The Synod Leader Grant Team meets four times per year to allocate grants through an application process for synod leaders and future leaders of the church. We focus on four areas of clergy/church life: Seminary Scholarships, 1st Call Debt Reduction, Continuing Education, and Sabbaticals. Supporting the health and wellness of our church leaders through grants and scholarships is a top priority for our team.
Application Deadlines:
- Sabbatical: Applications shall be submitted to the Southeastern Minnesota Synod office by July 1 of the year preceding the sabbatical.
- Seminary Scholarships: Applications due annually on April 1
- Continuing Education Grants: Applications are due annually by either February 1, June 1, and October 1.
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First Call Debt Reduction Grants: Applications due annually on March 15
Sabbaticals:
- Funding for sabbaticals is currently paused. Funding possibilities are currently being explored and updates will be shared as they are available.
- Sabbatical Leave Policy (removed as of 6/9/21 for reevaluation)
- April 2020 statement regarding sabbaticals from the Synodical Leader Grant Team.
Seminary Scholarships:
Additional information is available by clicking this link
Continuing Education:
- Continuing Education Policy
- Continuing Education Leader Grant Application (online form)
First Call Debt Relief:
- During the first year of your first call, you are eligible to apply for these funds.
- First Call Debt Relief Application (online form)
