Life Coaching & Pastoral Care
The Acts 2 Hub exists to equip youth and adults with a faith that lasts—anchored in God's Word, shaped by community, devoted to prayer, and expressed through service led by the Holy Spirit.
A welcome message from Ryan will be shared here soon.
Welcome to Acts 2 Hub, where faith meets practical guidance. Inspired by the early church in Acts 2, we believe in the power of community, prayer, and service to transform lives.
Whether you're navigating life transitions, seeking spiritual growth, or looking for someone to walk alongside you in your journey, Acts 2 Hub provides a safe space for exploration and growth.
Our approach combines biblical wisdom with practical life coaching techniques to help you discover your purpose, overcome obstacles, and deepen your relationship with God.
Scripture as our foundation for guidance and wisdom.
Growing together through authentic relationships.
Seeking God's guidance in every step.
Living out faith through action and love.
I am so glad you are here. Taking the first step toward clarity, growth, or healing takes courage, and I want you to know that this is a safe space for you. My name is Ryan Barkan, and I founded Acts 2 Hub to serve as a compassionate guide for anyone navigating life's many chapters. Whether you are deeply rooted in your faith or just looking for direction, you are welcome here.
My passion for walking alongside others grew out of a deeply personal and difficult chapter in my life. In July 2020, my father passed away. In the midst of that heavy season of grief and loss, I experienced the presence of the Holy Spirit in a completely new, undeniable way. During his final days, my father prophesied over me that one day I would be a pastor.
At the time, I never dreamed that would ever actually happen, let alone that I would form this hub. Yet, in that moment of brokenness, I felt a profound sense of peace and a clear calling to a higher purpose—a reminder from the Spirit to be bold and live with no fear.
Clarity didn't happen overnight. It took many years of listening, waiting, and learning to fully realize how to put this calling into action. I realized that so many of us navigate deep transitions and everyday struggles without a practical, supportive environment to figure things out. Out of that patient journey and my father's words, Acts 2 Hub was born.
This calling was never meant to be carried alone. Some of my greatest joys come from serving side by side with my family—whether that's leading worship, playing keys on a Sunday morning, or simply showing up together to love the people God puts in front of us.
Just like the early church in Acts 2, faith in our home is something we live out together. Watching my kids use their gifts to serve others reminds me that a faith that lasts is one that gets passed on, shared, and lived out loud in community.
Inspired by the intentional, supportive community of the early church, my goal is to combine biblical wisdom with practical life coaching techniques. Together, we will focus on:
A confidential space to explore your unique challenges without judgment or pressure.
Real-world, actionable goals to help you overcome obstacles and move forward.
Anchoring your personal growth in timeless truths that apply directly to your daily life and relationships.
Book a Discovery SessionI am incredibly excited to lock arms with you and watch you break down every barrier standing in your way! I invite you to step past the hesitation today, accept the challenge to try something new, and let's see the incredible things God wants to do in your life.
What are you struggling with? Let's explore together.
Foundational teaching on the early church and how it applies to your life today.
Biblical principles for managing money wisely and achieving financial freedom.
Prepare for marriage with pastoral guidance and biblical foundations.
Compassionate support during difficult times of loss and transition.
Connect with others in small group settings for mutual encouragement.
Guest speaking and teaching for your church or ministry event.
Guidance for new believers on next steps in their faith journey.
Understanding baptism and taking next steps in spiritual growth.
Not sure what you need? Let's talk and discover together what led you here.
Take the first step toward clarity and growth.
A discovery session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other, discuss your current situation, and explore how coaching might help. It's a no-pressure conversation where you can share your struggles and ask questions about the process.
Typical coaching sessions last 45-60 minutes. The frequency and duration of ongoing coaching can be tailored to your needs and schedule.
Yes, all coaching sessions are completely confidential. What you share in our sessions stays between us, creating a safe space for open and honest conversation.
While our approach is rooted in Christian faith, we welcome everyone who is seeking guidance and support. You don't need to be a Christian to benefit from our coaching services.
Coaching fees vary depending on the type and duration of services. We discuss pricing during the discovery session and can work with you to find a solution that fits your budget.
Yes! We offer both in-person and online coaching sessions via video call, making it convenient for you to connect from anywhere.
Therapy often focuses on diagnosing and healing deep clinical trauma or mental health conditions. Christian life coaching is forward-looking, practical, and action-oriented. Think of it as walking alongside a pastoral guide who combines biblical wisdom with real-world strategy to help you navigate transitions, clarify where God is leading you, and take concrete next steps. (If clinical care is ever needed, we always support connecting with a licensed professional alongside spiritual mentorship.)
The Acts 2 Hub exists to equip youth and adults with a faith that lasts—anchored in God's Word, shaped by community, devoted to prayer, and expressed through service led by the Holy Spirit.
Acts 2 Hub is a specialized ministry, life coaching, and pastoral care platform. We do not focus on gathering structural membership, managing localized church governance, or replacing the vital local church assembly.
We exist to walk alongside individuals during major transitions, helping them build a strong spiritual foundation so they can thrive. Our services are tailored specifically for the individuals, coaching clients, and families utilizing services from the Acts 2 Hub network.
The Holy Spirit is the active, personal presence of God living inside and walking alongside believers every day—bringing comfort, wisdom, peace, and direction when we don't know what step to take next (John 14:26). In the second chapter of the Book of Acts, the early church began when the Holy Spirit empowered everyday people to live with boldness, deep community, and devotion to prayer. Acts 2 Hub follows that exact blueprint. Our motto, "No fear - Be bold - Holy Spirit is moving," is a reminder that God isn't distant—His Spirit is actively guiding and strengthening you through life's hardest transitions.
Because Acts 2 Hub is a specialized ministry and coaching platform rather than a traditional local church, we don't have formal "church membership"—instead, we invite you to partner with us as the Holy Spirit leads. You can participate by praying for our ministry and the people we serve, getting involved in a fellowship group or launching your own circle where the Spirit is stirring you, or sharing Acts 2 Hub with someone walking through a tough transition. If you feel the Holy Spirit prompting you to get involved, book an Open Conversation or reach out through our contact form so we can connect as the Spirit leads.
Choosing to be baptized is one of the single biggest, most monumental decisions of your life. It is the definitive first decision of open obedience that immediately follows your initial choice to follow Jesus Christ.
The Practice: Following the clear pattern set by Christ, we believe in baptism by full immersion in water, representing being completely buried with Christ in His death and raised up into a brand-new life (Romans 6:4, 2 Corinthians 5:17).
Our Offering: I offer formal baptism preparation services and actively assist with baptisms for individuals within our ministry network. We celebrate this public declaration of an inward reality, marking a permanent line in the sand for a believer's future as they go 'all in' for Jesus.
I believe biblical marriage is exclusively the sacred covenant union between one man and one woman. This foundational blueprint was established by God in Genesis and explicitly affirmed by Jesus (Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:4-6). Because of this deeply held scriptural conviction, I operate strictly under a traditional marriage framework and will not officiate or host same-sex wedding ceremonies. My calling as an ordained pastor is to honor God's defined design for marriage as a holy picture of Christ and the Church.
Acts 2 Hub is a relaxed, 'come as you are' environment where absolutely anyone can sit down, open up, and explore faith through our coaching and pastoral care services. Loving people and creating a safe sanctuary does not mean altering our core theological convictions to match cultural shifts. We lead with radical grace first, but we remain anchored in the truth of God's Word. Everyone is welcome to utilize our coaching and open conversations, but our biblical standards for covenant leadership and marriage remain firm.
I believe men and women are created with absolute spiritual equality, dignity, and value, but God has designed distinct, complementary roles for order within the family and the church. Following a traditional, complementarian understanding of Scripture (1 Timothy 2:12, 3:1-7), I believe the office of elder and the primary governance/senior teaching authority of the local church are biblically reserved for qualified men. Women are vital to the health of the Kingdom and serve powerfully across ministry structures, teaching, leading teams, and operating in their spiritual gifts—all while respecting biblical order and spiritual authority.
While the Bible was written by human authors, it was divinely inspired by God. The historical reliability of the surviving manuscripts is overwhelming compared to any other ancient literature. The Bible isn't just an ancient book of disconnected rules; it is a single, unified story that points directly to Jesus, whose transformative power we still actively experience today.
God created a world with genuine free will, which unfortunately opened the door for human rebellion and suffering. However, God didn't stay distant from our pain. In Jesus, God entered directly into our suffering, experiencing the worst of human evil on the cross. While we don't always get an immediate answer to 'why,' we have the profound promise that God is redeeming all things and will one day wipe away every tear (Psalm 23:4).
Hell is the ultimate realization of a person's choice to live independently of God. God respects human freedom so much that He honors a person's choice to reject His grace. The good news is that God has gone to extraordinary lengths—sending Jesus—so that no one has to choose separation from Him (John 3:16).
I believe every human life is created in God's image and has sacred worth from conception (Psalm 139:13–16). Because God forms and knows every child in the womb, I stand firmly for the protection of unborn life. At the same time, Acts 2 Hub is a grace-filled, judgment-free sanctuary. Whether someone is facing an unexpected pregnancy or carrying grief from a past abortion, Jesus meets us with love, forgiveness, and restoration—never condemnation (Romans 8:1). We are here to walk alongside you with compassion and support.
While none of us have seen eternity firsthand, Scripture gives us clear anchors for what comes next. Physical death is not the end—we each face eternity either in God's presence (heaven) or separated from Him (hell) (Hebrews 9:27). For those who trust in Jesus, death means immediately stepping into His presence, with the ultimate promise of a resurrected, glorified body when Christ makes all things new (2 Corinthians 5:8, Philippians 3:20–21). Heaven isn't earned by being "good enough"; it is a free gift of grace received through faith in Jesus (Ephesians 2:8–9).
Jesus spoke extensively about stewardship because money is one of the greatest competitors for our hearts (Matthew 6:21). We don't talk about money to get something from you; we talk about money to help get something for you—financial peace and spiritual freedom. Our coaching is built around equipping you with the biblical literacy, debt-free direction, and long-term wisdom needed to master your money so you can live with margin and give generously (Proverbs 22:7).
As an ordained pastor, my calling is to serve the spiritual needs of individuals wherever the Holy Spirit directs. Major life milestones—like preparing for marriage or navigating the grief of an end-of-life transition—require deeply personal, focused spiritual care and practical coaching. We provide these targeted sessions specifically to help the people within the Acts 2 Hub network process these critical thresholds with high-touch pastoral support, ensuring they are anchored, cared for, and spiritually equipped for whatever comes next.
You are never meant to walk this journey alone. Come exactly as you are, and let's discover what's next.
"Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me."
— Psalm 23:4
Grief, loss, and end-of-life planning can feel heavy and overwhelming. Whether you are actively walking through a season of mourning, preparing for a loved one's final days, or looking for a trusted pastor to honor someone's legacy, you do not have to carry this weight by yourself.
This is a confidential, grace-filled space focused entirely on comforting your heart, anchoring your spirit, and lifting the logistical burden of planning a memorial or funeral service.
We can adapt our time together to meet your exact spiritual and emotional needs right now:
Protecting your pulpit. Refreshing your leadership. Serving your congregation.
"Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season..."
— 2 Timothy 4:2
Every lead pastor and church ministry team needs a season to rest, recharge, or attend to short-term personal needs. Finding a substitute speaker who connects deeply with your congregation and delivers a powerful, gospel-centered message shouldn't add to your leadership stress.
This isn't just about filling a calendar slot. I approach every invitation with prayer, seeking the Holy Spirit's direction to deliver a timely, biblically anchored word that strengthens your local house and keeps your momentum moving forward.
I tailor my substitution services to match the unique dynamic, flow, and structural layout of your local ministry:
Your pulpit is a sacred trust. I enter your community as a supportive ally to lift up your lead pastor's vision, honor your existing church culture, and step in wherever the Holy Spirit leads us to serve.
Clean slate. Public declaration. New life. Let's celebrate what God is doing in you.
"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!"
— 2 Corinthians 5:17
Water baptism is the beautiful, biblical outward expression of the inward transformation happening in your life. It is your opportunity to stand up and publicly declare to the world: "The old me is gone, and I am all in for Jesus."
Following the clear pattern set in scripture, we practice baptism by full water immersion. This represents being fully buried with Christ in His death and raised up out of the water into a brand-new life.
It isn't a magical ritual that makes you perfect, and it isn't a test you can fail. It is a celebratory milestone where you mark a clear line in the sand for your future. Whether you made a decision to follow Christ five minutes ago or fifty years ago, this is your next step of obedience.
Baptism can bring up a lot of practical and spiritual questions. In our one-on-one discovery session, we will chat through everything in a relaxed, unhurried space:
You don't need to have your entire spiritual life figured out to get baptized. You just need a heart that says 'yes' to Jesus. Let's get you ready for the water.
You are never meant to walk this journey alone. Come exactly as you are, and let's discover what's next.
"For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."
— Matthew 6:21
In the Bible, money isn't a taboo topic—it is a tool meant to be managed with purpose, clarity, and peace. This isn't a judgment-filled math lecture. This is a confidential, one-on-one coaching space to step away from daily financial survival and intentionally map out a path to freedom.
We custom-tailor our deep-dive coaching sessions to focus on whichever area of our structural pillars you need to conquer first: