Make an Impact

Making a difference starts with small, purposeful acts of generosity and selflessness. Here we share stories about how others are making a difference in their own lives and the lives of others. From promoting awareness of and tackling societal problems and injustice to fostering healing and inclusion, our community is striving to make an impact in the world around us.

Transform

Is Bo Burnham an angel or demon? Read what these two authors learned after watching 'Inside'.

What’s ‘Inside’ Bo Burnham — an Angel or Demon?

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Watch how this woman decided to go from foster to adopt after hearing God's calling.

The Power of Saying ‘Yes’ to Adoption

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Meet this modern peace activist who shares her motivation for protesting nuclear weapons. She's also Dorothy Day's granddaughter.

Meet a Modern Peace Activist

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Heal

Reflect with us on the mass graves of Native American children found in Canada.

How Are We Going to Wash the Stain from Our Hands?

Take a look at these Juneteenth images to recall "where we've been."

This Juneteenth, A Moment to Recall ‘Where We’ve Been’

Watch how the Half Helen Foundation help children see with their mobile eye clinic.

Half Helen Helps People See with Her Mobile Eye Clinic

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Watch how this community center in Elkhart is helping raise young leaders.

Creating A Community Center to Help Raise Leaders

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Watch musician Bob Rowe sing for the elderly and how he found his calling.

Using Music to Bring Love to People in Nursing Homes

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Read this reflective narrative about listening to God.

Listening to the Gentle Nudge to Leap Into Service

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Putting your mental health first is something we all can learn from Simone Biles.

Simone Biles Leaves Olympic Competition for Her Mental Health

Follow these tips for professionally leaving a toxic job.

7 Ways to Stay Professional as You Dump a Toxic Job

Watch how this community center in Elkhart is helping raise young leaders.

Creating A Community Center to Help Raise Leaders

Does anyone really know when is the best time to have a baby? Turns out, there isn't — you just have to go for it.

Figuring Out the ‘Right Time’ to Start A Family

What is a pilgrimage? Read to learn about the transformative religious journeys.

A Pilgrimage Can Change Your Life

Watch Oasis Juice Bar owner Abdi help the community's lifestyle.

Harlem Juice Bar Brings Healthy Choices to the Neighborhood

Finding inspiration from the Olympics and Olympians isn't as hard as it seems.

Inspired by the Olympics? Here’s How to Challenge Yourself

Take these career lessons from Ted Lasso.

Ted Lasso Taught Me 5 Career Lessons

Is Bo Burnham an angel or demon? Read what these two authors learned after watching 'Inside'.

What’s ‘Inside’ Bo Burnham — an Angel or Demon?

Read what it's like growing up in a poverty and then stepping into an affluent world.

‘I Knew I Was the Only Poor Person’