Author

Pamela Graf Short

Minister and nurse

The Rev. Pamela Graf Short, R.N., is a Presbyterian minister serving Christ through the Maumee Valley Presbytery, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). She attended the Toledo Hospital School of Nursing and the Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary. Graf Short practiced nursing for 25 years, taught world religions for 10 years and served three churches before retiring in 2019.

She is the author of “Blessings Flow,” a book of poetry.

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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