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Mission
Communitas is a Lilly Endowment funded program engaging 20 congregations over the course of 5 years in ministry innovation with young adults (ages 23-29).

This program seeks to (1) engage young adults in a process of positive transformation as a result of their improved relationships with or in congregations, (2) research, develop, and implement models for listening to the hopes, dreams, and wisdom of young adults and for empowering them to cultivate connections between their lived realities, their spirituality, and their communities, and (3) build stronger partnerships between congregations and local young community leaders and organizations serving young adults.

Membership Benefits
Students and participating congregations receive training in design thinking and ministry innovation from Yale Divinity School faculty and staff and subject experts from around the country. Communitas events are an opportunity to engage in thought-provoking discussions, receive tools and resources in ministry innovation, gain a fresh perspective on the evolving shape of the church in today's world, and connect with local congregations and like-minded individuals committed to centering the leadership of young adults and nurturing beloved community with the next generation.