Sydney Gass highlights a transformative leadership retreat hosted by St. Luke’s UMC and led by the Lofting Leaders team. Guided by mentors Angie Winn and Brandon Sangster, the youth leaders taught adult participants key pillars of leadership — Mind, Body, Heart, and Spirit — sharing their unique perspectives and inspiring growth for leaders of all ages.

This playful yet thoughtful article by Nadia Krejcha explores the art of a weekend mental reset, offering practical and creative ways to recharge after a long week. With a mix of humor and sincerity, it reminds readers to prioritize rest, movement, joy, and boundaries—so they can face Monday feeling refreshed and human again.

Starting at Flagler College, Nadia Krejcha faced a whirlwind of excitement and uncertainty, missing her family and the solace of her church community. As she navigated this new chapter, reconnecting with a high school friend and making her dorm feel like home, Nadia discovered that comfort often emerges from embracing the unfamiliar. Her professor’s take on the "liminal phase" of college — the space between old and new — gave her hope that this period of transition is not just challenging but a vital part of discovering confidence and belonging.