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Mary Beth McCauley

Journalist

Mary Beth McCauley is a Philadelphia-area journalist and, since 2002, a correspondent for the Christian Science Monitor.  Earlier, she wrote a regular religion column for the Philadelphia Inquirer, and was named Writer of the Year by the Religion Newswriters Association for her work at the paper.  She also contributes to news outlets such as the Washington Post and the Religion News Service.  

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Scholarships available for the Executive Certificate in Religious Fundraising 

Applications for the Thomas H. Lake Scholarship are now open! This scholarship supports participants in the Executive Certificate in Religious Fundraising (ECRF), a program designed to help religious leaders explore the spirituality of fundraising and gain skills essential for their work. 

Applications will be accepted until Monday, August 3, 2026. Applicants should expect to hear a decision by the end of August.

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