Our entire experience with the CAT process was excellent! Beyond the affirming, and sometimes challenging, content of the CAT report itself, far and away the most impactful aspect of our engagement of HC!C was the weekend long in-person interpretation sessions and conversations with HC!C representative Elizabeth Hamilton. Elizabeth’s caring and wise engagement with leadership and the congregation gave broader meaning to our data and was a real inspiration for us as we move forward in our mission study and search process. (October 2026)

We highly recommend Holy Cow! Consulting. One of the greatest benefits was using the resources provided to come up with ideas to inspire participation in assessment. The guidance from our consultant was helpful for topics to cover in “small group” settings and procedures to keep on track. (October 2026)

Interpreting survey data to provided insights for planning and then leading a robust and practical planning process. This provided practical after-action steps. Our vestry left the planning retreat filled with enthusiasm and learning for next steps. Our consultant was knowledgeable, experienced tuned into our particular context, provided spiritual grounding for her very practical counsel, a good listener, very well prepared. (October 2026)

Our work with Holy Cow! provided the facts and clarity we needed to write our Parish Profile, information for our Vestry and some excellent background data for our next rector. Worth the money….we would highly recommend using their services. (September 2026)

Thank you so much for your talent at taking something complex and making it understandable to people at a variety of different levels. Holy Cow! Consulting has been a valuable partner in our transition process. We not only have a better idea of who we are as a congregation but you also provided us with actionable ideas and documents that we can immediately put to use. (July 2026)

Working with Holy Cow! Consulting is well worth the money. Support from our consultant has been outstanding. The most valuable information has been understanding the climate and culture and all supporting data as we begin our planning process. (June 2026)

It was a good experience. We learned a lot about our church and how the members are feeling. Though the assessment process was very involved we received support from the beginning to end. It was very helpful hearing how we measured up to other churches was amazing. We are doing good for a small congregation. It is always good to hear that you have some strengths. It helps you to continue moving forward. Our consultant really made herself available to us. She did a great job explaining and breaking down information so it was understandable and useful. (June 2026)

The work with Holy Cow! confirmed the work we’ve done so far is on track and identifying opportunities we had not thought about and potential problems we were not aware of. We would tell other potential clients that “it is well worth it!” (May 2026)

This work has helped to frame the areas we need to pay attention to – for our upcoming minister search and for strategic planning. Importantly, it really helps to understand what the congregation is feeling, wanting, and needing. (June 2026)

Holy Cow! exceeded expectations in every way. Elizabeth was phenomenal. In addition to exceptional communication skills she blends her command of the statistical model with her hands-on experience with Presbyterian congregations such as ours. The presentation was well-paced and engaging throughout. She was smart and related the results well to our congregation and community. The session was thoughtfully structured, highly engaging, and provided meaningful, actionable insights. Elizabeth created an open and constructive environment that encouraged participation and made the data/information easy to understand. The trust in the leaders to guide the next chapter of the church’s development – it gives us confidence to make the moves we need to, knowing the congregation are with us. (May 2026)