Sabbatical Grant Application

Sabbatical Leave Grant Application

This application is for sabbaticals that will be taken during 2026. You will find application details and time frame above or on our website at: semnsynod.org/pages/sabbatical-leave-grant. The grant application window is August 8, 2025 through November 1, 2025.
Background Information:
Name*

First NameLast Name
Personal Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Name of congregation or specialized ministry where you are currently under call (please include city name).
Email*
example@example.com
Cell Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Office Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Previous leaves (if any). Please list dates and sources of support.*
Ordination date and how long you have served in your current call.*
The following section is to be completed after you have discussed your plans with the elected leaders of your congregation.*
Dates of sabbatical and time requested (time can range from 1-3 months):*
Due to limited funds, the committee is not able to guarantee a particular dollar amount for each applicant & congregation. The final determination of grant amounts will take place after all applications have been received. If funding permits, is your congregation interested in a grant to help offset their pulpit supply expenses?*
Summary:
Briefly describe what you plan to do during your sabbatical time.*
How will this leave benefit you personally? If family members will accompany you, how will it benefit them?*
How will this leave benefit your current setting for ministry and/or the congregation?*
How do you intend to use the sabbatical grant funds?
Synod Leader Grant Team approval:
- Within 60 days of completing sabbatical leave, awardees are to submit a 1-2 page reflection on the sabbatical leave experience and submit it to the SLGT chair.
- For questions, comments, or concerns contact the Synod Leader Grant Team Chair, Rev. Glenn Monson - glenn@molive.org.
- All active rostered ministers currently serving under call in the Southeastern Minnestoa Synod are eligable to apply for a sabbatical grant.
- All applications will be considered equally.
- The final awarding will be the decision of the Synod Leader Grant Team. Letters of acceptance or denial will be sent out by December 1, 2025 with checks being mailed out in February 2026.
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Sabbatical Leave Grant Application

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Summary:

Synod Leader Grant Team approval: