The other day I hosted my first small online creative gathering. It was simple, unpolished, and very real. But there was something quietly special about it.
The women came carrying the fullness of their day — stress, busy minds, the weight of life. Some were new to art journaling. Some weren't.
At the beginning, I simply invited them to make a mess. To let go of expectation. To be curious. To explore.
And something shifted.
As they began to loosen up, there was more conversation, laughter, and a real sense of ease in the space.
— Serlyn
We sat for a while with Philippians 4:6.
"Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank Him for all He has done. Then you will experience God's peace, which exceeds anything we can understand."
Philippians 4:6 (NLT)
Even though many of them already knew each other, something changed as they created together. They started encouraging one another, sharing what they were making, celebrating each other's pages.
— Maricel
By the end, when I asked what they had noticed, there was a sense of calm. Less anxiety. A realisation that it was okay not to have expectations — okay not to judge the outcome.
It wasn't about what they created. It was about what happened within them, and between them, as they gave themselves permission to slow down.
— Criselyn
I found myself loving it. Not just the creating, but holding space in that way. It felt natural, peaceful, and something I'd love to keep doing.
So I'm beginning to dream up a regular rhythm. The Gathering — a free, casual, ongoing space where we sit at our own kitchen tables, journals open, and create together. No pressure. No teaching. Just a few minutes with paper, paint, Scripture, and each other.
If something in you is whispering yes, keep an eye on this space. As soon as the rhythm is ready, I'll let you know — there's a seat at the table with your name on it.
Love,
Your creative friend Tina.
May you find your own quiet yes with Him today.
