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Pastoral coaching for leaders in transition — Institute, Circle, and One. For the leader ready to cross into what is next.
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Faculty at Salt & Light META
Serving as vendor and faculty member heading Curriculum & Preachers alongside Robert Kirkland under Presiding Bishop Dr. James N. Hassell.
Four days of formation for the leaders whose rooms cannot afford them not to be ready. Thresholds launches here.
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