The 2023 Synod of the MCNP encouraged pilgrimages toward racial justice and healing in light of the profound impact of the Provincial Pilgrimage toward Racial Justice and Healing to Montgomery, Alabama for clergy, appointed pastors, and candidates for ordination held in September 2022. The Racial Justice Team is offering Pilgrimage Grants of $500 to $1,000 to encourage MCNP congregations to plan and experience pilgrimages toward racial justice and healing in 2025. Congregations may also apply for grant funds to join a pilgrimage sponsored by another entity such as the Calvin Institute for Christian Worship or an ecumenical partner. (Those clergy, appointed pastors, and candidates for ordination who were eligible but unable to attend the September 2022 Pilgrimage may also apply for a grant up to $500 to participate in a pilgrimage sponsored by another entity.)
Any site(s) or location of significance to/for the work of racial justice and the healing of relationships with Black, Indigenous, People of Color will be considered. Pilgrimage sites may be local, regional, or longer distances. A qualifying pilgrimage will occur before May 31, 2026. Please see the grant application for additional details.
The deadline to apply for a 2025 Pilgrimage Grant from the MCNP Racial Justice Team is June 1, 2025. Grant applications will be reviewed by the Racial Justice Team by June 30, 2025.