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Donald Wagner
The Rev. Donald Wagner has served as pastor of St. Paul United Church of Christ in Lebanon, Ill., since 1993, and before that served for five years at Grace United Church of Christ in Culver, Indiana. A second-career pastor, Wagner was a grain and dairy farmer with his father and brother before being called to the ministry in 1980.
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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