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Beth Crissman
District superintendent, UMC Western North Carolina Conference
Beth Crissman is superintendent of the Uwharrie District of the Western North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church and director of Peace Building Ministries for the conference. She is the author of the Purple Church Initiative.
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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