Recapturing the Evangelical Political Imagination 

The J29 Coalition is a network of theologically conservative pastors seeking to disciple the American Evangelical church in kingdom-shaped politics.

WHAT WE DO

  • Host conferences, digital workshops, and in-person retreats for clergy, ministry leaders, and theologians.

  • Curate resources for clergy and congregations. 

  • Connect pastors with opportunities for care, coaching and connection

Join a Webinar!

J29 Cohort is for pastors who want to faithfully disciple their congregations through the current cultural and political moment. To get an idea of what the J29 Cohort will be like, sign up for one of our webinars.

A cohort for pastors dealing with political polarization in their congregations.

Pastoral ministry has been more challenging in recent years than ever before. As our civic life has deteriorated, pastors are one group that has been affected the most. Do you need a trusted group to help you navigate the difficulty of leading during this politically divisive time? Do you want to learn how to better disciple your congregation through these tumult? The J29 Cohort is for you! We’ve designed a 3-month cohort for working pastors that will provide encouragement, support, and a vision for your congregation's future as you navigate the choppy waters of 2025 and beyond. Best of all, our generous donors have covered much of the cost. Find out more below.

“… seek the peace and prosperity of the city to which I have carried you into exile. Pray to the Lord for it, because if it prospers, you too will prosper”

— Jeremiah 29:7

Pastors need encouragement, support, and training on how to flourish during politically divisive times. J29 Cohort can help.

Learn More About The J29 Cohort

Virtual Gatherings: Thursdays, 2pm eastern, Sept 18 to Nov 6

In-person Retreats:

McAllen, TX, Sept 9-11

Chicago, IL, Nov 11-13

Do you have questions or want to learn more about the J29 Cohort? Reach out to Napp Nazworth or Caleb Campbell, organizing leaders of the J29 Cohort.

 J29 Cohort FAQs

  • All pastors serving in congregations dealing with any level of political division or confusion are eligible to apply. J29 Cohort is open to women and men from all denominations, but our focus is on those who self-identify as theologically conservative and evangelical. Most of our presenters will come from conservative evangelical spaces.

  • The fee will be on the following sliding scale based upon your income.

    Income under $30,000: $0

    $30,000-$49,999: $50

    $50,000-$79,999: $100

    $80,000-$134,999: $500

    $135,000-$199,999: $1,000

    Income $200,000 and above: $1,500

  • The J29 Cohort is an American Values Coalition project and will be led by Pastor Caleb Campbell.

  • There will be two in-person gatherings. One will be in McAllen, TX, and another will be near Chicago.

  • Political theology, how to pastor people through conspiracy theories, how to love our Christian Nationalist neighbors, cultivating a Christian view of citizenship, counseling & soul care for congregants, among other topics.

  • We will limit the entire cohort to 50 participants. Space is limited, so register here to claim your spot. Each cohort participant will be placed in a small group of about 10 people to process key ideas and teachings throughout the experience.

  • The J29 Coalition is about equipping you to lead your congregation with courage, resiliency, and faithfulness. We want to invest in pastors because you invest in your people weekly. We’re here to serve you so you can better serve your congregation. Have more questions? Reach out to napp@americanvalues.org.

  • The J29 Coalition is funded through individual donors and grants. It is an initiative of The American Values Coalition, a non-profit, pro-democracy organization that supports politically homeless Americans by connecting them to a fact-based community to prevent radicalization and restore democratic norms. You can learn more at americanvalues.org or give directly to the J29 Coalition here.

  • Sign up for one of our informational meetings above. You can sign up for more info here, or register for the cohort by filling out the application here. If you have any other questions, you can email napp@americanvalues.org.