Church Affiliate Program

Forming Faithful Christians for This Cultural Moment

The Colson Fellows Program exists to serve the Church by supporting the long work of Christian formation. In a time of deep cultural confusion, many believers are searching not for political direction, but for theological grounding, spiritual clarity, and a coherent way to live faithfully as followers of Christ. As a Church Affiliate, you can offer your members a formative journey rooted in Scripture, shaped by the historic Christian faith, and oriented toward faithful presence in everyday life—helping them grow in wisdom, confidence, and courage without reducing discipleship to activism or ideology.

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"We live in urgent times and Christ followers need to be equipped more than ever to respond to the cultural issues of our day with both truth and compassion. I highly recommend every church consider enrolling a team of their key leaders in the Colson Fellows Church Affiliate Program.”

– Ray Williams, City Church Network, Little Rock, AR

“I think it is imperative that the church regains a Biblical Worldview.”

– JD Shanahan, Pastor, New Hope Nazarene, Billings, MT

“It will be vital for the church in the next decade to winsomely engage the culture with the most thoughtful and well-reasoned answers to cultural challenges. We will use the Colson Fellows Program to help us advance the cause of Christ in our city…”

- Eric Creekmore, Director of Church Planting, Hill Country Bible Church, Austin, TX

“I did not appreciate just how vital the Colson Fellows program would be on the front end… I think any pastor who is going to preach, teach, and disciple in the world we are in, should invest in the Colson Fellows program. They will not regret it!”

– Brad Williams, Senior Pastor, The Chapel, Gainesville, FL

“The Colson Fellows Program has been one of the most enriching and equipping experiences for our people. We are most thankful for the Colson Center in partnering with us for the advancement of God’s Kingdom through the local church.”

– Stacie Johnson, Equipping and Worldview Formation, Fellowship Church Knoxville

“Our world is in the middle of the most seismic shifts in most of our lifetimes. The Colson Fellows Program can help followers of Jesus grow in their ability to remain steadfast during these cultural moments."

– Cecil Linke, Lead Pastor, Journey Community Church, Allen, Texas

How can my Church become a Church Affiliate?

Typically, Colson Fellows, serving as lay-leaders in their local church, are the driving force behind the establishment of a Church Affiliate but not always. Increasingly, Pastors and Church Leaders are calling for assistance in equipping their congregations with a deeper understanding of Christian worldview and the times in which we live.

The Church Affiliate Program is a unique opportunity for local churches to partner with the Colson Fellows Program so they can provide best-in-class worldview formation to their members in this challenging cultural moment. As such, we invest in our church partners through free seats, reduced tuition, and staff support with the expectation that they are committed to leading the Program within their church throughout the relationship.

Following an introductory conversation and a shared review of expectations, we work together with church leadership to discern whether the Colson Fellows Program is a good fit for your church’s discipleship goals. If there is mutual clarity and alignment, we will provide a detailed agreement outlining the Program, along with a simple and thoughtful plan for next steps and implementation. In addition, prospective Church Affiliates may receive up to two complimentary seats in the Colson Fellows Program, allowing church leaders to experience the formative journey firsthand and prayerfully evaluate its fit within their congregation.

If, however, you or your church is still unsure or unwilling to maintain this commitment, you can always continue to direct your church members to the Colson Fellows Program directly. We will be happy to help them any way we can.

For more details, click on the "Let's Get Started" button below and a Senior Relationship Manager will review the process with you and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who will lead our Church Affiliate?
How much does the program cost?

Licensed Church Affiliates, enter into a simple revenue-sharing arrangement where they only pay $450 per student and charge their participants up to the standard tuition rate of $900, enabling them to provide and administer the Colson Fellows Program to members of their congregation. A Senior Relationship Manager will review the details of that arrangement upon receipt of the "Let's Get Started" form.
How are the finances handled?

Each student pays their tuition directly to the Church Affiliate. We will then invoice the church for those students who remain enrolled as of October 1st. This allows your learners to get settled into the Program and ensures that you only pay for those students who are committed to completing the Program. It is important that students bear the cost of tuition as this is a graduate-level program and investment on the part of the student is essential to their commitment to finish the Program. Books are approximately $200, in addition to tuition, and can be purchased by students from a resource of their choice.
I attend a Church Affiliate. How do I apply?

“The Colson Fellows Program is not just another Bible study or small group experience. The materials and format provide the backdrop for some of the most engaging conversations you can offer the people in your church. Students will be challenged to consider their core beliefs and gain confidence in addressing the most divisive issues in our culture without having to resort to a defensive and divisive tone. The whole process is not just focused on educating but on providing a formative opportunity. Our world is in the middle of the most seismic shifts in most of our lifetimes. The Colson Fellows Program can help followers of Jesus grow in their ability to remain steadfast during these cultural moments.”

– Cecil Linke, Lead Pastor, Journey Community Church, Allen, Texas

– Cecil Linke, Lead Pastor, Journey Community Church, Allen, Texas

Church Affiliate Program

Forming Faithful Christians for This Cultural Moment

Affiliate Testimonials

"We live in urgent times and Christ followers need to be equipped more than ever to respond to the cultural issues of our day with both truth and compassion. I highly recommend every church consider enrolling a team of their key leaders in the Colson Fellows Church Affiliate Program.”

“I think it is imperative that the church regains a Biblical Worldview.”

“It will be vital for the church in the next decade to winsomely engage the culture with the most thoughtful and well-reasoned answers to cultural challenges. We will use the Colson Fellows Program to help us advance the cause of Christ in our city…”

“I did not appreciate just how vital the Colson Fellows program would be on the front end… I think any pastor who is going to preach, teach, and disciple in the world we are in, should invest in the Colson Fellows program. They will not regret it!”

“The Colson Fellows Program has been one of the most enriching and equipping experiences for our people. We are most thankful for the Colson Center in partnering with us for the advancement of God’s Kingdom through the local church.”

“Our world is in the middle of the most seismic shifts in most of our lifetimes. The Colson Fellows Program can help followers of Jesus grow in their ability to remain steadfast during these cultural moments."

How can my Church become a Church Affiliate?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who will lead our Church Affiliate?

How much does the program cost?

How are the finances handled?

I attend a Church Affiliate. How do I apply?

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