About this episode

In this episode, the host meets Faithyna Leonard, the Faith Formation & Congregational Life Coordinator at the First Unitarian Church of Des Moines, to discuss her work and community impact.

Send us Fan Mail We’ve been meeting some of the amazing people out in the city of Des Moines doing the good work. This episode we’re keeping it local, meeting with an amazing person right here on our church staff doing the good work! Support the show

People in this episode

Guest: Faithyna Leonard

Topics covered

• faith formation
• congregational life
• community engagement
• local initiatives
• spirituality

Keywords

• faith
• congregational life
• Des Moines
• First Unitarian Church
• community work

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: First Unitarian Church of Des Moines

Places: Des Moines

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