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Let's talk aboutlove? What is it? Where it comes from? How can you get it? with Elder Cynthia Bernard
Join us Krystal Bullard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate at Johnston County Department of Social Services (DSS). She received her Master of Social Work from North Carolina Central University and her Bachelors of Art degree from Winston Salem State University. Krystal Bullard joined the Johnston County DSS Clinical Services Team in 2018. She conducts Multidisciplinary Evaluations for adults to determine competence, facilitates family-centered trauma- informed parenting education, facilitates Child Family Team Meetings, facilitates SPARCS (Structured Psychotherapy for Adolescents Responding to Chronic Stress) groups, and provides evidenced based individual and group therapies. Krystal Bullard is a trained, rostered clinician in Level 3 Primary Care Triple P and Level 3 Teen Triple P; she is also a trained Nurturing Parenting Facilitator and will be a rostered facilitator of SPARCS groups March 2020. Additionally, she was selected to participate in the North Carolina Child Treatment Program’s Cohort-22- Learning Collaborative in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy beginning in February. Krystal has also received training in the Cognitive Processing Therapy Model utilized to treat adult trauma. From a young age, Krystal has always enjoyed helping and being in position to serve others. She realized that by profession she wanted to serve others through providing therapy while completing her undergraduate degree. Krystal has a passion for working with individuals who have experienced trauma and those who struggle with substance abuse and she plans to specialize in those areas. Krystal’s motto is a quote coined by Benjamin Disraeli “The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his
Dimitri Rayner was born on July 13, 1975, in Oakland, CA. As a child, he relocated to Rocky Mount, NC remained until graduating high school. Dimitri is a 1993 graduate of Rocky Mount Senior High School. After high school, he enlisted in The United States Marines Corps where he served four years. Although Dimitri gave his life to Christ as a young child, it wasn’t until the year 2011 that he truly began to know who Christ was and what true relationship with the Father really meant. Dimitri currently serves under the leadership of Apostle Dr. Shirley R. Brown at Destiny International Ministries Apostolic Training Center. Dimitri was licensed as Minister of the Gospel in October 2013 and Ordained the year of 2015. Dimitri’s responsibilities include but are not limited to the Armor Bearer to Apostle Brown, part of the Key Leadership Team, Pastors at the Louisburg College Destiny Location alongside his wife, co-leads on the Outreach ministry, and leads the Men’s Ministry. Dimitri’s favorite things to do in life are to serve. He loves to study the word of God and being in His presence. He also loves being with his family, lifting weights, listening to and making music as well as being outdoors. Dimitri is the owner and operator of Groomers Outdoors, a landscaping business and is an upcoming author. His book, “About-Face. From the Streets to Salvation” will be on bookshelves this fall. Dimitri is married to Valerie Rayner and together they have three daughters, Triniti, Ayanna, and Adara. Dimitri is a man after God’s own heart. A man of impact, prayer, integrity and good character. Dimitri’s life is a powerful example of just what prayer and faith in God can do. His favorite scripture can be found in Proverbs 3:5. “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not to your own understanding.”
Why He Won't Marry You and Other Questions You Were Afraid to Ask with Pastor Dennis R. Willaims.
Jeffery L. Wall is a native of High Point, N.C. He currently serves as the Associate Pastor of Body of Christ Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in High Point, N.C Pastor Wall's ministry extends far beyond his duties at Body of Christ. He is a minister who brightens the lives of listeners of the First Light Broadcast on WNAA 90.1 FM Radio Station at NC A&T State University. In addition, Pastor Wall serves as host to many Christian services throughout the Triad Area. He is also an accomplished actor who has been featured in numerous productions local and abroad. Pastor Wall is an accomplished preacher of the Gospel who is skilled at rightly dividing the Word so that all who hear can understand how to apply God’s Word to their lives. Despite being told that he only had six weeks or less to live back in 1987, Pastor Wall experienced a healing from the hand of God that would spare his life...and he's still going! Fervently claiming his memoirs, "6 Weeks or Less: A Portrait of Faith" recounts the challenges and miracles Pastor Wall faced on his life's journey. Looking back over his life, he clearly recognizes the value of it "all" and, as the Apostle Paul professes in Romans 8:28, as they "work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose." He is married to Trina Wall and is the father of Tia, Geoffery and Deboris. Finally, he is a born-again man of God who loves God with all of his heart?.
Tremayne Moore is the founder of Mayntre Manuscripts, LLC, a publishing company with a vision of writing to write the broken soul. Like the one in six men who were sexually abused before the age of sixteen, Moore knows what it feels like to be broken. Molested by a close family member, Tremayne spent much of his childhood in fear and yearning for someone to take his side. Poetic prose flowed fluidly from Tremayne’s pen, providing a release for pain, a way to celebrate love, and the foundation for his life as a writer.At this time, two sisters in Christ prophetically spoke these words to Tremayne: “I have a vision. You will write something that will change someone's life, or even be quoted till the end of time.” Again, he didn’t think anything of it, even though numerous people encouraged him to put a book together. Tremayne was focused on writing to be a blessing to someone. In 2009, Tremayne released Take it from Me, which pushed him into his prophetic destiny. Many lives have been blessed through the poetry God gives to Tremayne to write. His prayer is that the people he reaches will be led to open their hearts to the Holy Spirit and that people pursue their passions and talent for the Glory of God. He wants all people to be propelled into their prophetic destinies, living blessed, highly favored, and empowered to prosper under His hand. Tremayne is committed to educate youth, parents, pastors, and community members concerning child sexual abuse/teenage suicide through social media and community involvement. His book “Deaf, Dumb, Blind & Stupid: Michael Anderson’s Fight for Life” was listed on OOSA Bookclub’s The Best of 2012. Learn more about Tremayne: http://www.maynetre.com/ Follow him on Twitter: @Mayntre Like him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorTremayneMoore
Join me tonight as I talk with Pastor Jeremy Charles as we discuss his faith walk, rise to ministry and what it means to be young, black, single and saved. Jeremy’s passion for connecting people to God and community led to the founding of JCM (Jeremy Charles Ministries). His commitment to stewardship has been demonstrated in his work with both young and old by way of Successful Transition (a program for troubled youth) and Open Door Ministries (a homeless shelter for men). Jeremy has been evangelizing since 2012 whenever and wherever the opportunity presents. His outreach has ranged from local bible studies to guest speaking engagements and symposiums on leadership. He is a proud alumnus of NC A&T State University and the University of Miami where he obtained a BS degree in Marketing and a MS in Sports Management, respectively. He is currently the Pastor of One Place Church in High Point, NC .
Pastor Ursula Jacobs Williams is a native of Clarkton, North Carolina. She graduated from Clarkton High School in 1985 and moved to Durham, NC to further her education at North Carolina Central University. She graduated from North Carolina Central in 1990 with a Bachelor of Science and has been employed with a medical diagnostics company for 27 years. She accepted Jesus as her personal savior in February 1993 and was baptized and filled with the Holy Spirit, with the evidence of tongues. Ursula is currently a member of Destiny International Ministries in Raleigh, North Carolina under the leadership of Apostle Shirley R. Brown. It was Apostle Brown who recognized her calling and ordained her for ministry as an Elder in 2010. During her tenure at previous ministries, Pastor Ursula has served in various capacities including President of the Missionary Department; Secretary/Treasurer of the Usher Board; Church Secretary; Trustee; Advisor to Young Adult Singles; Church Administrator; Intercessory Prayer Team; Lay Counsel. From an Exalter and Praise Team member to Ministerial Board member, her joy has been found in serving leadership and God’s people. She currently serves in the position of Executive Pastor at Destiny International Ministries as well as prayer teacher, intercessor, prayer warrior, adult education teacher, and an aide to many in ministry. Pastor Ursula loves God’s Word, God’s people, and has purposed in her heart to live a life that is pleasing unto Christ. Although she has no biological children, she has become known to some as mom, auntie, confidant, and a mentor for many young women. She uses her life, the good, the bad, mishaps and mistakes, to encourage others and let them know that “with God all things are possible”.
At one point, Nicole Sharon's days were full of darkness and struggles. Yet today she proudly stands as not only a survivor but as an overcomer. She believes her goal in life is to help others. Recently she began a blog detailing her struggles with self-doubt, depression and suicidal ideologies. It's titled "The Life of an Overcomer," where her goal is to empower and encourage others by telling her story and the tools she's used to help her. She is very transparent about her journey, and Nicole attributes her success to Jesus, counseling, and community. Her social media platforms are: Site: nicolesharon.com FB: Life of an Overcomer or Nicole Sharon IG: nsharon.overcomer Join us Monday evening June 11th, 2018 at 8pm est for this revealing discussion.
Pastor Alexander “Jay” Patrick is a native of Hurt, VA was educated in the Pittsylvania County School System and was a well accomplished basketball player. His talent in basketball and desire to excel would lead him to Hampden-Sydney College. This transition would broaden his horizons from a standpoint of diversity and ministry. On the campus of Hampden-Sydney was where he realized there was a gift to impact people and to articulate the gospel. Whether, in the cafeteria or in the dorm room he always found a way to bring up Jesus in a conversation. This passion would lead to a home bible study in 2006 that would eventually lead to the birthing of a ministry. He contributes his passion for God to his mother, who showed him what the love of God is. She showed him how to forgive, love unconditionally, and never give up on someone! Pastor Jay has a management and economics degree and training from the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology. He currently serves as CEO and Executive Director for Liberation Family Services, a transition and rapid rehousing program that provides shelter, case management, mental health support and community resources. He pastors Liberation Church with his wife Ashley Marie Patrick where they share the responsibility of bringing the liberty of Christ to Richmond, VA and beyond.
Join us tonight as we talk to Kim Sharell
Birthed in prayer, shrouded in humility, anointed through adversity and loosed unto God’s timing. “Blessed are the eyes that see what you see…for many have desired to see it and have not.” He is Episcopal President and Founder of FB Marshall Ministries International. Bishop Marshall is the author of “The 21st Century Apostolic” Compendium which was written to help establish and assist candidates and his/her cathedral church in preparation for elevation and training for the Apostolic and Episcopacy. He will also release his new book later this year entitled “The Dichotomy between Samuel and Saul”. The man of God has learned much through the adversities of being a “desert child”, but like all true desert, children has also learned to overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the word of his testimony.
Pastor Calvin O. Foster, Jr., affectionately known as Pastor "C", joined the Genesis Baptist Church family and staff as Youth Pastor in October 2010. Prior to coming to Genesis, Pastor "C" served as the Youth Pastor at Beulah Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Jerry O. Wilson, Sr. Pastor "C" is also the founder and lead facilitator of Perfecting of the Saints Ministries, Inc. His organization assists in the planning and the implementation of Christian based trainings, workshops, and conferences. His organization also specifically trains in the areas of leadership, prophecy and other Spiritual Gifts. Pastor "C" attended Dudley High School in Greensboro and later Southwest High School in High Point, where he continued to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ through his words and life style. Pastor "C" is a 2006 graduate of Winston-Salem State University.Pastor "C" is most known for his trademark preaching slogans, “Preach Boy, I’m trying” and “I Got 99 Problems But Preaching Ain’t 1”! Pastor "C" is truly a chosen vessel and an anointed man of God. He operates in the gifts of prophecy, healing, deliverance, exhortation, preaching, teaching and others gifts as God allows and anoints him to do so. He has been called to International and Global ministry since the age of 14 and he was anointed as a “Prophet to the Nations”. His philosophy as it relates to Youth Ministry is, "Change the Nation, One Generation at a Time"
Eric Carpenter third son, sixth child born to the Late Bishop Jethro Carpenter, my mother Lady Sarah Carpenter. Singer Songwriter: Opened for the likes of Vickie Winans, sang a Sermonic selection at a church in Baltimore MD Bethel AME, where Yolanda Adam's was the keynote speaker. Began in the preaching ministry at the age of 19yrs old Now Pastor/ Overseer of Rose of Sharon Church of Christ Troy N.C. since my Dad passed away in September 2013.
Keith Taylor II, has been dubbed “Mr. Inspiration”, in his hometown of Indianapolis, Indiana, with over 8 years of experience speaking to the youth. Taylor received a Bachelor's in Leadership where he developed a mentoring program for at risk youth. Taylor spends his free time offering one on one coaching on goal setting, financial accountability, and leadership. He is the author of “Rejected, but Still Prevailing” and has appeared on “Inside Indy with Kelly Vaughn”, various radio shows across the country, and has been featured in “Writer’s Life Magazine”, and “Pen' Ashe Magazine”. Taylor has spoken at his local YMCA, Dads Inc. and Lawrence Advance Academy. He continues to be sought after for articles and speaking engagements across the world.
After embracing careers as a radio talk show host, marketing and media professional, and voice over artist, Jae Henderson decided to add author to her roles. She first displayed her witty way with words and keen insight into the human emotion through her inspirational romance trilogy: Someday, Someday, Too, and Forever and a Day. Her other releases are Things Every Good Woman Should Know, Volume 1 and 2 and Where Do We Go From Here and Where Do We Go From Here II which she co-authored with Mario D. King. Her contemporary fiction novel, Husband Wanted, was released in 2016. Jae’s entertaining tales about the astounding power of love and God’s ability to care for us in the midst of life’s storms have been warmly received by readers. Jae Henderson is a graduate of The University of Memphis where she earned a BA in Communications and an MA in English. She is the former host and producer of On Point, a once popular radio talk show geared toward youth and young adults. Other accomplishments include serving as a contributing writer for the award-winning, syndicated Tom Joyner Morning Show as well as co-hosting the blog talk show Spiritually Speaking. Jae is also a successful voice over artist. Her signature voice has been heard in hundreds of commercials for companies such as McDonald’s, Regions Bank, and Kroger. She’s even done a couple of cartoons. Jae also uses her oratory skills as an engaging effective speaker, who enjoys motivating others to live their best life. She is active in her community and volunteers her time with Girlz Life, the Women’s Theatre Festival of Memphis, Lu Dujour Parent Empowerment Program and the April 4th Foundation. When Jae isn’t writing, speaking, or volunteering, she works as a public relations/media specialist. She currently resides in her hometown of Memphis, TN.
Michelle Stimpson is an author, a speaker, and an educator who received her Bachelor of Science degree from Jarvis Christian College in 1994. She earned a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2002. She has had the pleasure of teaching elementary, middle, and high school as well as training adults. In addition to her work in the field of education, Michelle ministers through writing and public speaking. Her works include the highly acclaimed Boaz Brown, Divas of Damascus Road (National Bestseller), and Falling Into Grace. She has published several short stories for high school students through her educational publishing company, Right Track Academic Support Services, at www.wegottaread.com. Michelle serves the body of Christ through ministering to women in churches, workshops, or simply praying with a frazzled mother in Wal-Mart. She regularly speaks at special events and writing workshops sponsored by churches, schools, book clubs and other positive organizations. She has also taught writing classes at the University of Texas at Arlington. Michelle and her husband live near Dallas. They are parents to two young adults and one crazy dog. Contact Michelle to schedule an event: Michelle Stimpson P.O. Box 1592 Cedar Hill, TX 75106-1592 stimpson.michelle @ gmail.com (remove spaces around “@” sign)
When it comes to Apostle Louise Alston Baker, the half has never been told. She is a dynamic and highly anointed woman of God who dares to walk and reach by faith. She has inspired and propelled others forward to do the same by her life’s example and through mentorship. By her faithfulness to God and the call on her life, innumerable individuals once bound have come to know God, been set free, healed and delivered. She accepted her call to ministry in 1982 and served on the ministerial staff at St. Paul, a member church of the United Church of God, Inc., in High Point, NC. During her twenty plus years of service in the UCOG, she was a Sunday school teacher, usher, choir member, and leader on various auxiliary boards at the local church level. At the district level, she served as the Assistant Secretary for the Southern District. After a very thorough review by the Board of Elders, she was credentialed as an Elder recognized throughout the UCOG in 1985. She began walking in the call of Evangelist and preaching at countless revivals and engagements throughout North Carolina, South Carolina, and beyond. For years she was a guest speaker at an annual women’s conference in the Pocono Mountains. She also reached many young adults through preaching engagements at North Carolina State University and Yale University, where her daughters attended college. God called her to the office of pastor and in 1996 she became the founding Senior Pastor of Temple of Prayer, Praise and Deliverance, Inc., in High Point. In her role as pastor and Apostle, she ran a successful radio show entitled “Just A Voice”, extended her outreach to prison ministry, began a weekly outreach to the elderly at a nursing facility, and focused her energies on helping to groom and develop young ministers in the ministry, all while continuing to evangelize in revivals.
Tonight is Part 4 of our in-depth teaching on prayer. Michelle Stimpson is an author, a speaker, and an educator who received her Bachelor of Science degree from Jarvis Christian College in 1994. She earned a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2002. She has had the pleasure of teaching elementary, middle, and high school as well as training adults. In addition to her work in the field of education, Michelle ministers through writing and public speaking. Her works include the highly acclaimed Boaz Brown, Divas of Damascus Road (National Bestseller), and Falling Into Grace. She has published several short stories for high school students through her educational publishing company, Right Track Academic Support Services, at www.wegottaread.com. Michelle serves the body of Christ through ministering to women in churches, workshops, or simply praying with a frazzled mother in Wal-Mart. She regularly speaks at special events and writing workshops sponsored by churches, schools, book clubs and other positive organizations. She has also taught writing classes at the University of Texas at Arlington. Michelle and her husband live near Dallas. They are parents to two young adults and one crazy dog. Contact Michelle to schedule an event: Michelle Stimpson P.O. Box 1592 Cedar Hill, TX 75106-1592 stimpson.michelle @ gmail.com (remove spaces around “@” sign)
Many people do not understand the effectiveness and power of prayer tonight we will discuss it. Michelle Stimpson is an author, a speaker, and an educator who received her Bachelor of Science degree from Jarvis Christian College in 1994. She earned a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2002. She has had the pleasure of teaching elementary, middle, and high school as well as training adults. In addition to her work in the field of education, Michelle ministers through writing and public speaking. Her works include the highly acclaimed Boaz Brown, Divas of Damascus Road (National Bestseller), and Falling Into Grace. She has published several short stories for high school students through her educational publishing company, Right Track Academic Support Services, at www.wegottaread.com. Michelle serves the body of Christ through ministering to women in churches, workshops, or simply praying with a frazzled mother in Wal-Mart. She regularly speaks at special events and writing workshops sponsored by churches, schools, book clubs and other positive organizations. She has also taught writing classes at the University of Texas at Arlington. Michelle and her husband live near Dallas. They are parents to two young adults and one crazy dog. Contact Michelle to schedule an event: Michelle Stimpson P.O. Box 1592 Cedar Hill, TX 75106-1592 stimpson.michelle @ gmail.com (remove spaces around “@” sign)
This week Michelle Stimpson will discuss the necessity of prayer. Michelle Stimpson is an author, a speaker, and an educator who received her Bachelor of Science degree from Jarvis Christian College in 1994. She earned a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2002. She has had the pleasure of teaching elementary, middle, and high school as well as training adults. In addition to her work in the field of education, Michelle ministers through writing and public speaking. Her works include the highly acclaimed Boaz Brown, Divas of Damascus Road (National Bestseller), and Falling Into Grace. She has published several short stories for high school students through her educational publishing company, Right Track Academic Support Services, at www.wegottaread.com. Michelle serves the body of Christ through ministering to women in churches, workshops, or simply praying with a frazzled mother in Wal-Mart. She regularly speaks at special events and writing workshops sponsored by churches, schools, book clubs and other positive organizations. She has also taught writing classes at the University of Texas at Arlington. Michelle and her husband live near Dallas. They are parents to two young adults and one crazy dog. Contact Michelle to schedule an event: Michelle Stimpson P.O. Box 1592 Cedar Hill, TX 75106-1592 stimpson.michelle @ gmail.com (remove spaces around “@” sign)
Do you wonder if you should pray? Do you feel like prayer is a chore? Not really sure if your prayers are effective? Michelle Stimpson is an author, a speaker, and an educator who received her Bachelor of Science degree from Jarvis Christian College in 1994. She earned a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2002. She has had the pleasure of teaching elementary, middle, and high school as well as training adults. In addition to her work in the field of education, Michelle ministers through writing and public speaking. Her works include the highly acclaimed Boaz Brown, Divas of Damascus Road (National Bestseller), and Falling Into Grace. She has published several short stories for high school students through her educational publishing company, Right Track Academic Support Services, at www.wegottaread.com. Michelle serves the body of Christ through ministering to women in churches, workshops, or simply praying with a frazzled mother in Wal-Mart. She regularly speaks at special events and writing workshops sponsored by churches, schools, book clubs and other positive organizations. She has also taught writing classes at the University of Texas at Arlington. Michelle and her husband live near Dallas. They are parents to two young adults and one crazy dog. Contact Michelle to schedule an event: Michelle Stimpson P.O. Box 1592 Cedar Hill, TX 75106-1592 stimpson.michelle @ gmail.com (remove spaces around “@” sign)
Eric Carpenter third son, sixth child born to the Late Bishop Jethro Carpenter, my mother Lady Sarah Carpenter. Singer Songwriter: Opened for the likes of Vickie Winans, sang a Sermonic selection at a church in Baltimore Maryland and Bethel A. M. E., where Yolanda Adam's was the keynote speaker. Began in the preaching ministry at the age of 19yrs old Became the Pastor/Overseer of Rose of Sharon Church of Christ Troy N.C. after the death of his father.
Peyton Woodson Cooper Peyton Woodson Cooper writes Christian fiction, inspirational non-fiction and children’s books. A story-teller at heart, she earned a B.A. in journalism from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas. Her 2014 debut book and memoir, Tales from the Front Line, her blueprint for self-empowerment and career success. Set against the exciting backdrop of her life as Peyton D. Woodson, student journalist, newspaper intern and cub reporter, she offered insight on how to dream big and the work it takes to make those dreams come true. Her writing portfolio includes children’s books, a Christian devotional and inspirational books, and novellas for adults. Her latest release is “True North.” A young adult novel set on a dreamy island off the New England coast, “True North,” encourages today’s youth to follow their internal compass toward their God-given purpose. Peyton offers simple stores, told well. We live in a Twitter and Facebook world. Attention spans are short. That’s why her novellas and short stories offer quick reads for the busy reader. Let her books inspire you. Learn more about Peyton at PWCWrites.com
Dr. T. Ashby Banister, III is a native of Rochester, New York. He is an honors graduate of the Rochester City School District, and came to North Carolina to pursue a post-secondary education at Livingstone College in Salisbury, NC. After graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education in 1998, he felt led by the Spirit to pursue ministerial training. He was accepted to Duke University Divinity School where he received the Duke Endowment Scholarship and graduated in 2003. After seminary, and while attending a Baptist Polity course at Virginia Union University's Samuel DeWitt Proctor School of Theology in preparation for ordination, Pastor Banister determined to pursue the doctor of ministry degree there. He enrolled in the fall of 2007 and completed the program in May of 2010. Prior to occupying the pulpit of Temple Memorial Baptist Church in March of 2006, Pastor Banister served as youth pastor and associate musician at the Union Baptist Church, and as an adjunct instructor in the Human Sciences Department at North Carolina Central University. In seven years of pastoral leadership, over 300 disciples and several ministries, including a new disciples' training class, have been added, as well as the TMBC Bible institute which provides sound biblical instruction to every age group within the body. Pastor Banister is a sought after speaker, revivalist, and lecturer, traveling as far as the United Kingdom in 2011 to advance the Kingdom. With the Spirit of God working throughout, the possibilities of what this pastor and a willing congregation can achieve under his leadership are endless. Pastor Banister is married to the former Ms. Tarsha L. Wiggins of Raleigh,NC. Together they are the proud parents of two beautiful daughters, DeMaris, Age 13 and DeMia, Age 4.
Joylynn M. Ross now writing as BLESSEDselling Author E.N. Joy (Everybody Needs Joy) BLESSEDselling Author E. N. Joy is the author behind the “New Day Divas,” “Still Divas,” “Always Divas” and “Forever Divas" series, all which have been coined “Soap Operas in Print.” She is an Essence Magazine Bestselling Author who wrote secular books under the names Joylynn M. Jossel and JOY. Her title, If I Ruled the World, earned her a book blurb from Grammy Award Winning Artist, Erykah Badu. An All Night Man, an anthology she penned with New York Times Bestselling Author Brenda Jackson, earned the Borders bestselling African American romance award. Her Urban Fiction title, Dollar Bill (Triple Crown Publications), appeared in Newsweek and has been translated to Japanese. Her children’s book titled The Secret Olivia Told Me, written under the name N. Joy, received a Coretta Scott King Honor from the American Library Association. The book was also acquired by Scholastic Books and has sold almost 100,000 copies. Elementary and middle school children have fallen in love with reading and creative writing as a result of the readings and workshops E. N. Joy instructs in schools nationwide. After being the first content development editor for Triple Crown Publications and ten years as the acquisitions editor for Carl Weber's Urban Christian imprint, E. N. Joy now does freelance editing, ghostwriting, write-behinds and literary consulting. Her clients have included New York Times Bestselling authors, entertainers, aspiring authors, as well as first-time authors. Some notable literary consulting clients include actor Christian Keyes, singer Olivia Longott and Reality Television star Shereé M. Whitfield. You can visit BLESSEDselling Author E. N. Joy at www.enjoywrites.com or email her at enjoywrites@aol.com.
Currently, Dr. Williams serves as an assistant professor at University of Tennessee and owner of Unmaskytp consulting. He is also a professional actor and performed roles for Murder Calls, Justice By Any Means, Lt. Joe Kenda Homicide Hunter, Snapped, Killer Post, Fatal Attraction, and a commercial for Harrah’s Casino in Cherokee, NC. He wrote From Thug to Scholar: An Odyssey to Unmask my True Potential. He has published research on emotional intelligence, soft skills, transformational leadership, employee training, mentorship, hospitality pedagogy, human resource management, and professional development.Dr. Williams played professional arena football for the Raleigh Rebels. Dr. Williams has spoke to over 60 unique audiences, and won numerous speech competitions for Toastmaster’s International; he has served as a keynote speaker for Coffeewood Correctional Institution, public schools, colleges, fortune 500 companies (contrived a leadership course), professional organizations, and gave commencement speeches to two VA high schools. He has functioned in management/supervisory roles for the United States Air Force, banking, sales, manufacturing, hospitality, and education.Dr. Williams holds a PhD in Hospitality Management from Iowa State University; a Doctorate’s of Management/Organizational Leadership from University of Phoenix; MS in Administration from Central Michigan University; BS in Management/CIS from Park University. He is also a Certified Hospitality Educator (CHE). Dr. Williams has been featured on UDC-TV (Washington DC), MadhouseTV (NY), WBIR, WATE-TV, Hallerin Hill Radio Show, WUOT Radio Show, Knoxville News Sentinel, Wilson Daily Times, Harrisonburg Times, and myriad online web circulations and online radio.
Even as she pursued degrees in Textile Technology, Organizational Leadership and finally, Adult Education, Rhonda McKnight’s love for books and desire to write stories was always in the back of her mind and in the forefront of her heart. Rhonda loves reading and writing stories that touch the heart of women through complex plots and interesting characters in crisis. She writes from the comfort of her Atlanta home with black tea, Lays potato chips and chocolate on hand. At her feet sits a snappy mixed breed toy dog. She may be reached at her website at www.rhondamcknight and on social media at www.facebook.com/booksbyrhonda and www.twitter.com/rhondamcknight Rhonda McKnight is also the author of several award-winning novels and Black Expressions Top 20 bestsellers, including An Inconvenient Friend, What Kind of Fool, Breaking All The Rules. She is the winner of the 2015 Emma Award for Inspirational Romance of the Year, a writing coach and a free-lance editor. Originally from a small, coastal town in New Jersey, she’s called Atlanta, Georgia home for eighteen years. Visit her at www.rhondamcknight.net and www.facebook.com/booksbyrhonda
Pastor Robert J. Tillman is a native of Thomasville, NC. Called out and set aside from his mother’s womb, it is evident through his ability of delivering God’s word that the hand of the Lord is upon his life. In January 1997, he answered the call of God to preach the gospel at the Friendship Baptist Church under the tutelage of Pastor Haywood N. Goode where God super-naturally demonstrated through him the proof of His delivering power by the preached word. This Godly ambassador is not your ordinary preacher. He is a man of great faith and remarkable integrity. It is apparent that God has anointed him to preach the gospel to the poor, heal the brokenhearted, and preach deliverance to the captives. As a result of his gifts and callings, he has been favored in many avenues of ministry. In January 2010, God began to bring Pastor Tillman’s ministry full circle by ordering his foot steps back to his first love, Oak Grove Baptist Church in High Point, NC where he now serves as the senior pastor. By empowering, equipping, motivating, and acting as a life-coach he hopes to push the people to their ultimate destiny through spiritual commitment and personal involvement in the body of Christ. He is married to the illustrious Elder Likesha Morgan Tillman, the love of his life and the “wind beneath his wings”. He is the proud father of one daughter, Miss Morgan Destiny Tillman. He is the eldest of two children and a firm believer in family values. Pastor Tillman is a cum laude graduate of High Point University with a Bachelor of Arts in Human Relations and possess a Masters of Science in Adult & Continuing Education from North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University. A servant of God, a lover of praise & worship, and determined for God to receive the glory from his life he Pastor Tillman boldly asserts, “he’s a praiser by nature and a worshipper by experience”.
Renee’ Sunday, M.D. is the founder and CEO of Sunday Publishing Company, LLC., and RS Commerce, P.C. I have practiced anesthesia for over thirteen years. My mission is to encourage and empower others to enjoy life and obtain their dreams. Furthermore, I enjoy being an instrument in God’s Plan to render services to others and to show compassion, love, and the standard of care.” Empower others to propel their message to the world. Renee’ is a radio and television personality – Host of Good Deeds Radio & TV Show, Platform Builder, Grief & Loss Specialist, Group Counselor, Motivational & Inspirational Coach, Passion & Purpose Guru, Author, Publisher, and an Anesthesiologist. Renee’s passion is to be a catalyst to stimulate others forward toward their destiny. For fourteen years , I thought my purpose was doing providing anesthesia services until in I went from 6 figures to 0 figure in 24 hours. When one door closed several new doors opened. The doors continue to open on a daily basis. Everyone has purpose. Everyone has a calling. Everyone has reason to be on the earth right now. A lot of people are asking, “why was I created? ” They want to know his/her Grand Purpose in life. The truth of the matter many people are not called to one area or one thing. There are many things we enjoy in life. Can you say you are enjoying life? If you are frustrated with your job, career, where you are right now. Get Purpose Now with Dr. Renee Sunday encourage, empower, and educate others to propel their passions to purpose. One step will lead to an abundant supply of opportunities, obtaining dreams, and achieving a purposefully driven life.
Compassionate, bold, courageous are just three of the words used to describe Pastor Louise Baker, founder and senior pastor of Temple of Prayer, Praise & Deliverance church in High Point, NC. She has the uncanny ability of relating the relevance of the Gospel to the present day lives of people, especially those who are sick, hurting and rejected. She truly has a bondage-breaking anointing.
Bishop Freddie B. Marshall For 25 years he has lead the Christ Cathedral Church of Deliverance as it's founding and senior pastor. Building lives and securing spiritual legacy and identity through the preaching and teaching of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. By being an example of endurance and restoration , Bishop Freddie B. Marshall preaches a strong and declarative message of Grace and repentance, admonishing all to embrace their individual process of growth, maturity, and awareness in Christ. As a man of faith, Bishop is an example that if you believe God, you are assured to receive whatever you expect. His time as a student in the local school systems of Winston-Salem Forsyth County School System, his alma mater North Carolina Central University in Durham, NC and the recipient of several earned and honorary degrees, certifications and recognitions has prepared him to remain a relevant voice to the Kingdom across several decades of church leadership and transition. As a trained and educated episcopate, he is an apostolic voice of preparation, a proficient Catechist who is sought after nationwide as an instructor, trainer, and mentor. The Bishop has been and continues to be invited internationally as a voice that matters to this generation. He is presently enjoying his new life with wife Ms. Azaviea S. Brown, who has brought healing and wholeness into his life and that of his family and ministries. They married in November of 2015. He is proud of his sons who are all ministry servant-leaders and his god-daughters who have all developed their own relationships and identities with The Lord and the Church of Jesus Christ.
Theresa’s creative, scribal ministry is rooted in inner healing, godly character building, affirmation and bringing significance to the lives of others through the prophetic, creative arts. She is a former award-winning print news reporter with a career spanning more 22 years. She is an active freelance writer, blogger and the author of The Scribal Anointing® Book Series, which currently includes seven books. She also authored a collection of poetry and spoken word, Thank God for Salvation, and is the co-author of several nationally published and distributed workbooks addressing child sexual abuse awareness and prevention including: The Courage to Speak; The Grooming Mystery: Unmasking the Sex Offender; True Intimacy; Pathways to Healing and the soon to be released workbook, Splinters of Shame. Theresa has published hundreds of blogs and articles, and has been published in Charisma Magazine, Rejoice Atlanta News, The Answer Newspaper, and more. She is also the editor of Esdras’ Scroll, a prophetic poetry and creative writing magazine. In addition, Theresa is a poet, spoken word artist, playwright and artist. She often ministers with a team of prophetic scribes creatively to facilitate healing to the broken. She is a nationally trained leader in inner healing with the Living Waters Program of Desert Stream Ministry where she serves with the SE Regional Director.
If there be any sick among you- Call forth the elders. Elder Arlisa Gordon is a member of Temple of Prayer, Praise and Deliverance Ministries in High Point, North Carolina where she sits under Senior Pastor Apostle Louise Baker. Elder Gordon can be found teaching Sunday school as well as Bible study. She is known for her many battle prayers and going ento the enemy's camp and taking back that which belongs to the saints. Arlisa is also a praiser and believes praise is a weapon in the arsenial given to us by God. Tonight we will discuss prayer.
Minister Cassandra Durham is an energetic and anointed minister, author and radio show host. Under the guidance of her pastor, Apostle Louise Baker, Cassandra accepted the call into the Gospel ministry and preached her initial sermon in January 2012. Since that initial sermon, Cassandra has gotten busy in the kingdom by serving her local church, Temple of Prayer, Praise and Deliverance, formerly as a teen Sunday school teacher, as well as an usher and currently leads the church’s outreach ministry. Cassandra has had the great pleasure to not only minister in North Carolina, but in Virginia and Florida as well.Cassandra is a graduate of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T SU) with a B.S.W. Bachelor of Social Work and a Master of Science degree in Human Services from Capella University. In her professional work, she is a social worker at a local AIDS services organization. She is a dynamic workshop facilitator specializing with self-worth, self-esteem and empowerment for women.In 2012, Cassandra started the Salt, Light & Witnesses blog- which she wrote daily until 2016.In 2013, Cassandra completed a Master of Arts in Christian Ministry from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.In 2014, Cassandra answered the call to begin a radio ministry – Fully Persuaded About Faith – in part because she knows first hand what it took for her to trust, lean and depend on our unchanging and always faith God. Cassandra is the author of two devotional books: Fully Persuaded: 30 Days of Encouragement in Times of Trouble and Fully Constrained: What Faith Can Do.
Vivian Kay is a debut Christian author whose faith stories are woven around the themes of imperfection, divine encounters and redemption. When she is not writing or daydreaming about writing, you’ll find her playing simultaneous games of online scrabble or snuggling up with a good book. A wife and mother, Vivian lives in a quiet corner of Canada’s banana belt. But you, LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, and the one who lifts up my head. Psalm 3:3
Blogger, Radio show host, author and Woman of God,Minister Cassandra Durham , a native of High Point, North Carolina is an energetic and anointed minister, author and radio show host.Under the guidance of her pastor, Apostle Louise Baker, Cassandra accepted the call into the Gospel ministry , and preached her initial sermon in January 2012. Since that initial sermon, Cassandra has gotten busy in the kingdom by serving her local church, Temple of Prayer, Praise and Deliverance. Cassandra has had the great pleasure to not only minister in North Carolina, but in Virginia and Florida as well.Cassandra is a graduate of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T SU) with a B.S.W. Bachelor of Social Work and an Master of Science degree in Human Services from Capella University. She is a dynamic workshop facilitator specializing with self worth, self esteem and empowerment for women.In 2013, Cassandra completed a Master of Arts in Christian Ministry from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.
Minister Gabriel Harper Bio Min. Harper’s mother says God told her to name him Gabriel when she was pregnant. The name Gabriel means “man of God; God is my strength; God’s able-bodied one.” The angel Gabriel served as a messenger sent from God. This name is his purpose: to serve as a messenger- to tell a dying world about our Savior who lives. God gave Min. Harper the mission of Exhorting, Encouraging, Edifying, and Equipping his people. As a preacher’s kid, born in High Point, NC in the early 80s, Gabriel always knew he was different. He knew God had a plan for him and it would take him far beyond the city walls of High Point, NC. After graduating from North Carolina A&T in 2007, he packed up his 1999 Buick Park Avenue and journeyed to Atlanta. With no job and nowhere to live but the floor of his cousin’s apartment, he knew God was calling him to make a faith move. Here he witnessed something he had never seen before. He was blessed to connect with young men, his own age, on mission for Christ. One of Min.Harper favorite scriptures is recorded in 1 Timothy 1:12, “And I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who hath enabled me, for that he counted me faithful, putting me into the ministry;”
Martin F. Harper Sr. is an ordained minister and community activist, volunteer, and mentor. He is currently the Youth Pastor at Chosen Generation Community Outreach Deliverance Center, High Point, NC; under Pastor Steven Kenan and Co-Pastor Tamara Kenan. At Chosen Generation, he is honored to assist in preaching, teaching and outreach efforts as well as the youth ministry called "Generation NOW!" He is also the founder and president of One Hundred Men Praying, a community service group that exhorts men to serve in the community as volunteers and mentors, and also encourages church unity and leadership among males. His testimony is broad, “from the suburbs to the street corner”. He has a particular passion for youth and disenfranchised members of our society as well as under-served communities and populations. His vision for the “One Hundred” came after the Lord directed him to the book of Nehemiah in 2009. His favorite non-scriptural quote is “Some would live within the sound of church or chapel bell, I’d rather run a rescue ship 100 yards from the gates of hell”. -Author unknown He is married to Elder Antoinette G. (Angel) Harper, a “Proverbs 31” wife, mother, and helper. They have seven children and a host of grandchildren. Together, they have formed single/blended family ministries, parenting classes, teaching and leadership, and young adult classes for specialized teaching as well as for general audiences. Call Anytime!: 336.307.8724
Kendra is an active member of Greater Cleveland Avenue Christian Church, where Bishop Sheldon M. McCarter is Senior Pastor. In November of 2005 Kendra was licensed as a minister of the Gospel. Since that time, she was ordained as an Elder. Her labor of love speaks for itself. She has worked diligently in the kingdom and has made full proof of her ministry gift according to 2 Timothy 4: 1-5 & the ability to carry out the great commission.In addition to preaching the gospel as opportunity presents, she serves as a spiritual sniper in the area of Deliverance Ministry and Spiritual Warfare. She is a powerful Intercessory Prayer Warrior, Alter Worker, and member of the Outreach & Prison Ministry. Her life work has been committed to empowering individuals to live the kind of life that Jesus died for them to have. Kendra is a 1999 & 2009 graduate of Winston-Salem State University, where she earned both a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sociology (1999) & a Master of Science Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling (2009). She is a licensed Substance Abuse Counselor and Certified Criminal Justice Addiction Professional. She is also certified by the National Association of Forensic Counselors as a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Specialist. Kendra’s motto: “Your past failures will not dictate your future, or hold you hostage unless you allow it!”“God will give beauty for ashes…(Isa. 61:3). Knowing that the suffering of this present time is not worthy to be compared to the glory that shall be revealed (Rom. 8:18). Because better is the end of a thing than the beginning thereof (Ecc. 7:8)
Theresa’s creative, scribal ministry is rooted in inner healing, godly character building, affirmation and bringing significance to the lives of others through the prophetic, creative arts. She is a former award-winning print news reporter with a career spanning more 22 years. She is an active freelance writer, blogger and the author of The Scribal Anointing® Book Series, which currently includes seven books. She also authored a collection of poetry and spoken word, Thank God for Salvation, and is the co-author of several nationally published and distributed workbooks addressing child sexual abuse awareness and prevention including: The Courage to Speak; The Grooming Mystery: Unmasking the Sex Offender; True Intimacy; Pathways to Healing and the soon to be released workbook, Splinters of Shame. Theresa has published hundreds of blogs and articles, and has been published in Charisma Magazine, Rejoice Atlanta News, The Answer Newspaper, and more. She is also the editor of Esdras’ Scroll, a prophetic poetry and creative writing magazine. In addition, Theresa is a poet, spoken word artist, playwright and artist. She often ministers with a team of prophetic scribes creatively to facilitate healing to the broken. She is a nationally trained leader in inner healing with the Living Waters Program of Desert Stream Ministry where she serves with the SE Regional Director.
When it comes to Apostle Louise Alston Baker, the half has never been told. She is a dynamic and highly anointed woman of God who dares to walk and reach by faith. She has inspired and propelled others forward to do the same by her life’s example and through mentorship. By her faithfulness to God and the call on her life, innumerable individuals once bound have come to know God, been set free, healed and delivered.She accepted her call to ministry in 1982 and served on the ministerial staff at St. Paul, a member church of the United Church of God, Inc., in High Point, NC. God called her to the office of pastor and in 1996 she became the founding Senior Pastor of Temple of Prayer, Praise and Deliverance, Inc., in High Point. In her role as pastor and Apostle, she ran a successful radio show entitled “Just A Voice”, extended her outreach to prison ministry, began a weekly outreach to the elderly at a nursing facility, and focused her energies on helping to groom and develop young ministers in the ministry, all while continuing to evangelize in revivals. Apostle Baker is married to Frank Baker, and they have two daughters, Crystal and Bridget who are married to Minister George Gatling, II and Rev. Richard Hayes respectively. She has four adorable grandchildren: George III, Chloe, Richard Issa, and Sovereign. Eyes have not seen nor have ears heard all that God has planned for Apostle Baker in life and ministry.
Lady Leah Hill McNair has been called dynamic, engaging and vibrant. Her messages are considered throught provoking and ground breaking. This is truly an anointed woman of God. I cannot wait to talk with her Monday night about Gratness in Ministry for Woman as well as her new book I Have A Confession. Leah Hill McNair is the founder of the Forefront ladies Network, a network and mentorship dedicated to raising the standard for women in ministry. She is widely known as an evangelist, motivational speaker, and author. Leah and her husband, Michael, pastor Emmanuel Baptist Church in Thomasville, North Carolina. Together they founded the Christian Business Network, an organization for Christian entrepreneurs and those aspiring. Leah is highly sought after as an inspiring Bible teacher and conference facilitator. Her ministry trails reach internationally to West Africa, where she utilized ministry gifts to provide leadership training, facilitate workshops and organize and led missions groups and preach revivals. She was honored to be May 2011’s featured Preaching Woman on www.preachingwoman.com, an international media platform for women in ministry. For more information about Leaf Hill McNair or the forefront Ladies Network contact Lady Leah Ministries atwww.ladyleah.org or cal (336) 525-ILLM ( ministry office)
Reverend Dr. W. Frazier Pegues With the spirit of a watchman, Reverend Dr. William F. Pegues is an ordained minister of the Gospel. He is a Bible teacher, preacher, and Kingdom intercessor. Dr. Pegues earned the Bachelor of Arts degree in religion and Philosophy and a Master of Divinity degree from Shaw University in Raleigh, North Carolina. He earned the Doctor of Ministry degree from Hood Theological Seminary in Salisbury, North Carolina. He completed the Clinical Pastoral Education program at Wake Forest Baptist University Medical Center. Reverend Pegues is the newly published Author of the book entitled; “Breaking Free From Unresolved Grief” and currently serving as the founder and pastor of Hoyt Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church in Burlington, North Carolina. With the assistance from many anointed leaders in the Body of Christ he was saved in 1990 and grew in his relationship with the Lord. William was delivered from his own addictive behaviors and strongholds. This deliverance and intimate relationship is the basis for the passion he’s given to create a thirst for Him in others, whenever he preaches and throughout life. He has compassion, passion, and anointing to minister to broken vessels. Dr. Pegues is married to the lovely Dorothy W. Pegues, also a minister who works with him and supports his ministry wholeheartedly.
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After you get past the Magic and the Mystery marriage is a Ministry. Join Michelle Stimpson and I on Monday Night 7pm on the Fully persuaded Radio Show as we discuss the power and impact and sanity of marriage. So if you are single, and wanting to be married, newly married, been married a long time, been divorced or going through a divorce this is the show for you. Call in 347-237-4999 the lines will be open. www.MichelleStimpson.com Bestselling, award-winning author Michelle Stimpson has penned more than twenty-five Christian fiction books including traditional bestseller Divas of Damascus Road, the highly acclaimed Falling Into Grace, and Amazon #1 bestseller, Stepping Down. She has also published more than fifty short stories through her educational publishing company, WeGottaRead.com. Michelle holds an English degree from Jarvis Christian College and master’s degree in education from the University of Texas at Arlington. She is a part-time language arts consultant and serves in women’s ministry at her home church, Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship. She and her husband have two young adult children and one crazy dog.
Faith Simone’s passion for writing began as a young girl and has continued to blossom. She is a poet, playwright and novelist. She is also an active blogger, sharing her personal thoughts on writing and tips for authors on her website FaithSimone.com. Simone is adamant about using her gift of writing as a tool to help promote humanity, understanding and compassion.
Evangelist Whitnei D. Holman Johnson is the First Lady of New Dimension Community Christian Center of High Point, North Carolina where her husband His Excellency Bishop Tavaris La Keith Johnson, Sr. is the Senior Pastor. She is a native of Winston Salem, North Carolina where she studied at Forsyth Technical Community College with a concentration in Business & Public Administration. First Lady (Evangelist) Whitnei D. H. Johnson accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as her personal savior at an early age. She began her music ministry in 2004 singing for weddings, funerals, conferences, revivals and musicals. In 2005 she traveled to Washington DC, and became well acquainted with American Idol. The Greensboro News and Records labeled her as American Idol song bird. In 2008 she received the call of God into ministry but God said not yet, for the vision is yet for an appointed time. (Habakkuk 2:3). On May 1st, 2010 Evangelist Whitnei Johnson humbly yielded to the calling that was on her life. Evangelist Johnson is a highly sought out preacher and she's fulfilling the clarion call of God on her life to be a fresh and anointed voice in this day and hour. Lives are being empowered and impacted by the cutting edge approach to the word of God she presents in her messages. In 2012, she founded Total Restoration Outreach Ministries, Internet Social Network which is empowering and changing the lives of many across the globe! She also hosted a weekly Radio Broadcast on 103.1 FM radio, where she preached the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Connect with Evangelist Johnson on Facebook, You tube and Twitter. First Lady Johnson is the proud mother of one daughter, Ade'ya Serenity & one son, Prince Layden Josiah Johnson. First Lady Johnson's motto is: "YOU GOT TO LIVE BY THE WORD OF GOD AND THE WORD OF GOD ONLY IS WHAT EVANGELIST WHITNEI JOHNSON STANDS FIRM ON.
Nigeria Lockley possesses two master’s degrees, one in English secondary education, which she utilizes as an educator with the New York City Department of Education. Her second master’s degree is in creative writing. Nigeria’s debut novel, Born at Dawn received the 2015 Phillis Wheatley Award for First Fiction. Nigeria serves as the Vice President of Bridges Family Services, a not-for-profit organization that assists student parents interested in pursuing a degree in higher education. She is also the deaconess and clerk for her spiritual home, King of Kings and Lord of Lords Church of God. Nigeria is a New York native who resides in Harlem with her husband and two daughters.
Under the guidance of her pastor, Apostle Louise Baker, Cassandra accepted the call into the Gospel ministry and preached her initial sermon in January 2012. Since that initial sermon, Cassandra has gotten busy in the kingdom by serving her local church, Temple of Prayer, Praise and Deliverance, formerly as a teen Sunday school teacher, as well as an usher and currently leads the church’s outreach ministry. Cassandra has had the great pleasure to not only minister in North Carolina, but in Virginia and Florida as well.Cassandra is a graduate of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T SU) with a B.S.W. Bachelor of Social Work and an Master of Science degree in Human Services from Capella University. In 2012, Cassandra was called to start the Salt, Light & Witnesses blog.In 2013, Cassandra completed a Master of Arts in Christian Ministry from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.
Dr. Taffy Wagner is a Healthcare Advocate, Personal Finances Educator, Money and Marriage Advocate and an Ordained Minister. She is the author of several Amazon.com Bestsellers Obamacare Made Easy, How to Get Business Credit: For the Entrepreneur, Bride and Groom Money Talk FAQ, Debt Dilemma and more.Dr. Wagner has been interviewed on The Business Forum Show and School for Startups Radio regarding health insurance and its impact on self-employed, small business owners and individuals. She has also been interviewed by The Wall Street Journal, The Denver Business Journal and many national media regarding money and marriage.She provides seminars online and offline regarding Obamacare for individuals, small groups and entrepreneurs. Dr. Wagner has created several online courses regarding health insurance reaching over a thousand students. She continues to provide financial counseling for individuals and couples.Dr. Wagner holds a Doctorate of Ministry in Biblical Counseling, Master’s degree in Human Resources Management, a Bachelor’s degree in Business Admin/Management and an Associates degree in Paralegal Studies. She is a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.Dr. Wagner is also a home school mom that resides in the metro Denver area with her husband, Eric and their twins, Erica and Cody.