Announcements
SCHEDULE - The schedule is provided on the program card given to you at registration.
SEATING - If you are here for the first session, you can save your seats for the entire event.
KWI MERCH & BOOK TABLES - Kingdom Women's merchandise sells out, so get your T-Shirts, Hoodies, and Hats today. Also, check out the books from our speakers at the book table located near registration.
OFFERING - This year Kingdom Women is partnering with one of our speakers, Ruth Fernandez, by purchasing her book, "Prosperity Is Not Luck, It's Your Birthright" for each attendee. Every time this book is purchased, all proceeds go directly towards the rescuing of women and children from human trafficking and slavery in several key countries around the globe. Your giving today will provide for the purchasing of this powerful book that we wanted each of you to have while also contributing to the ongoing resources needed for over 3,000 women and children who have already been rescued.
Please make checks payable to MISSION SUPPORT NETWORK. You can also give through debit or credit cards using PayPal, Venmo @msnministries (see QRCode in the program), or use the envelope in the back seat pocket of your chair. All donations are tax-deductible.
RAFFLE - We have five raffle bundles at our conference this year with different themes to encourage and inspire you to LEVEL UP as part of this year's giving back event! Each one of you will receive one raffle ticket at registration that you can use to enter our raffle bundles. We will be selling raffle tickets at our book table if you would like to purchase more and win some amazing gifts. Each ticket will be $5.00 with a discount offered when you purchase 10 or more at a time.
PHOTOS - It's always fun to have photos and share memories with friends. Get your pictures in front of the Kingdom Women photo wall. We would love to see your pictures too, so hashtag #kingdomwomenintl or #kwilevelup2022
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EVENT VOLUNTEERS - All the people you see working around you today are volunteers, including our speakers and worship team. Be sure to thank them all for all they have done to make this event possible. We would also like to thank our host church, Heritage Christian Fellowship, for providing such a
beautiful space. We especially want to Thank You for dedicating your weekend away from your family to be with us today!
BAPTISM - Baptism is the outward act that symbolizes the inward decision to receive Jesus Christ as our savior. For those who believe that His sacrifice is the only way, we can be reconciled to God. The purpose of baptism is to give a visual testimony of our commitment to Christ. Under the water is the believer's old life. The believer's new, fresh, purposeful life is out of the water, made clean by Jesus's sacrifice. Baptism is also like a wedding ring. We put on a wedding ring as a symbol of our commitment and devotion.
In the same way, baptism is a picture of our commitment to Christ. More than just a symbolic act, we believe baptism is also supernatural. Something extraordinary happens when people get baptized. God always intimately meets them, and a holy exchange occurs. If you feel the Lord nudging you to get baptized, do it! Jesus didn't just baptize with water but also with the power of the Holy Spirit. So if you decide to get Baptized or signed up, go to the baptism table.
KINGDOM WOMEN - We know that women leaders desire to make a Kingdom impact in their sphere of influence. The problem is that many feel isolated and ill-equipped for what God has called them to do. We believe no one should walk this Journey alone. Kingdom Women International has spent over 25 years empowering women to walk in their identity and purpose as leaders in the marketplace and ministry. Our goal is to provide training and resources and a vibrant community of women so you can courageously lead in your sphere of influence.
We do this through 1) Leadership Development, 2) Discipleship & 3) Events
THE JOURNEY - Have you ever wanted to make disciples but didn't know where to start? As a follower of Jesus, we know you want to make disciples. Sometimes it can feel overwhelming to lead a group and know where to begin. We understand how you feel, so we developed three nine-month Journeys to provide a life-giving environment for women to safely relate to one another, hear God's voice and cultivate a lifestyle of discipleship. Kingdom Women takes you through every step of how to lead a group and become a disciple-making influencer. We combine a unique discipleship experience with leadership development. We call it "The Journey." It is written to give you and church leaders everything they need to take women on an encounter with the living God. Of course, diving into the Bible daily is part of the Journey, but it's more than a bible study; it's a lifestyle. We have one goal in mind, transformation and multiplication. Find out more at the Journey table near the registration.
Testing Words of Encouragement
Scripture tells us we are His sheep and can hear His voice. (John 10:4) Today, we are gathered to encounter God and His voice. We understand that the primary way He speaks is through His Word. However, He is God and can speak any way He wants. As we read the Scriptures, we discover He speaks in many different ways. Today you may receive a "Word of Encouragement" from someone else.
Some women today are operating in the spiritual gift of prophecy as outlined in 1 Corinthians 14:31. This is a beautiful gift given to the body of Christ to build up and encourage one another. However, Scripture is clear, regardless of whether someone feels they have heard from God, it is always our responsibility to judge prophecy and test every word (I Cor. 14:9, I John 4:1, 1 Thess. 5:19-20). Scripture also tells us that we speak what God is saying to us by faith (Rom. 12:6) and that we prophesy in part (1 Cor. 13:9), more
reasons why we should test every prophetic word spoken to us.
If you receive a prophetic word of encouragement today, here are some guidelines that will help you test that word.
1. Does the prophetic word contradict Scripture? Scripture is the final authority, and anything that contradicts Scripture must be rejected. (2 Tim 3:16-17).
2. Does the prophecy uplift Jesus or somebody else? (Rev 19:10)
3. Prophecy should draw you closer to the Lord, not the one giving prophecy.
4. Look for the inner witness of the Holy Spirit to your spirit. Also, look for a witness of His peace with the word given (Col 3:15, I Jn 2:20, John 16:13).
5. Did the prophetic word come to pass? (Deut.18:21-22) If it did not come to pass, it might not be from God.
6. Pray your prophetic word through. Take the word back to the Lord and discuss it with Him. Ask Him to show you if there are any conditions He wants you to meet, any changes He wants you to make in your life or thinking. Ask Him to show you if any parts of the word are not from Him and confirm the details. (Dan 10:12)
7. Compare the word against other things God has spoken into your life through prior prophecies, personal devotions, pastoral counsel, etc.
8. If you feel the word causes alarm/fear/discomfort, run it by your pastor or a leader from your church.
9. Do NOT act on any predictive, directive, or calling/gifting definition words unless you get confirmation from other sources. If this is a word from God, He will be happy to confirm it to you. We encourage you to get an independent witness and counsel as well. (Deut. 19:15, Matt 18:16,2 Cor. 13:1, 1 Tim 5:19)
10. Do not "read into" a word, what you want it to say. Pray into a word. Write it down and pray. Some words unfold over time and the Lord's timing is not always our timing.
Worship Bios
LINDY COFER
Singer, Songwriter, Speaker & Leader
Lindy Cofer is a powerful prophetic voice within the Church. She is a part of the missions organization, YWAM (Youth With A Mission) Circuit Riders, located in Huntington Beach, California as a worship leader, and singer‐songwriter. Lindy and her team are passionate about seeing people, cities, and nations transformed and seeing a generation mobilized to fulfill the call of God on their lives. Lindy’s debut album “Every Nation” was released in 2016, followed by “Driven By Love” in 2019. Lindy’s newest project, a release of 3 live EP ’s are declarations of whole‐hearted worship and the sound of GO. Lindy has a passion for foster care, adoption and advocacy for vulnerable children. Lindy and her husband Chase believe the Church is rising to be the solution for vulnerable children in America and across the world. Find out more at www.lindycofer.com
CIRCUIT RIDER MUSIC
Singer, Songwriter, Speaker & Leader
Circuit Rider Music is the musical expression of the Circuit Riders, a grassroots movement and missional community- based in Huntington Beach, California. We are a collective of artists, musicians, and producers who are all full-time missionaries focused on raising up a Jesus sound for a whole generation. Jesus People was our first collaborative record. We are now releasing music through Greenhouse Prayer Room, Black Voices, Riders, Lindy Cofer and more to come collaboratively. Find out more at www.lindycofer.com
Speakers Bio
JOANNE MOODY - Speaker, Author, & Founder
Reverend Joanne Moody is an ordained minister through the Apostolic Network of Global Awakening, Master Equipper through the Christian Healing Certification Program of Global Awakening, Christian Life Coach through Western Seminary’s Coaching Program, and is certified through the International Coaching Federation. She leads healing teams, teaches, speaks, trains, and equips leaders and laypeople nationally and internationally in all types of ministry venues. Joanne has completed her first book, Minute by Minute, on living life through adversity which covers her near-death experience and the miraculous healing of 14 years of debilitating nerve pain. Joanne lives in Rocklin, California, is happily married to Mike, and loves being a mom to her son, Kian. she is the founder of Agape Freedom Fighters.
JESSI GREEN - Revivalist, Speaker, Author, Pastor & Founder
Jessi Green is a revivalist, full-time missionary, Director of Saturate Global, and Co-Lead Pastor of Salt Churches alongside her husband Parker. She is passionate about reaching those that don’t know Jesus and equipping The Church to make disciples and preach the Gospel. She believes that everyone is qualified to share the Good News and teach others to follow Jesus. While enjoying the sun in California with her two sons David and Ethan and daughter Summer, she passionately speaks about what it means to follow a Jesus that is ALIVE and wants to transform cities and YOUR LIFE!
CHRIS BLUE - Speaker & Pastor
Originally from Nashville, Tennessee, Chris moved to CA to pursue a career in the dance & film industry. She was an LA Laker Girl, cheering for Magic Johnson in the early '90s, and also had small roles in Grand Canyon, Forget Paris, and Forrest Gump, before graduating from USC with a degree in Physiology. At the age of 22, riddled with rebellion and insecurity, she heard a message about a God who loved her unconditionally, and she threw her heart to Jesus like a hot potato and never looked back! She and her husband, John, a former NHL goalie, now live with their five children in Costa Mesa, where they pastor Pacific Point Church. With toddlers and teens under the same roof, there is plenty of wild & wonderful to write about, and Chris shares their crazy adventures daily on Instagram @chris_blue. The Blue Crew mantra is “love hard & fight hard,” and their story tells of the sweetest growth coming from the most difficult moments. Having spent the last 24 years of ministry on the frontlines of church planting and community service, Chris' heart is revival-ready for what God is doing in this new season! Chris is passionate about the messages of identity and calling, regularly creating space for women, who have indeed been born for such a time as this. Each’s a unique set of gifts and leadership is vital for kingdom building in this hour. Chris' favorite things are Bible study, beach days and Broncos; flea markets, Anthropologie, and hip hop; running after her 5-year-old grandson and currently, birthing a book on finding honey in the hard.
RUTH FERNANDEZ - Entrepreneur & Author
Ruth is the author of a new book, “Prosperity Is Not Luck, It's Your Birthright.” Many Christians today still embrace poverty mentalities and world financial methods God never intended for us to have. Understanding Abraham's covenant God made to him, is understanding the promises that come with that both spiritually and financially. Ruth explains all this and takes you through a series of prayers that are sure to set you free. She is the founder and CEO of X5 Naturals and serves as the Vice President of 1031 Crowdfunding. She is also a Consultant for various business, helping to launch and guide entrepreneurs from small startups to established companies. Find out more at www.x5naturals.com
ERIN FUNK - Speaker & Pastor
Erin Funk is a mom, wife, daughter, and friend. She is the Sr. Pastor of Just BE Church. She and her husband have invested much of their lives ministering to the next generation, contending to see revival birthed in their city and leading a generation that pursues greater depths of intimacy with the Holy Spirit. Erin travels extensively bringing a NOW word to the church, calling people into their true identities and destinies. She is a gifted speaker that releases the supernatural and prophetic in her meetings. She loves to encourage, inspire and equip the body of Christ to walk in the fullness of all God has for them. Erin has been married to Mr. Incredible (Todd) for 27 years. They have 4 boys, 1 daughter-in-love, and a black lab named Mavic. She enjoys being in her garden tending the beehives and chickens. She lives in Orange County, CA., where her door is always open–usually with a fresh breeze and laughter blowing through.
DENISE GITSHAM JONES - Attorney, Political Commentator, Speaker & Author
Denise was born at Travis Air Force Base in Northern California, to a Chinese mother and a Canadian father. As the daughter of immigrants and a lover of God, her life is marked by gratitude and a commitment to public service. A graduate of the Georgetown University Law Center and Bowdoin College, Denise has worked at the highest levels of the federal government, from the White House to the US Senate, as well as in law firms, for startups, and most recently in politics, as a candidate for Congress. Today, she has her own public affairs consulting firm, serves on numerous boards, is an Ironman triathlete, and the proud wife of a brilliant federal prosecutor. Find out more at https://www.denisegitshamjones.com
MEGHAN ROBINSON - Pastor, Speaker & Author
Meghan Robinson is a dynamic and authentic communicator with Texas roots and a California heart! Meghan and her husband Carey pastor The Movement Church in Orange County California! They have been in ministry for the past 21 years as youth pastors, associate pastors, and now senior pastors. Affectionately known on social media as “divapastor” she promises she’s not really a diva! Meghan is a wife, mom to two beautiful girls, church planter, pastor, friend, author of the “Hey Babe” devotional, and big dreamer! Her greatest passion is helping women identify the God dream inside of them and awaken to their greater purpose! She challenges women to recognize the multi-faceted roles they have been given and step into the fullness of God’s plan for their lives!
MONICA IDANO - CEO & Philanthropist
Monica is an inspirational speaker, CEO, and philanthropist helping people create a future that is more meaningful than their past. She inspires people from all walks of life, from the professional and business owner to the family that is trying to put their lives back together again, to the deprived children throughout the world through her nonprofit Esther 4:14 Project. She also uses spiritual principles and real-life stories to help others overcome the obstacles that are holding them back turning their pain into a powerful platform to help themselves and others. She often meets with high-profile leaders in various industries to bring effective change. She lives with passion, purpose, and pleasure; Passion for God’s teachings and for excellence in everything she did, a life with a purpose to serve God and those around her, and finding pleasure in all the blessings and opportunities around her. After being married to the love of her life, Gabriel, she found herself alone. Her beloved husband passed unexpectedly after ten years of being together. Yet she saw how her faith and guiding principles gave her the strength to heal and move forward to create a better world for others and her son, Dominic.
HEATHER FERRANTE - Speaker, Minister & Leader
Heather is a passionate Kingdom Wife, mom, minister, and beauty influencer who has worn many hats through the years. She and her husband started out in vocational ministry over 24 years ago serving as youth pastors and less than a year later found themselves as the senior leaders of a church in their early 20’s. Heather has had many roles within the church such as worship leader/creative arts director, community outreach, & children’s ministry director giving her a well-rounded perspective on life and church ministry. She is also an author and has served as a creative consultant and community development manager for non-profits, schools, and businesses both locally and globally. She co-founded Emerging Prophets with her husband Keith and is currently working in the beauty industry as a hair extension & color specialist in Newport Beach, CA. She is the founder of Truth, Lies, & Lattes, a Facebook community for women where they can grow in their personal relationship with God, discover their inner and outer beauty, and overcome the lies they’ve believed to be true about themselves. Her greatest joy is spending time in God’s presence, hanging out with her family, traveling, and championing others to live and love on purpose.
JULIA DEDMON - Speaker, Worship Leader & Real Estate Agent
Julia is ordained through Iris Global and Bethel Church and has enjoyed ministering together in over 35 nations since 2006. They enjoy speaking, demonstrating the healing power of God, and activating the church to step into its full potential. Julia has served as a worship pastor for young adults and youth. She loves leading worship, prophesying, and releasing prayer for healing. Julia has the heart to see the Church operate in the fullness of abundance seeing love, miracles, and healing displayed in the corporate body of Christ. She along with her husband Chad currently lead Encountering Jesus Ministries and Catch the Wave, which focuses primarily on equipping the church. Julia has been married for over 15 years is also a real estate agent and lives in Redding, California. They have 2 beautiful children Brielle and David.
JENNIFER ADNAMS - Teacher, Pastor, Speaker & Author
Jennifer "Jif" is a shepherding pastor, teacher, and author with a heart for intimacy with the Lord. She longs to see everyone walk rooted in the love of Christ, grounded in their identity as children of God, and living in God's plans and purposes. She has a deep foundation in the Word of God and loves to see others grow in the same. She is devoted to hearing the voice of God and seeing His kingdom ushered in everywhere. Previously, she has served in women's ministry at various churches and has led small groups in Community Bible Study for several years. Under the mentorship of pioneers Doug Fields and Jim Burns, she was a youth and children's ministry leader for years. She, along with her husband, served on the board of New Harvest Community Church. She currently serves as the Core Team Leader for Kingdom Women International, championing The Journey - our 9-month curriculum and leadership training. She has the heart to bring women together to grow in intimacy, identity, and purpose and see churches raise an army of women for the Lord. She was a guest writer for Journey Into Identity and was a co-author for Journey Into Purpose. Jif is a credentialed teacher and has been in education for over 25 years. She currently works as a Homeschool Teacher for a regional charter school. She lives with her husband and two children in San Juan Capistrano, CA.
CATHY GREER - Speaker, Author, Pastor & Founder
Cathy is a powerful speaker, author, pastor, and leader who has served in the marketplace and ministry for over 30 years. She is currently the President and founder of Mission Support (MSN Ministries). Established in 2008, MSN Ministries is a mission organization passionate about Jesus and His global harvest advancing the Kingdom of God through church planting, evangelistic outreach, and education for the poor. She and her husband have equipped thousands of pastors and leaders in 30-plus nations as ordained ministers. In addition to over 18 years in full-time ministry, Cathy worked in executive-level leadership in the marketplace and was the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for a technology company. She is a mother in The Faith and prophetic voice to many forerunners and catalysts in this generation worldwide. Her passion is to inspire, empower, and equip leaders to walk in the fullness of their identity and inheritance in Christ. She is also one of the founders of Kingdom Women International @kingdom_women_intl. She has been married for 30 years and has one daughter. Find out more at www.msnministries.org
JOANNE JOHNSON - Speaker, Leader, Entrepreneur & Author
Joanne is a requested speaker and entrepreneur who has worked in philanthropy for over 25 years assisting non-profits, individuals, and corporations. She envisioned her company Give4 with a passion to mobilize generosity by providing strategy and alignment between giving, passion, and creating impact. Joanne graduated from Westmont College with a B.A. in Communication Studies and has lived most of her life in Southern California, along with three years in Dubai, UAE. She loves to travel, speak, and minister in the nations and see the Kingdom of God released. Joanne grew up in Southern California, is an ordained minister, and served on staff with her husband for seven years at Vineyard Community Church in Laguna Niguel leading in women's ministry, small groups, and all things community. She and her husband also led and taught for sixteen years in Vineyard's Kingdom School of Ministry. Her greatest desire is to see women resourced and disciples locally and abroad, equipping them for their destiny and purpose in God. She is a founder with Kingdom Women International @kingdom_women_intl and the Influence Collective @influencecolletiveoc. She and her husband Tim have been married for 30 years and have three children, two married and one new grandbaby, Levi, who is the latest family obsession. Find out more about Joanne at www.give-four.org.
KIM GJONOVICH - Speaker, Minister & Leader
Kim is an ordained minister with a passion is hearing the voice of the Lord and helping and encouraging others to do the same. She powerfully in the prophetic and trains others to hear God's voice. She is devoted to her King, and it is her desire to help others experience His presence and His goodness. Previously, she led the Prayer Ministry at Mount Hope Community Church for 10 years. For the past 10 years, she has served at Vineyard Community Church in women's and children's ministry. There, she has been involved in women’s ministry, and children’s ministry, and has been a leader in prophetic ministry. She has led small groups and served in the healing rooms. She has the heart to bring women together in the region to seek the heart of the Lord and to walk in the fullness of their destinies. She currently serves on the Executive Leadership for Kingdom Women International and recently launch Emerging Prophets school in Orange County, CA. She lives with her husband Richard and her 3 children in Orange County. Find out more at www.emergingprophetsoc.com/
TAMI HICHMAN - Speaker, Teacher, Entrepreneur & Jewelry Designer
Tami is a lover of Jesus and His presence. She lives in California with her amazing Husband Bruce and twins Caleb and Cody. She has known and loved Jesus since she gave her life to him at five years old. One of Tami’s greatest joys is hearing the voice of the Lord and prophesying to others. Tami is passionate about helping others hear the voice of the Lord and discover their kingdom's identity. She is a creative entrepreneur, who for fifteen years owned one of the most sought-after boutique vintage jewelry lines. Currently, she spends her time serving on Kingdom Woman Executive Team, professionally styling and designing custom prophetic Jewelry for a handful of clients. Her loves include going to the beach, having coffee with friends, and doing life with her family in San Clemente.Find out more at www.relicsbytami.com