Honoring the Past, Preparing for the Future: Why Your Rural Church Needs a Clear Brand
Why branding isn’t about becoming trendy but about honoring your heritage, clarifying your identity, and preparing your rural church for the next generation.
Designing During Nap Time: Real-Life Creative Rhythms
A reflection on how a runaway zebra, nap-time creativity, and a desire for connection turned into a published coloring book designed to bring families together.
Engaging an Unengaged Demographic: What My PhD Research Taught Me About Engagement
What my PhD research revealed about why Millennials commit deeply to brands and social memberships yet hesitate with church membership, and how belonging, value, growth, and transcendence shape lasting engagement.
A Cup of Cocoa, a Sprinkle of Confetti, and a National Magazine
A reflection on the unexpected journey from opening an Etsy shop during COVID to seeing my Mugs and 'Mallow Hot Cocoa Confetti featured in Taste of Home Magazine one year later.