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Brian Christopher Coulter
Pastor, First Presbyterian Church, Aiken, SC
Brian Christopher Coulter is an ordained teaching elder within the PC(USA) and currently serves as pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Aiken, South Carolina, as well as consultant within the Presbyterian Mission Agency Office of Theology, Formation & Evangelism. He holds degrees from Oklahoma State, Columbia Theological and McCormick Seminary. He writes for various publications, has enjoyed preaching internationally and recently released his first book through Chalice Press.
Lilly Endowment Inc. announces Serving Neighbors Initiative
Lilly Endowment Inc. invites eligible charitable organizations to submit concept papers for its Serving Neighbors Through Congregational Collaborations Initiative. The initiative supports efforts to help Christian congregations and local charitable organizations build relationships, identify community priorities, and design lasting collaborations that improve life for individuals and families. Projects might address housing instability, youth opportunities, parks and outdoor recreation, mental health, or other locally identified needs.
Approximately 60 charitable organizations with promising concept papers may receive planning grants of up to $50,000. Those selected may then apply for implementation grants of up to $5 million to carry out their programs.
Concept papers are due by January 19, 2027.
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