e2: effective elders — Organization Profile
e2: effective elders is a Christian leadership coaching and resource ministry focused on encouraging and equipping the shepherds of Christ’s church—elders. The organization serves elder teams and church staff by combining relational coaching with practical training and a growing library of print and digital resources. Alongside its coaching work, e2 publishes materials that help congregational leaders understand the biblical role of an elder and develop healthier leadership practices in real church settings.
e2 describes its beginnings in 2008, with later incorporation and recognition as a 501(c)(3) in 2012. From the start, the ministry’s stated focus has been singular: serving elders as they lead, shepherd, and guard the church. e2’s work often connects to churches and leaders within the Restoration Movement tradition, while its core leadership development emphasis is broadly applicable to elder-led congregations seeking clearer alignment, stronger shepherding, and healthier governance.
A major way e2 serves churches is through its books and bundled libraries. The “e2 Bundle” highlights the scope of its publishing: a set of thirteen books plus a JUMP START workbook. Titles in the series address both the inner life and outward responsibilities of elders—covering themes such as calling and character, leadership and shepherding, conflict resolution, church health, and practical next steps for teams. e2 also publishes specialty resources like An Elder’s Playbook (2nd Edition), presented as a collection of “plays” an elder team can use to address common leadership and ministry situations.
In addition to print resources, e2 offers digital libraries and video-based training. Its “e2 Talks” curriculum is described as a substantial bank of video instruction for elders, and the ministry also offers “e2 All Access,” a membership option that includes online formats of e2 books, embedded videos, and additional written resources. These tools are designed to make ongoing elder development possible for entire leadership teams, not only individual leaders.
e2 complements its publishing with coaching, events, and conference training. The organization states that it provides leadership coaching for elder and staff teams in both individual and group settings, including virtual options. e2 also maintains an active events calendar featuring teaching and conference participation—often in partnership with churches and Christian colleges—aimed at strengthening local-church leadership.
e2: effective elders lists its mailing location as Indianapolis, Indiana, and serves churches and elder teams across the United States and beyond through a mix of on-site and online resourcing. Leaders can engage with e2 by exploring the book catalog, purchasing digital training libraries, inviting e2 to train elders in local or regional settings, or starting a coaching conversation for an elder team. Supporters can also partner financially through the ministry’s giving options.
Key Links
- Website: https://www.e2elders.org/
- Shop (Books & Digital Resources): https://www.e2elders.org/shop/
- e2 Bundle (books + JUMP START workbook): https://www.e2elders.org/shop-input-0f9s7kjs79is9/p/2jinib74dzbbq9ezp8ilq4keshzezz-hmmm9
- An Elder’s Playbook (2nd Edition): https://www.e2elders.org/shop-input-0f9s7kjs79is9/p/an-elders-playbook
- e2 All Access (Member Areas): https://www.e2elders.org/member-areas
- What We Do: https://www.e2elders.org/what-we-do/
- Who We Are: https://www.e2elders.org/who-we-are
- Events & Conferences: https://www.e2elders.org/events/
- Contact: https://www.e2elders.org/contact-us/
- Donate: https://www.e2elders.org/
Contact Information
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- Mailing address: PO Box 39030, Indianapolis, IN 46239-0030
Socials
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/e2elders/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@e2elders
Leadership
- Gary Johnson — Cofounder and Executive Director
- Jim Estep — Cofounder
- David Roadcup — Cofounder
- Mike Killebrew — Partnership Director
- Debbie Poer — Engagement Director
- Ellen Clodfelter — Operations Director
- Jared Johnson — Resources Director
- Christina Bledsoe — Communications Director
- David Wright — Advancement Director
