A Letter to a Princess

A Letter to a Princess

By Stephanie Jorritsma, summer intern Note: Last year, I was involved in a community theatre production in which I played a princess, a role complete with a beautiful dress and a happily-ever-after ending. One of the most surprising aspects of the part was the...
2020 Inspired Woman Scholarship Recipient

2020 Inspired Woman Scholarship Recipient

Anna Dragseth: Creating Opportunities By Marci Narum “Don’t wait for the right opportunity: create it.” When Irish playwright and critic George Bernard Shaw spoke those words, he likely had someone such as Anna Dragseth in mind. Anna is the recipient of the 2020...
Leading the Way

Leading the Way

A poem by Lisa Dingeman   They call us traitors for what’s not understood But God calls us perfect, forgiven, and good   It’s not the face you put on, but the title you own You’re God’ s only one, from sand into bone  Don’t listen to talk, only that which...
When Fear Breaks In:

When Fear Breaks In:

Fear has struck our land again Left us on our knees from sin  All around the words begin Bottled in the feelings spin    The world in haste we walk on pins Can’t live free or in our skin    The line’s been drawn way too thin The enemie’s found...
Liz Hunt: Inspiring the Next Generation to Lead

Liz Hunt: Inspiring the Next Generation to Lead

By: Stephanie Jorritsma Submitted photos Publisher’s note: This is Part One of a piece written by Inspired Woman summer intern Stephanie Jorritsma. She is a student of the leadership program mentioned in the article. Stephanie doesn’t receive college...
In the Midst of Angels: Rita Keegan, Sewing Surgical Masks

In the Midst of Angels: Rita Keegan, Sewing Surgical Masks

In the Midst of Angels Rita Keegan: Sewing Surgical Masks By Marci Narum Submitted photos Behind every quilter is a big stash of fabric, and Rita Keegan of Bismarck, North Dakota, has been happily making use of her supply as she practices social distancing during the...
Healing Through Creativity

Healing Through Creativity

By Aly Downs Submitted photos “Very creative is the human brain Letting it out can help relieve pain Some people who are capable and artistic  Can make changes you could say are holistic  Accomplishing something works on your drive  Helping make you feel better and...