While many churches model a top-down hierarchy of leadership, on-the-ground roles and responsibilities are often far more nuanced. And when everyone shares in serving in leadership, congregations and individuals have the opportunity to thrive. This booklet examines the field of second-chair leadership, and area of study that seeks to understand how leaders and their deputies work together. It examines a range of roles and church cultures, and outlines practical ways ahead for both first- and second-chair leaders