David Barter
Sydney, NSW
With over 23 years of pastoral ministry experience, Dave Barter brings a compassionate, authentic, and deeply practical voice to preaching and leadership development. Having journeyed through the realities of ministry life—including burnout, anxiety, and recovery—Dave speaks with honesty, wisdom, and hope, helping leaders and churches cultivate healthier, more sustainable ministry cultures. Dave is a certified Mental Health First Aid Trainer, Pastoral Supervisor, and Ministry Coach with Hope Made Strong, equipping pastors and church leaders to lead from a place of emotional, spiritual, and relational health. His teaching combines biblical insight with lived experience, offering practical encouragement that resonates with ministry leaders, carers, and everyday Christians alike. As the author of A Better Way, Dave is passionate about helping people discover healthier rhythms for ministry, leadership, and life. His preaching is marked by authenticity, warmth, and a strong pastoral heart,
Topics
Faith, Mental health, Holy Spirit, Care Ministry, Leadership, Emotional health, Pastoring, Team Building, Spiritual Formation, Mens Ministry, Christian Mental Health, Healing