What's The Word With Willette

Here is the long awaited 2nd episode in the series Being Single and Saved in 2021! So many people think you can not do it God’s Way in today’s society but I am here to tell you that YOU CAN!!!! What does doing it God’s Way look like? Do you date or court? Join us as Pastor Cynthia Blackwell and Reverend Eric Holmes discuss their journey living the single life and how they allow God to guide them every step of the way!! Cynthia L. Blackwell was born and raised in Farrell, Pennsylvania, and she now resides in Prince George’s County. Cynthia accepted the Lord as her savior at the age of 12 and was baptized at the age of 22. She was ordained as a prophetess in April 2009 and Pastor in July 2012. Her strong belief in God keeps her motivated, focused and thinking positively. Cynthia continues to educate herself with biblical principal and teachings by attending women conferences, intercessory prayer classes and is a member of Elijah Task (School of the Prophets) in Clinton, MD. She is the Founder of Victories Women Walking in Victory (a ministry that ministers to girls and women of all ages); she serves as an intercessor with Women of God Lifegivers in the Metropolitan Area and mentors’ women of all ages. Cynthia’s desire is to fulfill the call of God on her life as she continues to teach, prophecy, and lay hands on the sick and watch them recover. Rev. Holmes was a member of the Isle of Patmos Baptist Church (IPBC) as a young child, but he did not enter into a personal relationship with Jesus until December 31, 1999. He returned to IPBC immediately after giving his life to Christ where he listened and studied for two years. In 2002 he begun to understand and accept his purpose in life. He was licensed to preach in November 2004, and ordained in July 2013. One of his favorite scriptures is John 1:1 “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” Rev Holmes is a father of 3 and grandfather of 2. He is currently an Assistant Pastor at the Isle of Patmos Baptist Church, Chairman Budget & Finance Committee, and Bible Study teacher.

So many people think you can not do it God’s Way in today’s society but I am here to tell you that YOU CAN!!!! What does doing it God’s Way look like? Do you date or court? Join us as Pastor Cynthia Blackwell and Reverend Eric Holmes discuss their journey living the single life and how they allow God to guide them every step of the way!! Cynthia L. Blackwell was born and raised in Farrell, Pennsylvania, and she now resides in Prince George’s County. Cynthia accepted the Lord as her savior at the age of 12 and was baptized at the age of 22. She was ordained as a prophetess in April 2009 and Pastor in July 2012. Her strong belief in God keeps her motivated, focused and thinking positively. Cynthia continues to educate herself with biblical principal and teachings by attending women conferences, intercessory prayer classes and is a member of Elijah Task (School of the Prophets) in Clinton, MD. She is the Founder of Victories Women Walking in Victory (a ministry that ministers to girls and women of all ages); she serves as an intercessor with Women of God Lifegivers in the Metropolitan Area and mentors’ women of all ages. Cynthia’s desire is to fulfill the call of God on her life as she continues to teach, prophecy, and lay hands on the sick and watch them recover. Rev. Holmes was a member of the Isle of Patmos Baptist Church (IPBC) as a young child, but he did not enter into a personal relationship with Jesus until December 31, 1999. He returned to IPBC immediately after giving his life to Christ where he listened and studied for two years. In 2002 he begun to understand and accept his purpose in life. He was licensed to preach in November 2004, and ordained in July 2013. One of his favorite scriptures is John 1:1 “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” Rev Holmes is a father of 3 and grandfather of 2. He is currently an Assistant Pastor at the Isle of Patmos Baptist Church, Chairman Budget & Finance Committee, and Bible Study teacher.

Do you have what it takes to Lead? Do you know what tools you need to Lead? Are you ready to LEAD? Tune in for an all new episode on Leadership. Join me as I speak to Author, Tonya Carter, to discuss her NEW book: TAKE YOUR TURN!: A Leadership Guide to Success For Young Women. We will discuss the book and its storytelling style, making it fun to read as readers envision themselves as the protagonist from real life stories shared in the book. Tonya Carter is a leader, teacher, coach, mentor, developer, and supporter for over 40 years. She started as a military leader in the Army Corps of Engineers, transitioned to Engineering as a Supervisor at General Motors, switched to HR Leadership there, then maintained a growth path in HR ever since. Her developmental mindset has allowed her to be successful in her personal leadership journey, and she chose to give back by investing in others; especially young women.

Do you have what it takes to Lead? Do you know what tools you need to Lead? Are you ready to LEAD? Tune in for an all new episode on Leadership. Join me as I speak to Author, Tonya Carter, to discuss her NEW book: TAKE YOUR TURN!: A Leadership Guide to Success For Young Women. We will discuss the book and its storytelling style, making it fun to read as readers envision themselves as the protagonist from real life stories shared in the book. Tonya Carter is a leader, teacher, coach, mentor, developer, and supporter for over 40 years. She started as a military leader in the Army Corps of Engineers, transitioned to Engineering as a Supervisor at General Motors, switched to HR Leadership there, then maintained a growth path in HR ever since. Her developmental mindset has allowed her to be successful in her personal leadership journey, and she chose to give back by investing in others; especially young women.

With so many lives loss during COVID-19, I wanted to do an episode on Grief. Today my guest is Ms. Sherry Blue. As the current Director of Divine Discipleship for Sister’s (DDS) discipleship ministry at First Baptist Church of Glenarden (FBCG) in Glenarden, MD, Sherry demonstrates her passion for serving by providing that listening hear to all who willingly shares. She has a heart to empower, inspire and impact the lives of women. Recently, Ms. Blue opened her home to become a certified Transitional House for Women re-entering the community due to incarceration, substance abuse and other anti-social behaviors. Blue’s house is the second home for women in the Howard County community under Project Encompass, Inc., Nonprofit Transitional Housing for Women that offers housing for 18 months. Project Encompass, Inc. fosters a creative support system of programs that promotes education, provide spiritual guidance, life skills, conflict resolution and job readiness to overcome the barriers associated with addictive behavior, and move from dependent into independent, self-sufficient lifestyles Ms. Blue is a government retiree and the owner of Blue’s Virtual Administrative Business where your administrative needs are met Virtually. Blue studied Administrative Systems Management

Join me as I have a discussion with my guest, Niya Lewis, a Licensed Professional Counselor, as we discuss Mental Health in 2020. Niya is a Licensed Professional Counselor and has worked in mental health for over 10 years. She has experience working with individuals diagnosed with severe Mental Health illnesses and Co-Occurring Disorders in inpatient and outpatient programs. She has held various positions as a Mobile Crisis Technician, Mental Health Therapist, Community Support Specialist, and Care Coordinator. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Hampton University and a Master's of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Bowie State University. She has experience providing Individual, group and family counseling. Also, she has experience working in addiction and with incarcerated individuals. Some of her duties include advocating and linking consumers to community resources such as mental health services, social security disability benefits, permanent and affordable housing, vocational rehabilitation services, food and clothing pantries, literacy programs, and transportation services. Niya is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated. Niya has over 10 years of federal service at GSA, CSOSA, and HHS respectively. She enjoys reading, watching television, hanging with friends, family and her dog.

Being a mom is one of the greatest jobs in the world! Add being a stay at home mom, wife, and mother of a special needs child, and business owner and it can make things even greater:-) Join me with my guest and friend, Mrs. Tisha Fletcher, discuss her journey as a stay at home wife, mother of 2 (one of whom is autistic), business owner, and advocate all in one:-) Ms. Fletcher will share her journey of discovering, new journeys, and new beginnings!

This week we are continuing our talk with Dr. Jackson and children with special needs during this time of virtual learning! Not sure what to do while trying to navigate the world of virtual learning?? Imagine having to do this with a child with special needs. Join us as I discuss with Dr. Jackson the many concerns surrounding virtual learning, especially with a child with special needs and what parents can do to help with child/ren. Dr. Tanna Jackson has taught students in various populations including students with ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disabilities. After being in the classroom for eight years Dr. Jackson took on an administrative role in special education and has been serving in that capacity for the last ten years. With seventeen years in special education Dr. Jackson knew that she needed to use her gift in a way that would support families of children with disabilities with that assertion she became the founder and CEO of Reagan Voice a nonprofit organization that supports families of children with disabilities effectively advocate. Dr. Tanna Jackson is passionate about special education and the opportunity to empower parents to become partners in their children(s) educational journey.

Not sure what to do operating in a world of virtual learning?? Imagine having to do this with a child with special needs. Join us as I discuss with Dr. Jackson the many concerns surrounding virtual learning, especially with a child with special needs and what parents can do and help with child/ren. Dr. Tanna Jackson has taught students in various populations including students with ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disabilities. After being in the classroom for eight years Dr. Jackson took on an administrative role in special education and has been serving in that capacity for the last ten years. With seventeen years in special education Dr. Jackson knew that she needed to use her gift in a way that would support families of children with disabilities with that assertion she became the founder and CEO of Reagan Voice a nonprofit organization that supports families of children with disabilities effectively advocate. Dr. Tanna Jackson is passionate about special education and the opportunity to empower parents to become partners in their children(s) educational journey.

This week’s episode focuses on health and wellness products that are growing to be a very fast phenomenon not only in the United States but in the world! These products have proven results to help with weight loss, reduce/remove inflammation in your body, and overall healing in your body. Tune in to hear my guest, Wanikka Vance Clark and I discuss these products!!

Continuing our discussion on Being Black in 2020. Today we are discussing colorism in today's society. Within our own communities we consistently deal with colorism and the questions remain the same, why, how did it start, will it ever end??? Tune in as my guest Tamikia Thomas, of Tuesday's With Tamika and Desiree Adaway of The Adaway group and I dive into this sensitive topic.

Continuing our discussion on Being Black in 2020, we are discussing marco and microaggressions in today's society. In the workplace, in our communities, and many other places these unfortunate behaviors occur. and where they originated. My guest are Tamikia Thomas, of Tuesday's With Tamika and Desiree Adaway of The Adaway group.

Continuing our discussion on Being Black in 2020, we are discussing marco and microaggressions in today's society. In the workplace, in our communities, and many other places these unfortunate behaviors occur. and where they originated. My guest are Tamikia Thomas, of Tuesday's With Tamika and Desiree Adaway of The Adaway group.

Tune in to hear me speak to my father and brother on being a Father and encouage other Father's!!

With so much racial tension going on today, Being Black in 2020 is an episode to enlighten, educate, and help people understand what is is truly like to be black in America in 2020. There is also a discuss about federal laws as it pertains to hate crimes and police brutality (criminal and civil). My guest are: Tamika Thomas is a empowering women of influence that wears many hats. She is a transparent author, Podcaster, life coach, and inspirational speaker. She believes that God has called her to be the bridge over troubled waters helping others connect to her power source. She uses her platform to speak at churches, women empowerment groups, and domestic violence shelters, and schools. She is dedicated to showing others that they too can turn their trials into treasures. Tamika Thomas found it a podcast Tuesday with Tamika that focuses on living a life to inspire and not impress. Through her Self-help book and recently release 21 day gratitude journal, she partners with her readers in Navigating the challenges of life. Tamika prides herself on not only teaching love in light but embodying it.

With so much racial tension going on today, Being Black in 2020 is an episode to enlighten, educate, and help people understand what is is truly like to be black in America in 2020. There is also a discuss about federal laws as it pertains to hate crimes and police brutality (criminal and civil). My guest are: Tamika Thomas is a empowering women of influence that wears many hats. She is a transparent author, Podcaster, life coach, and inspirational speaker. She believes that God has called her to be the bridge over troubled waters helping others connect to her power source. She uses her platform to speak at churches, women empowerment groups, and domestic violence shelters, and schools. She is dedicated to showing others that they too can turn their trials into treasures. Tamika Thomas found it a podcast Tuesday with Tamika that focuses on living a life to inspire and not impress. Through her Self-help book and recently release 21 day gratitude journal, she partners with her readers in Navigating the challenges of life. Tamika prides herself on not only teaching love in light but embodying it.

In the house, overwhelmed with work,children, home life, day to day demands of our new normal of working from home??? Tune in to this episode of What's The Word With Willette to hear about fitness ideas at home, work, healthy eating tidbits, demystifying myths, and more! Our Guest is Daine Chang, CEO of DTCFitness! Come hear our expert as he discusses various topics surrounding fitness!

Now faced with having to homeschool your children and work from home can be A LOT to handle, but no worries!! We have expert, Ms. Vance-Clark with us today discussing "How to Homeschool your child and balance your work life during COVID-19. Come on in and take a listen to Ms. Vance-Clark, CEO of Foundations 4 AdVANCEment!!!

Are you wondering what in the WORLD to DO now that you have to do your own hair??? Or are you not quite comfortable going out just yet and want to try your own hand with investing in your hair care???? This episode is FOR YOU!! There are also a couple of other valuable nuggets give by our guest Mrs. Chelita Dyson of salonme4u. Tune in to hear more about hair care and wellness for you during this time of quarantine.

Join us for the conversation for Mother's ALL OVER THE WORLD! Today we salute you and EVERYDAY for the amazing job you do as a mother along with the other many hats you wear. Today's Mother's Day Special we are discussing how to balance LIFE while desiring to pursue your dream! TUNE IN for an encouraging word with Dr. Adrienne Russell!!