Mentoring with Barry
In business or in the church, if you’re a man in leadership, a year with Dr. Barry Jay Chole will change the way you see your self, your life purpose, and your God.
Barry holds a DMin in leadership, is a certified spiritual director, and has been providing formal spiritual mentoring and direction since 1985.
Everything he touches grows. His belief in people is transformational. One leader summed up Barry’s influence by saying, “Others taught me to run. Barry taught me how to walk.”
Currently, Barry is offering private spiritual direction (sign up for as many or as few sessions as you like) and a 12-month group experience called The7thYear.
2025 the7thyear Group Track
One-Time Administrative Fee: $377 (Non-Refundable)
- Due after an applicant is accepted into the7thyear to hold the spot and to cover administrative support for the participant’s year-long experience.
- If you change your mind about participating before the7thyear begins, the administrative fee will be converted to a tax-deductible donation to Lii and a receipt will be issued.
Monthly Fee: $377
Includes:
- ONE 60 min. monthly one-on-one spiritual direction/mentoring session
- ONE 75 min. monthly small group teaching (4-6 participants)
- Five of Alicia’s books
- During the Men’s the7thyear, participants will have the opportunity to register for a men’s prayer retreat led by Barry at the Chole’s prayer retreat home in Branson, MO (www.rrbranson.com)
Additional Fees: 10 of 15 reading list resources, travel to/from optional retreats, community meals at retreats, and 3% Paypal processing fee if you opt to pay your admin and/or participant fee via Paypal.
Next Group Begins: Spring 2025 (accepting applications now)
Scholarships: Available as funds permit for up to 50% of the monthly participation fee.
Please note: Dr. Barry Jay Chole also offers personal spiritual direction. For more information, email grow@leadershipii.com.
Spiritual Direction with Barry
Personal Spiritual Direction with Barry
Registration Fee: none
Session Fee: $125 for 60 min. session
Process:
Click HERE to sign up for spiritual direction with Dr. Barry Jay Chole. Simply select a time that works for you and submit your payment to reserve the spot. You'll receive reminders as your time approaches. When you sign up, feel free to send Barry a note about anything you especially want to focus upon together.
Scholarships: Scholarships are not currently available for spiritual direction.
Barry's Story
"I’ve been devoted to helping men become interiorly healthy for 30+ years. Some say I’m like a fitness trainer for their souls. I just feel privileged to walk toward Jesus alongside men who in addition to being successful leaders, long to be healthy humans."
One marketplace leader summed up the perspective of many when he said, “Some men taught me how to run. Barry taught me how to walk.” Others who have stayed with the Choles have shared, “The most healing part of my stay was observing Barry as a husband and father.” Barry has been a safe, wise mentor to leaders around the world. Barry has been in full-time ministry since 1983 and was ordained in 1988. Throughout the past three decades, Barry’s focus has been mentoring men, serving university students, facilitating international student ministry, and consulting for third-culture transitions.
Barry holds a B.A. in History, an M.A. in Applied Linguistics, an M.Div, a D.Min in Leadership, and is a Certified Spiritual Director. In addition to being the lead men's mentor for Lii and providing spiritual direction for men around the globe, Barry serves the CEO of www.rrbranson.com (the Chole’s prayer retreat home in Branson, MO).
Letters & Training
Certified Spiritual Director, DMin Leadership, M.Div., M.A. Applied Linguistic, B.A. History, Ordained minister.
Favorite Reads
Marginby Dr. Richard SwensonYou simply have to read this
Practicing His Presenceby Brother Lawrence and Frank LaubachA classic I read annually
Anonymous: Jesus’ Hidden Years and Yoursby Alicia Britt CholeYes, the author IS my wife…and I still say this is an excellent, timeless read.
My Utmost for His Highestby Oswald Chambers
"For me, the7thyear with Barry was a time of focused discipleship, understanding of nearness with God, living in closeness to Jesus.”
"He was more than a leader. He is a friend and a brother."
“The mentoring journey with Barry was a thoughtful experience allowing me to reflect on God and what His word means and how it applies to me. Barry is a guide, mentor, and friend through the journey of experiencing and knowing God on a different level."