How Was Your Sabbatical?
When people ask me, “How was your sabbatical?” I am reminded of arriving back in America after a term and people asking me, “So how was China?”...
Author: Danielle Wheeler
Announcing a Change
I just said a prayer, asking the Holy Spirit to write this post for me. I know I can’t do it. I can’t communicate to you, dear community, all...
How to Say Hello When You Have an Aching Heart
Goodbyes feel like death because they are death. Goodbyes are the death of what has been. It will not be again. Even if you see this place, this person...
I Just Want PEACE
One year ago, my friends and I sat around the living room of the cabin where we were retreating. Each of us was sharing, processing the journey of our...
Our Big Announcement
We are thrilled to announce that early bird registration for the 2019 Velvet Ashes Online Retreat is NOW OPEN! It’s the retreat that comes to you,...
Will You Share Your Story of How Velvet Ashes Meets a Need for You?
Better Together Ambassadors + Giveaway We have a favor to ask you. We’ve asked this favor before, but this time it’s different. This time we’re equipping you...
Meet Jayna Gallagher + An Amazing Giveaway!
Today for our final Better Together post, I want to introduce you to another special lady. Some of you will recognize her as our retreat leader in 2017. What many...
No Busses, No Taxis, and Yet…
If you’ve followed the news on Nicaragua, you know the incredible turmoil that the country has faced this year. Civil unrest, revolution, and violent crackdowns have been Nicaragua’s story....
An Exciting Announcement and an Invitation!
Today we have an introduction, an exciting announcement, and an invitation for you. Plus you’ll find out our progress in our Better Together Initiative! Very little introduction...
Reny’s Story – Why We’re Better Together
Friends, I’d like to introduce you to someone special. Most of you won’t know her name or recognize her face. But she is one that has been changed by you,...
