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JULY 1-7, 2015 UCW 13 WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM Daughters of Christ Ministry, Inc. is hosting the Freedom in Christ Christian Conference for Women on Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Freedom Christian Academy Auditorium. "This is a time for Christian women to come together and get their cup filled back up with superior biblical teaching, spiritual refreshment, great fellowship and lots of fun," said Audrie Sifuentes, president of Daughters of Christ Ministry, Inc. "It is a time for adult women to receive back into their heart what they have poured out into the lives of other people." The conference features four talented speakers who will give unique perspectives to freedom in Christ. Dr. Jeff Isenhour is the senior pastor of Arran Lake Baptist Church. He is best known for his evangelistic heart and humor as he communicates to every age group. Dr. Chris Dickerson is the dean of online studies and professor at Carolina College of Biblical Studies. He has spent 16 years in vocational pastoral ministry. Chaplain (Colonel) Ran Dolinger has served 29 years as an Army chaplain and recently served as garrison chaplain at Fort Bragg, N.C. He has served three tours at Fort Bragg and calls it home. Mrs. Vicki Stephenson is the teaching leader of the Fayetteville evening women's class of Bible Study Fellowship International. She teaches more than 200 women each week, trains 25 leaders and oversees the first-12th grade Bible study program. "Come hear amazing life testimonials to the healing, hope and help God brings, and visit the prayer room, as needed, during the conference ," said Sifuentes. "There will be two gospel skits including a dramatic monologue and gospel perspectives from humorous life experiences." Sifuentes added that a special surprise includes a professional painter who will do a painting in front of the audience. Lunch is provided both days along with light refreshments in the morning and afternoon. There will be door prizes and vendors on-site. "Entertainment will be provided by highly talented musical artists," said Sifuentes. "Nina Garces is the song leader and one of the soloists, along with Kim Jeffreys and Suki Wolf. Kim Usher will provide special piano selections both days." Tickets are $65. Limited scholarships are available. Registration is open until July 16 with limited seating. If you would like to be a sponsor of the event you can donate goods or services that can be used by the women in attendance. Freedom Christian Academy is located at 3130 Gillespie Street. Doors will open at 8 a.m. Friday and close at 5 p.m. and will open at 8 a.m. Saturday and close at 4:30 p.m. To register online for the conference using your credit or debit card, visit the Support Us tab at www. daughtersofchristministry.org or call (910) 425-7574. You can also register via mail with a check or money order to Daughters of Christ Ministry, Inc., P.O. Box 48282, Cumberland, NC 28331. Christian Women's Conference Focuses on Filling Women's Spiritual Cups by DR. SHANESSA FENNER a m e r i c a n h e r o e s The fourth of July is a time to celebrate and remember... H H H H H We salute the men and women who have served this great nation. We remember those who were lost. We remember the heroes who ran into harm's way to defend our independence. We salute the first responders who continue to work tirelessly to save the lives of others, the soldiers who fight to continue preserving our freedom and every citizen hero who selflessly helps those who cannot help themselves – by donating blood, sheltering the homeless, feeding the hungry, teaching a child, or caring for a friend. It is our willingness to sacrifice for others that makes this nation great. F R E E D O M ® Be sure to see what we have in store for you! News, views, arts & entertainment. Coming Every Week.... Exciting features on timely topics that matter to you! www.upandcomingweekly.com 484-6200 DR. SHANESSA FENNER, Principal WT Brown Elementary School, Contributing Writer. COMMENTS? Editor@upandcomingweekly.com. 910.484.6200.