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Portsmouth Herald
KENNEBUNK Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Kennebunk was awarded a $50,000 grant in 2020 to enable its minister, Pastor Rich Horner, to participate in the 2021 National Clergy Renewal Program.
Holy Cross is one of 140 congregations across the United States selected to participate in this competitive grant program, funded by Lilly Endowment Inc. and administered by Christian Theological Seminary in Indianapolis. Established by in 2000, the program’s grants allow Christian congregations to support their pastors with the gift of extended time away from ministerial duties and responsibilities.
Ministers use their time away from the demands of daily ministry to engage in reflection and renewal. The approach respects the “Sabbath time” concept, offering ministers a carefully considered respite that may include travel, study, rest, prayer and immersive arts and cultural experiences.
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