Curtis “CZ” Zackery is a pastor, author, and founder of the Find Rest Foundation. For more than two decades, Curtis has served in diverse ministry contexts—from church planting in under-resourced communities to executive leadership in large, multi-site churches. Today, he lives out his calling as a “city pastor,” serving leaders, creatives, and professionals both inside and outside traditional church walls. Curtis is the author of Soul Rest and is passionate about helping people move from performance-driven faith to sustainable rhythms rooted in Christ. His teaching blends theological depth, cultural awareness, and personal transparency, inviting listeners into a deeper life of surrender, clarity, and formation. Whether speaking to pastors, business leaders, students, or creatives, Curtis consistently brings a message centered on spiritual renewal, integrity, and the freedom that comes from walking closely with Jesus. Through the Find Rest Foundation, Curtis provides pastoral care, leadership development, and spiritual formation resources designed to strengthen those who are serving others. His work focuses particularly on leaders navigating burnout, transition, and the pressures of modern life. Curtis lives in Franklin, Tennessee with his wife, Monique, and their three children. He is committed to helping people find deeper rest for their souls and to live faithfully in whatever spaces God has placed them.


