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“On the last day of the world I would want to plant a tree.” - W. S. Merwin

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Last harvest day with our (almost) full 2026 crew.

We are missing one of our rock star interns Hali since she returned to University of Wisconsin.

It’s been an interesting season for this crew of mostly part timers and college students. I appreciate all their hard work and positive attitudes through the heat humidity and rain this year has thrown at us.

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Who up golden they goose rn

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happy place @votiveband

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I’ll know I’ve made it when I learn to look at the camera

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Kinda chic to join us for welcome week...

Monday: Pics and Pops outside Parks 10am-1pm
Tuesday: Drag Bingo at Labyrinth Coffee 7:00pm
Wednesday: Welcomefest 5:30-7:30pm
Thursday: S'morientation at The Vine 7:00pm

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That’s a wrap on SYA summer residency 2026! We are proud and in awe of the brave and incredible work of all of the scholars. And we are excited to track with them throughout the year as we offer calls, retreats, and leadership opportunities in their communities. THANK YOU to every gifted and generous person who makes this life-changing work possible!!

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SYA day 6 was a big one! We walked downtown Des Moines to learn about gentrification, served at @cishelter + introduced the concept of social holiness, journeyed the prayer labyrinth with @mzlbailey and connected with scholars and supporters from a host of partner congregations including @immanueldsm + Grinnell + Episcopal bishop @betseymonnot Also, the alumni track has begun!

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Got to see some good friends today, so thankful to have the opportunity to go through SYA!

AMAZING PHOTO CRED TO @erinnicklas23

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Great time at @iowaumchurch annual conference w/ a reunion lunch + alumni speakers throughout the weekend!

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SYA staff intros! Meet @evan_baker9 - our Alumni Retreat Track director:

Hey! My name is Evan and I am beyond excited to return to SYA, this time as the Director for the Alumni Track! I’ve been involved in SYA since 2020 and have served as a mentor for the last four residencies. I currently live in Ames and work as an EMT in Des Moines. I am most passionate about climate change and how a green future can help create a truly just and sustainable community for everyone. I’m looking forward to continuing my learning and expanding my community with everyone this summer!

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THANK YOU AMES

for being everything i needed exactly when i needed it

the adventures the humans and the memories made will forever be near and dear to my heart🫶

ames —-> madison

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Kissing the homies on the mouth (with teeth)

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