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The Slow, Sacred Work of Repair

Aug 19, 2025

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The Slow, Sacred Work of Repair

Fifteen women with entrepreneurial spirits gathered in the historic Greenwood District — once known as Black Wall Street.

When A Church Dares To Dream Big

Jul 16, 2025

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When A Church Dares To Dream Big

In Atlanta, a local church is attempting something so big that it could only succeed with God. Read the story. Sit with the question. See where the Spirit might be stirring in your context — and if a story comes to mind, we’d love to hear it.

The Church a Flood Couldn’t Wash Away

Jun 26, 2025

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The Church a Flood Couldn’t Wash Away

The flood that poured through the roof did not scare them away. It couldn’t. Because Travis Park UMC isn’t just a building, it’s a home.

See the Beauty So You Can Seed the Beauty

Apr 10, 2025

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See the Beauty So You Can Seed the Beauty

As a facilitator for Texas Methodist Foundation’s Courageous Congregations Collaborative, Rev. Escamilla feels humbled to help leaders see the beauty once again of what’s possible in their church and community to live the Gospel life in new and fresh expressions.

Envisioning the Church as a Healing Hub

Dec 16, 2024

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Envisioning the Church as a Healing Hub

Women with Entrepreneurial Spirit (WES) is a multiracial, multigenerational leadership cohort committed to Spirit-led work through art ministries, economic justice, church revitalization, and innovation, creating a world where all can thrive.

Joyful Ministry Helps Those With Dementia and Their Families Live Lives with Purpose and Hope

Sep 26, 2024

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Joyful Ministry Helps Those With Dementia and Their Families Live Lives with Purpose and Hope

Twenty-eight years ago, Rev. Dean Robinson, a minister at St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Houston, offered just that loving hand. He knew the struggles and debilitating impact of a loved one's memory loss. His experience inspired him to create Amazing Place.