There is something holy in the air when spring begins to whisper to the earth—when barren branches dare to bloom again, when the ground breaks open with green promise, and when the dawn seems to linger just a little longer as if heaven itself is proclaiming, “Behold, I make all things new.” In this sacred season of resurrection, as spring stretches across the earth with budding branches, blooming flowers, and longer days, we are reminded that life has a holy way of beginning

We have just closed the chapter on a historic milestone—the 100th anniversary of Black History Month. But let’s be clear: excellence of this magnitude cannot be contained within twenty-eight or twenty-nine days. Black history is lived, breathed, and celebrated all day, every day. It is the foundation upon which we stand as we transition into Women’s History Month. This month, we honor the women who have made a way out of "no way." These are the visionaries who used wisdom to

By Val Patton Black History Month isn’t just about what was written — it’s about what we’re writing now. As a community, our present-day assignment calls for focus in a few key areas: We must focus on stewardship of our stories. Our lived experiences, wisdom, and testimonies matter. Documenting them — through writing, mentoring, teaching, and storytelling — ensures our truth isn’t lost or rewritten. We must focus on legacy, not just survival. Those before us fought to open do