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 a beloved community.
The Catalyst Initiative provides a 12-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 their lives and community.
Your congregation is invited to initiate, ignite, and invigorate your faith to change the world. The Catalyst Initiative awaits your application.
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Sept 20 |
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Nov 1 |
Intent to Apply due/ Application opens |
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Feb 15 |
Application Closes |
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Feb - Mar
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Time of Discernment
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Mar 15
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Decisions announced |
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May 13
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Orientation
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Even if your congregation isn't selected to be a part of the Catalyst Initiative, the application process will ensure you find the right pathway to take your next faithful step.
Catalyst Information for Congregations
Future Sessions:
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.