Anthony B. Pinn
Professor, Rice University
Anthony B. Pinn is the Agnes Cullen Arnold Distinguished Professor of Humanities and a professor of religion at Rice University. A fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, Pinn is the founding director of the Center for Engaged Research and Collaborative Learning (CERCL), also at Rice University. His research interests include religion and culture, humanism, and hip hop culture. He is the author or editor of more than 35 books, including “Interplay of Things: Religion, Art and Presence Together” and the novel “The New Disciples.”
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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