Cultivate – Zera Ministries

THE CULTIVATE PROCESS

ZERA MINISTRIES · 2-YEAR LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Cultivate is a 2-year process designed to form Great Commission Christians — believers who are enthusiastic and equipped to lead others to Christ, disciple them, and multiply that impact for generations. Formation happens through three integrated pillars, all within a close-knit cohort community.

PILLAR I

Character Formation

23 biblical character qualities assessed and developed through weekly 1-on-1 mentoring

PILLAR II

Doctrinal Foundation

4 semesters of theology — Missiology, Spiritual Gifts, Hermeneutics, and Apologetics

PILLAR III

Ministry Skill

5–10 hrs/week serving in a real ministry context with coaching and growing responsibility

⏱ WEEKLY TIME COMMITMENT

1 hr

Mentoring

2–3 hrs

Class + Prep

5–10 hrs

Ministry Service

2 hrs

Monthly Cohort

WHO SHOULD APPLY

Cultivate is for emerging leaders who are Faithful (committed followers growing in spiritual disciplines), Available (able to commit 8–14 hours per week for 2 years), and Teachable (open to honest feedback and character assessment).

Questions? Visit zeraministries.org or speak with a program director.

Personal Information

Tell us a bit about yourself.

Full Name*

First Last

Email Address*

Phone Number*

Date of Birth*

How did you hear about Cultivate?*

Faith & Spiritual Life

Help us understand where you are in your walk with God.

Describe your relationship with Jesus Christ. When did you become a follower, and how has that shaped your life?*

What does your current spiritual life look like? (Check all that apply)*

Regular Bible reading or study

Consistent prayer life

Active in a local church

Involved in a small group or community

Currently being discipled by someone

Currently discipling someone else

The Cultivate Process is built around becoming a Great Commission Christian — someone who makes disciples who make disciples. What does that vision mean to you personally?*

Availability & Commitment

Cultivate is a serious 2-year commitment. We want to set you up for success.

Cultivate requires 8–14 hours per week for 2 years (mentoring, class, ministry service, and cohort gatherings). Knowing this, how would you honestly rate your current availability?*

I can fully commit — my schedule can accommodate this

I think I can make it work with some adjustments

I’m not sure — I have significant competing commitments

I’m not ready right now but want to stay connected

What ministry or service are you currently involved in, and how many hours per week do you invest in it?*

Character & Teachability

Cultivate will involve honest, ongoing assessment of your character. We want to know how you approach growth.

The Cultivate Process involves honest assessment of your character — including areas where you need to grow. How do you typically respond to correction or critical feedback?*

Is there anything in your current life — relational, moral, financial, or otherwise — that you believe could be a significant obstacle to your full participation in Cultivate? You don’t need to go into detail, but honesty here matters.

Vision & Calling

Tell us where you sense God leading you.

Where do you sense God calling you in the next 3–5 years? What kind of leader do you want to become?*

Reference 1

Please provide someone who knows your faith and character well — a pastor, mentor, or small group leader. No family members please.

Reference 1 — Full Name*

Reference 1 — Relationship to You*

Reference 1 — Email Address*

Reference 1 — Phone Number*

Reference 2

A second reference from a different context than the first is ideal.

Reference 2 — Full Name*

Reference 2 — Relationship to You*

Reference 2 — Email Address*

Reference 2 — Phone Number*

Agreement

Please read and confirm before submitting.