This year, something truly special happened with the seniors from Turlock Christian School. For years, their end-of-year tradition has been a memorable trip to Disneyland. But this year, a group of … Read more about From Disneyland Dreams to Divine Service: Turlock Christian School’ trip to Puerto Rico
The Unexpected Echo of Freedom
The calendar had just flipped to April when twelve women, initially strangers, found themselves united by a singular purpose and a shared stirring within their hearts: to carry tidings of hope to the … Read more about The Unexpected Echo of Freedom
Hearts Ablaze in Service!
There are moments that resonate deep within your soul, echoes of faith in action that leave an indelible mark. The last week of March was a vibrant testament to the power of young hearts ignited by a … Read more about Hearts Ablaze in Service!
Poured Out Like Water
"I am poured out like water" is a phrase from Psalm 22:14, which describes a state of extreme weakness and vulnerability, often interpreted as someone feeling completely drained and depleted, like … Read more about Poured Out Like Water
A Crown of Beauty
At the beginning of September, in the heart of Celina, Ohio, twenty women gathered together for a Beauty for Ashes retreat. Each carrying their own unique burdens and longings, they all shared the … Read more about A Crown of Beauty
Heaven and Earth collided in the streets of Chicago
This past week, my husband Kevin and I had the incredible privilege of leading a mission trip to Chicago serving with fellow members of Nappanee Missionary Church. A total of 61 people embarked on … Read more about Heaven and Earth collided in the streets of Chicago
You were made to THRIVE!
Have you ever felt the weight of the world on your shoulders? Like you're constantly striving, achieving, but the finish line keeps receding into the distance? For most of my life, that was me. Some … Read more about You were made to THRIVE!
And YOU? “Who do you say I am?” and Invitation for Intimacy
My heart overflows with gratitude as I reflect on our recent Beauty for Ashes mission trip to San Jose, Costa Rica. Partnering with Transforma, we had the privilege of serving the incredible women of … Read more about And YOU? “Who do you say I am?” and Invitation for Intimacy
Above All: A Reflection on Brokenness and Unending Love
Last week (Holy Week) was a struggle… Even though by now I know feelings aren’t facts, I was struggling. I could feel the familiar pang of inadequacy settling in my chest. The weight of the world … Read more about Above All: A Reflection on Brokenness and Unending Love