Church Boom Coaching Certification Program

The only coaching certification built for pastors, by pastors. Gain the tools, frameworks, and community you need to coach other leaders with confidence — and build a practice that multiplies your ministry impact.

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80+ Certified Coaches

10+ Years of Experience

#1 Program for Pastors Coaching Pastors

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See What This Program
Can Do for You

Watch Chris Sonksen walk you through the Church Boom Coaching Certification — what it is, who it's for, and how it can change your ministry forever.

Why Church Boom

Everything You Need
to Coach with Confidence

There are other good coaching programs out there. But Church Boom is the only certification built exclusively for pastors coaching pastors. Most programs give you a mountain of content and wish you good luck. We do it differently — we make the process incredibly easy to follow, and we hand you the tools, resources, and frameworks to start coaching (and earning income) immediately.

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Built for Pastors, by Pastors

This isn't a generic coaching program repurposed for ministry. Every framework, every lesson, and every resource was built specifically for pastors who want to coach other pastors.

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A Clear, Easy-to-Follow Process

Forget drowning in content with no direction. We give you a step-by-step process that's simple to follow — so you always know exactly what to do next and never feel lost.

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Tools to Start Coaching Immediately

We hand you everything you need from day one — coaching contracts, client forms, onboarding documents, and marketing templates. No waiting. No guessing. Just start.

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Start Earning Right Away

Other programs give you knowledge. We give you a practice. Learn how to acquire clients, set your rates, and build a coaching business that generates real income alongside your ministry.

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Ongoing Support & Community

You're not on your own after you enroll. You join a network of 80+ certified coaches and get access to quarterly live Q&A sessions with Chris Sonksen himself — indefinitely. Real access. Real answers.

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Financial Aid Available

We believe finances should never be the barrier to your calling. Financial aid is available for those who qualify — because this mission is bigger than money.

What You'll Learn

Course Objectives

Everything you'll walk away with after completing the Church Boom Coaching Certification program.

Learn the coaching strategies and techniques of Church Boom

Know how to build your very own coaching organization

Access the forms and documents you need when coaching a pastor or leader

Learn the keys to acquiring and maintaining coaching clientele

Know how to create a coaching contract

Learn how to effectively build up relationships with coaching clientele

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10+ Years Coaching

Meet Your Instructor

Learn From a
Proven Leader

Chris Sonksen

Founder, Church Boom

Chris Sonksen is one of the most sought-after voices in church leadership today. As the founder of Church Boom, he has personally coached hundreds of pastors and ministry leaders across the country, helping them break through growth barriers and build thriving, healthy churches.

With over a decade of hands-on coaching experience, Chris brings real-world strategies, deep spiritual insight, and a passion for seeing the local church flourish.

Founder of Church Boom Coaching

Coached 80+ certified coaches

Author & international speaker

Host of the Church Boom Podcast

Investment

Simple, Transparent Pricing

Choose the payment option that works best for you. Both paths give you full access to everything in the program.

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$600

/ month × 6 payments

Full certification program
Master classes & tutorials
All coaching forms & documents
Community access
Ongoing support

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$3,500

one-time fee

Full certification program
Master classes & tutorials
All coaching forms & documents
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Ongoing support
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Real Results

What Others Say About
Church Boom

Don't take our word for it — hear directly from certified coaches who have transformed their ministries and their lives.

Going through the modules and sessions, I felt more equipped than ever to help other pastors. The content is incredibly rich, influential, and transformative... Since completing the certification, I've started coaching a few clients and even made some extra income on the side. This program will be life-changing for you.

Jason Norman

Pastor, Real Life Church — Ohio

Church Boom Coaching Certification gave me the confidence and the framework to step into coaching in a real, meaningful way. I now have a thriving coaching practice and I'm making a difference in the lives of pastors and leaders every single week.

Scott Fussnecker

Church Boom Coaching Graduate

Got Questions?

Frequently Asked
Questions

Who is this certification designed for?

This program is designed for pastors, ministry leaders, and church staff who want to expand their impact by coaching other leaders. Whether you're a seasoned pastor looking to diversify your ministry or an emerging leader eager to build a coaching practice, this certification equips you with everything you need.

How long does the certification program take?

The program is self-paced, so you can move through the material at a speed that works with your schedule. Most participants complete the core certification within a few months while continuing their regular ministry responsibilities.

What do I get access to when I enroll?

You'll receive access to master classes and short tutorial videos, expertly crafted coaching exercises, all the forms and documents you need to run a coaching practice, a coaching contract template, and ongoing support from the Church Boom team and community.

Can I make income as a Church Boom certified coach?

Absolutely. Many of our certified coaches have built thriving coaching practices alongside their ministry work. The program teaches you how to acquire and maintain coaching clientele, set your rates, create contracts, and build lasting relationships — all the practical skills you need to generate income as a coach.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. We believe that finances should never be the barrier to your calling. If the investment is a challenge, please apply for financial aid and our team will work with you to find a solution that makes this possible.

How do I get started?

Simply click the "Apply to Join" button, fill out the application, and our team will guide you through the enrollment process. We review every application personally and will reach out to walk you through the next steps.

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