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Passionate. Edgy. Relatable. Powerful. Funny. These words describe Lisa Bevere—international speaker, best-selling author, and co-host of “The Messenger” television program, which broadcasts in more than 200 countries. In her transparent style, Lisa shares God’s Word woven with personal experiences to empower lives with freedom and transformation. Her heart breaks over social injustice, and as an advocate for change, she rallies others to be an answer to desperate problems near and far.
When she’s not out changing the world, Lisa begins her days with mochas and ends them laughing around the dinner table with family. She enjoys riding her Ninja motorcycle with the love of her life, husband John Bevere, and spending time with their four sons, stunning daughter-in-law, and adorable G-baby. Watch Video ›
Online chat dates: August 5th and August 25th.
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Pastor Paula White is a Life Coach, Motivational Speaker, Preacher, Author, Humanitarian, Philanthropist, Teacher, TV Personality and Mother. Beneath her unassuming beauty, lies a gentle and girlish charm. In talking with her it becomes apparent that she understands, she's been there, and she knows how to get out! Her story is one of tragedy and triumph, poverty and prosperity. She has been called a Phoenix, having risen up from the ashes of tumultuous early years to dedicate her life to pulling others out of their circumstances so that they can focus in on God's unique plan of destiny for their lives.
Today, Paula White is an inspiration to millions around the world who seek God's love. She hosts an international television program, spearheads humanitarian efforts worldwide, all while traveling the world fulfilling her mission and call to Transform Lives, Heal Hearts and Win Souls. Watch Video ›
Online chat dates: July 1, July 14, August 5 and August 26.
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Lady Bridget Hilliard (along with her husband Bishop I.V. Hilliard) co-founded the dynamic New Light Christian Center Church (“One Church, Multiple locations”) in North, East, West and South Houston; Beaumont and Austin, Texas. The opening of the West location culminates the vision and God’s mandate for a New Light Church facility in all four regions of the City of Houston. Their passion to take God’s Word to a hurting and lost generation has resulted in a current church membership of over 30,000 and counting. New Light Christian Center Church is not only recognized around the country as a Mega-Church, but in September 2007 it was honored as one of the Top 50 Most Influential Churches in America. Lady Bridget is the author of several relevant and thought provoking books that have truly enhanced each reader’s relationship and walk with God all over the country. Watch Video ›
Online chat dates: August 4.
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Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie serves as the 117th elected and consecrated bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Her historic election in the year 2000 represents the first time in the over 200-year history of the A.M.E. Church, in which a woman had obtained the level of Episcopal office. Later in 2004, she again made history by becoming the first woman to become the Titular Head of the denomination, as the president of the Council of Bishops. She served her one year term that made her the highest-ranking woman in the predominantly Black Methodist denomination.
Bishop McKenzie is honored to serve as the presiding prelate of the 13th Episcopal District which includes the State of Tennessee and Commonwealth of Kentucky. Her husband, Stan McKenzie serves as the Supervisor of Missions. Together, they have three children. Watch Video ›
Online chat dates:August 18 and August 26.
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Lisa Young, wife of Fellowship Church pastor Ed Young, communicates God’s Word with warmth and grace, inspiring others to pursue a more intimate relationship with Him. Her passion is to see herself and others embrace the joys of walking with Christ in every day experiences. Each month, Lisa hosts Flavour, a ministry designed specifically for women at Fellowship Church. Flavour was born out of Lisa’s desire to show women their true value and worth in God’s eyes and their potential to uniquely influence the world around them.
In addition to joining Ed on stage for special messages, Lisa is a gifted writer and has enjoyed co-authoring The Marriage Mirror and The Creative Marriage and has contributed to his books, Beauty Full and Kid CEO. In addition, she has written a cookbook, Body for God, which offers simple, ‘down-home’ recipes that are healthy, filled with flavor and easy to prepare for any culinary ‘expert.’ Her most recent book, Flavour Your Day, combines inspirational thoughts from Lisa with beautiful illustrations from nationally recognized artist, Olivia Bennett. Lisa has a degree in Early Childhood Education. She enjoys cooking, nutrition, fitness and spending time with Ed and their four children. Watch Video ›
Online chat dates: August 12.
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Evangelist Susie Owens serves alongside her husband in ministry as the Co-Pastor of Greater Mt. Calvary Holy Church, a progressive, inner-city church with an adult membership of more than 7,000. In her spare time, she enjoys the theater, reading and spending time with her two children, Alfred Thomas and Kristel Moneek and grandchildren - Nathan, Darian, Nicholas, and William. Watch Video ›
Online chat dates: August 11.
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Dee Jobe is Mark Jobe’s wife and long term partner in ministry. Dee grew up in Chicago and became a believer at an early age. Dee has a dynamic ministry in worship, coaching pastors' wives and overseeing multiple ministries. Dee and Mark met and married in their early 20’s after three years of dating. Dee has a contagious laugh, a deep concern for children and a love for God that is quickly evident. Watch Video ›
Online chat dates:August 19.
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