John Cotter

NSW/TAS

Over the last 30 years, John’s ministry roles have focused on providing regular personal and professional support for pastors and other frontline workers from diverse denominations, cultures and contexts. Through training, resourcing, consultation, retreats, and one-on-one support he has helped countless pastors to persevere, grow and see fruit amidst the challenges and complexities of ministry.

John is an accredited Professional Supervisor (AAOS), a registered teacher (NESA), and a member of the Australian Christian Mentoring Network (ACMN). He has completed a Master of Divinity degree (MDiv), advanced Mandarin studies and has certifications in coaching and counselling.

For the last 6 years John has specialised in Pastoral Supervision and supervises dozens of ministry leaders across Australia in both English and Mandarin. He also serves as an adjunct lecturer with Charles Sturt University (through St Marks Theological College) training future Professional Supervisors.

At the heart of John's work is a both a longing to see communities of Jesus’ followers fulfilling the great commandment and the great commission, and a conviction that this starts with investing in leaders; helping them to nurture an authentic relationship with Jesus and be consistently encouraged, growing, and accountable in their ministry role.