Whether or not you’ve previously read The Collective Journey book or participated in a Collective Journey Cohort, the Leadership Intensive is a unique experience that provides a distinctly different level of development.

In addition to the in-person retreats and one-on-one mentoring that is included, this program is focused on the specific needs, concerns and challenges of seasoned leaders.

The Leadership Intensive is a space for leaders both in and outside a ministry environment.

Whether you serve in traditional vocational ministry (as a Pastor, Church Staff Member, or Team Leader) or in a professional setting as an entrepreneur, non-profit leader, or workplace supervisor - this program offers tremendous insight and development for Christian Leaders of all kinds.

As this program is designed specifically for seasoned leaders, the application process allows our team to ensure this is the best fit for your current season of life and ministry. We want the experience to be as beneficial as possible for those who are committed to going deeper in spiritual formation.

A select number of applicants are chosen each year to ensure the group is private, intimate and well-matched with other individuals in the group.

• Opening Retreat: September 25-27, 2026

• Closing Retreat: February 19–21, 2027

• Location: Tableview Farm, 10599 Warland Road, Marshall, VA 20115

• Lodging: On-Site or at nearby Partner Site

The Collective Journey Leadership Intensive is a total investment of $2,950 for the 6-month program.

This total includes the cost of lodging, meals, and material taught at the Opening and Closing *Retreats, all teaching materials, group sessions, and six private one-on-one coaching calls with Lisa Potter throughout the six months.

Upon purchase, you have lifetime access to the curriculum, training materials and bonuses, as well as early access to new programs, coaching opportunities and other bonuses from Lisa Potter.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE:

• Application Fee: $250

  • Non-refundable upon application acceptance

  • Contributes towards total enrollment cost.

• Remaining Balance: $450/mo. (6 months)

  • Payments begin on the first month of the program and are divided equally across the 6 month period.

Concerned about budget, but still want to join?

Many leaders reach out to their parent organization or church to inquire if they’d be willing to cover a portion of the cost or offer reimbursement as part of an ongoing education or leadership development fund.

Additionally, some scholarship funding may be available. If you are in need of financial assistance, please note this on your application form.

*Attendees are responsible to cover their own travel to and from the retreat site.

TEACHING: Plan on blocking off about 45-60 minutes per week. Each week you will receive an email with the assignment and weekly video. (The assignments can be completed at your leisure and if you need to skip a week, you can always “double up” the following week!)

ASSIGNMENTS: Beyond the average weekly commitment, there are four additional assignments (1 per foundation). These assignments may take a little extra time, but are beneficial to your life and leadership. They include assignments such as completing a story map, a vision and values statement, and developing your network/community.

COACHING: Included in the Leadership Intensive, each participant is given six one-on-one coaching sessions with Lisa Potter. Plan for 60 minute sessions each month. Booking link sent upon acceptance.

RETREATS: The Opening & Closing Retreats are each held over a 3-day period in Marshall, Virginia, so please include travel time in your plans.

• Opening Retreat: September 18-20, 2025

• Closing Retreat: February 19–21, 2026

• Location: Tableview Farm, 10599 Warland Road, Marshall, VA 20115

• Lodging: On-Site or at nearby Partner Site

There is the opportunity to join live calls between the Opening and Closing Retreat. Upon application acceptance, you’ll receive the dates for the Live Calls and the zoom links are included on the online host site. The Live Calls are recorded and emailed to the participants the next morning for those who may need to miss the meeting.

2025-2026 Group Meeting Dates are all 7pm EST:

• October 21

• November 18

• December 16

• January 20

The Collective Journey Leadership Intensive is a combination of in-person and online experiences.

The two retreats are held in-person at Marshall, VA.

Both one-on-one mentoring and the teaching take place online through live zoom calls and high-quality video curriculum.

Online, you can also interact with women who are also in the Leadership Intensive through comments and reflection assignments. In addition, we create a private Chat Room for each group to create space for conversation and relationship-building.

I recommend four books to read on your leisure and to purchase for your library. These are not required to complete the journey, but are good books to read to continue deepening your life and leadership path.

• Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership (Ruth Haley Barton)

• A Work of Heart (Reggie McNeal)

• Dare Mighty Things (Halee Gray Scott)

• Braving the Wilderness (Brene Brown)

While The Collective Journey Leadership Intensive is intended primarily for personal development and community and does not count toward college credit, there is a separate 4-course class, “The Women’s Collective Cohort,” available through Ascent College, that includes many of the principles taught in this book. Click here for details.

At the conclusion, you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion that will allow you to facilitate hosting a group of your own through The Collective Journey. This is an ideal way to build community with a team of leaders or volunteers at your church, in your ministry, or even in a non-profit organization.

In addition, participants are given a Leaders Guide to assist in facilitation.