SWORD & SHOVEL COACHING
Sword & Shovel offers personalized life and ministry coaching tailored to your unique challenges. Whether you're a man navigating significant changes at home or work, or a pastor seeking guidance on leadership or growth, we are here to support you. Our coaches bring experience and wisdom to help you process, plan, and move forward with confidence.
If you’re looking for a trusted partner to walk with you through these transitions, we’re ready to help you take the next step. Let’s work together to achieve the clarity and direction you need. Are you ready?
Individual
Men, are you feeling like everyone needs something from you, but no one is pouring into you? Are you considering decisions you wouldn't recommend to anyone else? If you're feeling discouraged, stuck, or anxious as a leader, it's time to take action. Schedule your free 30-minute chat today!
Pastoral
Being a pastor or in church leadership can often feel lonesome and overwhelming. It's a lot to carry, and finding people who truly understand—and can support you through tough times or seasons of growth—can be challenging. If you're seeking guidance and support from a seasoned pastor, counselor, and coach, or if you're stuck in a dilemma, crisis, or secret that’s draining your vitality and peace, let’s schedule a free 30-minute call to walk through this together.
Testimonials
I've truly been humbled and blessed to have Chris as a spiritual advisor and friend in my life. His story is one that testifies to the redeeming power of Christ, and it gives so much weight to everything Chris says and does. I've watched him sincerely pour his heart out to both influential leaders and mere laymen, always giving and never asking. When Chris speaks, I can't help but to lean in and trust him.
Greg M. - Lead Pastor
I am so thankful to the Lord for introducing me to Chris Cannon. Because Chris has been in senior leadership, servant roles and everything in between, he understands the dynamics of church culture and the existing nuances and challenges we all face. Drawing deeply from Scripture and his own well of life experiences, Chris has a unique gifting to listen, coach, empower and exhort you in your struggles and challenges with ministry. I’m reluctant to share all this because I know if more people knew about Chris, he wouldn’t be as available for me!
Kevin B. - Men’s Pastor
Chris Cannon is my first call when I meet another man that needs help, coaching or accountability. His counsel is rooted in God's truth as he challenges men to grow into the fullest expression of who God created us to be. He has years of proven success helping men discover freedom and embrace a renewed life
Jason F. - Church Planter/Lead Pastor
Church
Is your church or men’s ministry struggling with stagnation or decline? At Sword & Shovel, we offer proven strategies to revitalize your ministry, fostering both spiritual and numerical growth while increasing your impact on the community. Let’s work together to reignite the passion and purpose in your ministry. Schedule a free 30-minute consultation to see if our approach is the right fit for you!
Chris has been an invaluable source of encouragement and discipleship in my pastoral journey since 2019. His coaching and insights on church transitions, leadership dynamics, and family ministry have been instrumental to my growth. Chris's unwavering support and friendship have made him a trusted confidant in my ministry. I wholeheartedly recommend him to any pastor seeking guidance and encouragement.
Trevor S. - College & YA Pastor
Chris is a wise veteran in the ministry who has experienced just about anything a pastor can experience - from the high mountains to deep valleys. I’m honored to have him as a friend, and he is passionate and committed to the Kingdom of God, not just his own thing.
Daniel P. - Lead Pastor
Churches We’ve Worked With
