Pastors often live lives of public isolation. But Sustaining Pastoral Excellence peer groups point to the need for pastors to find and rediscover the joy of community, a new survey finds.
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Janet Maykus
Janet L. Maykus, M.Div., is principal of The College of Pastoral Leaders, a Sustaining Pastoral Excellence program, and director of Christian Leadership Education at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in Austin, Texas.
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. Learn more about the guidelines for submitting concept papers at the Serving Neighbors webpage. The Endowment will also host virtual information sessions on November 2 and November 3.
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