The Transformative Power of Prayer and Community with SoulCore | Strength for Spirit, Mind & Body

Kristina Schmitt
Sep 3
2 min read

Leadership Rooted in Service

Strong together: Faith, Prayer and Community

Rosary beads resting in someone’s hands during prayer.

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, disconnected, and stretched thin. Many of us search for strength—physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually—but often look for it in all the wrong places. In this episode of the Healthy Leader Series, I sat down with Deanne Miller, co-founder of SoulCore, to talk about how prayer, movement, and community can bring real transformation into our lives.

Grace Is Always Pouring Out

Rays of sunlight breaking through clouds

Deanne shared a profound truth: “The benefit of prayer and community is strengthening—truly strengthening spiritually, emotionally, physically, and mentally. There’s benefit, the graces are pouring out. You may not see them or feel them immediately, but the graces are pouring out.”

This reminder is powerful for anyone walking through a season of waiting or discouragement. Even when we can’t immediately see the results, God’s grace is already at work, strengthening us in ways we may not yet recognize.

Leadership Rooted in Service

In SoulCore, leaders aren’t just instructors—they’re guides who walk alongside participants in prayer. As Deanne explained, “We’re not necessarily leading people; we pray. We’re leading people closer to God—that is our prayer.”

It’s a beautiful picture of leadership: not about hierarchy or control, but about creating a path that helps others grow closer to Christ.

The Power of Circles

One of the intentional elements of SoulCore is gathering in a circle. This is more than just a practical setup—it’s symbolic. No one is higher, lower, better, or worse. In that circle, everyone is equal, walking together in faith.

This setup is a visual and spiritual reminder that God meets us where we are, and we are called to meet each other with that same openness and humility.

Community That Strengthens

Smiling group after a class, looking joyful and united

We weren’t created to walk this journey alone. Prayer and community, especially when paired with physical movement, help us grow stronger in every way. Together, we become resilient, hopeful, and aligned with God’s purpose for our lives.

Deanne’s story is a testimony to the healing power of faith, and SoulCore is an invitation to anyone seeking to integrate body, mind, and soul in a deeper relationship with God.

Experience SoulCore

If you’ve ever longed for a way to combine prayer, reflection, and physical movement, SoulCore may be exactly what your heart has been searching for. You don’t need to be a fitness expert or even know the rosary by heart to begin—you simply need a willingness to enter into prayer with your whole self.

Learn more at www.soulcore.com

Follow along on Instagram & Facebook: @‌soulcoreproject

Final Reflection:

When we pray together, move together, and live in community, we don’t just grow individually—we grow stronger collectively. God’s grace is always pouring out, and through faith and fellowship, we become instruments ready to glorify Him.

🎧 Missed the episode? Listen to the full conversation here → https://youtu.be/qJcGi6SElyc