Author

Yonat Shimron

Journalist

Yonat Shimron is a North Carolina-based reporter who has written about religion for more than 20 years. She is a national reporter and senior editor for Religion News Service.

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Foundations of Christian Leadership

“I’m grateful for programs like Foundations of Christian Leadership where I had the privilege of meeting courageous souls who love Jesus deeply and are devoted to following him by loving their neighbors in practical, tangible ways.” 

— Gabrielle Leonard (Founder, Returning to Joy)

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Foundations of Christian Leadership brings together emerging leaders from a variety of faith-based organizations as colleagues in an encouraging and collaborative learning environment.

Applications for our Chicago sessions are due February 14, 2025.

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