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"A true shepherd leads the way.
He does not merely point the way."

– Leonard Ravenhill

Dan Houze has more than 30 years of experience in full-time church ministry. Before entering the ministry, he had additional experience in business ownership and management. He received a Master of Arts degree in Christian education with an emphasis in leadership from Dallas Theological Seminary.

Dan founded two churches – one in Dallas where he served seven years as senior pastor and one in southern Indiana where he served 21 years as senior pastor. His ministry experience also includes serving as a youth pastor.

Dan has served various non-profit organizations as a board member and consultant. With his passion for leadership, he also has worked as a consultant for other churches and private businesses. He enjoys playing golf, reading, watching classic old movies, teaching and discipleship. Dan and his wife Kim reside in Abilene, Texas, and have two sons and four grandchildren.

Scripture provides a litany of leadership lessons if only we’ll take the time to consider their application to today’s world. You may be a pastor, CEO, teacher, or parent.

If others follow you, the question isn’t whether you’re a leader….

The real question is:

What kind of leader do you want to be?

Learn More In Dan's Book

In “The Path of the Shepherd Leader: How to Lead Like Jesus,” Pastor Dan Houze offers dozens of biblically based characteristics that define shepherd leadership.

Through his decades of pastoral experience and training others to become leaders, Pastor Houze provides timeless principles based on the truth of Scripture that will help every leader realize God’s ultimate calling on their life: “Feed My Sheep.”

Praise For The Path Of The Shepherd Leader

"I have participated in Danny’s leadership class and the material is outstanding. Danny uses biblical examples of leadership, both good and bad, to highlight important concepts. These practical principles apply to church leadership, but are also applicable to business organizations and life relationships. The focus on loving God and loving people is a welcome constant throughout his teaching. Danny’s teaching style blends strong biblical insight with humor and humble transparency. I highly recommend Danny and his leadership class!"

Mark D. Foster, CFA

Kirr, Marbach & Co | Managing Partner
Columbus, Indiana

"Dan is an authentic leader with a caring spirit, passionate to connect with people and assisting them to make adjustments to improve their lives and deepen their relationship with Christ. I witnessed this firsthand with one of my sales teams at a regional meeting on leadership. Dan came in, presented biblical leadership principles and was one of the most impactful speakers addressing the sales team. Each person left eager to make adjustments in their approach to servant-heart leadership and working to live their best life."

Jon Webb

Integrated Power Services | Sr. VP of Sales
Greenville, South Carolina

"A well-written book for all leaders and especially new leaders. Houze uses his personal experience in the corporate world, church, and home to connect and challenge readers. He describes that shepherd leaders come alongside those they lead to have influence in their lives, and lovingly care for them. A must-have for equipping leaders in your organization."

Jeff Jewett

Pastor
Columbus, Indiana

Consultations & Seminars For Christian Leaders

12:8 Ministries wants to help you grow in Christian leadership, no matter where you are starting from today. Dan Houze and 12:8 Ministries can design a session for your organization’s leadership ranging from a half day to 2 full days, as one-on-one or in group sessions. Within that time together, Dan can address topics such as conflict management, organizational transitions and communications based on your needs. Let us know if you are interested in an on-site session, or 12:8 Ministries can arrange for retreat settings to best fit your group.

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MISSION
To walk alongside Christians leaders to equip and encourage excellence in leadership to the glory of God.

VISION
We mentor Christians who lead, by utilizing resources, and small group retreats to sharpen leadership skills. This is accomplished by helping the leader(s) grow in their identity through the resources of God’s love, God’s Word, God’s Spirit, and God’s people, which together create organizational excellence.