Catalytic Leaders Across the Country
Polaris connects and empowers young Christian leaders navigating their unique contexts. A variety of resources and networking experiences will be publicly available for catalytic leaders who are looking for ways to build relationships with other like-minded folks. Opportunities to engage will cover topics like mental health, vocational discernment, holy imagination, and innovation. Sign up here and you’ll be the first to know when these opportunities are available.
Fellows
Christian young adults nominated by collaborative partners across the United States participate in a year-long leadership acceleration program that provides a national and ecumenical community of belonging. Fellows receive financial support for leadership and project development in their neighborhoods, communities, and congregation.
Advisors
On a rolling basis, young adult leaders advise the Network by providing strategic vision, guiding priorities and decision-making, and interpreting research. Advisors serve on a one-year term.
Polaris Staff
The Polaris Young Adult Leadership Network is staffed by people who are dedicated to the vibrant leadership of young adults who lead in diverse professions and live in different communities across the United States.
Collaborative Partners
The Polaris Young Adult Leadership Network is housed in the Office of Continuing Education at Princeton Theological Seminary and funded by a generous grant from Lilly Endowment, Inc. Polaris collaborates with a network of programs across the country that are conducting experimental ministries with youth adults and supporting ministry leaders who want to encourage the faith lives of young people.
Augsburg University – Riverside Innovation Hub
Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary – 787 Collective
CrossRoad Institute – The Telos Project
Denver Seminary – Christian Curious
Fuller Youth Institute – Discipleship Initiatives with Young Adults (DIYA)
Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary – Holy Partnerships
Interdenominational Theological Center – Connecting with Hope Innovation Hub
Princeton Theological Seminary – Ministry Collaboratory
Saint Meinrad School of Theology – Young Adult Initiative
Seattle Pacific University and Seminary – Pace NW
Trinity Evangelical Divinity School – Mosaic Young Adult Initiative
