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Allison Backous Troy

Writer and educator

Allison Backous Troy is a writer and educator living in Grand Junction, Colorado. Her work has been published in Image Journal, the St. Katherine's Review, Books and Culture, Comment and other places. She received her MFA in creative nonfiction at Seattle Pacific University.

Tim Soerens

Applications now open for Reflective Leadership Grants

“This was a game-changer for us. The chance to climb up from the ‘dance floor’ of our everyday activity and discern a clarified organization future from the ‘balcony’ was the gift we needed even more than we understood at the time.

If possible, please pursue this extraordinary opportunity.”

— Tim Soerens, Parish Collective

Christian leaders from a variety of roles are welcome to apply. The grants provide “balcony time” to reflect on accomplishments, broaden perspectives and discern next steps. The application deadline is May 2, 2025.

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