The First Table is Being Formed
Leadership and Formation
- The First Table Cohort | 2026–2027
- Opening Convocation | September 11–12, 2026 | Atlanta
- Hosted at Candler School of Theology, Emory University
- 12–15 Founding Fellows
- Now Finalizing the Founding Cohort
- Discounted accommodations available
A Framework for Apostolic Formation & Public Leadership
The Apostolic Fellows brings rigorous theological scholarship into sustained conversation with Apostolic ecclesial leadership, forming leaders equipped to serve the Church, engage the public square, and navigate the complexities of 21st-century ministry with theological depth, spiritual confidence, and practical wisdom.
About the Fellowship
The Apostolic Fellows in Theology & Public Life is a curated formation experience designed for pastors, leaders, and practitioners who desire to grow in theological depth, leadership clarity, and public witness.
This is not a credentialing program. It is a selective cohort focused on formation, reflection, and application
Focus Areas
- Theological Grounding – Strengthening Apostolic doctrine and biblical interpretation
- Leadership Formation – Navigating leadership in a complex and changing world
- Faith, Justice & Public Life – Engaging real issues with theological insight
Fellowship Experience
Format: Hybrid
Duration: 12 Weeks
- Opening Gathering (Atlanta)
- Weekly Virtual Sessions
- Guided Reflection & Application
- Closing Convocation (Atlanta)
Who It’s For
- Pastors and ministry leaders
- Emerging leaders
- Apostolic leaders seeking deeper formation
- Those working at the intersection of faith, leadership, and community
Leadership
Dr. Cynthia F. Bynum
Founder and Executive Convener
Dr. Joel B. Kemp
Academic and Theological Collaborator
JEL Institute
Now forming the founding cohort
The Apostolic Fellows in Theology & Public Life is an initiative of the Clergy Women Leadership Council (CWLC), created to cultivate a sustained community of Apostolic leaders committed to rigorous theological formation, ecclesial leadership, and faithful engagement in public life.
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The Founding Cohort is now being finalized. Request consideration to join a select community of Apostolic leaders committed to theological formation, ecclesial leadership, and faithful public witness.
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12–15 Apostolic Fellows will gather for a distinctive formation experience where theological scholarship and Apostolic leadership meet around one table.
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Have questions about the Fellowship, Opening Convocation, accommodations, or participation? We welcome the opportunity to assist you.
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