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When Yvette was 5 years old in the Philippines, she noticed her parents change. Her shy mom became more outspoken, and her stern dad became more open. Once a kid observing and learning from the adults around her, she now finds herself in the reversed role.

On Saturday, March 12th, the RISE scholars gathered to hear the needs of their community along with a few other members of Broetje Family Trust, including interns. I showed up not knowing what to expect, and what was meant to be weekend work turned into a day filled with love and joy.

Stories can provide powerful guidance for the way we live and work. They can change minds and hearts. The original story of Leo is held in high distinction at Broetje Family Trust.

Years ago, in honor of the opening and dedication event for the new chapel built at Vista Hermosa community, my brother sent a drawing he had sketched. Have you ever felt like the rider in the drawing?

There is always a time to impact communities through spreading the message of servant-leadership. How can today’s leaders look to serve the most basic needs of their employees and ensure they are caring for the least of these first?

I displayed a copy of Henri Nouwen’s journal Gracias! at home during the month of November, a season of Thanksgiving in the U.S. I was just about to put it back in its place on the bookshelf, when, while casually thumbing through its pages, my eyes landed on his entry for October 31st.