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Spiritual Formation

Deepen Your Connection with God and Lead Others on Their Journey

Certificate Overview

In a world hungry for authentic spirituality, learn to cultivate practices that help you and others discover the difference Jesus makes in everyday life.

Certificate Courses

Required Courses
Discerning: Exploring Call to Ministry
Overflow: An Introduction to Growing in Faith
Taste and See: Connecting with God through Spiritual Practices
Choose Two
Following Jesus to Purpose and Meaning
Overflow: Loving God with Our Mind
Overflow: Loving God with Our Spirit
Lutheranism: Bound and Free

Wondering if this is right for you?

A Faith+Lead Certificate in Spiritual Formation prepares you to follow Jesus more deeply while helping others do the same.

How the Process Works

  • Take 4-6 essential courses and workshops in spiritual formation
  • 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
  • Join an optional coaching cohort for additional guidance

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?

This certificate helps you develop a deeper relationship with God while learning how to walk alongside others in their spiritual journey. You'll gain both theological understanding and practical tools for spiritual formation in today's world.

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!