January 2017

January 2017 – We joined together as participants in a quiet space to engage in intimate dialogue, and nervously or confidently approached the podium to state aloud one bold intention we were trusting God for in 2017. One by one, we stood behind the podium to state our areas of personal struggle where we have experienced a measure of defeat – and our intention to do something ridiculously bold to confront our fear, insecurity or barrier to winning. In a safe space, we highlighted our strengths, our hopes and visions of the future. And, we stated with absolute clarity our awareness of the barriers that hindered our pursuit of that which we believe God has for us. We connected one another with other women who are operating in similar spaces to build our network. We lifted one another up with words and embrace. We edified, empowered and equipped one another on our respective journeys to WIN in life. Sharing our favorite motivational messages, reminding ourselves who we are in Christ with life affirming “I AM” statements, and taking a photo shoot to commemorate our decision to choose to win, this was a blessed day and a tremendously positive way to start the new year. 

Check out the January 2017 Newsletter Here.

Cheers to two Years of service! We are excited to see year two and thrilled for everything this year has in store. We’ve coined this year: 2017 The Year of BOLD Intentions. This FREE* even will be held at Stratus Rooftop Lounge, 433 Chestnut Street Phila PA (atop the Hotel Monaco), where we will take in the gorgeous views of the city warmed by outdoor fire pits and raise our glasses in the air to celebrate the many women who have made decisions to honor God with their lives and live victoriously! Whether they launched a nonprofit, started their own family and youth agency, obtained their GED, embarked upon motherhood with hope, transitioned from employment to entrepreneurship, began ministry in new areas, made a pivot in their careers, embarked upon unique journeys that allowed them to unleash their God-given gifts aligned with their purpose, in pursuit of their passions, bringing glory to God. We are excited about the work we do, the lives we’ve awakened, the visions we’ve seen realized – and we are going to celebrate. (Shhh . . . it’s also our founders birthday, so come celebrate Melonie Butler, as she launched this vision on her birthday month as she believed it aligned with her God-given purpose.) Please join us! We hope to have 3-5 women attend who will make a BOLD intention to trust God with renewed vigor and align their actions with His will. This will be a high energy, fun and good time. *We are taking up a donation at the door.

What an honor and a privilege to be noticed for doing the work we know God called us to do, which is edify, empower and equip women to WIN in life! I received this nomination and accepted it on behalf of I Choose To Win. This prestigious award, offered by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc, Beta Delta Zeta Chapter is presented to an organization which has through unselfish and distinguished service, significantly contributed and/or participated in service events in the community through various service activities for the overall advocacy for the upliftment of the Philadelphia community at large. The award ceremony is open to the public. The Finer Womanhood Awards Show is held Saturday, March 11, 2017 at LaSalle University’s Dan Rodden Theater, 1900 West Olney Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19141. To purchase tickets, you will do so directly through the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority using this link. Hope to see some of you there! Thank you again, Zetas, for this honor.

Raleigh, NC – Thank you to Dawn Bizzell and the women of Raleigh, NC for this past weekend’s WIN from WITHIN Retreat. It was such an honor to spend that valuable time with you as we reflected on life with the purpose of awakening the warrior that lives within. If He did it before, He will do it again! Be encouraged as you trust God for your unique paths. “We are more than conquerors through Him who loved us.” Romans 8:37. Thank you for hosting me. I look forward to whatever is NEXT.  Click to see pics.