Fall 2025-Spring 2026: La Follette HS Area

We set Neighborhood Networks into motion with a 5-month cohort called a Neighborhood Catalyst. Our vision is that through a catalyst, and then a network, we will cultivate networks of ecumenical friendship, deepen understanding of context, and collaborative love and serve our neighbors.

Apply by July 1, 2025

  • Cohorts meet on Thursdays, 9-12:30pm.

    Oct 13-14 - Retreat
    Nov 13th
    Dec 11th 
    Jan 8th 
    Feb 12th


    For October, the gathering is substituted by an overnight retreat at Be Still (Plainfield, WI).

    Additionally, all Catalyst members will receive free registration to the Kingdom Justice Summit on March 7th, 2026. This is not a requirement of the program, just an added benefit.

  • We meet monthly for a time of connection, learning, co-discerning and collaboration. This time will include learning from local leaders and co-discernment and collaboration with peers on mission together in our neighborhoods.

    We:

    cultivate sustaining friendships among peers in local ministry and mission

    build relationships with coaches and neighborhood leaders

    deepen habits of deep engagement in your neighborhood as a context for mission

    identify and develop skills for leading new initiatives in your neighborhood

    discern areas of collaboration for church leaders, congregations, neighborhood nonprofits and community members

  • This 5-month cohort costs $139 per person. This money goes towards supplies, space rentals, and food. (This with the Kingdom Justice Summit registration included, is about $15/gathering for enriching half-days with lunch included.)

    Your application will be reviewed within two weeks of applying. If you are accepted, you will be prompted to pay the $139 by August 18th.

  • Collaboration Project staff Jon and Abbie will lead this program and bring in local leaders to share their expertise and insights. Here you can find who is participating in the program.