Flourishing Together
Supporting Clergy and Congregations in a Rapidly Changing World
A justice-centered leadership formation initiative supporting clergy, students, and congregational leaders through webinars, retreats, peer cohorts, and innovation grants.
Hosted by the Reuben P. Job Institute for Spiritual Formation at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary
Why This Project Matters
Leaders and congregations are navigating burnout, polarization, and rapid change. This initiative offers space for renewal, justice-centered learning, and practical tools for ministry today.
Burnout & Spiritual Fatigue
Trauma-Informed Support
Racial & Cultural Competency
Civic Polarization
AI & Digital Ministry
Peer Networks & Belonging
Vocational Renewal
Our Purpose
To cultivate resilient, justice-rooted leaders equipped for intercultural ministry and ethical use of digital technologies.
Who Is This For?
Seminary Students & Alumni
Clergy of Color
Women Clergy of Color
White Clergy
AI / Ministry Leaders
District Superintendents
Ministry Leaders in Complex Contexts
Program Overview (4 boxes)
A. Webinar Series
5 curated webinars per group on resilience, justice, technology, and trauma-informed leadership.
B. Restorative Retreats
Two-night, in-person retreats for vocational renewal, healing, strategic leadership, and solidarity building.
C. Leadership Summit
Annual 1.5-day summit: plenary speakers, workshops, collaborative planning, and commissioning.
D. Micro-Grants
$1,000 mini-grants for mentorship-centered innovative ministry projects.
