Many pastoral leaders long for celebrity. This is blasphemous and unbiblical. A museum docent is an appropriately humble image.
Author
Magrey deVega
Pastor
Magrey deVega is pastor of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Cherokee, Iowa.
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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