Application Process

Personal Discernment

Because the program makes a significant financial investment in its participants, it is necessary for participants to discern if School of the Spirit is right for them at this time. Consider the following discernment questions before you apply:

  • Are you able to attend all sessions?

  • Do those you are responsible for (work, staff, members to whom you report) know of your interest in School of the Spirit? Is there anyone with whom you need to have a conversation before beginning? Any support staff/lay leadership you need to put in place should something arise? --- because it will! What, if anything, would you need from them to participate fully and freely?

  • Consider the same questions in regard to your family.

  • Are there any current priorities you need to consider re-arranging or special circumstances you need to consider to be able to fully participate?

The application deadline is April 30, 2025, or until the entering class is full.

  • Participation is open to all denominations and limited to 24 clergy/lay ministry professionals (church staff, spiritual directors, health care professionals, and leadership of Christian non-profits).

  • To apply, please submit the following online application. If you prefer to download and mail the application form, click here.

  • Accepted participants will receive a detailed agenda, reading and engagement list, directions to Starrette Farm, and more in the weeks before our first retreat together.

  • If you are reading this after the application due date, PLEASE contact Deeper Journey Ministries at info@DJMnc.org for availability. Oftentimes, life happens and a spot opens up.

Online Application Form

Please be ready to pay a non-refundable $50 administration fee upon submission of this application. Subsequent submissions are free.

Payments

Three ways to pay:

  • PAY BY CHECK: Your check is made payable to Deeper Journey Ministries with “SOS16” on the memo line (your check is your receipt). Mail to: Deeper Journey Ministries, PO Box 1288, Troutman, NC 28166

  • PAY BY BANK TRANSFER, ZELLE app: 704-488-5825 - no fees apply

  • PAY ONLINE by credit card: https://DJMnc.org/payments

    - or -

  • Mail your application (unless you registered online above)

    • SEND TO: Deeper Journey Ministries, PO Box 1288, Troutman, NC 28166

Applications will continue to be reviewed until April 30, 2025, or until the entering class is full.