12.08.20 | Leader Development, New Faith Expressions, Young Peoples Ministry, Advocacy and Action, Congregational Development, Wellness and Missions, Discipleship Formation
Tea leaves transform water into tea and we--as bearers of God's love--are called to transform hate, division, and loneliness into beloved community.
The Catalyst Initiative provides a 10-month congregational cohort process of discovery, exploration, and renewal. It empowers a church to initiate a Spirit-led vision and understanding of its community; ignite faith into action, and invigorate people to claim God’s vision for your lives and community.
Your congregation is invited to initiate, ignite, and invigorate your faith to change the world. The Catalyst Initiative awaits your application. (Please note: The intent to apply must be filled out before the application is submitted.)
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February 22 |
Application Closes |
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March-April
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Interviews and Consultations Conducted
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April
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Readiness 360 Digital Debrief with Suggested Next Steps |
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May 2021- Mar. 2022
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First Catalyst Cohorts Begin
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Even if your congregation isn't selected to be in the first round of congregational cohorts, the application process will be itself valuable. All applicants will engage in a digital debrief of their Readiness 360 which includes developmentally appropriate next steps.
Catalyst Information for Congregations
Future Sessions:
January 2022: Application process begins for Second Catalyst Cohorts
January 2023: Application process begins for Third Catalyst Cohorts
January 2024: Application process begins for Fourth Catalyst Cohorts
January 2025: Application process begins for Fifth Catalyst Cohorts
The Catalyst Initiative was made possible by a $1 million grant from the Lilly Endowment Inc., an Indianapolis-based private philanthropic foundation created to support the causes of religion, education and community development. The grant was given to help congregations assess their ministries and draw on practices in their theological traditions to address new challenges and better nurture the spiritual vitality of the people they serve.