An Update on The Underground App
Dear Sister,
Did you know it took nearly two full years for the news of emancipation to reach our people in Texas?
That delay—that long, aching wait—is the origin story of Juneteenth.
And it teaches us something sacred:
Delay is not denial.
“Though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.” — Habakkuk 2:3
We are reflecting on this part of our history today because we, too, are experiencing a delay.
Today was the day we had planned to release The Underground—our new app uniting our million+ members to walk, talk, and solve problems together. It is ready. It is powerful. It is ours. But the Apple and Google Play stores are still finalizing their reviews.
And so we pause—not in defeat, but in deep faithfulness.
Our team has been working tirelessly. We’ve poured so much into building this tool. So yes, this delay frustrated us. But we trust the timing.
Sometimes, God slows us down on purpose.
To let us catch our breath.
To feel what we’ve just walked through.
To honor the healing already underway.
To make space for the joy that’s rising.
So today, we breathe.
We give thanks.
And we prepare.
Because tomorrow, thousands of women will complete 10 weeks of Self-Care School, and all 10 badges earned will be available tomorrow as physical keepsakes in the GirlTrek store!
This is a journey worth pausing to reflect on.
And this weekend, many of us will walk in Juneteenth parades, wrapped in superhero blue.
If you are near any of the cities below, please come out and represent:
Montgomery, AL – Jun 21
Centennial Hill Festival with a walk for legacy and joy.
RSVP here »
NYC – Jun 21
Peloton x GirlTREK walk at Jackie Robinson Park. High-energy healing.
RSVP here »
Lawrenceville, GA – Jun 21
Freedom walk and community gathering at Rhodes Jordan Park.
RSVP here »
Baltimore/Annapolis, MD – Jun 21
Maryland’s Juneteenth Parade—walk with us in legacy.
RSVP here »
And whether you are joining a parade or reflecting on Juneteenth quietly at home, we have a sacred offering for you.
A movement meditation prepared by Morgan.
Listen today, while at home or on a walk. Breathe deeply while you listen. Celebrate your wholeness while you walk. Honor what is. And honor the body that has brought you this far.
We’ll be doing the same.
While also working with the app stores to move our release along. As soon as we have an update, we will share it with the community.
In the meantime, walk like you're celebrating the freedom of your ancestors!
Happy Juneteenth!
With love and solidarity,
The GirlTrek Team
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