Feature stories

Don Gleason helps people make smoother life, career transitions
As a career transition coach, Don knows people desire change, but they don’t usually know what they want to do next or why.

Perry Gabbard lived a dream, found clarity on the Pacific Crest Trail
“There was a pull drawing me to the trail. It was like the way the Earth pulls at the moon from its perigee, or their closest points,” Perry explained. “My professional life was like the apogee, or the furthest point away from where I needed to be.

Mike Brennan challenges people of all ages to awaken their creativity
When Mike found himself in a dark season of life, he committed to creating something new every day for a year. Through it, he found renewed purpose.

David Steen redefines the American Dream around family and God
David advocates pursuing the American Dream in a way that allows people to achieve their dreams, yet doesn’t shut out everyone else around them.

Former pastor finds purpose in making people laugh
Tim Ketchersid is a lawyer and former pastor who felt God nudging him toward one of the desires of his heart – serving as a stand-up comedian.

Phyllis Jenkins shines spotlights on others’ powerful journeys
While Phyllis searched for her “God assignment,” she realized she had been looking for her purpose in the wrong place.

As a coach, instructor, athlete and brand partner, Andrea Austin is a dealer of hope
“When I deal in hope, I’m helping women to understand if they want to do something, they can by simply deciding to learn more about it,” said Andrea. “You can be trained and take your life in a new direction.”

Nick Lituanio finds purpose in creating videos for seasoned citizens
Although retired, Nick Lituanio still produces videos about making relationships count; maintaining good health; keeping dreams alive; and remaining young at heart by pursuing adventure at any age.

Preacher celebrates 98th birthday with a skydiving experience
Acting on a suggestion by his granddaughter, Roy Jernigan wanted to do something he had never done before to celebrate his 98th birthday.