof that ministry and community are connecting — not just plans, but visible momentum.

One pastor leading a community table discussion with local leaders and pastors
The Table • Shared Story

A visible moment of unity

You convene leaders and pastors at a single table — and capture it — so your church and city can see collaboration take shape.

Impact: Your leadership becomes a gathering point for change.

Digital Bride story tile representing transformation through collaboration
Story • Impact Narrative

A story that moves others to act

Your church-community story is told through visuals, quotes, and local data — inspiring others to serve, invest, and replicate.

Impact: Your ministry becomes a model others follow.

Impact Snapshot

Summary
15
Pastors Reached
3
Leaders Engaged
1
Project Launched
Top Focus
Youth & Schools
Quick Win
Mentor sign-ups

Measurable outcomes — not just intentions — ready for your congregation, partners, and funders.

A snapshot of progress and potential

Your first month becomes a living report — participation, partnerships, and trust you can point to.

Impact: Evidence that your church is shaping the story of its city.

Limited seats • 30-day guided experience

Sponsored Seats (No Cost)

Thanks to our partners, qualified pastors can join at no cost.

Sponsored • No cost

One Pastor • One Table • One Project

Underwritten by Immerse and Wisdom Tree Fellows for qualified pastors.

$0 for 30 days
  • • See your city on one page (Community Overview)
  • • Publish your story (gallery-ready event card + story tile)
  • • Host a facilitated 45-min Table (leaders + local pastors)
  • • Launch one winnable project with partners
  • • Share a one-page Impact Snapshot
Apply for a Sponsored Seat

Seats are limited each quarter.

Sponsored by the Immerse Project and Wisdom Tree Fellows. Selection is based on fit, readiness, and seat availability.

Simple • Encouraging • 3 minutes to apply

Start your One Pastor Experience

It’s short, simple, and celebrates what you’re already doing. No prep or upload required—just share your story and city.

Once you apply, our team will reach out within a week to schedule a short conversation and confirm your participation.

Answers for pastors & partners

Frequently Asked Questions

What to expect from the 30-day One Pastor • One Table • One Project experience.

Who is an ideal candidate?

Selection
  • Bivocational or small/mid-size church pastors with a heart for collaboration.
  • A pastor who already has one credible church–community story to share.
  • Willing to invite 2–3 local leaders and other local pastors to a 45-minute Table (we’ll help secure them—see below).
  • Can commit to 30–45 minutes weekly for four weeks.

What does it cost?

No cost
Qualified pastors join at no cost, sponsored by Immerse and Wisdom Tree Fellows. Seats are limited each quarter.

How do I apply?

Step 1
  1. Complete the short application (≈1–3 minutes): .
  2. Share your basic church context and the community story you want to highlight.
  3. Optional: suggest 2–3 leaders and a couple of pastors to invite—we’ll help secure confirmations.

What happens in the interview?

Step 2
A brief 20–25 minute call to confirm fit and readiness:
  • Clarify your story focus and hoped-for outcome.
  • Align on the invite list (leaders + local pastors) and who makes warm asks.
  • Lock the 30-day cadence and first available Table date.
You’ll receive a decision email shortly after the call.

What happens after I’m accepted?

Onboarding
  1. Week 1 – Discover: We create your Community Overview and confirm invites.
  2. Week 2 – Tell: We craft your gallery-ready Table event card + Story tile (you approve).
  3. Week 3 – Gather: 45-min facilitated Table with leaders and local pastors.
  4. Week 4 – Act: Choose a winnable project; we track steps & generate your Impact Snapshot.

How much time will this take each week?

Time
Expect 30–45 minutes per week for four weeks, plus the 45-minute Table during Week 3. Tailored to your schedule.

What if I can’t secure 2–3 leaders right away?

Invites

We’ll help secure leaders with you. You provide names, warm relationships, or areas of focus; we provide short outreach blurbs, light coordination, and calendar options. If needed, we’ll start with a pastors-only Table and add leaders the following week.

Helpful leader examples:

  • City: council member or community liaison; parks & rec or neighborhood services lead
  • Housing: housing authority executive or resident services coordinator
  • Schools: principal, family engagement coordinator, or guidance lead
  • Health & care: clinic director, mental health provider, senior services coordinator
  • Community: food bank/coalition lead, YMCA/library branch manager, after-school nonprofit
  • Marketplace: respected small business owner, chamber/EDP representative

Copy-and-send invite blurb:

Hi {{Name}} — could you join a 45-minute Zoom in {{Month}} with a few leaders and pastors about serving {{Neighborhood/ZIP}} together?
The goal is simple: listen, align, and name one winnable project we can co-own. It’s hosted by our church with support from Community Playbook. Can I include you on 2–3 date options?

What tech do I need?

Tech
Just a laptop or phone with Zoom-quality internet. We run Community Playbook™ tools and facilitation on our side.

Who owns the content we create?

Content
You do. Community Playbook™ may showcase anonymized screenshots as examples with your permission. We’ll ask before sharing publicly.

When are seats available?

Seats
Seats open on a rolling, quarterly basis. If this round is full, we’ll keep your application on file and notify you for the next cohort.
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