Christian Miss Illinois/Midwest Program Book

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Carving a distinct path away from vanity and towards service to others, Christian Miss helps young women shine bright in this world by becoming positive, bold, and uncompromising role models. Our program is designed to help each participant discover the greatness that already lies inside of her and use it to impact her generation and her community. Christian Miss stands as a consistent promoter of the enduring power of what the Bible calls unfading beauty (1 Peter 3:3-4), and the profound impact the one who possesses it can have on the world.

Our participants spread awareness of various causes including food security, health equity, identity development, mental health education, and ending gun violence to name a few.

Christian Miss helps young women shine bright in this world by becoming positive, bold, and uncompromising role models. Our program is designed to help each participant discover the greatness that already lies inside of her and use it to IMPACT GENERATIONS FOR CHRIST! Our annual pageant event offers 20 on and off-stage competitions to help our girls showcase all that God placed inside of them • our biweekly Bible Chat sessions help them understand who they are in Christ and how to stay rooted in that identity • our national queens share weekly devotion videos with messages to inspire and encourage their peers • through our national platform, Tiny Temples, we aim to help stop childhood obesity & the stigma associated with mental health challenges • our workshops help instill Biblical principles while also providing practical ways to live them out

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Hey, girls!!!!

I am honored to serve you and your family in helping to make this event as beneficial and positively impactful as God wants it to be! I am excited to watch you honor our Creator by showcasing your unique abilities and giftings. One of our goals this year is to help you become and remain focused on whatever it is God has planned for your life- now and in the future.

Keep this one goal in mind: to let the light of God SHINE through you!

Yvette Barnes state Director "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven." ~Matthew 5:16 KJV

PROGRAM

Building Boldness is not only our hashtag, but our mission. Through our program young women are encouraged to be unapologetically confident in who they are, fearless in the pursuit of their goals, and so daring to overcome darkness that challenges are seen as mere opportunities to grow in wisdom, in faith, and in character.

Joshua 1:9 says, "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged,for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”

Welcome The Lord’s Prayer optional competitions short break Opening Number platform Presentation Judge Introductions formal wear Intermission Entertainment by Brianna lewis Special Awards Coronation & Crownings

Why we do what we do MISSION Our program is designed to help each participant discover the greatness that already lies inside of her and use it to change the world.

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We want to assist families that embrace, respect and appreciate Christian values. We promise pageantry without compromise.

Through our outreach program, Tiny Temples, Christian Miss spreads a message of wholenessencouraging health of the mind, body, and soul.

One of the goals of Christian Miss is to encourage community outreach and service to others. We're dedicated to bringing awareness to major issues of today's generation and, therefore, require each Christian Miss participant to work in her community in support of a cause or charity important to them.

And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. ~Colossians 3:17

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Tiny Turtle Jewelry’s earrings are unique, handmade clay earrings designed for any occasion. The clay gets conditioned, cut, and baked carefully and individually. All of the designs and colors are something that anyone can enjoy! Tiny Turtle Jewelry can dress up any outfit and can give you a little more confidence in your look. To purchase, email Joli Duquenne for custom designs or be inspired by recent design photos found on the website. Tiny Turtle earrings can also be found at a variety of Normal and Bloomington, IL shops.

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Our national platform is called, Tiny Temples: Healthy Kids & Teens.

Through Tiny Temples, kids and teens are encouraged to adopt healthy and active lifestyles and are also educated on impactful ways to help stop the stigma associated with mental health challenges .

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ALYSSA LONGANECKER Alyssa is a long time pageant competitor native to the state of Illinois. Throughout her pageant career, she has held multiple state titles for various pageant systems and created a volunteer organization dedicated to female empowerment. She attended Illinois State University to obtain her degree in Communication with a specialization in organization and leadership and now has a career in sales as an account manager.

GAIL WEILER In the 70’s Gail was a model with The Beauty Bank Model Agency, she also skated with The LA T-Birds Rollerderby Team. She has been involved in pageantry for 27 years with her daughter Marissa who has won numerous local, state, National, and international titles.In her spare time Gail enjoys traveling, movies, reading and of course pageants!

MEET THE JUDGES

BRENDA CHAPA

Brenda Chapa is your reining Ms American Royal Spirit Queen. She was born and raised in the north suburbs of Chicago, but currently lives in Gurnee, IL, taking care of her parents. Brenda started her pageant journey in 2016 and has competed in a variety of pageants holding the titles of IL Royalty Ambassador, IL Royalty Supreme Queen, Today’s International Plus Ambassador, including the national title of Ms Plus US United 2022/23. As someone who has in the past struggled with depression and low self esteem, she feels her purpose in life is to lead a life of service to others. She is an advocate for Mental Health, Body Positivity, and Maternal Health. Brenda works with many non-profit organizations like Feed My Starving Children, Bernie's Book Bank, Cradle to Crayon’s and Hesed House, just to name a few. As a very active volunteer in her community, Brenda has a passion for Volunteerism and is a beacon of light and positivity to everyone she meets. A graduate of the College of Lake County with an associate degree in early childhood education, Brenda works for a Gastroenterology Central Billing Office as a Patient Care Advocate and has a small business blinging out Crown cases, shoes and other items as well as knitting hats for adults and children and making personalized soaps. In her spare time, she enjoys singing, reading, dancing and spending time with her family.

AISHA EDWARDS

Kimberly Flennoy-Green is a Senior Director for a non-profit organization that she has worked with for 23 years. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice and Sociology from Illinois State University and a Master of Arts in Political Science and Justice Studies from Governors State University.

Kimberly is a devoted wife, mother of one and daughter. In her spare time, she enjoys singing, playing tennis, and working with the missionary society at her home church, Zion Hill M.B. Church.

MEET THE JUDGES

Social justice advocate and attorney. Aisha Cornelius Edwards has dedicated her career to working in the public interest and community services. She has been committed to providing access to justice and advocating for fairer outcomes for more than 20 years. Through her years as a litigator, she has conducted hundreds of trials, motions, and hearings and has also argued in front of both the Illinois Appellate and Illinois Supreme Courts. Before practicing law, Aisha served in various nonprofit settings, including policy and advocacy at the Illinois Center for Violence Prevention, Fight Crime: Invest in Kids Illinois, and the CIVITAS Childlaw Center at Loyola.

Aisha is also an adjunct professor at the Loyola Chicago University School of Law and a part time entrepreneur. After surviving a cancer diagnosis in 2020, she created Leafe Lessons, LLC, a platform for sharing tips, tools, and resources for focusing on what matters most: keeping your relationship with God, as well as your mental and physical health, a priority while working to achieve your goals and dreams.

She holds an executive MBA focused on innovative and strategic leadership from the University of Illinois.

She has a JD from Loyola University School of Law, where she was the law school’s recipient of the President’s Medallion for her scholarship, leadership, and service. She has received multiple awards and accolades for her scholarship and service to the community in the years since.

KIMBERLY FLENNOY

MEET OUR EMCEE

BRIANNA LEWIS Brianna Lewis is a graduate of Olivet Nazarene University where she successfully obtained 2 Bachelors of Art degrees in Psychology and Sociology. An accomplished competitor in pageants since the age of five, Brianna is no rookie to this empowering sport. In her role as the assistant to the Village Clerk in Country Club Hills, Brianna is most satisfied when helping the people of her community. Brianna’s many service projects include spreading important messages of identity development through her service initiative, Go Love Yourself.

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