For Candace Mililani Tabuchi, PhD, faith, work and culture intersect in profound ways. Growing up on Kaua'i, she was shaped by the culture embedded in her family and community. For Candace the "work of welcome" resonates deeply with the Spirit of Aloha of her home culture, and of course, this is deeply resonates with her Christian faith. Aunty Candace, as I know her, radiates wisdom and welcome and has so much to offer us.