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Leaders of the ELCA guided discussions and were listeners and conversation partners.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;In our work at the Fund for Theological Education, we have thought a lot about the qualities of excellent leadership as we seek to call forth, nurture and support young leaders for the church,&#8221; said listener Melissa Wiginton, of the Fund for Theological Education. &#8220;Our list of qualities of excellence most often includes genuine and lively faith, commitment to the church, agency, creativity, imagination, compassion, critical thinking, and exceptional communication abilities. 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