Experience as a Y4Life Intern

by Nadia Beadle I sat down at my computer and opened Zoom, a little nervous but very excited. This was the day my internship at Y4Life began. Was I ready? I hoped so. At the very least, I had a …

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Toxic Femininity

By Macy Froetschner In today’s culture, toxic masculinity is a popular phrase. Masculine qualities such as a desire to protect and provide are viewed as attributes of an oppressive patriarchy meant to entrap women. The average feminist claims to empower …

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The Need for Prayer in a Post-Roe America

By Katie Reid Being raised in the Lutheran church, I have always been taught prayer is important, both for our relationship with Christ and for the comfort of the Holy Spirit. However, it was not until January of this year …

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“Trust God and Choose Life”

“I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; my soul knows it very well.” (Psalm 139:14) I firmly believe that while the Christmas season is certainly wonderful, VBS is the most wonderful time of …

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Married In College?

By Nadia Beadle Several years ago, an elderly couple at my church celebrated sixty years of marriage together. She packed him a sack lunch to take to work everyday, and he always held the door for her. My little brothers …

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 You’re Not Pro-Life Enough

By Jenna Siek “I’m not pro-life enough.” This thought understandably convicts many people who are involved in the pro-life movement. With abortion service nationally available, suicide rates increasing, and euthanasia becoming a cultural norm, fighting for life is a huge …

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