Amazing Parish

What Amazing Parish does

Amazing Parish is a U.S. Catholic nonprofit organization founded in 2013 by Patrick Lencioni and John Martin to coach Catholic pastors and parish leadership teams in building healthier, more mission-focused parishes. The organization delivers a five-phase coaching engagement — progressing from Pastor through Team, Parish Leadership, Pews, and World — grounded in Lencioni's organizational health framework and adapted for parish contexts, alongside monthly Pastor Masterclasses, content resources (The Better Pastor book, Rebuild My Church whitepaper, blog), and an annual Leadership Summit that rotates across U.S. cities (most recently San Antonio 2024, with Houston 2026 upcoming).

Its core technology is not software but a codified coaching methodology packaged around three pillars — Unceasing Prayer, Healthy Teamwork, and Active Discipleship — and a content library that includes books, whitepapers, masterclass recordings, and webinar archives. The company maintains no proprietary software platform, mobile app, API, or integration footprint; distribution is hybrid, combining direct one-on-one coaching relationships, an in-person summit, virtual masterclasses, digital self-serve content downloads, and a referral network fed by parishioners and diocesan contacts.

The business model blends three revenue streams: tiered summit ticketing ($400-$675 per attendee), a four-tier monthly donation program ($25, $50, $100, $500) that subsidizes coaching for parishes in need via the Fr. Jim Lee Scholarship Fund, and coaching services whose fees are not publicly disclosed. The primary customer segments are individual Catholic pastors and parish leadership teams, with secondary reach into diocesan staff and Catholic nonprofit leaders. Cumulative reach is stated as 1,100+ pastors and 1,200+ parishes across more than a decade, operating in a domestic U.S. addressable market of approximately 17,500 parishes. The organization is headquartered in Greenwood Village, Colorado, has fewer than 10 employees, and is led by Executive Director Tim Glemkowski, appointed August 2024.

Name

Amazing Parish

Legal name

Amazing Parish

Website

https://amazingparish.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Amazing Parish is a U.S. Catholic nonprofit founded in 2013 that provides coaching, events, and content to help Catholic pastors and parish leadership teams build healthier parishes through prayer, teamwork, and active discipleship.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Religious Leadership Coaching

NAICS

Religious Organizations (813110), Religious Organizations (81311)

akta.pro primary industry

Denominational & Ecclesiastical Governance Bodies (Dioceses, Synods, Conferences) (BPAGAJAB)

Keywords

• Parish leadership coaching
• Catholic clergy development
• Organizational health consulting
• Parish transformation services
• Leadership formation programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Greenwood Village

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Event Tickets: Revenue from the annual Amazing Parish Leadership Summit, with tiered pricing for individual passes ($450) and team discounts ($425 for 2-6 passes, $400 for 7+ passes).
2. Donations and Monthly Partnerships: Monthly giving program through the Fr. Jim Lee Scholarship Fund with four tiers: Shepherd's Heart ($25/month), Culture Builder ($50/month), Transformation Partner ($100/month), and Mission Multiplier ($500/month). Donations subsidize coaching costs for parishes in need.
3. Coaching Services: One-on-one coaching from parish transformation experts, with costs subsidized through the scholarship fund for qualifying parishes.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Amazing Parish provides coaching, leadership development, and educational resources to Catholic pastors and parish leadership teams to transform parish culture. Its core offering is a five-phase parish transformation coaching program (Pastor, Team, Parish Leadership, Pews, World) grounded in Patrick Lencioni's organizational health framework, supplemented by an annual Leadership Summit, monthly online masterclasses, and downloadable resources.

Product overview

Amazing Parish is a Catholic parish coaching and leadership development organization that offers a portfolio of services centered on its core coaching program, supplemented by events, resources, and digital content. The main offerings include: Amazing Parish Coaching (a five-phase parish transformation coaching program), the annual Leadership Summit (a three-day conference event), Pastor Masterclasses (monthly online sessions), The Better Pastor Book (a resource by Patrick Lencioni), the Rebuild My Church Whitepaper, and blog/webinar content. The organization works with over 1,100 pastors across the country to build healthy parish cultures through prayer, healthy teamwork, and active discipleship.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Amazing Parish Coaching A comprehensive parish transformation coaching program delivered in five phases (Pastor, Team, Parish Leadership, Pews, World), in which coaches work shoulder-to-shoulder with pastors to build healthy organizational culture, strong leadership teams, and mission-focused parishes through prayer, teamwork, and active discipleship. Costs are subsidized through the Fr. Jim Lee Scholarship Fund for qualifying parishes.
• Amazing Parish Leadership Summit Annual three-day leadership summit bringing together pastors, ministry leaders, diocesan staff, and Catholic changemakers for prayer, formation, and practical leadership development. Features keynote speakers, breakout sessions, team tracks, and individual tracks. Tiered pricing from $400 to $450 per person with team discounts. The 2026 event is scheduled for August 3-5 in Houston, TX.
• Pastor Masterclasses Monthly online masterclass sessions created exclusively for pastors exploring parish transformation and priesthood revitalization. Features 60-minute sessions with practical leadership lessons and a clear path forward for parish communities.
• The Better Pastor Book A book by Patrick Lencioni telling the story of a fictional priest who discovers a powerful way to revitalize his ministry. Available as a free eBook or hardcover purchase on Amazon. Serves as an entry point to the Amazing Parish movement.
• Rebuild My Church Whitepaper A free whitepaper drawn from over a decade of experience walking alongside 1,100+ pastors. Outlines six core convictions needed to lead real parish renewal, including missionary urgency, leadership team transformation, and culture shaping.
• Fr. Jim Lee Scholarship Fund Named scholarship fund honoring Fr. Jim Lee, providing coaching support to pastors regardless of parish finances. Supports pastors with potential for great holiness and leadership who cannot afford full coaching costs, funded through four monthly giving tiers: Shepherd's Heart ($25/month), Culture Builder ($50/month), Transformation Partner ($100/month), and Mission Multiplier ($500/month).

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1,100 pastors coached with documented parish transformation outcomes
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• 4Marks PrintingminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2026Summit sponsor supporting the 2026 Leadership Summit.
• Alliance of Catholic Ministries (ACCU)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2026Summit sponsor supporting the 2026 Leadership Summit.
• Catholic Bible PressminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2026Summit sponsor supporting the 2026 Leadership Summit.
• Christendom CollegeminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2026Summit sponsor for the 2026 Leadership Summit.
• Encounter SchoolminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2026Summit sponsor for the 2026 Leadership Summit.
• FOCUS ParishminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2026Summit sponsor for the 2026 Leadership Summit.
• Paradisus DeiminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2026Summit sponsor for the 2026 Leadership Summit.
• Partners in MissionminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 March 2026Summit sponsor for the 2026 Leadership Summit.
• The Table GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2026Founded by Patrick Lencioni, The Table Group provides organizational health expertise that forms the intellectual foundation of Amazing Parish methodology. Pat Lencioni is co-founder of Amazing Parish.
• St. Joseph Financial Services (SJFS)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 August 2025Presenting sponsor for the 2026 Amazing Parish Leadership Summit. Jonathan Boulos, CEO of St. Joseph Financial Services, is listed as a speaker at the summit.
• Augustine InstitutecoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 August 2025Co-presenting sponsor for the 2026 Leadership Summit. Dr. Tim Gray, President of The Augustine Institute, is listed as a speaker at the summit.
• USCCB (US Conference of Catholic Bishops)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2024Tim Glemkowski remains on the USCCB Executive Team for the National Eucharistic Revival following his role as CEO of the National Eucharistic Congress. Connects Amazing Parish to episcopal leadership nationwide.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Emerging players

• Augustine Institute: Catholic media and formation organization with parish and diocesan programs. Co-presenting sponsor of Amazing Parish's 2026 Summit, with overlap in faith formation content distribution to parishes.
• FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students): Catholic missionary organization with a growing parish division (FOCUS Parish) that competes for diocesan engagement and parish renewal programs. Summit sponsor of Amazing Parish indicates overlap and partial competition.

Others

• National Eucharistic Revival / National Eucharistic Congress: USCCB-led initiative that the prior CEO of Amazing Parish's executive director led. Related as a complementary catechetical and devotional movement rather than a direct competitor.
• The Table Group: Patrick Lencioni's organizational health consultancy that provides the intellectual foundation of Amazing Parish's methodology. Related as the originating partner rather than a competitor.

Direct peers

• Dynamic Catholic: Founded by Matthew Kelly, focuses on Catholic personal and parish transformation through books, programs, and events. Competes for the same Catholic parish leader mindshare and donation dollars.
• Catholic Leadership Institute: Provides consulting, workshops, and coaching for Catholic priests, bishops, and parish leaders under the 'Good Leaders Grow' framework. Closest direct competitor with overlapping methodology and identical core customer (Catholic pastors).
• Parish Catalyst: Provides consulting and resources for Catholic parishes on leadership, discipleship, and stewardship. Directly competes for organizational health and renewal engagements.
• Rebuilt Parish: Offers coaching, books, and the Tensors parish transformation program targeting Catholic parishes. Competes head-to-head with Amazing Parish for parish leadership development engagements.
• The Evangelical Catholic: Catholic ministry focused on evangelization and discipleship training for parishes. Overlaps with Amazing Parish's mission of building active disciples and thriving parish cultures.

Regional players

• Barna Group: Research and consulting firm that publishes Catholic parish and leadership research. Adjacent rather than direct, but competes for the same diocesan/pastor attention with research-driven insights.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/AmazingParish
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/amazingparish
• Instagraminstagram.com/amazingparish
• Xx.com/amazingparish

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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