Author

Madelaine Jerousek-Smith

Journalist

Madelaine Jerousek-Smith is a freelance writer and editor based in Des Moines, Iowa, whose work includes magazine, web and newspaper stories. She has worked as an editor for the University of Iowa and a reporter for the Des Moines Register.

How to reach out to your community

A founder of an innovative flood-recovery project in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, offers advice for others interested in community outreach.

Reflective Leadership Grant

Applications Open for the 2023 Reflective Leadership Grant

This grant program is for leaders who are ready to design the next chapter in their ministry. We welcome applicants who serve in a range of leadership roles, from project director to senior administrator, and who are working in a variety of organizations, including denominations, seminaries, church-related colleges, consultancies, congregations, Christian nonprofits, Christian social enterprises and others.

The application deadline is May 15, 2023.