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Andrew Wilkes

Founding co-lead pastor, The Double Love Experience Church

The Rev. Andrew Wilkes is one of the founding co-lead pastors of The Double Love Experience Church in Brooklyn, New York. He previously served on the pastoral staff of the Greater Allen AME Cathedral of New York. A graduate of Hampton University and Princeton Theological Seminary, Wilkes has more than 10 years of experience at the intersection of public policy and faith.

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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