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1,000,000+ worshippers impacted

Healthy leaders fueling a strong global church

Likewise walks alongside Worship Leaders, equipping them to lead sustainably and discipling them to finish well.

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Group of people seated in a room with patterned carpet and abstract wall art, engaged in a moment of prayer or reflection with heads bowed and some raising hands.
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Two women warmly hugging in a crowd, one smiling with glasses and gray hair, the other with hair tied back, in a warmly lit indoor setting.
Two men wearing 'Likewise Worship' shirts play ukuleles in an outdoor covered area, engaging with a small group of children.
Person wearing a denim jacket and baseball cap sitting in a dimly lit room with both arms raised upward in a gesture of celebration or worship.
A tattooed drummer wearing a white cap and shirt plays a drum set on the right, while a guitarist wearing a cap stands on the left with warm stage lighting behind him.
Group of people seated in a room with patterned carpet and abstract wall art, engaged in a moment of prayer or reflection with heads bowed and some raising hands.
Person raising a hand with a black ring against a background of warm yellow bokeh lights.
Close-up of a young child with dark hair and bangs smiling warmly, wearing a white top with a colorful beaded necklace against a softly blurred background.
Two women warmly hugging in a crowd, one smiling with glasses and gray hair, the other with hair tied back, in a warmly lit indoor setting.
Two men wearing 'Likewise Worship' shirts play ukuleles in an outdoor covered area, engaging with a small group of children.
Person wearing a denim jacket and baseball cap sitting in a dimly lit room with both arms raised upward in a gesture of celebration or worship.
A tattooed drummer wearing a white cap and shirt plays a drum set on the right, while a guitarist wearing a cap stands on the left with warm stage lighting behind him.
Man with a mustache playing an acoustic guitar on stage with focused expression.
Woman passionately singing into a microphone on stage, wearing a light-colored long-sleeve shirt with stage lights in the background.
Two male musicians performing on stage; one playing drums and the other playing a bass guitar, both focused on their instruments against a dark backdrop.
A band performing on stage with one musician in the foreground playing an acoustic guitar, two musicians in the background playing electric guitars, and stage lights shining brightly.
A large group of people standing closely together inside a wooden room with high ceilings and string lights, some with their arms around each other in a communal, supportive gesture during a gathering or worship event.
Black and white image of a male drummer wearing a denim shirt, playing drums with his eyes closed and singing into a microphone.
Smiling woman with long dark hair wearing a cream-colored knit sweater seated on a mustard leather chair in a warmly lit indoor setting.
Man with a mustache playing an acoustic guitar on stage with focused expression.
Woman passionately singing into a microphone on stage, wearing a light-colored long-sleeve shirt with stage lights in the background.
Two male musicians performing on stage; one playing drums and the other playing a bass guitar, both focused on their instruments against a dark backdrop.
A band performing on stage with one musician in the foreground playing an acoustic guitar, two musicians in the background playing electric guitars, and stage lights shining brightly.
A large group of people standing closely together inside a wooden room with high ceilings and string lights, some with their arms around each other in a communal, supportive gesture during a gathering or worship event.
Black and white image of a male drummer wearing a denim shirt, playing drums with his eyes closed and singing into a microphone.
Smiling woman with long dark hair wearing a cream-colored knit sweater seated on a mustard leather chair in a warmly lit indoor setting.
Our aim

Likewise serves those who serve the church.

Worship leaders are leaving ministry at high rates. Likewise supports leaders at every stage with preventative and restorative community, care, and coaching that help them lead healthy ministries and finish well.
The problem

Church leaders are facing burnout

73%

Don’t take enough weekends off or observe a regular sabbath

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A Silent Exodus: Why We Exist
Every Sunday, worship leaders carry the weight of artistry …
theology, and pastoral care — and quietly burn out. It's the church's greatest unspoken crisis. And the reason we exist.
51%

Do not have a mentor walking alongside them

43%

Considered leaving ministry
In the past year

Only 61% of worship leaders feel valued by their church leadership…
That means 39% don't and they're still showing up every Sunday anyway.
our programs

Here's how we're responding

Serving & preserving worship leaders by providing community, care & coaching.
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We disciple, develop & deploy a new generation of worship leaders into the local Church.
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Equipping & supporting worship leaders and songwriters to create, collaborate, and commission music that serves the Church.
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Hope and healing for victims of abuse and trafficking through the power of music.
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Bridging the gap between worship leaders & churches with a relational, health-focused approach to placement.
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At a glance

Our impact by the numbers

3300

Leaders Served since 2021

10

major cities and growing

4729

1-ON-1’S WITH WORSHIP LEADERS

1322

gatherings held since 2021

Resources

The Likewise Pathway

Discipleship isn’t one-size-fits-all, it’s a journey that grows over time. Likewise  is here to help you find your place.
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Events

Community

Monthly Gatherings are a time to connect with other local worship leaders and build relationships in your city. We are better together!

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Retreats

Attend one of our restorative retreats for worship leaders! Step away to rest and be recharged for the ministry ahead of you.

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Likewise Go

Serve survivors of human trafficking with a team of other local leaders on one of our GO trips!

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Equipping

School of Worship

Enroll in an 8-month, in-person worship development program in Southern California. Be trained and prepared to step into your calling.

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Ministry Coaching

Tackle challenging ministry dynamics or obstacles with a Likewise Certified Coach.

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Vocal Coaching

Experience professional vocal coaching tailored to worship leaders! Our coaches can help you with improved stamina, technique, range, and even vocal rehabilitation after injury or strain.

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Likewise Bridge

Ready for your next ministry assignment? Become a candidate for open ministry roles through our specialty staffing program.

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Cohorts

Go deeper with intentional, weekly cohorts designed for spiritual formation, leadership, and ministry health.

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Resources

The Healthy Voice Club

Join our growing community of healthy voices! Get vocal exercises & workouts delivered to your inbox as well as exclusive access to group zoom calls and workshops with our Likewise Vocal Coaches.

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The Healthy Leader

Join 1,100+ leaders in reading our free Healthy Leader Newsletter! Delivered 2x per month to your inbox.

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Health Check

How are you, really? Take this free self-assessment to gain insight into your own ministry health.

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Care

Care ranges anywhere from needing someone to listen, to full restoration. We’d love to meet you where you are at. Schedule a free one on one with our team!

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Forge Partner

Monthly givers sustain our mission and restore weary leaders.
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Focus Partner

One-time givers fuel our most urgent work and annual goals.
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Frontline Partner

Your major gift enables expansion and ensures frontline leaders are never alone.
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