There are several deadlines this month for programs and scholarships sponsored by the United Church of Christ.
Clergy age 35 years or under who have served a local parish for 5 years or less in a local parish setting and are committed to long-term ministry in the UCC should apply to be part of the Next Generation Leadership Initiative cohort sponsored by the UCC Pension Board. Your Intent to Apply should be completed by Feb. 27. Read more about Rev. Dr. Adam Wirrig’s, St. John’s UCC, Dayton, OH, experience in this life-changing program on our Holy Experiments blog.
Young theologians (no older than 30 years) are invited to submit an essay for the prestigious Lombard Prize on any aspect of the theme of the World Council of Reformed Church’s 2017 General Council: Living God, Renew and Transform Us. Essays are due April 15.
Applicants are also invited to apply online for several ministry education scholarships and leadership development scholarships, including ones for college students.