An initiative at Princeton Theological Seminary
Funded by The Lilly Endowment, Inc.

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Program at a Glance

A roadmap to success

1. Welcome to the Collaboratory!

Young adults are finding meaning, belonging, and purpose outside of the church. Are you wondering how your church can be a part of their lives?

The Collaboratory is a 3-month experiment in collaboration and engagement. Collaborate with Young Adults (ages 23–29) in your church to engage Young Adults in your community.

2. How the program will work.

Launch your work with an in-person Co-Lab attended by a Young Adult and Pastoral Leader who will champion the work over 3 months.

3. What you’ll receive.

You will be provided with learning tools, online resources, and a community of support through leaders at Princeton Theological Seminary in order to design a Pop-Up Project in your local community.

4. The 3-Month Experiment.
  1. Attend a 3-day in-person co-lab.
  2. Collaborate with a team from your church using Collaboratory tools and your own creativity to design a…
  3. Pop-up project to engage Young Adults in your community.
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Cost: $350 per church (1 pastoral leader and 1 young adult)

Includes lodging at Erdman Center on Princeton Seminary’s campus and meals Thursday dinner thru Saturday lunch. Travel is not included.

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Important Dates

Program deadlines and application dates

August 1, 2025

  • Application Deadline

September 18–20, 2025

  • Co-Lab, Collaboratory Launch
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