I'm thankful that I got to join the cohort this year; meeting our group leader, Beverly, is a testimony of generosity. She has extended herself as a mentor and a woman of faith, creating a space for us to support one another. I think so far, I have learned that there are different forms of leaders in our field, and we face different challenges. We use this space to come together, develop self-awareness, and offer different perspectives to one another. Megan Fu-Koch from Bosto

Embracing a New Perspective I’ve come to see the connection between our spirituality and God’s creation in a new way. This realization has led me to rethink the true meaning of Genesis 1:28. Rather than interpreting “ruling over” creation from a human-centered perspective, I now understand it through a Yinist lens. This perspective emphasizes respect, care, and partnership with the natural world. This shift challenges me to see creation not as something to dominate, but as so