Who We Serve

91 exists to love, restore, and strengthen those who serve on the front lines of ministry. Our mission is not simply to uplift individuals, but to help entire churches and communities flourish by caring for their leaders — spiritually, emotionally, relationally, and practically.

We minister to:

---

1. Senior Pastors & Lead Clergy

Senior pastors shoulder enormous responsibility. They are vision carriers, teachers, counselors, managers, spiritual parents, and—too often—the last to receive meaningful care.

They are:

• Highly visible

• Deeply burdened

• Often isolated

• Expected to be “always okay,” even when they are not

The pressures they face include:

• Emotional exhaustion

• Compassion fatigue

• Congregational conflict

• Unmet expectations

• Lack of sabbatical/rest opportunities

• Financial strain

• Marriage and family pressures

• Ministry instability or criticism

Many pastors have no safe space to process trauma, betrayal, or burnout. 91 provides a confidential place where they can rest, recover, and be poured into without fear of judgment or professional consequences.

Why they need 91:
Healthy pastors build healthy churches. When a pastor is restored, everybody wins—from congregations to families, from young people to entire communities.

---

2. Associate Pastors, Ministry Staff, & Elders

While senior pastors carry the vision, associate ministers and leadership staff often carry the operational weight of ministry. These include:

• Worship leaders

• Youth pastors

• Evangelists

• Bible teachers

• Administrative staff

• Elders and deacons

They often experience:

• Unclear expectations

• Overwork without recognition

• Compassion burnout

• Role ambiguity

• Professional insecurity

• Emotional and spiritual fatigue

Many operate without formal mentorship or leadership development. 91 steps in to provide:

• Structure

• Discipleship

• Restoration

• Skill development

• Emotional support

• Long-term resilience tools

Without support, valuable ministry personnel become casualties of spiritual overextension.

---

3. Ministry Spouses & Families

Behind every public ministry leader stands a family that quietly carries much of the weight.

They feel:

• The pressure of congregational scrutiny

• Relational isolation

• Financial concerns

• Emotional demands

• Loss of privacy

• Spiritual fatigue

Ministry spouses are often:

• Prayer warriors

• Co-laborers

• Emotional anchors

• Unpaid staff

• Silent sufferers

Children feel the pressure of public eyes, long hours, and the emotional burdens of their parents’ calling.

91 gives families:

• Spiritual refreshment

• Emotional release

• Safe community

• A place to be seen, known, and cared for

Supporting leaders’ families protects marriages, increases ministry longevity, and allows children to grow without resentment toward ministry.

---

4. Burned-Out, Wounded, or Transitioning Leaders

Some leaders arrive at 91:

• Exhausted

• Spiritually dry

• Disillusioned

• Wounded by betrayal

• Recovering from church hurt

• In transition or without a current ministry home

They come from:

• Forced pastoral resignations

• Church splits

• Moral failures

• Leadership conflict

• Grief and trauma

• Loss of direction

We provide:

• A shame-free environment

• Spiritual healing

• Soul-care resources

• Professional referrals

• Biblical counsel

• Hope for the next chapter

We remind wounded leaders that they are more than their last season.

---

5. Bi-Vocational Pastors & Rural Church Leaders

Many pastors work full-time jobs on top of leading congregations.
Their sacrifices are tremendous; their rest is nearly nonexistent.

Rural leaders often lack:

• Financial resources

• Access to training

• Peer networks

• Sabbatical opportunities

• Practical ministry support

91 provides:

• Relief

• Connection

• Equipping

• Healthy ministry rhythms

These leaders serve some of the most underserved communities — and impacting them multiplies the reach of the Gospel.

---

6. Emerging Leaders & Students Answering the Call

91 invests in the next generation of ministry by supporting:

• Young adults

• Ministry interns

• Bible college students

• First-time ministers

Through the Dedicated Discipleship Program, we help them:

• Discern their calling

• Develop strong spiritual foundations

• Learn leadership skills

• Avoid early burnout

• Build personal holiness

• Serve from overflow, not depletion

We believe healthy leadership doesn’t start in crisis—it starts with discipleship.

---

Demographic Diversity

91 is intentionally inclusive and serves:

• All denominations (evangelical, Pentecostal, mainline, non-denominational)

• All backgrounds (rural, suburban, inner city, immigrant ministries, global missions)

• All ages (early calling to senior pastors)

• All ethnicities and cultures

We see the Body of Christ as one family, and our programs are structured to serve leaders across the spectrum of churches and cultures.

---

Geographic Reach

Our vision is national and global.

We serve leaders:

• In person at retreats

• Through curriculum

• Through online discipleship and coaching

• Through 91 Magazine

• Through virtual workshops & events

As capacity grows, the goal is to expand:

• Regional hubs

• National hosting sites

• International support networks

---

Why They Come to Us

Ministry leaders come to 91 because they need:

• Rest without performance

• Support without judgment

• Training without burden

• Fellowship without comparison

• Truth without condemnation

• Healing without exposure

They come because they need a place where:

• Their roles do not define their worth

• Their wounds are not minimized

• Their family is valued

• Their calling is honored

• Their hearts can be restored

They come because 91 has been designed for THEM — the ones who usually pour, not receive.

---

What Makes These Leaders Vulnerable

Without structures of care, leaders experience:

• Burnout

• Mental health struggle

• Loneliness

• Identity loss

• Spiritual dryness

• Disconnection

• Crisis-level decision-making

Studies show:

• Thousands of pastors consider quitting each month

• Over 50% experience constant stress

• Many struggle in silence because they fear judgment or replacement

For every leader who collapses, an entire church suffers.
91 helps prevent that collapse — and restore those already affected.

---

Why Serving Ministry Leaders Matters

When you strengthen a leader:

• Marriages are protected

• Children are preserved

• Congregations grow and heal

• Communities prosper

• Disciples multiply

• The Gospel advances

It is not simply a pastoral wellness initiative — it is an investment in the health of the Church and the advancement of the Kingdom of God.

A healthy shepherd leads to a healthy flock.

---

In Summary — We Serve Those Who Serve the Church

91 supports:
✅ Senior Pastors
✅ Associate Pastors & Ministry Leaders
✅ Ministry Spouses & Families
✅ Burned-out or Wounded Leaders
✅ Bi-vocational & Rural Ministers
✅ Emerging Leaders & Students

Through:

• Rest

• Restoration

• Discipleship

• Emotional Support

• Practical Training

• Community

We care for the hearts of those who care for everyone else.

---

 

PRAYER POINTS FOR 91

Pray for God’s protection over every leader, volunteer, and family connected to 91. Ask the Lord to guard us from spiritual attack, confusion, and discouragement, and to cover all events, gatherings, and travel with His peace.

Pray that everything we do would be led by the Holy Spirit — that our leaders would carry wisdom, discernment, and compassion as they minister to hurting pastors and families. Ask God to bring deep healing to those who are burned out, wounded, or discouraged, and to restore joy and purpose in their lives and ministries.

Pray for financial provision. Ask God to send committed partners who believe in this mission and can help support retreats, discipleship training, and our magazine. Pray also for good stewardship and wisdom in how we manage every gift given.

Pray for favor with churches, ministry networks, and leaders across different regions. Ask God to open doors for collaboration and to connect us with the people and places who need this ministry most.

Pray that the Dedicated Discipleship Program will continue to grow — that those who participate will be strengthened, well-equipped, and deeply rooted in their calling. Ask the Lord to raise up teachers, intercessors, and mentors who will walk with them.

Pray for health and spiritual strength for every servant involved in this work. Ask that no one pours from an empty cup, and that rest, encouragement, and balance would remain central.

Pray for 91 Magazine — that the content will be timely, encouraging, and Spirit-led, reaching leaders who need fresh hope and direction. Ask for creativity, excellence, and the right voices to contribute.

Finally, pray for lasting impact. Ask the Lord to multiply the work — that as pastors and leaders are restored, their congregations, families, and communities will be renewed. Pray that cycles of burnout and isolation would be broken and replaced with joy, community, and healthy discipleship.

---

NEEDS FOR 91

91 is growing, and we are praying for the resources necessary to sustain and expand this work. We need financial partners who can give monthly or annually to support retreats, training, scholarships, and the publication of 91 Magazine.

We need committed volunteers: intercessors, event helpers, mentors, hospitality teams, writers, and those with administrative gifts. Professional support is also needed — especially counseling partners, advisors, and individuals with nonprofit, publishing, and ministry experience.

We are praying for more locations to host retreats and gatherings, along with churches willing to partner with us. Practical resources such as meeting space, printing support, and technology for teaching are also helpful.

Awareness is an ongoing need. We pray for churches and leaders who will help spread the word, so that those who need care can find us. We desire greater connections with Bible colleges, ministry schools, and networks to help young and emerging leaders receive support early.

Finally, we are praying for scholarships so that no pastor or ministry family is ever turned away due to financial hardship. As we grow, we also need strong leadership development — individuals who can serve on advisory teams, help with governance, and strengthen our operational foundation.