Women Worth Knowing

The story of Maria Dyer Taylor is a love story. It is the love story of a woman for her God, for the Chinese people, and for her husband. The story takes place in China and London. Maria was a remarkable woman, and her passion for God and others is sure to inspire. Resources Hudson Taylor and Maria: A Match Made in Heaven – by John Pollock Desiring God: “A Marriage of Triumph and Trials” https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/a-marriage-of-triumph-and-trials Women of Christianity: Maria Dyer Taylor https://womenofchristianity.com/missionarys-wives

The story of Maria Dyer Taylor is a love story. It is the love story of a woman for her God, for the Chinese people, and for her husband. The story takes place in China and London. Maria was a remarkable woman, and her passion for God and others is sure to inspire. Resources Hudson Taylor and Maria: A Match Made in Heaven – by John Pollock Desiring God: “A Marriage of Triumph and Trials” https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/a-marriage-of-triumph-and-trials Women of Christianity: Maria Dyer Taylor https://womenofchristianity.com/missionarys-wives

In 1935 a young girl from Wales studying nursing in Liverpool, England, surrounded her life to the Lord Jesus. From the moment she was filled with the Holy Spirit she had a desire to minister to the Congolese people. Deep in her heart she felt that the Lord was asking everything of her, even her very life. Cheryl recounts the story and triumph of Winnie Davies from her conversion, her ministry in Congo, to her harrowing capture by the Simba rebels. Winnie’s story will bring to your heart an awareness of the cost of truly giving the Lord everything!

In 1935 a young girl from Wales studying nursing in Liverpool, England, surrounded her life to the Lord Jesus. From the moment she was filled with the Holy Spirit she had a desire to minister to the Congolese people. Deep in her heart she felt that the Lord was asking everything of her, even her very life. Cheryl recounts the story and triumph of Winnie Davies from her conversion, her ministry in Congo, to her harrowing capture by the Simba rebels. Winnie’s story will bring to your heart an awareness of the cost of truly giving the Lord everything!

In 1935 a young girl from Wales studying nursing in Liverpool, England, surrounded her life to the Lord Jesus. From the moment she was filled with the Holy Spirit she had a desire to minister to the Congolese people. Deep in her heart she felt that the Lord was asking everything of her, even her very life. Cheryl recounts the story and triumph of Winnie Davis from her conversion, her ministry in Congo, to her harrowing capture by the Simba rebels. Winnie’s story will bring to your heart an awareness of the cost of truly giving the Lord everything!

From the time she was young, Anne knew she wanted to worship Jesus. She even began composing songs on the piano to Him when she was in junior high. Listen as Anne recounts her journey from a young woman with a love for Jesus and passion for praise to one of the first participants in the inception of praise bands. Anne with her humility, brilliance, and unfailing love for Jesus will capture your heart. Resources: annebarbour.com Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Samaritan’s Purse World Medical Mission Books by Anne Barbour The Savior Has Come: An Advent Devotional Jesus, Love to the End: A Devotional to Prepare Your Heart for Easter The Fourth Chair: Discovering Your Invitation to Come Home

From the time she was young, Anne knew she wanted to worship Jesus. She even began composing songs on the piano to Him when she was in junior high. Listen as Anne recounts her journey from a young woman with a love for Jesus and passion for praise to one of the first participants in the inception of praise bands. Anne with her humility, brilliance, and unfailing love for Jesus will capture your heart. Resources: annebarbour.com Billy Graham Evangelistic Association Samaritan’s Purse World Medical Mission Books by Anne Barbour The Savior Has Come: An Advent Devotional Jesus, Love to the End: A Devotional to Prepare Your Heart for Easter The Fourth Chair: Discovering Your Invitation to Come Home

From her teenage years, Jeanne Willette felt a deep compassion for children with special needs. After coming to faith at nineteen, she was placed in the Sunday School department—where she soon began a class specifically for children with special needs. Years later, Jeanne gave birth to her third child, a beautiful daughter with special needs. This precious gift would launch her into a lifelong ministry—one that serves not only children with disabilities but their parents as well. In these inspiring episodes, Jeanne shares her journey of faith, surrender, and purpose—from her daughter’s diagnosis to her present ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. If you have a special needs child or know someone who does, these three episodes with Jeanne Willette are must-listens—you will be blessed! Learn more: Limitless Ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa Contact Jeanne: Jenowillette@gmail.com

From her teenage years, Jeanne Willette felt a deep compassion for children with special needs. After coming to faith at nineteen, she was placed in the Sunday School department—where she soon began a class specifically for children with special needs. Years later, Jeanne gave birth to her third child, a beautiful daughter with special needs. This precious gift would launch her into a lifelong ministry—one that serves not only children with disabilities but their parents as well. In these inspiring episodes, Jeanne shares her journey of faith, surrender, and purpose—from her daughter’s diagnosis to her present ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. If you have a special needs child or know someone who does, these three episodes with Jeanne Willette are must-listens—you will be blessed! Learn more: Limitless Ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa Contact Jeanne: Jenowillette@gmail.com

From her teenage years, Jeanne Willette felt a deep compassion for children with special needs. After coming to faith at nineteen, she was placed in the Sunday School department—where she soon began a class specifically for children with special needs. Years later, Jeanne gave birth to her third child, a beautiful daughter with special needs. This precious gift would launch her into a lifelong ministry—one that serves not only children with disabilities but their parents as well. In these inspiring episodes, Jeanne shares her journey of faith, surrender, and purpose—from her daughter’s diagnosis to her present ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa. Resources: If you have a special needs child or know someone who does, these three episodes with Jeanne Willette are must-listens—you will be blessed! Learn more: Limitless Ministry at Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa Contact Jeanne: Jenowillette@gmail.com

From the time Twyla Ludwig received Jesus at age eleven until she left for Africa with her husband and children in 1927, she knew she was called to be a missionary. Twyla learned early on to meet every obstacle, hardship, and impossibility head-on in prayer — she was known for “praying a thing through.” Her life of faith and intercession became a powerful testimony of what God can accomplish through a woman who prays without ceasing. Hear the remarkable story of Twyla Ludwig and how her prayers changed lives across Africa. Resources: Learn more: Mama Was a Missionary by Charles Ludwig (Amazon)

From the time Twyla Ludwig received Jesus at age eleven until she left for Africa with her husband and children in 1927, she knew she was called to be a missionary. Twyla learned early on to meet every obstacle, hardship, and impossibility head-on in prayer — she was known for “praying a thing through.” Her life of faith and intercession became a powerful testimony of what God can accomplish through a woman who prays without ceasing. Hear the remarkable story of Twyla Ludwig and how her prayers changed lives across Africa. Resources: Learn more: Mama Was a Missionary by Charles Ludwig (Amazon)

From the time Twyla Ludwig received Jesus at age eleven until she left for Africa with her husband and children in 1927, she knew she was called to be a missionary. Twyla learned early on to meet every obstacle, hardship, and impossibility head-on in prayer — she was known for “praying a thing through.” Her life of faith and intercession became a powerful testimony of what God can accomplish through a woman who prays without ceasing. Hear the remarkable story of Twyla Ludwig and how her prayers changed lives across Africa. Learn more: Mama Was a Missionary by Charles Ludwig (Amazon)

Stacy’s DeWitt’s astounding ministry to foster children in Ventura and Los Angeles counties began with a simple prayer, “Father, how do you want you use me in this place?” From that point forward God not only placed a burden on her heart fro foster children and foster parents, but also began to open unexpected doors to Stacy and her husband to be able to create the ministry known as James Store House. In this podcast you will hear the amazing story of how James Store House came to be as well as how that ministry continues to minister to foster kids. Stacy DeWitt is down to earth and engaging as she inspires all of us to simply ask, “Father, how would you like to use me in this place?” Resources: Organization: James Storehouse Equipping foster children, aged-out youth, trafficking survivors, and families at risk with critical resources, mentorship, and hope in Christ. Explore how James Storehouse serves the community through emergency provision, prevention initiatives, and long-term mentoring: https://www.jamesstorehouse.org/program-highlights Open Table Mentorship Program A relational model that surrounds aged-out foster youth with consistent adults for one year, helping them navigate housing, education, and life skills.

Stacy’s DeWitt’s astounding ministry to foster children in Ventura and Los Angeles counties began with a simple prayer, “Father, how do you want you use me in this place?” From that point forward God not only placed a burden on her heart fro foster children and foster parents, but also began to open unexpected doors to Stacy and her husband to be able to create the ministry known as James Store House. In this podcast you will hear the amazing story of how James Store House came to be as well as how that ministry continues to minister to foster kids. Stacy DeWitt is down to earth and engaging as she inspires all of us to simply ask, “Father, how would you like to use me in this place?” Resources: Organization: James Storehouse Equipping foster children, aged-out youth, trafficking survivors, and families at risk with critical resources, mentorship, and hope in Christ. Explore how James Storehouse serves the community through emergency provision, prevention initiatives, and long-term mentoring: https://www.jamesstorehouse.org/program-highlights Open Table Mentorship Program A relational model that surrounds aged-out foster youth with consistent adults for one year, helping them navigate housing, education, and life skills. Connect with James Storehouse Website: www.jamesstorehouse.org Facebook: facebook.com/jamesstorehousecalifornia Instagram: @jamesstorehouse LinkedIn (Stacy DeWitt): linkedin.com/in/stacy-dewitt

Maud Kells was born in Northern Ireland and grew up on a farm where church was more of a tradition than a heartfelt commitment. After coming to faith in Christ, she shocked her parents by announcing her call to the mission field. When it came time for her placement, Maud asked to go to one of the most dangerous and unstable countries in the world — the Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite facing rebel attacks, robberies, and primitive conditions, Maud flourished among the Congolese people she came to love so deeply. Her story is a powerful reminder of what God can do through a life fully surrendered to Him.

Maud Kells was born in Northern Ireland and grew up on a farm where church was more of a tradition than a heartfelt commitment. After coming to faith in Christ, she shocked her parents by announcing her call to the mission field. When it came time for her placement, Maud asked to go to one of the most dangerous and unstable countries in the world — the Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite facing rebel attacks, robberies, and primitive conditions, Maud flourished among the Congolese people she came to love so deeply. Her story is a powerful reminder of what God can do through a life fully surrendered to Him.

Maud Kells was born in Northern Ireland and grew up on a farm where church was more of a tradition than a heartfelt commitment. After coming to faith in Christ, she shocked her parents by announcing her call to the mission field. When it came time for her placement, Maud asked to go to one of the most dangerous and unstable countries in the world — the Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite facing rebel attacks, robberies, and primitive conditions, Maud flourished among the Congolese people she came to love so deeply. Her story is a powerful reminder of what God can do through a life fully surrendered to Him.

​​Maud Kells was born in Northern Ireland and grew up on a farm. For her family, church was simply a tradition, but not a heartfelt commitment. After she received Christ, she shocked her parents when she told them she felt called to go to the mission field. When it came time for Maud’s placement, she asked to go to one of the most dangerous and unstable countries in the world— the Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite setbacks, rebel attacks, robbers, and primitive conditions, Maud flourished in the Congo among the Congolese people she loved so much. Her story will inspire you.

Gina Aguilar did not come to faith until she was already a full fledged Los Angeles cop! However, once she came to Christ, there was no turning back. God not only protected her while she served for over twenty years, but He also brought love and a new ministry into her life. Gina’s story is not only fascinating, but she also will share a few tips for women’s safety she learned as an LA cop!