F³ Program Application

Faith, Focus, Forward | 2027 Cohort

Hosted by Mt. Zion Baptist Church and launched through the Midwest Gospel Preaching Summit.

F³ equips pastors and ministry leaders to strengthen their leadership and help their churches become community hubs for healing, justice, education, and neighborhood transformation. Rooted in Luke 4:18–19, the institute combines biblical formation with practical ministry development.

Program at a Glance

January 2027: Meet and Greet

February 2027: Put Your Mask on First — leadership wellness

May 2027: Community Care Church Certification

July 2027: Community Ministry Innovation Lab

October 2027: Prophetic Preaching and Communication

Participant investment: $250 for the full year. Pay in full or in five payments of $50. Scholarship assistance is available when cost would prevent participation.

Each participating church will develop a community care action plan and design and launch or improve one ministry responding to a demonstrated local need. Small implementation grants of $500 may be available if funding allows; applying does not guarantee funding.

How to apply

Complete all sections. Type your responses; email additional pages if needed. Submit the completed application. PDF Questions? Email Pastor Marcus Allen at 1mtzlife@mtzlife.com or call (608) 255-5270.

Applicant Information

First Name

Last Name

Ministry Title or Role

Email Address

Phone Number

Your Mailing Address

Country/Region

Address

Address - line 2

City

Zip / Postal code

Preferred Contact Method

Phone

Text

How did you hear about this program?

Church and Ministry Background

Church Name

Church Mailing Address

Country/Region

Address

Address - line 2

City

Zip / Postal code

Church Website or Social Media Page

Denomination or Affiliation

Years in Pastoral Ministry/Years in Current Role

Approximate Average Worship Attendance

Community Served

Why do you want to participate in F³, and what do you hope to gain for yourself and your congregation? Max. 200 words.

Briefly describe your current ministry responsibilities and the community your church serves. Max. 150 words.

What are the two or three most pressing needs in your community? How have you learned about these needs? Max. 200 words.

Describe your church’s current community ministries and partnerships. Where do you see opportunities to grow? Max. 200 words.

Readiness and Ministry Goals

What community ministry would you like to develop or strengthen through F³? Who would it serve, and what change would you hope to see? Max. 200 words.

Who in your congregation or community could help you implement this ministry? Describe any support you already have or need to build. Max. 200 words.

Which area would most strengthen your leadership, and why: wellness, community care, ministry innovation, or preaching and communication? Max. 200 words.

Is there anything else you would like us to know?

Participation Commitment

Please check each item to indicate your willingness to participate. If an item presents a concern, explain it below.

Attend Midwest Preaching Summit in October and quarterly leadership training.

Develop a personal leadership wellness plan and a church community care action plan.

Work with my congregation to strengthen or design and launch one community ministry.

Complete assessments, quarterly progress reports, and a final ministry impact report.

Engage in respectful learning and protect confidential information shared by peers.

Questions or Concerns About These Commitments:

Applicant Affirmation

I affirm that the information in this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance or implementation funding. If selected, I intend to participate in the learning and ministry activities described above.

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F³ Program Application

Faith, Focus, Forward | 2027 Cohort

Hosted by Mt. Zion Baptist Church and launched through the Midwest Gospel Preaching Summit.

Program at a Glance

January 2027: Meet and Greet

February 2027: Put Your Mask on First — leadership wellness

May 2027: Community Care Church Certification

July 2027: Community Ministry Innovation Lab

October 2027: Prophetic Preaching and Communication

Participant investment: $250 for the full year. Pay in full or in five payments of $50. Scholarship assistance is available when cost would prevent participation.

How to apply

Applicant Information

First Name

Last Name

Ministry Title or Role

Email Address

Phone Number

Your Mailing Address

Country/Region

Address

Address - line 2

City

Zip / Postal code

Preferred Contact Method

Phone

Text

How did you hear about this program?

Church and Ministry Background

Church Name

Church Mailing Address

Country/Region

Address

Address - line 2

City

Zip / Postal code

Church Website or Social Media Page

Denomination or Affiliation

Years in Pastoral Ministry/Years in Current Role

Approximate Average Worship Attendance

Community Served

Why do you want to participate in F³, and what do you hope to gain for yourself and your congregation? Max. 200 words.

Briefly describe your current ministry responsibilities and the community your church serves. Max. 150 words.

What are the two or three most pressing needs in your community? How have you learned about these needs? Max. 200 words.

Describe your church’s current community ministries and partnerships. Where do you see opportunities to grow? Max. 200 words.

Readiness and Ministry Goals

What community ministry would you like to develop or strengthen through F³? Who would it serve, and what change would you hope to see? Max. 200 words.

Who in your congregation or community could help you implement this ministry? Describe any support you already have or need to build. Max. 200 words.

Which area would most strengthen your leadership, and why: wellness, community care, ministry innovation, or preaching and communication? Max. 200 words.

Is there anything else you would like us to know?

Participation Commitment

Please check each item to indicate your willingness to participate. If an item presents a concern, explain it below.

Attend Midwest Preaching Summit in October and quarterly leadership training.

Develop a personal leadership wellness plan and a church community care action plan.

Work with my congregation to strengthen or design and launch one community ministry.

Complete assessments, quarterly progress reports, and a final ministry impact report.

Engage in respectful learning and protect confidential information shared by peers.

Questions or Concerns About These Commitments:

Applicant Affirmation

Signature

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