Show Yourself Friendly
A Proverbs 18:24 Retreat
Speakers & Presenters
Patrice Turner...
at 39 has had a very diverse life. Having been raised in Islam, she has always had a prayerful Christian influence through her maternal grandparents. It was partly this influence that brought her to Christ over ten years ago. Rev Turner is an Ordained Minister of the Church of God, Anderson and currently serves First Church of God in Gary, IN. In the spring of 2009 she will launch The Grace Place, a new church in Dolton, IL. Patrice resides in
Talayah Stovall...
is a member of Vernon Park Chuch of God in Chicago. An author and motivational speaker, she is committed to helping men and women embrace their God-given gifts and natural abilities toincrease their life satisfaction. She will help you improve your personal power and move forward in the direction of your dreams. Talayah is proud to announce the release of Crossing The Threshold: Opening Your Door To Successful Relationship, a book that highlights how becoming you best self will automatically draw to you the relationships you seek. Her eBook, 150 Important QUestion You Should Ask Before Saying "I Do" encourages you to ask yourself and porspective dating partners the difficult questions that will give you insight into your values and qualities as well as theirs BEFORE you make a lifelong committment. Learn more at www.talayahstovall.com.
Jewel D. Williams...
is a member of Langley Avenue Church of God in Chicago. Jewel is active in the worship service, writes poems and produces plays for the church. In 2007, the Lord gave Jewel a screenplay for her first movie “Seeking Home.” Jewel also produces a daily word, entitled “Words of Encouragement.” Jewel’s first book, Fearfully and Wonderfully Made, a devotional for teenage girls, went on sale January 2008 and her second book, Broken China Makes a Beautiful Mosaic, is ready for print. Jewel preaches wherever the Lord says, “GO”, and says her first ministry, as wife and mother are her greatest joys. Jewel has been married to James for 26 years and they have three girls, Joselyn, Jamie and Jacqueline. “If I had to describe myself, I would say that I am a child of God. God deemed me worthy to be a part of his mission. It is not because of anything I do, but it is all about being yielded to His will
Julie Austin...
was born and raised in Indiana. She and her family have lived in Dolton, IL since 1998. She has been a registered nurse for 18 yrs and has had 6 yrs experience as a Nurse Practitioner. She is currently employed part time at the Family Christian Health Center in Harvey, IL where she helps to care for the physical and spiritual needs of the medically underserved. She is married to Rev. Jerry Austin who serves as the full time associate minister of Covenant Faith Church of God in Chicago under the leadership of Rev. Dr. E. Raymond Chin. Jerry and Julie have 2 children through adoption—Selena and Aaron. Julie has served in many ministry positions throughout her life. She has taught women's Bible Studies and has had several years experience working with children and youth in the Dolton area. She is currently the leader of the Medical Ministry Health team at Covenant Faith Church.
Arnetta Salazar...
accepted her call into the ministry of Jesus Christ as an Evangelist in January 1993. With an untiring spirit that is committed to Christ, she prepares disciples and spiritual warfare warriors for the Lord’s army, teaching them His life, His principles, His ministry, and His Victory! Apostle Salazar is the proud mother of two sons and one daughter in-law. The sole survivor of a family of four, her wilderness experience included a momentary loss of life in a tragic car wreck. Surrendering her entire life to Christ she was restored to this life with the opportunity to serve Him completely. Soon afterwards, she lost everything she possessed in this world, with the exception of her two sons. Abandoned by her spouse, left homeless to raise them alone, she became a conqueror in Christ and a powerful voice for the Lord. She is a Lyricist, Poet, Vocalist, uprising Author, and she’s trusting God to expand her as an Entrepreneur. Her hobbies include music, singing, reading, and swimming. Her greatest hobby is her quiet and meditative time with God and being in the presence of the Lord with the Saints of God!
Carolyn Vessel...
considers herself blessed & highly favored in the Kingdom and spoiled by The Father. She possesses many creative gifts, talents and abilities that she uses to edify the body of Christ. She is a much sought after speaker and the founder of Co-Labourers With Christ, a twenty-two year old ministry carved out of the heart of God, to evangelize the lost, unite Christ's body and provide extensive ministry in the context of the family. Through CLWC Pastor Vessel has established a children's residential ministry center in Nyahururu, Kenya, East Africa. Her purpose on earth is to employ and deploy people in ministry; the most important ministry being the family, with an emphasis on CHILDREN!
Melissa Jansen...
travels all over the United States (and beyond) speaking in her fresh, relevant and Biblically sound style. God is using her in exciting ways. Melissa's third book, Walking With God...with toilet paper stuck to my shoe, was released in 2006 to great reviews. She is currently working on new book projects. Melissa is married to Paul and the have three children - Adam, Ryan and Madison - who are active in sports school and annoying each other. Melissa motivates, inspires and teaches in a way that will leave a lasting impact on you.