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Jason R. McConnell
Pastor, Franklin United Church
The Rev. Jason R. McConnell has served as pastor of Franklin United Church in Franklin, Vermont, since January 2004. Before that he served in various pastoral roles at churches in Pennsylvania, Illinois and Massachusetts. He has a B.A. in pastoral ministry from Moody Bible Institute, an M.Div. and Th.M. from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and a D.Min. in rural ministry from Beeson Divinity School.
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.
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— 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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