Jan 3, 2017 | Community Life
In the book of Joshua, the nation of Israel is making their slow journey to the Promised Land when they come upon the Jordan River. I’ve never seen the Jordan River in real life, but if its anything like the Roaring Fork River here in Colorado then I wouldn’t want to...
Dec 5, 2016 | Community Life
This holiday season, purchase with a purpose by giving gifts that give back. Not only do the following companies make incredible products that will charm your family and friends, but they also support a variety of different causes. May your gifts inspire cheer and...
Nov 21, 2016 | Community Life
After a season of intense striving, I am exhausted. I am physically, emotionally, spiritually, and mentally drained. And not for the reasons you may assume. As a self-labeled “go-getter” or “girlboss,” I have given into the lie that I have to do whatever it takes to...
Sep 18, 2016 | Community Life
Recently, I took some webinars on Instagram strategies. Sounds crazy and totally a Millennial thing to do…because it is. Yet, we can’t be casual or careless with such a powerful social tool. How do our posts tell a larger story? Who does our Instagram serve? How can...
Sep 9, 2016 | Community Life
During the 40 Days of Prayer and Gratitude Challenge, I intentionally asked some women to be a part of a leadership team with me. These women approached the challenge with great energy by leading groups, encouraging friends, and opening themselves to what God could do...
Aug 25, 2016 | Community Life
When I began my mentoring relationship in undergrad, I was willing and excited to dive in, but also going through a dark period in my life. The start of my junior year led me to confront a lot of my unmet expectations about community. I thought when I left for college...
Aug 14, 2016 | Community Life
Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. -1 Thessalonians 5:18 Thanksgiving Day is not the only time of year to express your gratitude. Gratitude is the posture we should reach for when it comes naturally and especially...
Jul 25, 2016 | Community Life
Now that my firstborn has arrived, I am constantly battling the “need” of being a first time parent. When others offer to help, my first response is to push away and say, “I’ve got this.” If my life were like Survivor (sometimes I like to believe it’s that intense),...
Jul 6, 2016 | Community Life
I am an incurable challenge seeker. Once, my parents and I embarked on a two-week family vacation where they planned to golf and I, to sit around. I wasn’t going to have any of that, so I told them I was going to find myself a job. They doubted me. They thought,...
Jun 30, 2016 | Community Life, Inspiring Innovators
What inspired you to start Siloh Floral? Well, simply put — flowers stir my heart. There is an intrigue and a mystery to flowers that make me dream and wonder. Ever since I was a little girl, I loved creating things with my hands. I started working with flowers...
Jun 6, 2016 | Community Life, Inspiring Innovators
Not your Grandma’s oatmeal. In just one year, ProsperOats has become one of the healthiest (and hippest) ways to enjoy a treat with a friend. This oatmeal bar brags freshness with unlimited possibilities to create an oat bowl that fits your foodie self. Jenna...
May 26, 2016 | Community Life
When people say that social media connects us, I am usually a doubter. It typically just feeds into my procastination. Yet, on one fateful day, twitter happened to connect me with one of the most brilliant women–Amy Lively! I had read her book, How to Love Your...
