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Holidays Hope Hurt Thanksgiving

When the Holidays Hurt

The holidays are supposed to be a season of joy—but for many, they highlight what’s missing. Empty chairs at the table. Relationships Read More »

Joy Dunning | November 23rd, 2025
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When Gratitude Feels Hard

Thanksgiving season tells us to “be grateful,” but real gratitude isn’t always easy. Sometimes we’re supposed to give thanks, yet we feel Read More »

Joy Dunning | November 17th, 2025
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When Change Is Stirring but You Can’t Explain It

Most people don’t wake up one morning saying, “I’m ready for a transformational retreat.” They wake up saying things like, “Something needs Read More »

Joy Dunning | October 25th, 2025
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When Leadership Drains You

The Weight Few Leaders Admit It’s Sunday. Are you looking forward to starting another work week tomorrow? Burnout in leadership is no Read More »

Joy Dunning | October 12th, 2025
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This Mother’s Day, we honor every mother and mother-figure who has stood in the gap, who has led with love, and who Read More »

Joy Dunning | May 10th, 2025
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When You Don’t Recognize Yourself Anymore

Have you ever looked in the mirror and barely recognized the person staring back at you? Like you’ve become a hollow version Read More »

Joy Dunning | March 14th, 2025
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Advent Reflection: Week 1 – Hope

The Hope of Healing and WholenessIn the quiet of Advent, we are reminded of the profound hope that Christmas brings—not just in Read More »

Joy Dunning | December 1st, 2024

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