CGA has been tough and challenging but rewarding and beautiful, all at the same time. This blog is dedicated to my leadership track family. Leadership track has been unbelievable. The teachings, discussions, presentations, community, vulnerability have all played a huge part into why leadership track has been an integral part of my experience here at CGA. These folks are fearless and are bringing Kingdom. And I'm blessed to be walking through this experience with them. 

Meet the people:

1. Travis Bonning

Travis is our leadership track leader. He also was my squad mentor for my time on the race. He is mentoring his third squad now while also supervising our leadership track. He is uncomfortable with public speaking which I think is because he wants to point everything he does and says to the Lord. He doesn't want any of the glory or fame. He has a gift for speaking in front of people and also into peoples' lives. He's wise beyond his years and has played a huge part in my spiritual journey.

2. Kevin Cattaneo

Kevin is a fellow squadmate and teammate from my race. He has the gift of leadership and walks in humility. He is a brother, friend and fellow Dam Builder! He will be heading out to squad lead C squad in January.

3. Amy Mejeur

 (Amy is on the right)

Amy is feisty. She is a safe place for everyone and loves people extremely well. She is open and vulnerable which allows others to be the same when around her. She loves to have fun and also really enjoys Star Wars. #HanSolo

4. Aimee Marbury

Aimee is real and authentic. She is very observant and personable. When I think of the word vulnerability I think of Aimee. I see her shifting atmospheres with just her presence. The Lord has an amazing journey ahead for her. Remember the name, Aimee Marbury.

5. Dillon Seeley

Dillon. This guy is one of the most creative people I've ever met. His creativity comes through in his cooking and his words. He has the gift of teaching and imparting wisdom to those he's speaking to. The Lord has called him to Japan. Dillon, it's coming soon man.

6. Erika Michael

 (Erika is front and center)

Erika is a teacher. She thinks before she speaks. And when she speaks, dang it's powerful. She is passionate about sharing her story and seeing women find freedom in theirs. Erika will be heading back out on the field with Beauty for Ashes in January. 

7. Casey Baxter

Casey is a natural born leader. She loves to have fun. She has a ton of influence and has mastered how to use it for good. She asks the tough questions that no one wants to ask. She loves playing tennis and celebrating with people in their accomplishments. 

8. Joshua Beebe

Joshua aka Beebs. Beebs just ran a marathon. That's right, 26.2 miles. He is a soft spoken, powerful warrior who runs straight through any obstacle that might be in his path. He is super intentional with people and great at asking questions. If you want to run a marathon now you know who to talk to.

9. Isabella Strafaci

Isabella aka Bella. Bella loves well. She serves well. Bella brings Kingdom by just speaking. She is great at bringing everything back to the gospel and pointing everything back to Jesus. That translates to everything she does and says. Her presence alone says "Not me. But Jesus."

10. Daniela Piva Albuquerque

 (Piva is on the right)

Daniela aka Piva. Piva walks into a room and pure joy ensues. She is a risk-taker. She is fearless. Piva is sensitive to what the Spirit is wanting to do in any situation. She speaks life and truth into dark places and situations. Evangelism is one of the many gifts she embodies.

I'm a Dam Builder. These folks are Dam Builders. We can't be stopped. We won't be stopped. This right here is the body. Each of these folks embody characteristics of Jesus. So if you're curious about what Jesus looks like, I've just given you 10 examples. Love, joy, intentionality, vulnerability, humility. That's Jesus!

We're Bringing Kingdom! Wanna join?