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Melissa Wiginton

Vice president, Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary

Melissa Wiginton is vice president for Education Beyond the Walls at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary and former Vice President for Ministry Programs and Planning at the FTE. She directs the Thriving Congregations project at Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary. She holds a B.A. and J.D. from the University of Texas at Austin and an M.Div. from the Candler School of Theology, Emory University.

Tim Soerens

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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