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Contextual and Cultural Ministry Certificate

Minister with Compassion in Today's Diverse World

Certificate Overview

God is already at work in every community—but no two are exactly alike. A Faith+Lead Certificate in Cultural and Contextual Ministry equips you to recognize the unique dynamics of your context and share the Good News of Jesus in ways that are faithful, thoughtful, and culturally resonant.

Certificate Courses

Required Courses
PopGods: Thinking Theologically about Pop Culture
A More Excellent Way: The Gospel in an Age of Division
Justice in the Bible
Choose Two:
The Book of Acts: The Ever-Expanding Church
Positions: Thinking Theologically about Politics
Habitat: Thinking Theologically about the Environment
Real Faith in an AI World: Rethinking Digital Ministry
Funding Forward: A Pathway to More Sustainable Models for Ministry
Leading Youth and Children in Faith Formation

Wondering if this is right for you?

A Faith+Lead Certificate in Contextual and Cultural Ministry prepares you to build bridges across differences with confidence and grace.

How the Process Works

  • Take five essential courses and workshops in contextual and cultural ministry
  • Practice what you learn in your context
  • Track the time spent on each course or workshop
  • Report on the learning in each of your courses or workshops
  • Create a final reflection project integrating your learning

Your Tools for Success

  • Access a secure digital platform for your work
  • Receive fast, friendly technical support

Earning Your Certificate

Upon completion, you will receive a downloadable certificate and a record of your learning journey that you can share with your church, denominational leadership, or anyone who requires proof of your accomplishment.

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Non-Member Pricing

$299

One-time purchase

  • Access to all course materials and workshops for the Faith+Lead Certificate
  • Includes free 12-month Faith+Lead membership with certificate enrollment
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Member Pricing

$75*

*by joining Faith+Lead Membership for just $19.99 per month

  • Easy access to all course materials and workshops for the Faith+Lead Certificate
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Frequently Asked Questions

What will I learn in this certificate program?

You'll discover how to connect authentically across cultural differences with biblical grounding and practical skills. Instead of feeling stuck when cultures clash, you'll learn to listen deeply, embrace differences as gifts, and adapt your ministry to truly meet people where they are. These aren't just academic ideas—they're transformative practices that will change how you see and serve your community.

The Faith+Lead Certificate is self-paced, allowing you to integrate the learning into your ministry context while maintaining your current responsibilities. Most participants complete the program within 6-12 months.
All of our certificate programs are fully online and flexible, so you can take them from any time zone, anywhere in the world.

Yes, we offer special rates for regional church bodies and congregations looking to train multiple leaders. Contact us for details at support@faithlead.org.

If you’re serving in an ELCA context, we’ve carefully designed this certificate to fulfill specific contextual ministry competencies. Download our friendly guide to see exactly how each course connects to ELCA requirements.

No problem! We’ll credit what you’ve already completed. Simply fill in this form when you’re ready to enroll, and we’ll provide a discount code for courses you’ve already taken.

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Email us at support@faithlead.org for more information. We’ll be delighted to connect!