Discipleship Prayer School

Behold the beauty of Jesus.Become His Dwelling.Build His House of Prayer.

A transformational discipleship experience focused on prayer, intimacy with Jesus, spiritual formation, and mission.

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Since 2019

300+ disciples sent

About the Program

A life rooted in prayer, activated in mission.

Dwelling Place, Discipleship Prayer School, exists to train and equip men and women to encounter Jesus deeply, live lives consecrated to Him, and become bold intercessors and missionaries.

9 mo.

Immersive Program

24/7

House of Prayer Access

40+

Nations Reached

1:8

Mentor to Student

Our Vision

What is a Discipleship Prayer School?

At Dwelling Place, we focus on more than training people to pray. We cultivate lives deeply rooted in the presence of Jesus and empower believers to become intercessors who impact communities and nations.

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Phase 01

Formation

Phase One

Becoming His Dwelling.

The first phase of our program focuses on spiritual formation, prayer life, biblical foundations, intimacy with God, and cultivating spiritual disciplines.

  • Daily corporate prayer & worship
  • Biblical theology of intimacy
  • Personal mentorship
  • Silence, solitude & fasting practices
Phase Two

Building His House of Prayer.

The second phase activates students into mission, intercession, leadership, and practical ministry in local churches and communities.

Intercession

Mission

Leadership

Discipleship

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Phase 02

Activation

Curriculum

A formation designed to go deep.

Six tracks integrated across nine months of prayer, study, mentorship, and mission. Theological depth meets contemplative practice.

01

Foundations of Prayer

A theology and practice of biblical prayer — adoration, intercession, contemplation.

02

Intimacy with the Father

Encountering the heart of God through Scripture, silence, and Spirit.

03

Spiritual Formation

Practices for an interior life: rule of life, examen, fasting, sabbath.

04

Biblical Theology

The story of Scripture — covenant, kingdom, presence, and mission.

05

Mission & Evangelism

Bold witness in the marketplace, neighborhood, and nations.

06

Leadership & Character

Forming leaders rooted in humility, integrity, and prayer.

Program Timeline

Nine months. Four seasons of formation.

1

Month 1–2

Arrival & Foundations

Onboarding, community life, initial formation.

2

Month 3–5

Becoming His Dwelling

Deep spiritual formation and prayer immersion.

3

Month 6–7

Building His House

Intercession, leadership, ministry placement.

4

Month 8–9

Mission & Sending

Outreach, commissioning, and lifelong rhythm.

Instructors

Mentors who have walked the road.

Mark McGovern

Mark McGovern

Co-Founder, Pray the Bay

Thay Freitas

Thay Freitas

Co-Founder & Executive Director, Pray the Bay

Derik & Sarah Scott

Derik & Sarah Scott

Regional Directors, Pray the Bay – Peninsula

Matt Gersonde

Matt Gersonde

Regional Director, Pray the Bay – Monterey

Testimonies

Dwelling Place reshaped my interior life. I came hungry to know God; I left carrying His presence.

Hannah R.

Cohort 06

FAQ

Answers to common questions.

Still curious? Reach out and a member of our admissions team will be in touch.

Anyone 18+ with a hunger for Jesus and a willingness to be formed. No prior ministry experience required.

Dwelling Place is a full-time, residential nine-month program with daily prayer, classes, and ministry.

Tuition covers housing, instruction, mentorship, books, and ministry placement. Scholarships available.

Yes. We welcome international students and assist with visa documentation after acceptance.

Graduates are commissioned into local churches, missions, intercession houses, or further training.

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Your invitation awaits.

Cohort 09 begins this summer. Applications close as seats are filled — apply early to secure your place.