This Prayer School offers a transformative spiritual formation experience. Participants will gain practical tools and theological insight to deepen their prayer lives. The event emphasizes training in contemplative prayer practices, offering guidance rooted in biblical theology and Christian tradition. Zahnd’s Prayer School is designed to foster discipleship through: Engaging with ancient Christian practices such as praying the Psalms and silence.

Developing a prayer life that is both theologically rich and spiritually formative.

Encouraging lifelong discipleship through deepened communion with God.

Friday Apr 25 (7:00 pm) to Saturday Apr 26 (1:30 pm), 2025

Registration is $25/person. If a scholarship is needed, please use the discount code: Pray2025. You can register at the link below.

Friday, April 25, 2025

Session 1: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Saturday, April 26, 2025

Continental Breakfast: 9:00 AM

Session 2: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Light Lunch: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Session 3: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Brian Zahnd is the lead pastor of Word of Life Church in St. Joseph, Missouri, which he founded in 1981. He is a well-known author, speaker, and advocate for contemplative prayer and rediscovering the rich traditions of ancient Christianity. His books include Sinners in the Hands of a Loving God, Unvarnished Jesus, and The Wood Between the Worlds, all of which explore themes like nonviolence, spiritual transformation, and navigating faith amid modern challenges. Zahnd has led over 100 Prayer Schools, offering deep insights into the practice of prayer and spiritual formation, and helping individuals cultivate a profound and personal connection with God. His teachings draw on biblical theology and historical Christian practices, making his work both accessible and deeply transformative.