About the School
Named for Scripture's premier model of
prophetic formation.
The Samuel School for Prophets exists because the body of Christ has a prophet problem — not a shortage of those claiming the title, but a shortage of those who have been genuinely formed for the office. Prophets are not made in weekend conferences or certification courses. They are made through sustained, intentional formation that develops the whole person.
The school takes its name from the model that Scripture itself provides — the prophet Samuel, who built schools of the prophets to raise up officers with theological depth, spiritual integrity, and the relational accountability that the prophetic office demands.
This program is not for the curious. It is not for those who want a credential without the work. It is for those who have been genuinely called to the prophetic office and who are ready to be formed — rigorously, deliberately, and completely — for the weight of what they carry.
Curriculum
12 Months. One Formation Journey.
Who the prophet is before what the prophet does
The interior landscape of the prophet shapes the prophetic expression
Building the theological bedrock that holds the weight of the mantle
Distinguishing the gift of prophecy from the office of prophet
The character of the prophet is the container that holds the anointing
What the prophet can do — abilities, utilities, and faculties of the office
How the prophet speaks — the art and responsibility of prophetic expression
A governmental seat with jurisdiction, accountability, and weight
Ecclesial, marketplace, and governmental prophetic assignment
No prophet is an island — the relational infrastructure that sustains the mantle
The commission is not chosen — it is received and surrendered to
Formation was never the destination. Deployment is.
Capstone Intensive Weekend
Where formation becomes commissioning.
Friday Evening
Opening Convocation
A solemn gathering of the cohort to mark the transition from formation to assessment.
Saturday Morning
Prophetic Symposium
Panel-led examination of prophetic theology, ethics, and office from each participant.
Saturday Midday
Commission Profile Presentations
Each participant presents their completed Commission Profile before the panel.
Saturday Afternoon
Doma Readiness Assessment
Formal administration of the Doma Readiness Assessment instrument.
Saturday Evening
Prophetic Activation Night
A corporate prophetic exercise in community — a demonstration of what has been formed.
Sunday Morning
Commissioning Service
For those assessed commission-ready, the formal public commissioning service.
Sunday Midday
Closing Charge
Final words of charge, blessing, and release from the faculty and administration.
Admission is not granted on desire alone.
Personal statement of faith and commitment to Christ
Prophetic calling confirmed by senior leadership
Completed application plus $50 non-refundable fee
Pastoral or senior leadership recommendation
Peer character reference from someone who knows you in ministry
Spousal reference (if married)
Prophetic Aptitude Assessment (PAA)
45-minute admissions panel interview
Tuition & Enrollment Tracks
Formation Track
$1,500 total
Deployment Track
$1,800 total
Continuing Education Track
$1,200 total
Interest-free payment plans available. The Samuel School does not participate in Title IV federal financial aid programs.