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efore the sun is fully up on Saturday mornings, women gather behind Columbia Christian Fellowship to flip tires, drag ropes and push themselves through grueling outdoor workouts. Minutes later, sweaty and exhausted, they sit around a campfire sharing stories about faith, struggles and life. For the women of Chromium Tribe, the challenge is the point. The group combines physical fitness with spiritual encouragement, creating a space where women can grow stronger together, both mentally and spiritually. Chromium Tribe has been meeting in Columbia since late February as part of Women’s Alliance, a national outdoor ministry. Every Saturday morning begins with what Laura Feliciano describes as a “rugged workout.” “We meet outdoors, so we try to
“No one grows in their comfort zone,” Feliciano said. “It’s you against yourself, and when you’re doing this really hard workout, all kinds of amazing things happen. You sweat. You push yourself, and then you come out of that thinking, ‘Wow. I did that.’ But I did not struggle alone, because I did that with my tribe.” After the workout - guided by the unofficial motto “Don’t die. Modify.” - the women gather around a fire for devotionals and personal testimony. “There’s a sense of vulnerability when you’re cooling down after a good workout, sharing with each other,” Feliciano said. Chromium Tribe grew out of interest from local women who Chromium Tribe members during a recent workout. Photo by Cathy Molitoris had participated in other area do things you don’t do in a gym,” the strongest person in the tribe.” tribes. Leaders Erin Hinkle and A typical session might include Shannon Rote were members said Feliciano, who oversees multiple tribes in Pennsylvania and flipping heavy tires, doing rounds of Neon Tribe in Eastern York Maryland. “We strive to do our of burpees or even pulling vehicles before helping launch the Columbia group. Another local chapter, workouts so they’re harder than with ropes.
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Beatles Have Nothing on Magical History Tour BY JEFF FALK
It’s an informational adventure designed to transport passengers to a different time. In Manheim Township, history isn’t a mystery, but it is magical. Manheim Township Historical Society (MTHS) president Ben Webber will serve as your host and tour guide. “Obviously, it’s a take-off of the
Beatles’ song,” said Webber, who’s been in his position with MTHS for six years. “I want to make it fun. I want people to feel what I feel when I drive through the country. For me, it’s magical, and it gives us a sense of hope that we can impact the future. There may be an element of mystery in there as well. We are waiting to take you away.” MTHS’ Magical History Tour is the nonprofit’s latest way to See Magical pg 2
Ben Webber leads a group on a tour.
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