Pastor Tammy McNair
Ministry Events
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Registration Instructions
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RETREAT REGISTRATION COST - (NON-REFUNDABLE)
Registration Deadline: Friday, November 10
REGISTRATION CHECK-IN at 7:30PM – November 30 (Room 217 Convention Center)
For pick-up of Retreat Bag/Materials
OPENING SESSION AT 8:00PM (Room 217 Convention Center)
Friday, December 1, 2023
Opening with Praise and Worship at 9:30am (Room 217 Convention Center)
****** ALL MEALS ARE ON YOUR OWN / ATTIRE IS CASUAL ******
Room Cost - Hotel Options
Option 1:
Double Tree Hotel – Room Cost
(0.6 miles from Ocean City Convention Center)
$89 plus tax Thursday night
$104 plus tax Friday night
Book your room under “Sister Circle Room Block”
Room Reservation Deadline: Friday, October 31
Call 410-289-1234
Double Beds must be requested by all attendees
Option 2:
Holiday Inn Hotel – Room Cost
(1 ½ miles from Ocean City Convention City)
$59 plus tax Thursday night
$74 plus tax Friday night
Book your room under “Sister Circle Room Block”
Room Reservation Deadline: Friday, October 31
Call 410-524-1600
Double Beds must be requested by all attendees
For additional information visit www.SCMinistries04.com
or email Sistercircle2003@aol.com or Pea2601@gmail.com
See you in Ocean City!!!
Retreat Speakers Biography
Lady Christine Carmichael Foster
Speaker
Lady Christine Carmichael Foster was born in Aberdeen, Maryland and raised there by her loving parents Nicholas and Dolola Camichael. She began attending Gospel Tabernacle Church in Havre De Grace, MD at 4 weeks of age o and was a faithful member there for over 30 years. Her pastors were Bishop C.H. Johnson and Bishop Harry T. Lee, Sr.
She was baptized in Jesus’ name at an early age and later filled with the Holy Ghost at age 9. Her experience of being filled was somewhat like that of the great Shirley Caesar. She too lived a life of going to church and loved it so much that she and her sister Koren Carmichael Turner would often play church in their bedroom immediately after returning home. One day while playing church, her playing in the spirit turned into her being filled with the spirit of God. Her mother noticed that there was a change in her voice and immediately rushed to the bedroom where she found Christine speaking in unknown tongues as the Spirit of God gave utterance.
Lady Christine is well known for music ministry as a musician, singer, songwriter and being a promoter of the Gospel of Jesus Christ with Integrity. Lady Christine along side her husband have founded the Power of God TV Network in 2020. Lady Christine has traveled to various churches ministering in song and preaching the word of God from topics such as My Fight is Not With You, Dogs Don’t Bark at Parked Cars, The Crockpot, and The House of Pain to name of few. Lady Christine Carmichael Foster also assists her husband in running (3) churches which they pastor: Soul Saving Station, Souls that Endure and Soul Restoration Ministry. As you can see it’s always about the souls. Lady Christine was ordained an Evangelist in 2015 by her husband Bishop Wayne N. Foster, Sr.
Lady Christine has founded several ministries to encourage women. Women of Destiny, Life Matters, Woman to Woman and Sister’s Strengthening Sisters and there are more to come. Lady Christine believes in pushing others to their destiny. Her desire is to see souls saved and for women to love themselves and fulfill their God given destiny. Lady Christine is a Co-Author in a book entitle Kingdom Women where she wrote “Finding My Shego”. Lady Christine is an entrepreneur of many businesses, Virtual Services Manager, Licensed Realtor, Lady Christine Music Ministry, WC Property, POGB TV Network and a Certified Health Coach to name a few.
Lady Christine Carmichael Foster is married to a wonderful and supporting husband, Bishop Wayne Nathaniel Foster, Sr. She believes that his belief and support of her music is one of the primary reasons why her first CD was released she is currently working on her 3rd CD. She is the mother of 9 beautifully talented and anointed children: Ariel, Shanelle, Lauriel, Shaquan, Tyquan, Wayne, Jr., Jasmine, Andrew, and DeJah and 20+ grandchildren. She believes it is through their support of her over the years that she had made it through many tough times. However, because all things work together for the good of them who love the Lord…her music ministry was thus birthed. Through her pain, came her promise!
“Through many dangers toils and snares I have already come, but God has been with me through everyone."
Website: Ladychristine.info
Instagram: christinefostermusic
Minister-In-Training (MIT) Kim McLeod
Speaker
M.I.T Kim McLeod is an advocate for youth, women and community. She is the Founder and CEO of BELLA Inc (Beautifully Elevated To Live Life Abundantly). This God-Centered, nonprofit organization was established in 2012 to provide a safe space for women and youth to overcome life’s challenges. In light of the Pandemic, BELLA, Inc. launched “Sisterhood Vision” a virtual women’s group that focuses on weekly check ins, creating and reaching goals, “Teen Talk” a virtual teen led check in where youth discover the power of their voice and "Bella Hope Line” an anonymous phone line that provides hope, a listening ear, and connection to resources.
M.I.T. McLeod strives to expand the vision, potential and reach of individuals and families through workshops, events, support services and programs. She strongly believes in the power of prayer, the conquering effectiveness of love and the life changing power of the word of God.
Minister Asia Sapp
Speaker
Minister Asia Sapp, was born and raised in Passaic, New Jersey in a loving single parent home. She is the oldest of eight children and a mother to two wonderful children. She has a great passion for working with children. For over 10 years Min. Asia has been a teacher to children ages newborn to 17, some with intellectual developmental disabilities. In 2023 she opened her own childcare center Smiley Kidz Care. Her focus is to Introduce the love of Christ to families who do not know the importance of salvation.
As a teenager, she loved going to church and seeking God’s direction for her life, but it wasn’t until she was introduced to The Great Harvest Church in Paterson, New Jersey, where she accepted the Lord's calling. She became a member of The Great Harvest Church in September of 2016 under the leadership of Pastor Frankie and Maggie Ocasio. Currently She is a Worship Leader, minister and a member of the Leadership board at The Great Harvest.
She is the treasurer of the S.I.S.T.E.R.S. Women’s Ministry founded by Rev. Maggie Ocasio.
Minister Asia stands firm on the scripture Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” With this scripture directing her, she has taken up the charge to become fully equipped to serve the Lord and His people.
In May of 2021 she received an Associates in Chaplaincy and Pastoral care and was ordained a Minister and Chaplain by Crown of Justice Chaplaincy Ministry Corporation.
In June of 2023 she completed her 4th year of theological studies at Grace and Worship Institute graduating as valedictorian of her class.
Minister Asia loves to cook and fellowship with friends and family members. God has strengthened and provided for her and her children. She is faithful and forever grateful to the Lord vowing to never handle God's Grace and Mercy as a cloak of maliciousness and hinderance to the furtherance of the Gospel of Christ.
Minister-In-Training (MIT) Delvenia Fowlks
Speaker
Delvenia Fowlks loves the business and accounting world and believes in improving the lives of people. As the Founder of No Effort Accounting, which is more than an accounting service, Delvenia’s main goal is to take the effort of preparing and filing taxes, or creating a business and implementing it, off of you. She has taught on budgeting for churches, audited nonprofits, for profits, and government agencies, provided accounting and bookkeeping training and/or services to organizations and individuals, alike. When it comes to these things, she wants to make your life a little easier. No worry, no stress. 1st Peter 5:7 says “Cast all your cares upon HIM; for He careth for you.”
Having her MBA from the University of Baltimore, and over 20 years of experience in the industry, helps her to review the situation and come up with a solution. Understanding biblical principles of Business and Finance and applying them, can help you live life more abundantly. Her vision is to continue to partner with nonprofits to teach, help, encourage and inspire those to create and build wealth. To live life more abundantly. She knows that you can do great things! You will soar and your business will soar! She is a mother of 2 sons, nana to her granddaughter and mother in love to her daughter-in-law.
Elder Renee Laws
Prophetic Intercessory Prayer - Speaker
Elder Renee Denise Laws is a native of Baltimore, Maryland and the Founder of Helping Others Win (H.O.W.) Ministry, Inc. The purpose for the inception of H.O.W. is to equip God’s people to win physically and spiritually in love through life applications, biblical teachings, and the Spoken Word. The H.O.W. Ministry offers a holistic approach to help heal the mind, body, soul, and spirit of God’s people.
In 2007, Elder Renee Laws was ordained under the Leadership of Kingdom Center Ministries, Inc. where her gifts of Intercession and of Helps flourished. In 2008, Elder Renee with the guidance of the Holy Spirit established Pursue and Conquer Mentorship Program (PACMP) to mentor women around the world; helping them to excel to a greater level in God. In addition, she helps them to maximize their potential, know their self-worth, use their gifts and abilities to fulfill purpose, and teach them how to be strategic in every area of their life. She is extremely passionate about promoting positive thinking and excellence into the lives of women. She firmly believes that spiritual and natural growth are vital ingredients needed to aspire women to pursue and conquer their dreams to make a difference in their Kingdom walk.
In 2015, Elder Renee opened her first transitional house in West Baltimore for women and children and in 2016, she opened her second transitional house in Northeast Baltimore to provide a holistic approach for temporary housing to homeless women making insufficient wages and/or attempting to flee domestic violence. This is a faith-based referral program only. The length of stay ranges from a couple of weeks to a few years.
In 2018, Elder Renee under the leading of the Lord set into motion Lending a Helping Hand Up. In 2019, she began partnering with other non-profit organizations and multiple resource givers who donated their time, talent, and treasure to help men, women, and children to satisfy their basic human needs. Creating projects and activities to meet the back-to-school necessities for our children. We also offer transportation service for our seniors as well as supply them with personal care items. Lending a Helping Hand Up also aids with utilities, clothing, food, and toiletries.
In 2019, she received her certification in Bereavement Support from Roberta’s House located in Baltimore Maryland, which provides a safe place where children, teens and adults discover that they are not alone in their grief. In 2022, she received a Certificate of Recognition from Brandon Scott, Mayor for the City of Baltimore Maryland for her dedication and outstanding commitment to help provide a safe and healthy environment for our seniors at the Arlington Estates Co-op.
Elder Renee’s commitment to do excellence has been recognized by many women around the world. Since she takes pleasure in the family structure and spending time with her daughters, granddaughters, and Son in love. Her favorite scripture is Jeremiah 29:11, which states, “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord; plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” She is currently under the leadership covering of Apostle Dr. Trena Stephenson, Founder of Woman of God Ministries. Helping Others Win Ministry, Inc Website: www.reneedlaws.com/h-o-w-ministry Email: howministrybmore@gmail.com
Apostle Jenn Gatling
Prophetic Intercessory Prayer / Praise & Worship
Apostle Jennifer Butler-Gatling is an apostolic and prophetic voice who specializes in the art and science of intercession and worship. Located in the DC, MD, and VA areas, Jennifer is passionate about the will of God invading earth. At the tender age of eight, Jennifer accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior; however, at age 26, she encountered the Holy Spirit, illuminating her perspective regarding the Kingdom of God. Jennifer was ordained as a Prophetic Teacher in April 2013 at Radical Apostolic Power in Washington, DC, under the leadership of Apostle Antonio Briggs, which commenced her training in the apostolic and prophetic. In March 2014, Jennifer transitioned to RHEMA International Ministries and was fully trained and prepared in leadership by her senior leaders and spiritual parents, Chief Apostle Timothy, and Apostle Kimberly Weathers. At RHEMA International Ministries, Jennifer was privileged to build and lead RHEMA's intercessory team, First Response, and lead and equip its worship ministry. Jennifer and her husband, Darius, were honorably released from RHEMA in October 2021 to launch the vision Elohim planted in their hearts. Apostles Weathers affirmed Jennifer and Darius as apostles on May 29, 2022.
Jennifer is a passionate teacher with a heart for all the sons and daughters of Elohim to carry the Kingdom Cause with power and authority. Apostle Jenn co-founded Incense and Arrows Intercessory Ministry (I. A.I.M.) alongside her husband in September 2022. I. A.I.M. is an intercessory-focused ministry designed to train and equip believers in prophetic worship and intercession. Through I. A.I.M., Apostle Jenn released her first intercessory intensive and accompanying manual called Praying from the High Place on November 16, 2022. Her heart reflects Habakkuk 2:14 - to see "the knowledge of the glory of God cover the earth as the waters cover the seas." She has devoted herself to being a lifelong learner of the ways and heart of God, the reverential fear of the Lord, and being a meeting place for the Will of God to manifest on earth.
Website: incenseandarrows.org
Email: incenseandarrows.iaim@gmail.com Phone: (240) 501-6248
FB: https://www.facebook.com/IncenseandArrowsIntercessoryMinistry IG:@incense.arrows
Apostle Trena Stephenson
Speaker
Apostle Trena Stephenson is a woman of Excellency, Inspiration, and Compassion. She believes in empowering others by speaking truth that comes from the unadulterated Word of God. Born and reared in the church, the Lord entered and influenced her life early, under the ministry of her parents, Pastor (Chaplain) Charles Jackson and First Lady Nina Jackson. Trena answered the call of ministry in 1993, which was followed by many years of servitude in ministry. She was later ordained as a Prophetess at Radical Apostolic Power International Ministries, under the leadership of Senior Pastor Apostle Antonio Briggs.
Apostle Stephenson was ordained as an Elder through Bible-way Churches of America Worldwide, under the Presiding Prelate and Chief Apostle Cornelius Showell. And in December 2010, Apostle Stephenson was elevated to the office of Overseer of Woman of God, Inc. After hearing the call of God and being found suitable for a greater responsibility, Apostle Stephenson accepted the appointment to serve God's people as an Apostle in the Lord's Church. And in October 2013, she was affirmed and Consecrated by the hand of Chief Apostle Dr. William Billups and Manifest Kingdom Global College of Bishops and Apostles to the position and vocation of Apostle of Protocol and Northern Region Prelate where she served faithfully for 2 years.
In May 2019, under the leading of the Lord, Apostle Stephenson united with Dominion’s Prophetic & Apostolic Coalition Transcontinental effectually know as D’Pact , under the leadership of Apostle Dr. Yolanda Powell and Pastor William Powell. Apostle Stephenson serves as a mentor to diverse groups of women from various denominations and backgrounds. She also serves as Founder and Presiding Prelate of Bridge of Hope Deliverance Ministries & Fellowship of Churches, which currently provides oversight to several ministries nationally/internationally.
Apostle Stephenson has been afforded many ministry opportunities/speaking engagements to travel throughout the United States, as well as overseas, in locations such as: Africa, Poland, Paris, Israel Jamaica and various cities in Germany.
Another component to the ministry of Apostle Stephenson is the radio/television broadcasting and programming. She has been featured as a special guest on these broadcasts: “The Wenda Royster Show,” a radio broadcast of Radio One; Rejoice TV Network; TBN (Trinity Broadcasting Network), and Preach the Word Network. Not only has Apostle Stephenson been interviewed on shows, she has been the interviewer. In April 2008, Apostle Stephenson became the Executive Producer and Creative Director for Daughters of Distinction TV, which housed two shows; Daughters of Distinction Live and Let’s Talk, whose last air date was in 2016. Both shows previously aired on Rejoice TV Network in MD and DC. On May 7, 2011, Apostle Stephenson launched “The Fullness of God” Radio Broadcast airing live across the globe via Daily Living Network. The network, along with Roku and The Dish World TV Networks has partnered to produce “insightful and life-edifying” programs such as: “The Fullness of God” broadcast, as well as, Daughters of Distinction’s “Let’s Talk” and so much more. Both mentioned broadcasts are not currently airing, due to the focal point being The Bridge Alliance that was started in 2016. However, plans for the relaunching of both broadcasts are in the making for the near future.
Apostle Stephenson’s unconventional ways to relate and touch God’s children in all walks of life has been what makes her ministry unique. This can be seen by Apostle Stephenson’s mounting passion and expertise for writing and helping others. As a result, Daughters of Distinction (DOD) LLC, was birthed in 2008. And in 2010, under the DOD umbrella, Apostle Stephenson launched Soar Magazine, an online publication to empower and encourage the people God. This has been yet another publishing ministry that Apostle Stephenson has been able to share with others, as well as, her platform to highlight other ministry leaders, writers, psalmists, artists and authors for the edifying of His Kingdom. She has authored and compiled several books and has produced a number of titles under the book publishing component of DOD. Some of the book titles include, “My Secret Place”, “Seven Ingredients To An Effective Prayer Life”, “And He Still Hears”, just to name a few. She also birthed “The Fullness of God” Book Series, the four-installment series released over the course of the year in 2011, in which, a number of anointed and appointed coauthors penned powerful and prolific writings. And since that time, a number of additional titles and books series have been published in the year 2012.
Apostle Stephenson has many spiritual children who love and respect her; however she has also been blessed by God to be a wonderful mother to her daughter, Trea Stephenson and grandmother of one. Her love for the Lord is demonstrated by the lives she touches in her church home, community and throughout the world.
Lastly, to find out more information about the ministry, media and/or messages from this powerful woman of God please visit these websites: www.wofgod.org, www.dofdllc.com, http;//bridgeinternationalmissions.org, http://www.blingbyapostlet.com and www.dailylivingnetwork.net
Prophetess Karen Powell
Speaker
“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your father which is in heaven…” ST. Matthew 5:16
Prophet Karen Y. Powell has a love for God and his people. At the tender age of twelve, she was serving her peers, doing whatever she could to help them. Her peers liken her to a mother figure because of her nurturing spirit.
Prophet Powell received her education from Parochial and Public Schools along with taking some courses at Sojourner Douglas College and receiving her bachelor’s degree in Biblical Studies from North Carolina school of Theology.
Prophet Powell accepted her call to Ministry in 1996, where she later preached her initial sermon on February 9, 1998.
Prophet Karen Powell is the director of One Touch Mime Ministry Teaching several churches throughout the Baltimore –Washington metropolitan area the art and the skills to Miming.
She Is the visionary of One Touch Ministries Inc. Showing love and filling the great commission for which she has been called and chosen! She walks in the office of the Prophetic and will only speak what saith the Lord! She is a bold soldier and a demon slayer!
She has One son, 5 grandsons and one granddaughter.
~ BIO's will be posted soon ~
Pastor Kimberly Blackman
Speaker
Prophetess Maria Mobley
Speaker
Minister Melissa Smith
Prophetic Liturgical Dance
Minister-in-Training (MIT) Trea Neal
Prophetic Liturgical Dance
MIT Trea Neal began spiritual dancing at the age of 12 years old in a group for 2 years then began to dance by herself ever since. Her relationship with God has led her too many praise dances and worship sessions all over the Eastern States of America. She has ministered in dance on several occasions for Annual Sister Circle Retreats in Ocean City Maryland under the leadership of Overseer Tammy McNair.
Now she is training to become a minister under the leadership her mother Apostle Dr. Trena Stephenson as she has a heart for the youth and spreading her story of healing and restoration through the Gospel of Jesus Christ our Savior.
Lady Koren Carmichael Turner
Worship Leader
Koren Carmichael Turner was born and raised in Aberdeen, MD, to a loving, very close-knit family. She has traveled the world worshiping God through song, and has been assigned the title of Chief International Worshiper. She has traveled internationally to Johannesburg, South Africa, Nairobi, Kenya, and Paris, France, worshiping God through song. She has been characterized as a conduit for the glory of God. She does not take lightly her responsibility to set the atmosphere so the presence of God can reign freely. She has been featured as the lead worshiper on several CD’s, the latest being “Reach” with Darrell Walton, Jr. and Our Measure of Grace (O.M.G.) God has been opening many doors for her to worship through song, and speak the word of God to the women of God, and she is very passionate about helping women to let go of the past, so they can build their present. Lady Koren believes that worship unlocks the miracles of God!
Koren believes that we should build ourselves up spiritually as well as naturally. She is a huge advocate for education, and has obtained her Master of Science in Accountancy degree from the University of Phoenix. She encourages everyone to continue to learn. It is her daily prayer that God would continually give her wisdom, knowledge, and understanding in all things, both spiritually and naturally.
Professionally, Koren is a Subcontracts Administrator, Sr for Leidos, formally known as Lockheed Martin. She has enjoyed being a Realtor, and a Ruby Director with Traci Lynn Jewelry. She strives every day to be a Proverbs 31 woman, and believes that we all should have multiple streams of income. She shall be like a tree, planted by the rivers of water; one tree with multiple streams of income! Her husband and her children call her blessed. Koren is the proud mother of a beautiful daughter Harmony LaShae Welsh. On October 5, 2008, she happily married Dr. L. LaMont Turner, Pastor of Zion Temple Church, Inc., and through this union she gained a wonderful son, Lael Turner. She is really enjoying being a First Lady, wife, and mother of two young adults, and truly loves her extended Zion Temple Church family. Life is beautiful!