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Chanon Ross

Program director, Lilly Endowment Inc.

Chanon Ross, Ph.D., is a program director at Lilly Endowment Inc. Before that, he was the director of the Institute for Youth Ministry at Princeton Theological Seminary. Having served in youth ministry for more than 15 years, he is passionate about supporting youth ministry and equipping youth ministers. His articles have appeared in The Christian Century, the Dictionary of Scripture and Ethics, and Liturgy Journal. He is the author of "Gifts Glittering and Poisoned" (Cascade Books, 2014).

Emily McGinley

Applications now open for Reflective Leadership Grants

“The Reflective Leadership Grant gave me space and resources to connect with colleagues from diverse traditions and hear about what God is up to across the church…” — Emily McGinley, City Church San Francisco

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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