Nominees should be currently enrolled in a seminary, rabbinical school, graduate program, or another institution for theological or philosophical formation -- or up to three years in the professional world following graduation. We are looking for exceptional and visionary emerging leaders who are currently learning about and reflecting on religious and moral issues. Does this describe you or a young leader you know? Please take a moment to fill out our brief online nomination form.…

State of Formation's staff committed to increasing the diversity of the site and have decided to continue welcoming potential nominees. We are beginning our Fall 2012 and look forward to your nominations and self-nominations, which will be accepted through September 30, 2012.

Nominees should be currently enrolled in a seminary, rabbinical school, graduate program, or another institution for theological or philosophical formation -- or up to three years in the…

I have been studying intercultural communication now for several years, ever since I recovered from a traumatic immersion experience that left me yearning for answers. I have discovered that in many ways, intercultural practice is a constant struggle to navigate the tension between human commonality and cultural difference; between human distinctness and the possibility for union despite this distinctness. The ambiguity of this struggle is at times overbearing, as we find we can never…