Testimonials
What Others are Saying About…
Consulting for Community and Small Groups
“I would suggest this training to others because it gives you the tools to have a vibrant small-group ministry in your church.”
- Ryan Shannon, Associate Pastor, Geneseo Evangelical Free Church, Geneseo, Illinois
“My wife and I took the Small Group training and we are very pleased with the systematic way it is laid out and helps groups from start to birthing new groups! It is time well spent and is needed in most churches as small groups are where life challenges are tackled in community with love and grace so that people grow and mature in their walk with God and in love and service for the Kingdom! This is "equipping the saints for ministry"!
— Jan and Andy Ott, Small Group Leaders, Waxhaw Bible Church, Lancaster, South Carolina
“John has been invaluable to me as a small group coach. John not only understands how to multiply small groups, he also monitors current small groups to ensure they are staying healthy and reaching out to new people. Lastly, John does a great job connecting small group discussion back to the message for fuller application.”
— Mark Jones, Small Groups Pastor, Uptown Baptist Church, Chicago, Illinois
“Clear, simple presentation on small-group fundamentals.”
— Blaine Hooper, Church Planting Pastor, Christ our Refugee Church, Houston
“It affirms what you are doing right, yet it gently convicts you of what must be done to keep group ministry healthy and multiplying.”
— Karen Paulson, Disciplemaking Director, Grace Bible Church, Laredo, Texas
"I would recommend anyone who desires a healthy and growing small group ministry to be part of these training sessions for they are immensely helpful and enriching.”
— John Eaccarino, Associate Pastor, Vista Community Church, Greater San Antonio, Texas
“Everyone working in ministry needs to be trained in this area."
— Daniel Perez, Pastor del Ministerio Hispano, Encuentro, Odessa, Texas
“John has been great in helping us put together small group meetings in the church I'm a pastor at. He is a great guy that is easy to work with and is super knowledgable. I would recommend him and pathways to any church that could use some help in this ministry!”
— Humbie Cervera, Senior Pastor, Akouo Church, San Antonio, Texas
““Small groups are critical to the Christian life. Discipleship, teaching, training, fellowship take place in a small group. All churches need a thriving small group ministry, and this training is a great help.”
-Stuart Mason, Small Group Coordinator, Oaks Hills Church, Greater Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas
“To have a clear operating system for setting up or overhauling small groups.“
— Jason Rogers, Director of Student and Life Group Ministry, Hope Fellowship, Greater Houston, Texas
“It’s a comprehensive training for Groups that addresses key issues.“
— Chad McCartney, Pastor of Discipleship, Austin Oaks Church, Austin, Texas
"This training offers a lot [of] tools for group leaders to add to their tool box."
- Chad Smith, Pastor of Discipleship, Northeast Bible Church, Greater San Antonio, Texas
“Our church recently started forming small groups. We’ve had many challenges and questions along the way. John has been a great source of wisdom and encouragement, always offering practical suggestions to any issues we bring him.”
- Kim Gibbs, Small Group Ministry Leader, Holy Ghost Lutheran Church, Fredericksburg, Texas
“John is a very creative thinker who is able to mobilize and connect people through trusting relationships. He was able to take our life group ministry to the next level.”
Scott Stober, Executive Pastor, Evangelical Free Church of Kearney, Kearney, Nebraska
“It was a pleasure to work alongside John as he recognized people’s talents and infused them to accomplish the building of over a hundred small communities. His deep and rich experience is proven in his organization, playbook content and design, and way of leading others. John left a legacy that continues to thrive and grow here.”
-Jason Everett, LifeGroup Leadership Team, Evangelical Free Church of Kearney, Kearney, Nebraska
Consulting for Creation Care and the Environment
“My husband and I recently had solar panels installed on our house and we are pleased with the results....lower electricity costs and a greater investment in our home. We owe much of our inspiration to and encouragement from John Watson. He told us all about his efforts to go green a few years ago from his entrepreneurial efforts where he used to live and all that he did to his own home. We were fascinated and gave it a try. We are glad we did!”
— Jan and Andy Ott, full-time Christian ministry, Lancaster, South Carolina
“While on our church staff, John launched several green initiatives. His passion for and understanding of the issues ignited the interest of people in our congregation and many neighbors in our community. It has been exciting to see our community move forward with green initiatives because of John’s leadership.”
- Rev. Bill Shereos, senior pastor, First Evangelical Free Church, Chicago, Illinois
“As an experienced pastor, John brought a level of understanding to our church’s ‘green conversation’ that was welcome. He came to us already understanding and anticipating the hurdles we’d face as a church. The stories of how he helped his church move incrementally toward more green decisions helped us envision how we could do the same.”
- Kevin Bruursema, Pastor, New Life Community Church, Chicago, Illinois
“John Watson is a remarkable blend of entrepreneur and peacemaker. He has been able to accurately identify the needs in his church and community and create holistic solutions that bring authentic healing and growth to both people and the land."
- Ben Lowe, Author, Green Revolution, Chicago, Illinois
“I wanted my business to do more—more for itself and more for the community. John worked with me to identify real “eco” goals and create a workable “green “ plan for my cafe. He is friendly, professional, practical and fun to work with.”
-Kelly Rogers, chef-owner Kelly's Cafe, Fredericksburg, Texas.
“I first encountered John a few years ago when he began advocating for Fredericksburg and its citizens to adopt a more supportable attitude concerning energy, water and waste…Displaying impressive initiative, drive and focus, John attracted many others to his cause, and in the process, began to slowly change the expectations of the entire community.”
-Bob Hickerson, Vice-Chairman, Hill Country University Foundation, Fredericksburg, Texas
“John and I worked together on several successful community sustainability projects. This included the expansion of our recycling program; the establishment of new policies covering residential solar energy; and the funding and installation of our first electric car charging station…John is a real servant leader as he served the City of Fredericksburg in the recent past.”
-Kent Myers, City Manager, City of Fredericksburg, Fredericksburg, Texas
“I’ve known John Watson for over ten years, and have learned more from him about care for my environment than anyone else I know. But beyond what he’s taught me, what’s impressed me the most is how he personally lives his convictions in every area of his life. It’s a true heart passion for him.”
-John Willome, Executive Director, The Good Samaritan Center, Fredericksburg, Texas
“Our church’s switch to washable cups has been a huge success…Thanks John, for the encouragement to change!”