About Us
“We are flowers blossoming in ways we may not understand.”
– Sincerely, Nahomie
Excerpt from Pursuit of Joy (A Poetic Autobiography)
Her Story
Meet Nahomie
“I believe creativity gives us language for the things our hearts struggle to say. Through storytelling, poetry, and the arts, we can process our experiences, reconnect with ourselves, and find healing in ways that words alone cannot. My own journey taught me that creativity is more than an outlet, it is a pathway to healing, reflection, and hope.
I have witnessed the power of creative expression to transform pain into healing, isolation into community, and stories into bridges that connect us to one another.
Pursuit of Joy was born from that belief: that when people are given space to express themselves authentically, they can begin to heal, grow, and rediscover joy.
Every event, workshop, and experience we create is rooted in the conviction that our stories matter, our voices have value, and creativity has the power to bring us closer to ourselves, each other, and God.”
— Nahomie St. Louis, Founder of Pursuit of Joy
POJ Vision
We envision a world where women, youth, and entrepreneurs feel empowered to share their stories, embrace healing, and thrive in purpose through the transformative power of art, community, and spiritual growth.
POJ Mission
Pursuit of Joy exists to nurture healing, creativity, and purpose in women, youth, and entrepreneurs through faith-centered experiential arts and transformative community engagement, creating intentional spaces where individuals feel seen, empowered, and restored, and where art becomes a pathway to transformation and joy.
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Our Core Values
Integrity
Leading with honesty, excellence, and accountability
Collaboration
Innovating through story, art, and imagination.
Wellness
Nurturing health and healing.
Community
Building Belonging and Meaningful Connections
Empowerment
Equipping people to lead and thrive
Meet The Founder
“I believe in the power of creativity. It can transform a hospital room into a totally different world, a new reality outside the confines of an illness. Our imaginations unlock the healing power of art. Artists help the communities we serve access the innate creativity within.”
— Jennifer Howell, Founder of The Art of
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