Strengthening Ministry with Children Coordination Program supports projects led by 157 organizations across the United States. These organizations - including congregations, denominations, religious agencies, colleges, universities, and seminaries - have received grants from Lilly Endowment Inc. to implement projects through one of the following two initiatives: 

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Christian Parenting and Caregiving Initiative: Supporting parents and other caregivers as they share their faith and values with their children.

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Nurturing Children Through Worship and Prayer Initiative: Helping congregations design worship services and prayer practices that intentionally and fully engage children.

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Strengthening Ministry with Children Coordination Program exists to cultivate a learning community for these grantees through an annual gathering, educational offerings, resource distribution, and ongoing project support. The Coordination Program is conducted by Indiana Wesleyan University and funded by Lilly Endowment Inc.