Mind and Heart

We sit down with Trinity parent and Founder and Lifestyle Mentor at Life Unburdened LLC, Michelle Konson. As both a Christian and professional organizer, Michelle finds deep meaning and value in helping others to live unburdened by clutter, both in their homes and in their hearts. In this episode, she teaches us about what it means to live unburdened, gives us practical lifestyle tips, and helps us to understand the power of letting go.   

We sit down with Trinity's Director of Counseling, Nancy Linton, and Trinity Upper School Counselor Ellen Hilliard to discuss the social and emotional challenges students are facing today, common stereotypes and misinformation regarding mental health, and what parents need to know. As Christians and licensed, professional counselors with years of experience working with students, Nancy and Ellen offer expert wisdom on this pressing issue from both a psychological and spiritual perspective. 

We sit down with Trinity's Head Boy Jonathan Meeker and Head Girl Christine Sinn. As seniors and leaders of the school, the two share their insights into what it means to be a leader and how they strive to use their influence for the good of the community. Fueled by a love for their fellow students and a desire to serve others, Christine and Jonathan strive to emulate Christ in their roles. These students are truly wise beyond their years, and offer excellent advice for students and adults alike about leading others well.

We sit down with scientist, entrepreneur, professor, speaker, and published author, Dr. Caroline Crocker as she discusses what makes her so passionate about the natural world, what it can reveal to us about God, and her experience with the intersection between science and faith. Ultimately, she encourages listeners to stay curious and fearlessly seek truth from a place of security in Jesus’ arms.

We sit down with TCS alumna, Grace Whitaker. Grace graduated from Trinity in 2021and finished her first year at the University of Virginia this spring. In this light-hearted yet insightful episode, Grace shares with us some wisdom about transitioning from high school to college and remaining faithful as a Christian in a secular environment.  

We sit down with TCS graduating senior David crouch. Like all our Upper School students, David is required to complete 40 hours of community service per year. While these service hours are commendable, it is his seemingly natural heart for service toward his peers and community in his everyday life that make him stand out from the crowd. Those who know David describe him as a humble, yet strong leader amongst his peers who emulates servant leadership from a quiet confidence, often serving behind the scenes and seldom taking the spotlight. In this episode, David talks to us about what it means to have a heart of service and why it is so important to serve those around us as Christians. 

We sit down with 2022 TCS grad, Ava Gidwani, who battles a chronic health condition that often causes her to experience pain, discomfort, and distraction. Despite these difficult circumstances, she has remained faithful, hopeful, and above all, courageous. Courage is one of Trinity's core tenets, and in this episode, Ava tells us a little bit about what it means to have courage in the face of suffering and fear.

We sit down with 2022 TCS graduate Jenna Gibson. Jenna was the president of Trinity’s Students for Life Club, and through both her involvement in the club and her strong convictions as a believer, she has become a passionate advocate for seeking and remaining rooted in truth. Truth is one of Trinity’s core values, and in this episode, Jenna talks with us about what truth is, why it’s important to be truth-seekers, and shares her own experiences of standing for truth, even when it goes against what is popular.

In this episode, we sit down with Trinity Christian School Varsity Cheer Coach and former Trinity student, Kelsey Daiber. For someone so young, Kelsey has experienced great hardship in her life. Kelsey watched her husband, Alex, battle with cancer only six months into their marriage, and gave birth their son only months before Alex would go home to be with the Lord. While her story is harrowing, Kelsey uses her experience to teach us about how to cope with loss, how to mourn with those who mourn, and how to grieve with hope. 

We sit down with author, speaker, and Trinity parent Chimene Dupler as she encourages mothers in the trenches of parenting to rely on the strength of the Lord. Chimene shares candidly about lessons learned while raising her three daughters, and strives to equip parents with confidence to raise up the next generation. She also gives a sneak peek of her next book!

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