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Preaching Certificate 

Build your foundation and find your voice as a beginning preacher.

Certificate Overview

Learn the foundations of grace-centered, biblical preaching, grow in your spiritual identity as a proclaimer, and develop the confidence to craft and deliver clear, engaging sermons for any occasion. This Faith+Lead Certificate honors your unique calling while strengthening your faith and your ability to communicate God’s story effectively.

 

 

Certificate Courses

Required Courses
You've Been Asked to Preach: Now What?
Special Occasion Preaching
Interpreting Scripture for Preaching
Preaching in a Polarized Society Workshop
Choose one from the following:
Storied Faith: Connecting with God Through Story
Lutheran Characteristics of Preaching

Wondering if this is right for you?

A Faith+Lead Certificate in Preaching develops your skills as a beginning preacher in ways that honor your calling and your context while building your knowledge of the Bible and growing in your faith.

 

How the Process Works

  • Take 4-6 essential courses and workshops in preaching
  • 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.

 

Who Should Enroll?

For Those New to Ministry
This certificate builds your knowledge of the Bible and helps you grow in your faith so you can develop a deeper trust in God’s faithfulness in your ministry context today.

For People of Faith Who Deliver Sermons
Move from sermon anxiety to pulpit confidence; learn to structure and deliver faithful, engaging messages tailored to your congregation.

 

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Choose the option that gives you the most value and start learning today.

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?

A Faith+Lead Certificate in Preaching develops your skills as a beginning preacher in ways that honor your calling and your context while building your knowledge of the Bible and growing in your faith.

 

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.

Don’t see your question addressed?

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