Why I’m thrilled that Leanne Lytle has joined our team as our Director of Ministry

Faithful Christian leaders need firm theology and a soft heart…and Leanne has both.

Leanne has the unique and necessary combination of knowing when to speak truth using grace and kindness and when truth-telling requires being more direct and challenging.  Her commitment to submitting to God’s Will and Word and her love for people are immediately apparent.  Having come from a career in secular workspaces, she is eager to help others see their work as worship and help them grow in Christ and be witnesses at work.  She has an associate’s degree in Biblical Studies (in addition to a Bachelor’s in Counseling and a Master’s from Vanderbilt in Child Studies) and a strong theological foundation. 

Why I’m so thankful for the new building

We believe God provided us with this beautiful new building so we could steward it toward spiritual growth, unity, and community:

1.        As a training ground for marketplace disciples and disciple-makers (Matthew 28:18-20).

Our beautiful event space provides us increased opportunities to pour into believers and equip them to be disciples of Jesus at work, represent Christ everywhere they go, and invest in other believers so they too might grow in maturity and Christlikeness.  We can host more people more frequently and with greater intentionality.  From Faith & Work Lunches to cohort gatherings to Discipleship @ Work trainings, this space is perfect for our needs.

Are you feeling burnt out? Struggling to find excitement or purpose in your work or personal life? If so, you're not alone. Many of us go through seasons where our passion fades, leaving us feeling dry and disconnected.

At the InfluencHer cohort gathering, we explored the theme of renewing our passion for faith and work.

Angie Grant, a spiritual leader who knows firsthand the toll that burnout and spiritual dryness can take, shared her story at the InfluencHer event. Her message resonated deeply with those of us facing moments of discouragement and weariness in our lives. Angie vulnerably shared her own journey, reminding us that feeling hopeless doesn’t have to be the end of the story. Her goal was simple: to offer hope to those who may be struggling today.

In our recent Pressure Points cohort session, our Heads of School cohort reflected on rising student anxiety and the cultural forces behind it—from technology to well-meaning overprotection. Together, we asked: How do we model peace and resilience in our roles? Drawing on Scripture and resources like Bad Therapy by Abigail Shrier, we explored how to support students wisely—equipping them with faith, emotional strength, and hope in Christ.

In our latest Health & Wellness cohort, we reflected on the ways faith can both challenge and empower us in our work—navigating cultural pressures, internal biases, and the need for discernment, while also drawing strength from hope, compassion, and Christ’s presence.

Discover how prayer, unity, and radical love can transform a divided world. Explore insights from an underground church planter, Bonhoeffer, and Jesus on gospel unity and the power of prayer in fractured times.

At our latest Faith & Work lunch, we shared a meaningful conversation around five ways we can remain attentive to God’s presence and purpose in our workday.