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Kristen Deede Johnson

Assistant professor, Hope College

Kristen Deede Johnson is an assistant professor and Director of the Studies in Ministry Minor at Hope College, Holland, Michigan. She was the research assistant to James Davison Hunter at the Institute for Advanced Studies in Culture, University of Virginia from 1998-2000.

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The Art & Science of Vocational Discernment Course from FTE

This five-week course from The Forum For Theological Exploration is designed for ministry leaders who accompany young adults in exploring meaning and purpose. With this course, you will learn a framework that is adaptable, simple and deep to accompany young adults in hearing God's voice in how they can contribute to the world in powerful, meaningful ways. Enroll by April 12, 2026.

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