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THIS WEEK'S CARPOOL LEADERS
Erika
Jobbers
Janice Kankolongo
PRAYER CARPOOL LEADERS
Amanda Cato
Amanda Cato is a scribe, teacher and visionary.
She is the author of books, "Wisdom in Proverbs," "To Sisters, with love," and "Builders of God." The passion to write has been hers from a very young age with a desire to transform the hearts of her readers. Amanda is inspiring women to build, create and write! Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, the journey to grow in wisdom is one of significance to her, as well as, exploring a variety of themes to strengthen the dynamics of family. She is on a mission to use her voice to empower and refine the women of her generation to walk in authenticity with purpose.
She is the author of books, "Wisdom in Proverbs," "To Sisters, with love," and "Builders of God." The passion to write has been hers from a very young age with a desire to transform the hearts of her readers. Amanda is inspiring women to build, create and write! Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY, the journey to grow in wisdom is one of significance to her, as well as, exploring a variety of themes to strengthen the dynamics of family. She is on a mission to use her voice to empower and refine the women of her generation to walk in authenticity with purpose.
Carla Lewis
My name is Carla Lewis. I am a native Detroiter, but I currently reside in Georgia. I am a Minister at the dReam Center Church of Atlanta. I serve in several ministries, one of them is the Intercessory Prayer Ministry. I am honored to be part of this WOMAN PRAY, Prayer Carpool
Chitra Kovoor
Chitra has served as a Ministry Fellow with Christian Union for over seven years. Her work with students at Yale University includes teaching Bible courses, mentoring, coaching and helping students be prayerful, effective and bold Christian leaders on their campus, while also preparing them to be life-long significant influencers for the glory of God.
She is part of a faculty team that dedicates a large amount of its time to fervent and faithful prayer including regular fasting for this important work in its select elite universities.
She considers herself a pilgrim. She has traveled fairly extensively with her family around the world. She was raised in India,
is British and is now resident in the US. She loves telling everyone now that she has graduated to grandmother status and takes every opportunity to jump on a plane to spend quality time with her three children and her family in the UK.
Professionally she has a degree in Psychology and Sociology and an MBA. She has worked in several settings across the world,
which includes marketing in the corporate sector to teaching and Directing a Center of Management and Learning in a higher
education setting in the UK.
She has also formally trained and co-ordinated Cross cultural Mission programs for Mission agencies and has trained Mission Partners, including college students to serve on the Mission field across the world.
She has ministered to college students both formally and informally for most of her adult life.
She absolutely thrives in her present role and has known the Lord's call very clearly to this significant work.
She seeks to love God wholeheartedly and believes that prayer is key in developing intimacy with God. She believes that without this intimacy one cannot be effective in the purposes God has for His children.
She is part of a faculty team that dedicates a large amount of its time to fervent and faithful prayer including regular fasting for this important work in its select elite universities.
She considers herself a pilgrim. She has traveled fairly extensively with her family around the world. She was raised in India,
is British and is now resident in the US. She loves telling everyone now that she has graduated to grandmother status and takes every opportunity to jump on a plane to spend quality time with her three children and her family in the UK.
Professionally she has a degree in Psychology and Sociology and an MBA. She has worked in several settings across the world,
which includes marketing in the corporate sector to teaching and Directing a Center of Management and Learning in a higher
education setting in the UK.
She has also formally trained and co-ordinated Cross cultural Mission programs for Mission agencies and has trained Mission Partners, including college students to serve on the Mission field across the world.
She has ministered to college students both formally and informally for most of her adult life.
She absolutely thrives in her present role and has known the Lord's call very clearly to this significant work.
She seeks to love God wholeheartedly and believes that prayer is key in developing intimacy with God. She believes that without this intimacy one cannot be effective in the purposes God has for His children.
Cynthia Young
I am Cynthia Young. I was born and raised in Birmingham, AL and now reside in Dallas, TX . I am the mother of twins, April and Darron, and grandmother of 7. I am a retired US Poatal worker. I have a catering business and a sewing business.
I was raised in the church and came to know the Lord at an early age. I have been part the Intercessory Prayer Ministry, Music Ministry, a Sunday School teacher, Bible study leader, Director of Hospitality and part of many ministries in service to our Lord and His people. I am grateful to be a part of Woman Pray and for this opportunity to join with other women is prayer.
I was raised in the church and came to know the Lord at an early age. I have been part the Intercessory Prayer Ministry, Music Ministry, a Sunday School teacher, Bible study leader, Director of Hospitality and part of many ministries in service to our Lord and His people. I am grateful to be a part of Woman Pray and for this opportunity to join with other women is prayer.
Dawn Marie Aimee
My name is Dawn Marie, I am a Jesus lover, God Chaser, Nurse Leader, Health coach, wife, mom, grandmother, sister and trusted friend.
I own a Wellness spa (presently under renovation) we provide health coaching for Nurses with diabetes, who want to reverse their numbers, lose weight, boost their energy, get rid of painful neuropathy so that they can be good to themselves as they care for their patients. Other services include: Hydrocolonics, IV Hydration, alkaline water, High quality vitamins and minerals, Stem, Cell Activation. And infrared light therapy. We are also providers of Reign Organic Sanitary Products. Our mission is to provide goods and services that heal the body naturally and improving health and wellness of individuals we touch.
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I own a Wellness spa (presently under renovation) we provide health coaching for Nurses with diabetes, who want to reverse their numbers, lose weight, boost their energy, get rid of painful neuropathy so that they can be good to themselves as they care for their patients. Other services include: Hydrocolonics, IV Hydration, alkaline water, High quality vitamins and minerals, Stem, Cell Activation. And infrared light therapy. We are also providers of Reign Organic Sanitary Products. Our mission is to provide goods and services that heal the body naturally and improving health and wellness of individuals we touch.
https://www.instagram.com/damana2015?igsh=MThhd2w5eHpmMXM3YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
Diera Shaw-Mendez
Diera Shaw-Mendez has a heart for hurting women and wants to remind them of God’s unchanging, healing love. After struggling for too many years with low self-worth, fear, and too much anger, she learned how to find healing, joy, and peace amid suffering because of her relationship with Christ. She is co-founder of Hope House For Our Families, a ministry committed to providing Christ-centered aftercare services for individuals and their families recovering from substance use and incarceration through sober-living housing, biblical teaching and discipleship, and other recovery services. Diera has a master’s degree in communication from La Salle University and is pursuing her doctorate in Community Care and Counseling at Liberty University. She is a licensed minister and a certified Christian Mental Health Coach through the American Association for Christian Counseling. Above all, she is a wife and mother of three who loves to worship and share the Gospel. In her “spare time,” she enjoys creating items for her Etsy shops, planning events, and trying new recipes. If Diera's ministry could be summed up in scripture, it would be Colossians 1:28-29 TPT, "Christ is our message! We preach to awaken hearts and bring every person into the full understanding of truth. It has become my inspiration and passion in ministry to labor with a tireless intensity, with his power flowing through me, to present to every believer the revelation of being his perfect one in Jesus Christ."
Dr. Chidi Kaiu
Dr. Chidi Kalu has taught in the areas of Management, Customer Service and Leadership Development for many years. Also, the Founder of Women of Distinction and God's VIP Inc. On a regular basis, she delivers a message of encouragement, hope, love and faith by empowering and equipping women of all walks of life to a new and powerful beginning after a significant life event. As a prolific speaker, Chidi ministers to the secular and non- secular world with a strong cutting-edge word. She is an Author, Empowerment Coach and Corporate Trainer and committed to the ministry of the Gospel with a heart and passion to see all of God's children live a fulfilling life centered on Jesus Christ.
She currently serves as a leader and director of intercessory prayer at the Dream Center Church of Atlanta under the lead pastors Bishop William Murphy and Pastor Danielle Murphy. She sits on the board of Women World Leaders- a global outreach ministry with a vision to help women discover their lifework and purpose within God's design, where she serves to pray and encourage women daily
She currently serves as a leader and director of intercessory prayer at the Dream Center Church of Atlanta under the lead pastors Bishop William Murphy and Pastor Danielle Murphy. She sits on the board of Women World Leaders- a global outreach ministry with a vision to help women discover their lifework and purpose within God's design, where she serves to pray and encourage women daily
Dr. Patience A. Montgomery
Led of God, Dr. Patience A. Montgomery founded Flippin’ the Script Ministries in July 2008 in Lancaster, SC.
FTS Ministry’s mission is to BUILD HOPE, BUILD DREAMS and BUILD LIVES for the Better!
FTS Ministries help others overcome obstacles even in the face of give-up opportunities, so they don’t have to struggle with the frustrations of feeling powerless, delayed and walking in defeat!
FTS Ministry’s mission is to BUILD HOPE, BUILD DREAMS and BUILD LIVES for the Better!
FTS Ministries help others overcome obstacles even in the face of give-up opportunities, so they don’t have to struggle with the frustrations of feeling powerless, delayed and walking in defeat!
Dr. Quentine Dingle-Finch
Dr. Quentine Dingle Finch is an author, minister, and international speaker. She graduated and received her ordinations from Christian Faith Center Oral Roberts Bible College. Additionally, she studied under Marilyn Hickey Ministries. Through the years, she has served in various ministerial roles and church leadership.
Also, as an Elder, she and her husband served as Covenant Care Pastors at Christian Faith Center, in Creedmoor, NC.
Also, as an Elder, she and her husband served as Covenant Care Pastors at Christian Faith Center, in Creedmoor, NC.
Dr. Zelphine Smith-Dixon
Dr. Zelphine Smith-Dixon, an Orangeburg County Native, lives in the greater Metro Atlanta area. She is an educator of more than 27 years and have served in local, state, and national leadership. She served proudly as the first black President of the National Association of State Directors of Special Education. Currently, she is a board member at large of the Council for Exceptional Children.
Dr. Smith-Dixon has received numerous local, state, and national recognitions and awards. She serves as a ministry leader at the dReam Center Church of Atlanta and submits her gifts to her Pastors William and Danielle Murphy. In January 2023, she received the dReam Center Church of Atlanta Pillar Award. Dr. Smith-Dixon is a member of Covington Area Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She serves as the Educational Development Committee Chair and was recognized as a 2023 Game Changer recipient.
Dr. Smith-Dixon is married to Marki J. Dixon, and they have three children.
Email: dixon@thedreamcenterchurch.org
Dr. Smith-Dixon has received numerous local, state, and national recognitions and awards. She serves as a ministry leader at the dReam Center Church of Atlanta and submits her gifts to her Pastors William and Danielle Murphy. In January 2023, she received the dReam Center Church of Atlanta Pillar Award. Dr. Smith-Dixon is a member of Covington Area Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. She serves as the Educational Development Committee Chair and was recognized as a 2023 Game Changer recipient.
Dr. Smith-Dixon is married to Marki J. Dixon, and they have three children.
Email: dixon@thedreamcenterchurch.org
Elder Erika L. Jobbers
Elder Erika L. Jobbers currently and faithfully serves as the Executive Director of Christian Education and Preaching Assistant to the Lead Pastor at The dReam Center Church of Atlanta under the leadership of Bishop William H. Murphy, III.
Erika Jobbers is the founder of “A Widow’s Wisdom” in which she shares inspirational nuggets to wives and widows and “Wisdom Wednesday: Bible Study for Women
Erika Jobbers is the founder of “A Widow’s Wisdom” in which she shares inspirational nuggets to wives and widows and “Wisdom Wednesday: Bible Study for Women
Elder Lolita Justice-Watkins
Elder Lolita Justice-Watkins is a true example of faith, fortitude and humility. Licensed as an Elder in 2023, under the covering of New Walk Community Church (Bishop Sean D. Wheatley), Lolita proudly preaches the unadulterated Word of God and fervently prays for those in need.
As a spirit-filled leader, she continuously pours into the lives of women and families through various local and international philanthropic initiatives.
As a spirit-filled leader, she continuously pours into the lives of women and families through various local and international philanthropic initiatives.
Erin Conner
Erin Conner is a Christian teacher, writer, and speaker. She has been joyfully working with people of all ages for 20 years to help them fulfill their God-given potential.
Her newest book, entitled KNOW, is a Scripture-based children's book intended to empower elementary-school children to begin to know the love of God and promises of God
Her newest book, entitled KNOW, is a Scripture-based children's book intended to empower elementary-school children to begin to know the love of God and promises of God
Evangelist Angela Timms
Angela Timms is an Evangelist and a Prophetic Intercessor.
I have the honor and privilege of serving alongside Dr. Henrietta Mo Merriman-Johnson, affectionately known as Pastor Mo, at I Believe Bible Church located in Houston, Texas.
I have the honor and privilege of serving alongside Dr. Henrietta Mo Merriman-Johnson, affectionately known as Pastor Mo, at I Believe Bible Church located in Houston, Texas.
Evangelist Carolyn Smith
Evangelist Carolyn Smith is a member of Prayer & Worship Impact Center in Lisle, IL., where her son in love & daughter (Isaac & KeOne) are the Pastors. She operates in a Senior Leadership Role as an Evangelist, Teacher, Intercessor, Prayer Warrior, and Prophetic Voice.
Evangelist Carolyn Smith's kingdom ministry has impacted the lives of her family, church, community, and
saints within the Body of Christ.
She received her undergraduate in Business, Certification in Management, and Masters in Health Administration. Her continual passion to intercede for the Body of Christ has propel many to pray more and longer to experience a deeper and closer walk with the Lord!
Evangelist Carolyn Smith's kingdom ministry has impacted the lives of her family, church, community, and
saints within the Body of Christ.
She received her undergraduate in Business, Certification in Management, and Masters in Health Administration. Her continual passion to intercede for the Body of Christ has propel many to pray more and longer to experience a deeper and closer walk with the Lord!
Evangelist LaTasha Williams
A servant at heart, LaTasha Williams is an anointed Woman of God who serves in the Kingdom of the most high God. Some people call her a Powerhouse and others call her the Hurricane.
She is co-founder of the outreach ministry, Release and Rejoice, LaTasha and her husband, Minister Terry Williams bring the word of the Lord to life with their passion for scripture. Dedicated to serving the Lord together for 25 years, LaTasha and Terry inspire others to connect and honor God
She is co-founder of the outreach ministry, Release and Rejoice, LaTasha and her husband, Minister Terry Williams bring the word of the Lord to life with their passion for scripture. Dedicated to serving the Lord together for 25 years, LaTasha and Terry inspire others to connect and honor God
First Lady June McNeill
June McNeill is a leading Health Advocate and RN for over 30 years, alongside organizations such as Princeton Hospital and Independence BlueCross/AmeriHealth. June specializes in helping people understand and navigate the complex healthcare system through coaching and consulting. After witnessing the healthcare disparities throughout her career, she is now hyper-focused on bridging the cultural gaps that exist within our community. A cancer survivor, June possesses an unwavering belief in the mixing of faith with science and medicine to manifest the tangible evidence of God’s healing power.
Gloria J. Kuipers
My name is Gloria Kuipers, I live in Bayvile, NJ. I have been married for 32 years, have 3 children, 2 step children, 10 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. I work in Eatontown, NJ as an Executive Assistant for a Management Service Organization. I have been walking with the Lord for 32 years. I believe each women has an assignment which only she can fulfill and therefore shouldn't compare herself to anyone else. You got this!
Janice Kankolongo
Janice Kankolongo is currently a Princeton University student.
Jennifer Marshall
Sister Jennifer Marshall holds dual nationalities.
She was born in Jamaica, but migrated to St. Vincent thirty-seven years ago, after her marriage.
For the last thirty years, Sister Marshall has been associated with women's ministries, the main ones being prayer ministries. She, along with six other ladies, was used by God to spearhead the United Sisters' Prayer Group that has been meeting monthly in St. Vincent for the last 17 years.
More recently, in April 2020, she responded to the call of God to coordinate the regional Prayer Group-FAITH WITHOUT BORDERS- in response to COVID19. This group, like many others, have been instrumental in bringing together believers from across the region to pray. In praying with, and for each other, we have also become friends, united with one purpose.
Sister Jennifer is also involved in children's ministry. Additionally, she co-hosted the weekly radio programme: Let's Face It, with her husband, Hadyn Marshall, from 2010-2020. Now she works mainly behind the scenes.
Sister Jennifer yearns for a closer walk with God, just as Enoch did, and endeavors to testify of His goodness with each opportunity she gets.
She was born in Jamaica, but migrated to St. Vincent thirty-seven years ago, after her marriage.
For the last thirty years, Sister Marshall has been associated with women's ministries, the main ones being prayer ministries. She, along with six other ladies, was used by God to spearhead the United Sisters' Prayer Group that has been meeting monthly in St. Vincent for the last 17 years.
More recently, in April 2020, she responded to the call of God to coordinate the regional Prayer Group-FAITH WITHOUT BORDERS- in response to COVID19. This group, like many others, have been instrumental in bringing together believers from across the region to pray. In praying with, and for each other, we have also become friends, united with one purpose.
Sister Jennifer is also involved in children's ministry. Additionally, she co-hosted the weekly radio programme: Let's Face It, with her husband, Hadyn Marshall, from 2010-2020. Now she works mainly behind the scenes.
Sister Jennifer yearns for a closer walk with God, just as Enoch did, and endeavors to testify of His goodness with each opportunity she gets.
Jennifer Toscano
Jennifer Toscano is a writer who lives in Connecticut with her two daughters and husband. She reaches people from all around the world daily through her blog, A Heart Full of Hope. She is a contributing writer for Her View From Home, The Faithful Woman and Calla Press Publishing.
She has seen God radically transform her life and her greatest joy is to walk with others in His great love.
Email: aheartfullofhope1@gmail.com
She has seen God radically transform her life and her greatest joy is to walk with others in His great love.
Email: aheartfullofhope1@gmail.com
Joyce Watterman
Joyce E. Watterman was born, raised and educated in Jersey City. She graduated from William L. Dickinson High School and worked at the former Family Health Center for over 13 years. Joyce is married over 40 years and the mother of three and a loving grandmother.
Joyce attended Somerset Christian College with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Organizational Leadership and Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies. She then went on to obtain her Master of Arts Degree in Ministry Leadership from Pillar College. Joyce is the founder of the H.O.P.E Summer program for children which presented a safe, caring and educational environment. She is the founder of Women Working Together for change; a program which empowers women, physically, emotionally, economically and politically. Joyce has been a volunteer Chaplin for over 30 years at Eastern State Prison and 8 years at Clinton State Prison.
Joyce and her husband are the founders and Pastors of Continuous Flow Christian Center, where they bring life changing words of strength for today and hope for tomorrow.
Joyce currently serves as the first African-American woman Council President for the City of Jersey City. She serves as a Planning Commissioner, Chairs the Disable Parking committee, serves as a member of the Affordable Housing Trust Funds, the Budget Committee, Dissolution of Parking Authority, the Exchange Place SID, Chairs the Street Naming and Re-naming committee, Chaplin for the Hudson County Sheriff’s Department, member of NAACP, Co-Chairperson of the Inclusionary Zoning Committee and Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Board, she is the former President of the Women Political Caucus of Hudson County, and oversees the Ad Hoc Committee to review the Jersey City Police Department’s policies and procedures on enforcement and discrimination. Council President Watterman also created an Ordinance, establishing the Women’s Advisory Board of Jersey City.
Joyce attended Somerset Christian College with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Organizational Leadership and Associate of Arts in Biblical Studies. She then went on to obtain her Master of Arts Degree in Ministry Leadership from Pillar College. Joyce is the founder of the H.O.P.E Summer program for children which presented a safe, caring and educational environment. She is the founder of Women Working Together for change; a program which empowers women, physically, emotionally, economically and politically. Joyce has been a volunteer Chaplin for over 30 years at Eastern State Prison and 8 years at Clinton State Prison.
Joyce and her husband are the founders and Pastors of Continuous Flow Christian Center, where they bring life changing words of strength for today and hope for tomorrow.
Joyce currently serves as the first African-American woman Council President for the City of Jersey City. She serves as a Planning Commissioner, Chairs the Disable Parking committee, serves as a member of the Affordable Housing Trust Funds, the Budget Committee, Dissolution of Parking Authority, the Exchange Place SID, Chairs the Street Naming and Re-naming committee, Chaplin for the Hudson County Sheriff’s Department, member of NAACP, Co-Chairperson of the Inclusionary Zoning Committee and Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Board, she is the former President of the Women Political Caucus of Hudson County, and oversees the Ad Hoc Committee to review the Jersey City Police Department’s policies and procedures on enforcement and discrimination. Council President Watterman also created an Ordinance, establishing the Women’s Advisory Board of Jersey City.
Linnette Pilar
Linnette Pilar is a worship leader and faithful member of the Brooklyn Tabernacle. She currently serves at her church as the Assistant Director of the Exchange Women’s Ministry and has also served with the Sanctus NYC young adult ministry.
She is a graduate of Alliance Theological Seminary with a Master’s in Urban Ministry and has a bachelor’s in Classical Vocal Performance from New York University. She has a heart and passion to see the Bride of Christ walk in her purpose and calling.
She is a graduate of Alliance Theological Seminary with a Master’s in Urban Ministry and has a bachelor’s in Classical Vocal Performance from New York University. She has a heart and passion to see the Bride of Christ walk in her purpose and calling.
Liz Thomforde
Liz earned her BA in Geology from The College of Wooster, where she was an All-American diver and inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2016. She earned a Master's degree in Secondary Science Education from The University of Virginia. Liz worked as a middle school science teacher for six years before taking time off to be at home with her children. She joined Christian Union in 2016.
Liz is married to Jim. They have two children, JT and Ella. In her free time, Liz enjoys the outdoors, hiking, cooking, dance, music, reading, and watching JT and Ella play golf and lacrosse.
Liz is married to Jim. They have two children, JT and Ella. In her free time, Liz enjoys the outdoors, hiking, cooking, dance, music, reading, and watching JT and Ella play golf and lacrosse.
Marie Lawson
Marie Lawson is the founder of Prepared Approach Christian Counseling Practice in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey.
Prior to becoming a Christian Counselor, Marie worked in the corporate world serving Fortune 100 companies for more than 15 years.
She was also the owner of Wellsprings, a business consulting company. On recognizing her call to Christian Counseling, Marie obtained her license to serve others compassionately with an ear bent towards God for direction and wisdom on behalf of those needing guidance, clarification, or resolution.
In over ten years of counseling, she has seen the goodness of God in situations that have involved abuse, marriage, divorce, anxiety, and other serious matters where God’s wisdom, love, and healing were life changing. Marie is a Licensed Clinical Christian Counselor & Coach. She graduated from Liberty University with a master’s degree and she is a Pastoral Counselor with National Counselor Association, Sarasota, FL. She is a Presidential member with American Association of Christian Counselors, certified in the following: temperament, grief, suicide, marriage and family.
Marie is also the author of No More Anxiety. She is a conference speaker on women issues and prayer, an adjunct professor, and an intercessory prayer leader for over 5 years.
Prior to becoming a Christian Counselor, Marie worked in the corporate world serving Fortune 100 companies for more than 15 years.
She was also the owner of Wellsprings, a business consulting company. On recognizing her call to Christian Counseling, Marie obtained her license to serve others compassionately with an ear bent towards God for direction and wisdom on behalf of those needing guidance, clarification, or resolution.
In over ten years of counseling, she has seen the goodness of God in situations that have involved abuse, marriage, divorce, anxiety, and other serious matters where God’s wisdom, love, and healing were life changing. Marie is a Licensed Clinical Christian Counselor & Coach. She graduated from Liberty University with a master’s degree and she is a Pastoral Counselor with National Counselor Association, Sarasota, FL. She is a Presidential member with American Association of Christian Counselors, certified in the following: temperament, grief, suicide, marriage and family.
Marie is also the author of No More Anxiety. She is a conference speaker on women issues and prayer, an adjunct professor, and an intercessory prayer leader for over 5 years.
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