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David J. Wood

Senior minister, Glencoe Union Church

The Rev. David J. Wood is senior minister of Glencoe Union Church in Glencoe, Ill. An ordained American Baptist pastor, he has served various congregations for the past 25 years, including churches in Maine; Paris, France; Kentucky; and Connecticut. He studied theology and ministry at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary and Yale Divinity School. Wood also serves as a consultant to the John Templeton Foundation, assisting in the development of programs that stimulate engagement between science 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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