Cultivating [ spaces ] Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:13:05 -0500 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1802540 en-us © 2026 Cultivating [ spaces ] yes a9f69888-81b4-54ae-9e08-c1998d4f4efe katelyn.dyer@lca.edu Lexington Christian Academy episodic false Welcome to Cultivating [ spaces ] - a podcast presented by Lexington Christian Academy in Lexington Massachusetts. Here is where experts and thought leaders in Christian learning communities discuss what’s on their mind and inside their work. Where faith and learning intersect/ Where good ideas… grow. Learn more about Lexington Christian Academy at www.lca.edu.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Lexington Christian Academy katelyn.dyer@lca.edu https://storage.buzzsprout.com/ei6kf78ugvf5hxqqaxzl2e45hbl4?.jpg Cultivating [ spaces ] Cultivating [career] Cultivating [career] In this special episode of Cultivating [Spaces], listen in on a dynamic conversation with Lexington Christian Academy alumni at the annual Career Showcase, featuring Elizabeth Nalunga, Fred DiStefano, Stephanie Coppola, and Michael Burrowes, and moderated by Head of School John Khouri. 

Hear firsthand how their educational journeys, career callings, and LCA experiences helped shape who they are today, offering thoughtful, practical, and deeply encouraging insight into what the future can hold—because at LCA, becoming truly begins here.

]]> In this special episode of Cultivating [Spaces], listen in on a dynamic conversation with Lexington Christian Academy alumni at the annual Career Showcase, featuring Elizabeth Nalunga, Fred DiStefano, Stephanie Coppola, and Michael Burrowes, and moderated by Head of School John Khouri. 

Hear firsthand how their educational journeys, career callings, and LCA experiences helped shape who they are today, offering thoughtful, practical, and deeply encouraging insight into what the future can hold—because at LCA, becoming truly begins here.

]]> Lexington Christian Academy Buzzsprout-18637720 Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500 3232 full false Cultivating [civic engagement] Cultivating [civic engagement] In an era where conversations can quickly become polarized, how can we equip young people to engage in thoughtful, respectful dialogue? How can we teach the next generation to stand firm in their convictions while also listening with empathy and understanding? And what role does a Christian education play in shaping students into future leaders who can navigate complex issues in our world with wisdom and grace?  Two of LCA’s beloved teachers, who also co-lead LCA's Model UN club, Emma Witmer and Anneke Lujan, dive into answering these questions with their unique expertise and wisdom. 

]]> In an era where conversations can quickly become polarized, how can we equip young people to engage in thoughtful, respectful dialogue? How can we teach the next generation to stand firm in their convictions while also listening with empathy and understanding? And what role does a Christian education play in shaping students into future leaders who can navigate complex issues in our world with wisdom and grace?  Two of LCA’s beloved teachers, who also co-lead LCA's Model UN club, Emma Witmer and Anneke Lujan, dive into answering these questions with their unique expertise and wisdom. 

]]> Lexington Christian Academy Buzzsprout-17545956 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0400 2936 full false Cultivating [college] Cultivating [college] For parents and students alike, the college search can be an overwhelming and daunting process! So, hear some words of wisdom from LCA's Director of College Advising, Rob Scaro, and be encouraged. Take a deep breath. Bust the college myths. Learn what's coming. Be prepared. And know that we are here to walk alongside students as they find the very best fit for them in the next step of their journey beyond the hallways of LCA! 

]]> For parents and students alike, the college search can be an overwhelming and daunting process! So, hear some words of wisdom from LCA's Director of College Advising, Rob Scaro, and be encouraged. Take a deep breath. Bust the college myths. Learn what's coming. Be prepared. And know that we are here to walk alongside students as they find the very best fit for them in the next step of their journey beyond the hallways of LCA! 

]]> Lexington Christian Academy Buzzsprout-16898858 Tue, 01 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0400 3209 full false Cultivating [ faith in action ] Part II Cultivating [ faith in action ] Part II The Gospel Changes Everything. Christopher Greco and Nate Grimley join us for part II of a mini series to talk about spiritual formation and the practical impact in our lives. Together, we’ll take a deeper dive into our unique theme for this school year —  how the Gospel changes everything. 

In addition to the many roles they play at LCA, Greco and Grimley are a part of LCA’s spiritual formation team, committed to and deeply passionate about spiritual growth and discipleship in the lives of our middle schoolers and high schoolers. 


]]> The Gospel Changes Everything. Christopher Greco and Nate Grimley join us for part II of a mini series to talk about spiritual formation and the practical impact in our lives. Together, we’ll take a deeper dive into our unique theme for this school year —  how the Gospel changes everything. 

In addition to the many roles they play at LCA, Greco and Grimley are a part of LCA’s spiritual formation team, committed to and deeply passionate about spiritual growth and discipleship in the lives of our middle schoolers and high schoolers. 


]]> Lexington Christian Academy Buzzsprout-16484673 Thu, 30 Jan 2025 08:00:00 -0500 3469 full false Cultivating [ faith in action ] Part I Cultivating [ faith in action ] Part I What does it mean to put our faith into action? Jenna Olson and Nelio Franco join us for part I of a mini series to talk about spiritual formation. What is spiritual formation? Why it is important? And how does LCA think about spiritual formation in the lives of our middle schoolers and high schoolers? 

As part of our spiritual formation team, these two are extremely passionate about spiritual growth and developing young hearts to love Jesus. LCA is so blessed to have this team leading the way in spiritual formation.


]]> What does it mean to put our faith into action? Jenna Olson and Nelio Franco join us for part I of a mini series to talk about spiritual formation. What is spiritual formation? Why it is important? And how does LCA think about spiritual formation in the lives of our middle schoolers and high schoolers? 

As part of our spiritual formation team, these two are extremely passionate about spiritual growth and developing young hearts to love Jesus. LCA is so blessed to have this team leading the way in spiritual formation.


]]> Lexington Christian Academy Buzzsprout-16484621 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 12:00:00 -0500 3072 full false Cultivating [ formation ] Cultivating [ formation ] Dr. Kevin Taylor (Wellspring Christian Education) joins us to discuss the value of Christian education, our responsibility as educators to be non-anxious presences in our children's lives, and the many ways that students can be spiritually formed in the context of Christian schooling. 

]]> Dr. Kevin Taylor (Wellspring Christian Education) joins us to discuss the value of Christian education, our responsibility as educators to be non-anxious presences in our children's lives, and the many ways that students can be spiritually formed in the context of Christian schooling. 

]]> Lexington Christian Academy Buzzsprout-16380634 Sat, 04 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500 3522 2 6 full false Cultivating [ the difference ] Part 4 Cultivating [ the difference ] Part 4 STEM division head, Eileen Ng. This is the last episode of our four part mini series featuring conversations about what's different about teaching & learning in a Christian environment. Eileen shares the many ways that faith and science intersect and support one another magnificently, and inspires us with her passion for scientific discover and deep commitment to faith. 

]]> STEM division head, Eileen Ng. This is the last episode of our four part mini series featuring conversations about what's different about teaching & learning in a Christian environment. Eileen shares the many ways that faith and science intersect and support one another magnificently, and inspires us with her passion for scientific discover and deep commitment to faith. 

]]> Lexington Christian Academy Buzzsprout-16380631 Sat, 04 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500 2263 2 5 full false Cultivating [ the difference ] Part 3 Cultivating [ the difference ] Part 3 Christopher Greco (Arts Division Head) shares his perspective on what makes Christian education different. He shares his decades of experience engaging students in creativity and worship, and inspires us to appreciate the process even more than the result of our labor. 

]]> Christopher Greco (Arts Division Head) shares his perspective on what makes Christian education different. He shares his decades of experience engaging students in creativity and worship, and inspires us to appreciate the process even more than the result of our labor. 

]]> Lexington Christian Academy Buzzsprout-16380629 Sat, 04 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500 2565 2 4 full false Cultivating [ the difference ] Part 2 Cultivating [ the difference ] Part 2 David Pothier (Bible & Social Studies Division Head) discusses the ways Christian education is set apart. He shares his experience navigating conversations about history from a uniquely Christian worldview, and inspires us to love our neighbors through remembering and investigating our historical heroes. 

]]> David Pothier (Bible & Social Studies Division Head) discusses the ways Christian education is set apart. He shares his experience navigating conversations about history from a uniquely Christian worldview, and inspires us to love our neighbors through remembering and investigating our historical heroes. 

]]> Lexington Christian Academy Buzzsprout-16380618 Sat, 04 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500 2651 2 3 full false Cultivating [ the difference ] Part 1 Cultivating [ the difference ] Part 1 Donna Williams (English & World Languages Division Head) discusses the ways that Christian education offers something special to students. Donna Williams offers decades of experience teaching Spanish and French, leading student leaders, and investing in service. 

]]> Donna Williams (English & World Languages Division Head) discusses the ways that Christian education offers something special to students. Donna Williams offers decades of experience teaching Spanish and French, leading student leaders, and investing in service. 

]]> Lexington Christian Academy Buzzsprout-16380610 Sat, 04 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500 1720 2 2 full false Cultivating [ competition ] Cultivating [ competition ] Cultivating [competition] hosts a conversation with LCA's Athletic Director, Andrew Mitchell, and former athletic director, esteemed coach, director of admissions, and beloved alumni, Ryan Patrie. The impact of athletics in the lives of our young people is powerful, so join us in talking about roles athletics play in developing young leaders and discipling the next generation of Christ followers.

]]> Cultivating [competition] hosts a conversation with LCA's Athletic Director, Andrew Mitchell, and former athletic director, esteemed coach, director of admissions, and beloved alumni, Ryan Patrie. The impact of athletics in the lives of our young people is powerful, so join us in talking about roles athletics play in developing young leaders and discipling the next generation of Christ followers.

]]> Lexington Christian Academy Buzzsprout-16380607 Sat, 04 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500 3337 2 1 full false Cultivating [ healing ] Cultivating [ healing ] Originally published in May 2021
Makoto Fujimura (world renowned artist) and Dr. Sheila Wise Rowe (Author) join Christopher Greco (LCA Arts Division Head) discuss finding beauty in brokenness and understanding the profound hope that can be found in the Gospel. 

]]> Originally published in May 2021
Makoto Fujimura (world renowned artist) and Dr. Sheila Wise Rowe (Author) join Christopher Greco (LCA Arts Division Head) discuss finding beauty in brokenness and understanding the profound hope that can be found in the Gospel. 

]]> Lexington Christian Academy Buzzsprout-16380593 Sat, 04 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500 4591 1 2 full false Cultivating [ hope ] Cultivating [ hope ] Originally published in May 2021
Dr. Virginia Ward (Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary) and Dr. Alison Cook (Author) join LCA parent and former trustee, Robert Bloodworth to discuss meaningful strategies for bringing hope to the next generation. 

]]> Originally published in May 2021
Dr. Virginia Ward (Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary) and Dr. Alison Cook (Author) join LCA parent and former trustee, Robert Bloodworth to discuss meaningful strategies for bringing hope to the next generation. 

]]> Lexington Christian Academy Buzzsprout-16380584 Sat, 04 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500 4453 1 2 full false Cultivating [ inquiry ] Cultivating [ inquiry ] Originally recorded in May of 2021
David Smith (Calvin University, Kuyers Institute for Christian Teaching and Learning) and Dorothy Vaandering (Memorial University) join LCA's Director of Academic Advising Jean Noh to discuss how technology is influencing our communities, how education is changing, and what makes Christian education different. 

]]> Originally recorded in May of 2021
David Smith (Calvin University, Kuyers Institute for Christian Teaching and Learning) and Dorothy Vaandering (Memorial University) join LCA's Director of Academic Advising Jean Noh to discuss how technology is influencing our communities, how education is changing, and what makes Christian education different. 

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