SPEAKER

WORSHIP LEADER

Debi has been involved in short-term ministry work around the world for several years and has a deep desire to "serve the servant" abroad. She loves to be involved in women's ministry conferences; teaching, speaking, encouraging, listening, praying for, and of course, leading women into God's courts with praise! Debi and her husband live in Canon City, Colorado, and own an excavation and wildland firefighting company. They are co-founders of Pearls of Education Foundation, a charity that provides education and restoration to Liberian students. Debi is the co-author of the children's book "A Girl Like Me."

RETREAT SPECIALIST

Patti is a retired Registered Nurse and lives in the beautiful Pacific Northwest in Corvallis, Oregon with her wonderful husband, Ed. Together they have 7 children and 9 grand children. She has been on many Azmera Haven retreats so she is excited to be able to support and encourage the women who will come for this time of refreshment. Patti loves cooking and trying new foods, spending time with her family and friends, and being outdoors in God's amazing creation. 

Tracy serves on the Azmera board, works at Operation Christmas Child through Samaritan's Purse, and has recently retired from IBM where she focused on equipping others worldwide. She is from Evergreen, CO, and attends Rockland Community Church as a Family Ministry Deacon, Bible study teacher, communion server, and scripture reader. Tracy loves encouraging and leading others and in her free time, she can usually be found outdoors hiking, playing tennis, or reading. She shares two daughters Nicole and Elise with her husband Jim.

Barb and her husband of almost 51 delightful years live in the Kansas City area. They have two daughters and three grandchildren. Barb heard the gospel and trusted Christ at an early age. As an adult, she has been involved in her local church in global kingdom work and biblical counseling. She and her husband truly enjoy hosting people in their home for fellowship and meaningful conversation. 

Jan is a retired Registered Nurse who lives in Dacono, Colorado, with her husband, Bob. They have four children and nine grandchildren. Jan has filled many roles at her church with Hospitality and Compassion, her Spiritual Gifts. Jan is grateful for the Holy Spirit's guiding her to Azmera and prays God will use her to contribute to the ‘tending of the hearts’ of the retreat attendees. Jan enjoys art, crafting, and God's beauty through RV camping. 

Adana and her husband, Steve, have been married for 28 years and live in Michigan with their two sons, one daughter, and two cats. She loves meaningful conversations with friends, a good book, fuzzy slippers, and a warm blanket. She enjoys classic British literature, mystery movies, and anything related to missiology or theology. Adana holds a master’s degree in Christian ministry, is the founder of Qara International, and has traveled to 17 countries and territories. She is passionate about inviting women to engage their world for the cause of Christ. 

Sarah has served in various Women’s Ministries for over 30 years. She enjoys coming alongside women encouraging them as they grow in their walk of faith in Jesus. She has also served on many medical ministry trips. In her spare time, Sarah enjoys volunteering at a horse rescue, being a MomCo Mom Mentor, baking, hiking, or grabbing a coffee with a friend or two. Coffee anyone?

Jessica was a single global worker with Youth for Christ in Germany, Italy, France, and Malaysia for 16 years. She returned to the states to get her Clinical Counseling Degree at Denver Seminary. She is now married to a wonderful man and step-mother to two boys. She is passionate about helping single women remain healthy while living overseas, walking alongside the brokenhearted, and loves helping women work through struggles of transition, grief and loss, anxiety, and even disappointment with God. She loves creating beauty, with a special love for flowers, photography, and anything in the outdoors!

Heather is grateful to serve the Lord through several ministries He has placed in her life. She writes and speaks to encourage others in their faith, and she walks alongside people as a biblical counselor. Heather also shares daily encouragement through her social media ministry, hosts a podcast called Brewing Beliefs, and leads Gracious Ministries. She and her husband, Alan, have been married for 35 years and are thankful for their two grown children, McKenzie and Collin, who are both married and building families of their own. 

Kristi lives in Amarillo, Texas, with her husband of 29 years, Jason. They have three sons, Jake, Jaxsen, and Jett, and a daughter-in-law, Abby. As a family, they love spending time in God's creation, gardening, hiking, fishing, and gathering in the kitchen to cook and share meals. Kristi has a lifelong love for global kingdom work, opening God’s Word with others, and being His hands and feet wherever He leads. She is passionate about helping women discover their true identity in Christ and step into the calling He has placed on their lives.  

Stacey is from Boulder, Colorado. She and her husband have three children. Stacey is a Licensed Cosmetologist and has owned her own salon, Divine Creations in Erie, Colorado. She also served as a Group Leader for Bible Study Fellowship and has enjoyed being a part of her church’s Vacation Bible School. Stacey enjoys arts and crafts and her hobbies include working on puzzles with her husband, reading, journaling, and coloring.

Beth loves her Savior; spending quality time together is priceless.  She can’t get enough of following Jesus on various adventures from her Bakersfield, California, home to Ireland, Texas, Hungary, and back again. Through 30 years of marriage, 4 kids, and multiple callings, she has focused on encouraging and loving the least of these. Bringing hope for the hopeless, loving the forgotten, and touching the sick in Jesus' Name is who she is. 

Mindy lives in Redlands, California with her husband of 24 years. They have two fur kids, Tessa the kitty and Baron, their deaf boxer. Mindy works at her church as the Communication Coordinator and has been involved in women's ministry for over 20 years. Through her own experiences of brokenness and hurts, God has given her a passion to minister to hurting women, walking alongside them through life's tough journeys and pointing them to Jesus who can bring healing and comfort. 

Arlene is a retired psychologist who provided services in Colorado for 20 years. She has been involved in ministries in Mexico, Papua New Guinea, and Peru. She currently volunteers mental health services in her church and community, women’s and children’s ministries in her church, tutoring immigrants, and leading a women’s Bible study in the local jail. She is a widow who enjoys walking, reading, watching mystery movies, listening to music, and spending time with family and friends. 

Sheri is a retired Kansas City elementary teacher who moved to Thornton, Colorado, with her husband, Roger, 8 years ago. They have 2 children and 7 grandchildren who live in the Denver area. She has wanted to be on an Azmera Retreat for several years and is very excited for this opportunity to serve, encourage, and honor the women attending this retreat. Sheri enjoys tandem bike riding with her husband, playing cards, hiking, leading Bible study discussions, and mentoring younger women.