Summer 2017 Issue

Women of Xcellence in Ministry Welcome to the Spring 2017 Issue of Xcellence Community Magazine. I am especially proud to be featured on the cover of this issue, celebrating Women in Ministry. Being a woman in ministry, I empathize with the journey in which we are all called. This issue is sure to be one of inspiration and powerful connections. I encourage each of you to reach out to each of these women across the country and let us support you and get involved in each other’s ministry and works.

I do not feel that the multitude of individuals understand how challenging it can be to walk in the purpose and visions of God. On one side you want to do things your way and on the other side God is nudging you to go the opposite direction. That direction is often times, the one less traveled and is one of great sacrifice and discipline.

I, personally would like to say “THANK YOU” for choosing a less popular path, but yet making what you do in the eyes of others easy. Although, the journey comes with many twists, turns, and unexpected surprises, continue the unchartered course of success. Success is not all measured in dollars and cents! I know many miserable individuals who felt that money could make them happy. You, my sister, are living an abundant life, because it is not one of your own. Rather you know me personally or not, please know that I am committed to seeing you be successful in the greater works that God has called has called you to in pursuing pursue.

Dr. Angella Banks, Founder, President, & CEO Xcellence, Inc.

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Dr. Angella Banks Xcellence Inc iDream University Founder & Midwife to Purpose

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Eve & Nikki WLNOA Founders

Miara Shaw Maven Business Academy & Maven Nation Founder

Coach Karren Todd Power Walk Ministries Founder, Author

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The Great Awakening: Women in Ministry is on the Rise!

Yes, it is true that we can easily reference great women from the bible, but God has equipped a new generation of women leaders in ministry and they are armed and equipped to use their gifts and talents to bless the Kingdom of God. As women continue to lead in business, education, and the community, they are also shifting ministry in an impactful way. According to Barna (2017), there is a slow and steady rise of female pastors. One of every 11 Protestant pastors is a woman, which is triple as many as there was 25 years ago.

With this steadily increasing rise in women ministry, it is even more important that women leaders in ministry connect and support each other. Whatever women do, they must do twice as well as men to be thought half as good. This should come as no surprise as this is a traditional thought process and remains an antiquated way of thinking today in women’s ability to lead.

Xcellence, Inc. continues to focus on the grassroots, unmet, and under acknowledgment of leaders across this country and abroad. As the Founder, President, and CEO of Xcellence, Inc. and a woman in ministry, I felt it was only appropriate to share this platform with those women who are in the trenches everyday using their gifts, and giving them back to world, in order to build up and edify the Body of Christ.

I pray that you enjoy this special issue and connect with the many women featured.

Many more great things are in store for Women of Xcellence in Ministry, including the beginning planning stages of a conference, book, and much more to support and celebrate the women standing on the front lines in both church and the marketplace interceding, praying, trusting, and working to make this world a better place. If you are interested in joining our movement, please call 1-888-983-1672 ext 1 or visit www. xcellenceinc.org today.

God Bless, Dr. Angella Banks

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I am a dreamer and I love helping others to “Dream Big.” It was less than a year ago when I began to ask God what was next for my life and who I was to him. I have always known I was special to him; however, I, like many others had pre-determined what I wanted to do in life. The only difference was I was in the final days of completing my doctoral degree, in which God had spoken to me and said that I would use it for the Body of Christ. This question was not one of urgency initially as I had been in school for 5 years pursuing the degree. I was too focused on the journey to be concerned about the final destination of it. I will never forget the day that I was talking to God and said, OK, so I’m a Coach.

months, and me seeking his face in fasting and prayer that small pieces of revelation began to come. The first words I heard clearly was “Duplicate Yourself!” Scared at the thought, I was unsure what the Holy Spirit meant. What I was sure about was that I had to be obedient. It then became more clear day by day that he was positioning me for a move of God that was a Gamechanger in the coaching industry.

The task was more than to simply coach but to use coaching as a life-changing experience for everyone involved in the process. Today, I am proud to say and announce that I have completed two full classes of iDream Certified Coaches. The program itself is uniquely designed and only one that God could have creatively designed, as I just don’t feel that I am smart enough. The iDream Certification program is an eight week long course for individuals desiring to walk in their calling and gifts by simultaneously coaching, guiding, and leaders others to theirs using a mixed methodology of foundational biblical principles, life coaching, and business strategies to evoke change. Those characteristics of the program are nice, but what makes me smile even

It was in that moment that he assured me that I was not just a coach, but he had called me to do something greater. Me, like many others heard his voice but began to use a model of coaching like many others in the marketplace. That was, until….he in the blink of an eye began to not allow it to prosper. I was confused, frustrated, and was totally clueless about what I was supposed to do next. It did not happen immediately, but over a course of time, expanding about 6

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more is the mere fact that each of the Certified iDream Coaches received specializations that speaks to their own deliverance, life’s story, and challenges they have faced in life. Therefore, from Day 1, they become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in their own lives and use it to minister to others, while monetizing their gifts that God has given.

University. I am also the Publisher of this great magazine, an author, philanthropist, inspirational speaker, and the proud mom of my beautiful princess, Aniya. The level of success that I have been blessed to receive, was not solely because of my gifts and talents, but because of my obedience, sacrifice, and the decision to be a willing vessel to God. I am one who moves with a sense of urgency, because my only desire is to hear God say, “Well Done My Good and Faithful Servant,” and to know that did my very best to “Die Empty and Live a Full Life!” I encourage you to do the same.

In such a short amount of time, I have seen lives transformed immediately during coaching calls and sessions. It is marketplace ministry at its best and the transformation that takes place within both the coach and the coachee’s life is one of joy and happiness. In addition to the iDream Coaching Certification Program, I have a small group of individuals that I coach to fulfill their life’s purpose and develop, package, and present their gifts and ministries to the world.

Although, the iDream Brand is in its infancy stages, it is surely one that take this nation by storm and make a huge impact in the Body of Christ and the lives of others. My all new iDream University, which provides a mixture of courses for leaders in the areas of business, career, spiritual, and leadership will launch on June 5th.

I am excited to be the Founder, President, and CEO of both Xcellence, Inc. and iDream

To Book Dr. Angella Banks for your next event, or to connect with me and learn more about my Walk in “Xcellence” and journey of being a “Big Dreamer” please give me a call at 1-888-983-1672 ext 1 or via email at www.drangellabanks.org. I can be reached on all social media platforms: Facebook, IG, LinkedIn: Dr. Angella Banks Twitter: DrA_DreamCoach

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Deidre Proctor is the CEO and Co-Founder of Amazing Retreats International. She is known as the Retreat Strategist. Amazing Retreats International understands that every retreat is unique. Deidre is passionate about her clients being able to relax, renew, refresh and rejuvenate their lives. She is committed to success in delivering more than expected so that each retreat will be inspiring, fun and memorable for a lifetime – all within your budget!

How does she do it? By operating with integrity, from the heart, humility, honesty, and open communication, relationships are fostered with her clients and vendors. Deidre is a Certified iDream Clarity Coach through iDream University, which allows coaches to use their life’s story, trials and testimonies as a base in their ministry to help others turn pain into purpose. She also heads up the Entrepreneurial and Business development track for iDream University. Deidre loves helping others achieve their goals and turn their dreams into their reality. With over 20 years of experience in sales, marketing, and strategy development, Deidre’s passion for helping others to go for their dreams has made her a highly sought after Trainer and Coach. Combine those two together, retreats and business development, and you have the makings of an explosive week of finding, learning and implementing.

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Desiring to lead by example, Prophetess Stephens decided to further her education at Beulah Heights University. Her study of focus is to achieve an Associate degree in Christian Counseling with a minor in Business Administration. Long term plans include a Masters degree in Social Work.

Mechelle Stephens, AKA “The Mask Lady,” Author, “Unmasking” and “Unmasked and Unashamed” Transformational speaker, Inner-Strength Life Coach enthusiast. Wearing her signature mask, she aids to empower and inspire individuals to move from hopelessness to hope by sharing her traumatic experience as a victim of childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, and self-destructive behaviors. She has appeared in numerous TV, radio, and other media outlets. In addition, she has spoken on panels, seminars, workshops, and training programs. She works in all settings, community, church, organizations, non-profits, stakeholders, and lawenforcement agencies.

Her passion, coupled with strong leadership skills, helps empower women and young girls to become aware of selfworth and the ability and to reach the fullest potential in life.

Prophetess Stephens has published two books.

“Unmasking” is an autobiography in which she candidly shares her tumultuous journey in an effort to offer survivors the courage to stop hiding in the shadows of shame and live a victorious life. It is a true story of redemption. Prophetess Stephens’ message fosters healing and deliverance.

Her second book is “Unmasked and Unashamed” a self help workbook aids the reader to unmask from a life filled with guilt, shame, and low self-esteem. It was written with the hope that those who are bound by unmet needs, unhealed hurts and unresolved issues may learn to walk in liberty and experience the unconditional love of God. Her desire is that by following these practical steps, your life can be transformed into a healthier mind, body, and soul.

Prophetess Stephens is the Founder and CEO of WGW (Watch God Work) Ministries, Incorporated, a 501c3 organization that provides Christian outreach services along with a plethora of tools and resources that spread the Good News of Christ.

Prophetess Mechelle Stephens a native of Georgia, is the daughter of Patricia A. Peeks and the late John Willie Peeks. Prophetess Stephens accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior at the early age of fifteen at New Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Powder Springs, Georgia.

Gripped by the continuous call from God and operating under the evidential anointing of God, Prophetess Stephens embraced her call to the Gospel ministry at age 37 and was licensed in 2002 and was later ordained in 2003 under the leadership and direction of her current Pastor Rev. A.L.Zollicoffer.

During her tenure at New Friendship, Prophetess Stephens has served in various capacities including: The Women’s Department Assistant, Director of The Women’s Department, Assistant Youth Pastor, Youth Pastor and now serves as the Director of Social Service Referral Program.

Utilizing her gift in Administration, Prophetess Stephens has developed and implemented several ministries that have provided a much needed, targeted focus on our young men and young women, namely L.O.V.E (Ladies of Victory walking in Excellence), M.O.V.E (Men of Victory Walking in Excellence), the Junior Deacons Ministry, the Pool of Bethesda Recovery Ministry and the Royal Ambassadors Youth Council.

Recognizing the need to empower young Christians to demonstrate their abilities to lead, she implemented the Watch God Work Servant Leadership Award which rewards young leaders for their commitment to the service of God and man.

Prophetess Stephens is a Certified Life Coach her passions is to help facilitate growth and change through effective coaching. Transforming lives by helping you discover your inner strength.

With an unwavering commitment to God and a determination to partner with God in the ministry and with loving support of her husband Samuel B. Stephens, Sr. and three children, Tamika D. Cunningham, Daleisa Stephens and Samuel Stephens, Jr. Prophetess Stephens has dedicated her life and gifts to the spiritual and social emancipation of all God’s people. A preacher, teacher and prophetess to this generation, she continues to center her ministry with the call of Matthew 4:19 “Follow me and I’ll make you fishers of men.”

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LaTasha Stanley is the Founder of LaTasha Stanley Ministries. Her organization is based out of Jackson, Tennessee and specializes in empowering women and spiritual healing. The vision of LaTasha Stanley Ministries incorporates re-defining individuals to live a healthy, spiritual, financial, and a mental free life. The organization’s mission is to inspire others to overcome their adversity through teaching, coaching, empowering and leading others to believe and trust Gods Love. We desire to motivate others in all walks of life, so they can better connect with their families, communities, marketplace, and kingdom ministry. Our key focus is to assist anyone through transition and mentor them into a successful place. God tells us in His Word that He wants us to be healthy, whole, and free.

LaTasha Stanley Ministries was birthed out of painful childhood experiences, which shaped and molded LaTasha into the woman she is today. Although, she has forgiven and been healed, God placed it on her heart and gave her purpose out of her pain. In Isaiah 61, the prophet proclaimed that the Messiah would bind up the brokenhearted, proclaim freedom for the captives, release prisoners from darkness, and comfort all who mourn. The hearts and spirits of abuse survivors have been crushed.

They are prisoners of darkness living in shame and fear. Like the Good Samaritan, we are mandated to tend to those who have been beaten, robbed of their innocence and dignity, and left discarded by the road side. The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me, because He has anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor. He has sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and set them free.

LaTasha is a Certified iDream Coach from iDream University, and also the owner of Greater Guide Travels, in which she plans family and business vacations and travel for individuals across the country. She is a motivational speaker and is currently booking for one-on-one coaching sessions and wordwide travels @ LaTashaStanleyMinistries@gmail.com or call 1-800-435-8219.

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Ramona Gaines (also known as “Coach Mona”) is the Founder of a nationwide movement called Pearl Nation. A movement in which God gave her through a vision to go deep to find his “Lost Pearls.” It is through her transparency of rape, looking for love in all the wrong places, and life experiences that has given her the life’s mission of empowering women to know that no matter how lost they may feel, God is yet with them and has purpose for them.

“He found me in my pain, he found me in my shame, he found me in my unworthiness, and cleaned me up. If he can do it for me, he can do it for them too,” says Coach Mona. Through Pearl Nation, Coach Mona is committed to changing the lives of hurting women and girls all across the country.

She is a Certified iDream Coach through iDream University, which is an 8-week biblical-based life coaching program which allows coaches to use their life’s story, trials, and testimonies to use as a base in their ministry to help others turn pain into purpose. She also heads up the Professional Leadership Development Track for iDream University aids individuals across the country in how to use their professional careers for the kingdom, and identify marketplace ministry opportunities regardless of their location.

She ministers the gospel, is an anointed psalmist with an upcoming book and album release coming Summer 2017. Coach Mona is now booking for speaking, coaching and psalmist opportunities. To secure your event or date, call 1-888-983-1672 ext 704 or email CoachMona@gmail.com.

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THREE ONE 6, LLC WHAT IS IT?

First and foremost, it is a ministry that mentors the soul. The organization was founded my me and my husband, David Cain. It based on two experiences. The first experience is from John 3:16, for God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son. The second experience that drove the creation of the organization came from my husband’s high school experience. As one of the last schools to desegregate in Michigan, he had to take a 20-mile bus ride to a mostly White school. Each day, he would reluctantly board the school bus, and the driver of Bus number 316, would often say “get on this bus, you’ve got someplace to go”.

WHAT DO WE DO? Simply, our mission is to encourage people around the world to “Be Strong” in their faith and to believe in themselves. The Be Strong campaign is based on Ephesians 6:10 – “Finally Brethen, be strong in the courage of the Lord.”

HOW DO WE DO IT?

Matthew 28:19 encourages us to make disciples “as we go.” We believe that nothing can be as simple as “as we go.”

As we go about our day and its activities, we seek to encourage people. Whether its in the grocery store, in the mall, in the library….or just walking in the neighborhood. A popular tool that we use to promote the making of disciples as we go is our “Be Strong campaign” which is highlighted by the free giveaway of a 2 inch beige wristband that is embossed with the words “Be Strong Eph 6:10” around the circular path in bold letters. As my husband and I travel around the world, we give away wristbands to anyone that we feel could use the encouragement needed the encouragement. We have “Be Strong” members in Israel, Canada, Brazil, Peru, Mexico, and many states in the US.

HOW DOES THIS CONNECT WITH WCA INTERIORS?

In addition to being part owner of Three One 6, WCA Interior’s mission fits well with Three One 6. While WCA is about designing and redesigning the interior of residential and commercial spaces to inspire the soul, so does Three One 6 whose mission is to “make you the best you that you can be.”

Your home should be your Sanctuary , my main focus is to create harmony and balance. My main focus is to invite a secure and healthy and beautiful space.

Through power of layout of design and placement of furniture or selection of wall color with the element of inclusion of natural elements .

When I consult with clients I first listen to their deserves . I then ask question the personal question . What are your habits , are there places you like to travel , what do you like to do do?

I realize often people know what they what , they just don know how to put it together.

I get to help people bring their visions of what want to life . I also do my best to create it with the space and their budget .

“Uniquely design into their Sanctuary “

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Maria Luchsinger is a teacher, speaker, and Founder of the Women’s Career Transformation Network.

Using over 30 years of work experience in the fields of education and business, she coaches women so they can transform their careers and find joy in balanced lives.

Maria left the corporate world at the end of 2010 after becoming exhausted from long days that included a commute into the heart of Seattle for almost seven years. She has since reinvented her career by choosing to do the things in her career that bring her joy and encourages other women to do the same. She loves to read, travel, and play the piano.

Her latest book is called How to Get Your Joy Back!: A Women’s Guide to Midlife Career Transformation. It is available at www.marialuchsinger.com and Amazon.

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Vaniesha L. Moore, commonly known as Vee, is a Servant. Her ministry is vast and ranges from youth empowerment/advocacy to financial literacy for millennial entrepreneurs who want to embrace their MoneyPower and have hope for their financial future.

fellowships. She was blessed to mentor several young ladies through this avenue, and God eventually provided her a vision for a girl’s nonprofit organization of her own.

Vee has been in ministry for over ten years, beginning in the financial sector, specifically teaching individuals about tax laws, budgeting plans and alternative ways to save. The desire to see people live free and happy lives grew over time and in 2010 God gave her the business ministry, Hope Financial. This ministry has aided in the successful education application of children, teens, collegiate, adult men and women of all ages. Her organization facilitates workshops and offers individual and family consultations.

Vee has had the wonderful opportunity to launch the successful series Brunch on a Budget as well as speak at various luncheons, schools and universities.

Her passion for youth empowerment and advancement was developed in an opportunity to work in a local church community for 8 years serving Teen and Collegiate Youth through spiritual teaching, edifying events, and fun

During mentorship ministry, she aided several hundred youth between the ages of 16-24yrs old in obtaining their high school diploma/GED, enroll in post-secondary educational programs, create resumes/learn interviewing skills as well as obtain jobs. This ministry with youth is dear to her heart as she knows investment in youth is investment in our communities’ possibility for success. From tutoring after-school programs to teaching job application form completion, she takes pleasure in building youth.

Vee embraces all that God is allowing her to do in life as an Author, Speaker, Teacher, Student, Preacher and Business-Woman; however, she sees her various ministries as a Servant’s opportunity, called to spread Love, Light and Power in every encounter.

For more information, you can contact her at vmoore@hopeforyourfinances.com or @ hopefinancial on Facebook and Instagram.

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FROM THE DESK OF

Elder Yvonne Sangster Obadiah 1:17 17But upon mount Zion shall be deliverance, and there shall be holiness; and the house of Jacob shall possess their possessions.

Mt. Zion Church, 838 S. Tipton, Covington, TN 38019 Assistant Pastor, Mt. Zion Church I not only minister to people through God’s word, I reach out through our music ministry as well, a leader in the Praise Team and choir. God touched our Bishop to allow me to head the Women’s Ministry. That has always been a joy to me because I’ve seen so many women struggle with different situations. Mt. Zion is a spiritual hospital where souls can be healed and God guides me to work as a leader on that staff. I’m first a wife of one husband, two children and five grandchildren, with that in mind it shows my job is never done. I have, to pray without ceasing.

Since God chose me to sow a spiritual seed on “Good” ground using our vision to Pray, Encourage, Equip, Teach and Serve, as a true woman of God. My goal is always to show the women of God how to live a life of Faith through prayer and supplication. In Titus 2:4 Paul exhorted that the older women should teach the young women, this ministry is for “All Women” (single, married, widow, teenagers).

May is celebrated for Women’s month, it’s not only for Mother’s Day, it’s a time that we take to fellowship more on one accord. We normally have a prayer breakfast and seminar to encourage and have fun in the Lord. We’ve already had some positive outcomes in our ministry.

1. Joy & Sorrow night, where we met had fun, ate, and some shared and was delivered 2. Prayer Breakfast, where my aim was to encourage prayer and we simulated a prayer wall and prayers were answered, there were even young girls, that had answered prayers from the wall.

3. We have had “Speak Out” short talks from women that encouraged others and prayers and scriptures from others that normally don’t speak that have touched others.

4. The Calendar Tea, women come together and from all birth months and prepare food and we sale plates to raise money, which always seems to be a success.

5. Some of the women head the Mission Outreach Ministry The women’s ministry attendance has grown from 10 to 30 at our last event, there is “Power” in a praying Woman.

Mt. Zion also, celebrates Assistant Pastor Love month in the month of May, giving honor to me as the Assistant Pastor, even though I do not expect things for recognition, God has always Blessed!

I see God doing great things in this ministry through me. My next goal is to begin a women’s bible study called “Just Between Us” and take a women’s fellowship trip to Eureka Springs, AR, to The Great Passion Play. God, gets the glory for so many Awesome, situations at Mt. Zion and I Expect him to do more. He blesses exceedingly, abundantly more than we can ask or think…

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Miara Shaw can be found on many platforms across America and some of the first words you will hear her speak within a five-minute conversation are, “Go ahead and just do the BAM THANG!” The phrase is part of her brand to empower women in her branded group “Maven Nation” to “Bust – A – Move” in their lives, specifically in the areas of balance, accountability, execution, and pursuing their purpose in life.

Miara is well recognized in the Houston, Texas market where she resides with her husband, Maurice Shaw and their family of four children.

She was named as Who’s Who in Black Houston (2013) and as the 2013 Programming Committee Co-Chair for the National Black MBA Association.

She is the Founder of the Maven Business Incubator in which you can find her all new

“Signature Business and Leadership Incubator.”

Maven Miara is more than well equipped to carry entrepreneurs to the next level due to her extensive corporate America background stemming from being a rare jewel as a minority woman in the natural gas trading industry.

When asked, what is a Maven? Her response was, “A Maven is a trusted professional who seeks to pass her knowledge on to others.” Curiosity then triggered the next question, how did all of this begin? She recalls a morning commute after dropping of the kids and a real-life come to Jesus type of conversation of what her life would start to look like after the kids were grown and off to college. That conversation began a floodgate of additional questions and probing of what was

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“Be okay being a beginner, learn your authentic self!”

her purpose beyond being a mom, wife, careerprofessional. Soon thereafter the discovery phase began as she consulted with God about her additional gifts and talents.

where you are in the journey, you are CAPABLE, PREPARED, and READY (CPR).

She recalled asking God, “What do you want from me? Don’t ask the question, if you really don’t want the answer, because God began to deal with me instantly. It was unique frequencies that continued to get louder and louder over time.

The moment I surrendered to the voice of God and said, I will do what you would have me to do.

The next steps began to happen very quickly and today you have the making, molding and shaping of Maven Miara Shaw,” said Miara.

Although things happened verily quickly, there was yet an appointed timing to birthing the vision of Maven Nation and the Maven Business Academy,” said Miara. She encourages other Mavens and entrepreneurs to endure the process and enjoy the journey of discovery so that God can properly prepare you for the assignment. Per Miara, “One cannot skip the preparation phase.

It’s easy for individuals especially in a social media society to watch others HIGHLIGHT REEL without knowing if it is indeed TRULY REAL! Start where you are and know that regardless of

Miara’s keynote presentations, workshops, and resources are all crafted to help guide audiences to understand FOCUS, BALANCE and EXECUTION. This Maven is definitely using her God-given gifts and talents in Marketplace Ministry to bless, motivate, and empower others to finish strong in the race and last but not least, go ahead and just Do-The-Bam-Thang!

To learn more about The Extraordinary Maven visit www.miarashaw.com. Miara is available for speaking engagements and consultations by calling 832.409.3342 or emailing miara@ miarashaw.com.

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Ms. Rita Jones Dudley resides in Holly Springs, MS-USA with her three children Markesha, Takenya, and Jarie. Since 2009, Evangelist Dudley has been mentoring youths and sharing her passion for God in Holly Springs and Memphis, TN Metro areas and internationally. Her motto is “Accept people where they are, but don’t leave them as they are!” She is an international motivational speaker, songwriter, and author. In her first book, “CHOICE”, she shares her life experiences, on peer pressure and its impacts on teens and young adults. Her latest book entitled, “ABC’s of Life” a devotional is planned to release, summer 2017.

Evangelist Jones Dudley has received countless awards and recognition for her work with at-risk youth in the U.S. and abroad. Her list of speaking engagements and conferences include: The late and beloved, Dr. Myles Monroe, Nassau, Bahamas, Matters of the Heart Radio Show, ZNS News/Grand Bahamas, Ch. 17 PEG Studio/Nashville, TN-USA, Baptist Laymen Association/TN-USA, Yeah Ministries Inc., Clinton Minnis Global Ministry, and many others. Evang. Rita holds an A.A.S. Christian Ministry, Victory University in Memphis, TN-USA. As an Associate Minister under Bishop Kevin Willis, Sr. at New Life of Memphis, TN, she teaches Children’s ministry and Adult Success School age-appropriate school. Evangelist Dudley, is completing final course work at New Life, (MIT) Ministry-in-Training, upon completion will receive her ordination. When Ms. Jones Dudley, known as “Ms. Rita”, is not serving her community and church, she enjoys traveling, cooking, and music. Once reprimanded for being “too creative”, Mrs. Rita coaches others to reach their dreams, and to live a purpose-filled lifestyle!

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For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God not a result of good works, so that no one can boast for we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works which god prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.

Ephesians 2:8-10 Who Are We: Saved By Grace Ministries (S.B.G.M) is a Christ-centered Outreach Program; geared toward impacting the lives of young girls, between the ages of 13 and 21. S.B.G.M was established in the year 2016, and is currently serving youth/young adults in Nashville, Tennessee. Our core values are leadership, service, mentorship, as well as women and youth empowerment. We embrace all young girls and provide a safe space for them to learn life skills, and explore to discover their true identity. What we do: To take interest and engage with young girls from all walks of life, we host various community outreach events/activities. Spiritual teaching, positive lifestyle, and leadership development are the focal points of our programs and activities. We aim to save, motivate, and lead young girls spiritually, and mentally. S.B.G.M changes lives by providing a comforting environment for growth, spiritual guidance, counseling and mentorship. Members of S.B.G.M are empowered to live out loud, serve God and others, and to love themselves. Overall, we aim to serve young girls in every capacity. Mission: To empower young girls from all walks of life to embrace leadership and a Christ centered healthy lifestyle. Vision: To impact the lives of young girls in different communities around the world.

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A powerful and dynamic woman, Apostle LaShondria Snipes in grace and passion is committed to ministering the things of God. She answered the call of pastor under the guidance of the Holy Spirit through intercessory prayer, consecration, and the directives of God. She is the founder and pastor of Anointed and Appointed Global Ministries (AAGM), which was birthed in 2012. Apostle Snipes pursues the purpose that God has intended for AAGM to be a ministry that shall go out unto the nations reaching globally to people that shall be impacted, encouraged, uplifted, and imparted into with the plan of salvation and victory in Christ Jesus. AAGM seeks to serve the Lord and uphold His command of being holy for God Almighty is holy.

As AAGM overseer, the vision for God’s people to not perish for the lack of knowledge has taken hold. This 5 fold ministry is operative in apostolic teaching, training, deliverance, and the prophetic.

Anointed and Appointed Global Ministries is built on kingdom values and principles with the belief and doctrine of Jesus Christ. In doing so, several exhortations have come forth: R.A.M. (Reviving A Multitude) is an outreach community ministry; L.O.T.U.S. (Life Obstacles That Unify Sisterhood) is a women’s ministry; H.E.I.R.S. (for boys); and T.I.A.R.I.A.S. (for girls). These are a few of the names of the ministiral outreaches she has established at AAGM to meet the need of God’s people and the community. God has enlarged the territory and stretched the borders of AAGM to have two locations: Jackson, TN and Brownsville, TN. All are invited and welcomed to fellowship and worship as Apostle Snipes and AAGM continue to praise God and give Him all the glory!

Apostle LaShondria Snipes is the biological mother of one and spiritual mother of many. Apostle Snipes ministers her call through her travels speaking, ministering, teaching, and training prophetically to spiritual warfare and educating the body of Christ. Guided by the Holy Spirit she accepted the mandate and assignment of ministering to God’s people the uncompromising Word of God. Apostle Snipes enjoys traveling, reading, writing, fishing, cooking, and spending quality time with her daughter, family, and friends.

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Minister Chelsey T. Carpenter, a native of Jackson, Tennessee, is a woman with a passion for God and ministry to his people. In August of 2014, she accepted her profound calling into the ministry with a vision to be an extension of Christ with a purpose to empower & proclaim Christ to this generation of youth, young ladies and women. Min. Carpenter is an anointed young preaching woman that is seeking and destined to walk out her God ordained calling to share the gospel. She is sure of her calling and esteems Romans 8:28: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”

She is lovingly dedicated to her primary call as a mother of a handsome young man and as well is humbly submitted to the divine mandate on her life.

Minister Carpenter is an acclaimed prolific speaker with an eloquent thematic delivery.

Her message to the kingdom is marked by an undeniable release of the unadulterated, uncompromised and undiluted truth of God’s word. Being very prayerful, she communicates the Gospel of Jesus Christ with precision and power.

A 2008 graduate of Liberty Technology Magnet High School, she is an active supporter in the Jackson community promoting community service & teen mentoring. Ministry is her passion with a divine gift to serve Gods people and win souls to Christ.

She is licensed & faithfully serves at the Pleasant Plains MB church in Jackson, TN under the Leadership and covering of Pastor Willie Thomas.

She is currently active in various ministries within the ministry. Minister Carpenter’s mission is to complete the God-ordained assignment of her life by doing the work of God and making full proof of ministry. She desires to empower, teach and give insightful truths to single mothers, young women and hopeful youth.

Being young in the ministry, Min Carpenter is seeking to connect with this generation and witness lives be transformed for the glory of God. Min. Carpenter’s ministry is well received & loved by many due to her spirit filled praise, high energy, down to earth transparency & heart felt delivery. Her lifelong goal is to share the heart of God with the world! For our hope is anchored in him!

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Pastor Angela Beard is Founder of Angela Beard Ministries (ABM), a teaching and mentoring ministry to women abroad. Her blog, “Say It Out Loud”, is a resource for women to come out of the shadows and declare what thus says the Lord.

ABM is a biblical and practical teaching ministry founded upon scripture in 2 Timothy 3:16-17, “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work”. A ministry landmark of Pastor Angela’s commitment to teaching women is her monthly life-changing gathering – “Women in the Word” where women receive hope, impartation, and empowerment!

ABM has one simple mission- to teach the nations! This message reflects Pastor Angela’s inspiring and unwavering focus. From this simple yet powerful mission the vision of ABM is

clear. In the spirit of simplicity, Pastor Angela’s vision is to enlighten. Through life-changing ministry and practical application, ABM seeks to impart revelation and knowledge to help women succeed. The focus of ABM is on supplying women throughout the nation with practical truth and a living testimony of God’s grace through Jesus Christ. ABM remains faithful in helping women to experience deliverance, healing, revelation, and inspiration that will transform life forever!

Pastor Angela stands as a powerhouse teacher, preacher, and intercessor. Anointed with a keen gift of discernment, word of wisdom, word of knowledge, teaching, prophesy, healing, and intercessory prayer, Pastor Angela is an inspiration and encouragement for women of every lifestyle. She is a prophetic voice.

Pastor Angela Beard is a woman of profound integrity and virtue. Known as a modern day Virtuous Woman, she has created a legacy of unquestionable character and sacrifice for others.

Her passionate love for others is overshadowed by her intimate walk with Jesus Christ. She is a much sought after mentor to many women and likened to a scriptural Naomi-leading many Ruth’s to their destiny. This desire to nurture, mentor, and love others is birthed out of her own personal story and the loss of her father at an early age. As a result, growing up as a teenager without a role model led to challenges, decisions and circumstances that have strengthened her walk with Christ and compels her to help woman succeed.

For decades Pastor Angela has served alongside her husband Apostle Jerrell Beard, Sr. in ministry and business. She serves as Co-Founder and Executive Pastor of New Direction Church International. Pastor Angela’s education includes a Leadership Coach Certification, a BA in Organizational Leadership, Masters of Business Administration, PhD coursework in Organization and Management, and accounting coursework.

As an entrepreneur, Angela is currently launching Organize Me Now, a consulting practice designed to help women organize their total life-home and work space as well as finances and more!

Websites: angelabeard.org; newdirectionchurches.org Blog: AngelaSayitoutloud.tumblr.com

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Dr. Jacqueline Knight is a resident of West Tennessee. She wears many hats, but among them all is her ability to let others know that they can persevere through anything. This trait is one of second nature to Dr. Jackie as she served 23 years in the United States Military mastering the skills as a Logistician.

She holds a Doctoral in Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing from Argosy University.

Dr. Jackie holds many prestigious titles, among them are some in which she is extremely proud. Upon her doctoral degree, she continued her drive for education through Fowler International Academy of Professional Coaching with achievements as a Certified Professional Coach, Certified Master Business Coach, Certified Executive Leadership Coach, and Master Trainer. Education is very important to her and she is enabled to use the vast extent of knowledge she has gained through her serial-entrepreneurial endeavors, yet what matters most to her is the ability to pour into others in the classroom as well as starting her very own Coaching Business called The Business Transformation Coach, LLC. Dr. Jackie believes we live in a world where transparency and resiliency is needed and she is 100% dedicated to assisting her clients with seeking out opportunities that will realign their mindset and enable them to make better decisions. Dr. Jackie is starting a new phase in her life and launching a new venture with a new Strategic Partner. She’s incorporating their Core Value Index (CVI) into her coaching sessions. The CVI assessment measures the innate unchanging nature of a person to identify with who they really are.

The “You Can Do It Foundation Inc.” is a 501© 3 taxexempt organization in which Dr. Jackie was given a vision from God. “I want others to know that with prayer, all things are possible. One must have the ability to push beyond their current situation, believe in themselves, and discipline their mind though trans-

formation and the process, to see what they previously thought was impossible is possible and to see how they are naturally wired. It is possible to achieve victory in areas that once seemed impossible. I want them to know that they really can Do It,” said Dr. Jacqueline Knight. She is an advocate for second chance programs for individuals who have been a product of the correctional system, feeling bad about themselves, or need a push. She reminds them that they do not have to remain a victim of that system. She continues to press towards the mark to make progress in changing the way in which previously incarcerated individuals do not have to stay in bondage by bars once released and staying the course with the individual.

Dr. Jackie said, “I want to meet them right where they are, encourage them regardless of their situation, and be a helping hand to them in a time of isolation and transition.”

Dr. Jackie’s leadership skills and contributions in the Market Place is outstanding. Her achievements include various Military Awards, Awards For Civilian Service, the Xceptional Woman of the Year Award through Xcellence Inc. (2013), and the Spirit of Excellence Award (2013) through Leading Ladies, Middle Tennessee.

Dr. Jackie knows how to move a crowd and is best known for her favorite quote: “You Can Do It, Said Who, God Said, But You Have To Start Today.” Dr. Jacqueline L. Knight To connect or learn more about Dr. Jacqueline L. Knight, call her office at 1-877-718-4872 or send an email to: info@drjlknight.org With faith all things are possible. Matthew 17.20

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Evelisse Jones and Nikki Blakely-Simmons are known as the dynamic duo of women leadership movement happening in Atlanta Georgia.

They are the faces and powerful force behind the “Women Leadership Network of Atlanta” organization. Their commitment is to see women working together in unity and is the catalyst of the movement. The organization focuses on the strengthening and development of leadership skills for women and young girls within the Metro Atlanta area and its surrounding communities, who are entrepreneurs, aspiring entrepreneurs, young and seasoned corporate professionals. The vision is to assist aspiring and seasoned female professionals in extending their reach within local communities, while exchanging valuable ideas that create effective change and promotion for female leaders, as well as to help establish a unified bond of sisterhood that supports excellence in leadership.

Mention the name, “Puerto Rican Princess,” and you will hear the name Evelisse Jones, she’s the one that speaks with a unique accent and saucy personality. When asked what motivates her as a leader in the movement she said, “I am motivated by empowering and inspiring people to do better as well as help others to become successful; and not only in their careers, but their personal lives, too. I am also motivated to fight above adversity to become stronger, better and more compassionate for others.” Nikki carries the southern charm personality, and when asked the same question, she said, “I am the people lover. My mission in life is to save, change and transform lives through giving. Whenever I am given an opportunity to sow positive seeds into the lives of others through education, motivation and inspiration, I leap with joy. I understand the value of support, encouragement and guidance, as that is what has helped me obtain the success that I have in my own career.” It is easy to see why these two women share a

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The organization is preparing to launch its membership platform late Summer 2017.

Individuals interested in learning more about the WLNOA Membership can connect with WLNOA via their Facebook business page, www.facebook. com/ WLNOA. Email contact can be made at WLNOEmpower@gmail.com. Visit us today and tour our website -www.WLNOA.com.

common bond in leading the next generation of women to maximize every opportunity, including an essential one, which is to network and support others and give back along the way.

“Networking can be more valuable than money.

It’s how one grows their business through relationships and making connections with individuals who has the ability to open a door that may have previously been closed. Without it, it limits the ability for exponential growth both personally and professionally,” agrees both Evelisse and Nikki. Their workshops offer various educational, resourceful, engaging, and valuable information to its audiences to strengthen and further nurture leadership skills and networking abilities. The organization provides a safe place to nurture these hidden or underutilized skills, while encouraging women to step outside of their comfort zone and to reach their greatest potential.

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Christy Dawn Peoples is a Holistic Entrepreneur and Certified iDream Coach. She uses her passion to empower others to reach their greatness and unlimited potential. She is also the owner of Healthy Bizness. Healthy Bizness is an entrepreneurial platform that speaks to the whole person in health, wellness, and beauty. Her desire as a holistic entrepreneur is to help create healthy lifestyles with ease and confidence. She has a passion to help you understand that success is mind, body, and spirit.

She will empower you to fully walk out your purpose, gain a wealth of knowledge, and help you pursue your God given purpose and live an abundant life.

Christy is well known for helping others remove boundaries, push beyond limitations, and believe the impossible. One her favorite scriptures is Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength, that is how she has become an overcomer and is now living an abundant life.

Confidence, boldness, and faith are her greatest tools and assets. It is because of her trust in God and allowing Him to lead her along the way, providing strength during her total life transformation that she is now able to empower others to their greatness.

Christy Dawn Christy@christydawn.org 1.615.988.8840

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Terry Theall-Jones is a Houston native with a heart to serve Gods people. She is an ordained pastor, and has faithfully served in various ministry roles for over 25 years.

Her heart for evangelism was cultivated while serving as the Director of Outreach ministries under the leadership of Bishop Shelton Bady for Harvest Time Church. She has been graced to lead a group of over 70 men and women with like passion. Truth & Compassion Ministries was birthed out of a call of the Lord and a passion to reach the lost. They are the 2015 recipients of the Texas Department of.

Criminal Justice Governors award for religious service. The Lord has greatly expanded the territory of Truth and Compassion to serve 55 prisons in the state of Texas, as well as prisons in Tennessee, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

Terry passionately preaches the gospel in prisons, churches, and conferences.

Terry is married to Wynn Jones and has adult children.

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5 Ways to Identify Your Purpose 1.Something Feels Off and It Feels Right!

Many individuals know and feel that something is off, however they are unsure of what it is. I can remember knowing from day one that I wanted to be a teacher, however after a short stint in traditional education, knew that I had missed my calling in life. That arena of teaching was not for me, and it felt wrong and I immediately remember feeling I was off track. It wasn’t until I was blessed with the opportunity to teach at the collegiate level, that my passion was rebirthed. Because of that re-ignition in the right place and at the right time, I realized that it was teaching all along, but just not in the path I had previously chosen. Today, I teach in the non-traditional arena, and recently launched my own iDream University. (www. idreamofme.org) 2. Who Am I? Asking yourself this question, will start to open a deeper level of thinking and discovery to identify who you are as an individual and what special gifts and talents you possess. Many people live their entire lives asking themselves this one valuable question. Knowing who you are immediately adds a sense of purpose and direction to an individual’s life. In my coaching practice, I often times ask the question, “Who are you?” and in most instance an individual will respond by telling me about what they do. If this is you, it’s time to seek God for clarity and to begin a discovery process within to know who you are in the Body of Christ. This discovery process will begin to teach you to take accountability for what the word of God says about you and who you are to him.

3. It Isn’t Easy!

Unknowingly we are creatures of habit! We develop routines, and those routines produce habits. You are not challenged in what you do; you just feel that you do it well. Honestly, it’s no longer a challenge for you. You are comfortable and not seeking to alter your life. When you begin to identify your purpose, it becomes a challenge for you, but it is well-worth it. Walking in your purpose or calling is not an easy task.

Matter of fact, many days can be overwhelming and feel like a daunting never-ending task. However, you wouldn’t trade the way it makes you feel nor the way it makes others feel. Only purpose has the ability to make one stay the course and continually retract the amount of challenges, sacrifices, and the rewards that comes from walking in their purpose.

4. Others Identify Your Gifts Before You Do! Have you often times received excessive compliments over a gift that you possess. This is a gift or talent that others identify before you do. You are unaware of it, because you do it effortlessly. Monitor these compliments and begin to ask those individuals additional questions. Why do you always compliment me about my(….singing, teaching, craft)? How does it make you feel when I operate in my gift? These questions will begin the entry-level discovery of identifying your gifts, and a probing avenue to find out how to give the world more of it.

5. You Have the Ability to Monetize It! This may be the easiest way to identify your gift. Why? Because you recognize that a gift or talent you possess has the ability to pay you well. The challenge here is individuals only believing that their gift has the ability to pay them smaller amounts and not generation wealth. Not all individuals who make money using their gifts realize that it may also be linked to their purpose. Although it has the ability to make money, these individuals will still need to go through a discovery process to unveil how the gift can be utilized to bless the Body of Christ. Each of the gifts God has given us, is linked to our individual roles in the Body of Christ to be a help and a blessing to others.

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Dr. Angella Banks

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Dr. Angella Banks, continues to be recognized as a Gamechanger in being the Mid-wife to Purpose.

On February 6, 2017, she launched her new online iDream Coach Certification Program. This certification used a mixed method of biblical principles along with an individuals testimony, story and journey, and train them on how to become an iDream Certified Coach and a subject matter expert (SME) in their own life’s experiences.

“The winning strategy is to bless other’s with your journey while monetizing your gift!

I am excited that God continues to use me to develop Dreamers and leaders to maximize their potential across the world.”

The program is delivered through an online school platform, weekly visual calls, and provides two one on one session and exam before certified.

To learn more about iDream University and the iDream Certification program.

Call 1-888-983-1672 Ext 1. Ask for Dr. Angella Banks.

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A Tennessee native, Toya Hamlett, “#TheVisibilityStrategist”, is a Repeat #1 Best Selling Author, Multi History Making Pageant Queen, Visionary of The Lifestyle of Worship Series, and Community Event Organizer via TDH Unlimited. She is an emerging leader in the Now We No Awareness Campaign and Nspire Network (you want to connect with her). Some of her services and products include, Consulting, Books, Graphics, Print Media, Apparel and Editing. Toya is a Christian Educator, Choreographer, Public Relations Rep, and serves faithfully in various capacities, from local to international platforms within Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Xcellence, Inc. and the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, to name a few. Ms. Hamlett is an alum of Tennessee State University.

Her parents are Rev. Terry and Clara Hamlett and she is the sister to Tiffani and Terrica.

For more information, interviews, sponsorship, and/or support, email: toyahamlett3@gmail.com.

Follow her on Instagram/Facebook: toyahamlettwinning, and Twitter/Periscope/Snapchat: @ ToyaHamlett

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“I walk in my authenticity and transparency, I am an open book. What you see is who you get,” said Coach Karren Todd! Those were the very first words she spoke during our interview. In a world saturated with seeing leaders through the lens of social media, she wanted it to be clear that the personalities you see in social media land are the same personalities one will receive up close and personal. “I don’t put on different hats and then take the other ones off,” she stated.

A proud product of the Memphis City Public School system and member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, her roots and the seeds she has planted throughout the city of Memphis continues to grow and blossom. Her ministry is diverse as it reflects the many roles she has been blessed to endure throughout her God-given journey.

Regardless of how hard or challenging they may have been, they are the endurance and elasticity behind Coach Karren Todd.

She is the mother of two, one son DiMante, and a beautiful angel named Nia Deneen Williams, in which God placed in his bosom in 1996 after

sharing a precious 10 weeks with her mom, dad, and family. “She is with me every day, I encourage others that have been through the same experience as me in losing a child, that they don’t have to rush and get over it. Life in itself has taught me that life and every day, the time in which we have all been granted is valuable and priceless,” said Karren.

When asked what is next for Karren, the lady in which I call the Memphis Celebrity Coach, she laughs aloud and says, “I don’t know about all that, but on May 13, 2017, I graduated from Memphis Theological Seminary with a Masters of Divinity Degree of Distinction with Summa Cum Laude honors. In November, 2016, after being led from God, she resigned from her role as Sr. Associate Pastor of New Direction Church and began a walk of faith in which she had preached and guided many others to do for over eight years. She felt the tug at her heart and knew that God was shifting her to a new place. The transition has not been easy, but Coach Karren has made a commitment to fulfill life in its greatest capacity. She has decided to

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Pastor Karren D. Todd Power Walk Journey Certified Professional Coach ▪ Community Advocate ▪ Dynamic Speaker ▪ Powerful Motivator ▪ Former Senior Associate PastorNew Direction Christian Church ▪ 10+ years of Management experience from Fortune 500 companies ▪ 20+ years in Leadership Development/Team Dynamics ▪ Certification in Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI®) ▪ Board of Directors, Leadership Memphis ▪ B.S. in Business Administration from Christian Brothers University ▪ Master of Divinity at Memphis Theological Seminary ▪Pursuing Doctor of Ministry To contact or book Coach Karren Todd, call 901-504-5155 or email karren.todd@yahoo.com.

Don’t forget to FOLLOW KARREN on all Social Media Platforms! make the necessary steps to have an abundant life, which is the life God plans for each of us, if we embrace the journey.

Her new book titled, “Power Walk” launched on her graduation date and is comprised of 40 of her favorite devotions. The layout of the book includes daily wisdom, daily word, and then daily work, which is intended for the reader to do actionables to become engaged in the devotional.

Great things are ahead for this powerful Woman of God and the works that she is committed to do in the Greater City of Memphis and other cities across the country. Coach Karren Todd is the Founder of a 501©3 the tax-exempt organization, Power Ministries and the founding organizer of Project Stand, a domestic violence community initiative. She is using each of her platforms to take marketplace ministry to a new level and touch believers both inside and outside the four walls of the church.

She would like to send a special note of love to her father, Mr. Bobby E. Todd Sr., for being a constant source of support and pillar of strength in her life.

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Dr. Lisa L. Bryant acknowledges she is able to do what she does “Because of Him”. She has been anointed by God to proclaim an uncompromising gospel and embody the Kingdom-building mindset via Christian Education/Spiritual Growth & Development/Discipleship. She has served in numerous capacities, to include Assistant Pastor, Church Administrator, Ministry Leader, and Chaplain. As a “Well-Rounded Pastor”, she has been blessed to train and educate others in the spirit of Titus 2:1-5.

Imagine an insightful Pastor who’s also a powerful speaker, a gifted trainer and an exciting facilitator.

Dr. Lisa is all of these and more. She delivers messages on a plethora of topics that are impactful, practical and applicable for audiences. Many have been blessed by her wisdom and transparency as she shares Biblical principles for every day living.

AS A SPEAKER: Dr. Lisa’s blend of inspiration and instruction has propelled her into the Speaker of Excellence stratosphere.

AS A TRAINER: Dr. Lisa has been sought out by school districts, non-profit organizations among others to provide trainings that develop Leaders in various capacities.

AS A FACILITATOR: Dr. Lisa’s skills and expertise have been utilized to enhance Personal and Professional Development.

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“If God Brings You to It,

He Will See You Through It” My Vision is to add value to those seeking to grow in grace and live as a disciple of Jesus Christ through Faith Hopewell Ministries and in my role as a Pastor in the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Are you ready to grow? Are you ready to make radical changes in your life? Changes that will help you move to another level.

I can help you make changes that will help you move to another level and Word and Spirit of God.That is the purpose for which I believe God has called me to as a coach and leader in His Kingdom, and I am committed to fulfilling the will of God for my life.

I thank God for “Faith Hopewell Ministries”, a ministry through which women of faith are encouraged, strengthened, and empowered to live the abundant life Christ rose to give. Through hosting women’s conferences, prayer vigils, engaging in social media outlets, publishing books, and publishing articles as well as individual coaching, women learn how to allow Christ to bless their lives. Specific areas of coaching include: identifying your values, determining your purpose, discovering your spiritual gifts, building self-esteem, rekindling spiritual passion, transitioning through change, revolutionizing your prayer life, coping with grief and loss, and offering ministry and leadership support.

As Pastor of Mt Zion and Shady Grove C.M.E churches, my mission is to enable every believer to live a passionate Christian life in the power of the Holy Spirit. To work to serve others, to break down barriers, to unite generations, and to restore the arts. Each day I apply my God given gifts of teaching, coaching, singing, and serving in such a way that people can grasp and share my enthusiasm for their life.

Finally, I’m also living my dream as an author and fashion consultant. My first book “Joy’s Journey” has ministered to many. My high school sewing business is now prospering into fashions for women of God that can be purchased and worn with confidence.

Conatct me today via facebook: Pastor Jessie Faye Manuel

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