Sherry Speaks Life Podcast

The Bible commands us to care for the widow. I was honored to speak with today's guest, Cherisse Branch regarding her experience as a widow in the church.  Ms. Cherisse Janelle Branch was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1974. Ms. Branch graduated from Benedict College with a degree in Marketing and Business. While going to college full time, she paid her way through Kenneth Shuler Cosmetology...

Today we are going beyond the headlines and taking a personal look at the Black Lives Matter movement with Evangelist Tabatha McCree Strother. She is Ariane McCree's cousin. Ariane was shot and killed by police officers at a Walmart in Chester, SC in November 2019. The officers haven't been charged.  Evangelist Tabatha McCree Strother is a licensed ordained minister with a master’s degree in...

Your host, Sherry Jones shares her experiences growing up in church and developing a relationship with Christ over the years. Her journey is filled with ups and downs, but Jesus remains a constant answer to her troubles.  Listen to her story and learn why she's passionate about We Are The Church and helping Christians truly BE the church.  * Follow We Are The Church on Twitter and Instag...

How can the church better serve single Christians? How can married Christians support singles who desire to be married? Today's guest, Beth Ruffin answers these questions and more.  Beth Ruffin spent 20 years in Corporate America before realizing her dream of entrepreneurship, opening her own boutique consulting firm, The Everyday Inclusionist.  Beth is committed to making our world more...

Poetry is a beautiful art form, but how can it be used for evangelism? What are the misconceptions about Christian spoken word artists? Today's guest Traci Neal answers these questions and more.  Traci Neal discovered her gift of poetry at age 14 when her middle school teacher wanted the class to write a poetry book. She loves to share her poetry now, at 31, as a way to draw others towar...

How should we navigate the world of entrepreneurship as Christian business owners? What are some of the common mistakes Christian business owners make when promoting their business? Today's guest, Doreen Lettsome Reid of Divine Connection Network Association answers these questions and more. Doreen Lettsome Reid has 12 years of experience as a Business Coach. She possesses a unique flair for seein...

How should we navigate the world of entrepreneurship as Christian business owners? What are some of the common mistakes Christian business owners make when promoting their business? Today's guest, Doreen Lettsome Reid of Divine Connection Network Association answers these questions and more.  Doreen Lettsome Reid has 12 years of experience as a Business Coach. She possesses a unique flair for...

Conflicts involving finances are one of the main reasons marriages end in divorce. How can couples resolve these conflicts? What Biblical principles can Christian couples follow to help them better manage their finances? Today's guests, Marcus and Schrendria Robinson answer these questions and more.  Marcus and Schrendria Robinson met in August 1998 in a graduate-level epidemiology class at t...

Dance ministry has become an integral part of worship in many churches, but are we using it to its full capacity? How can dance ministry be used for evangelism? Our guest, Gail A. Glover answers these questions and more as we discuss The Church & The Arts (Dance).  Gail A. Glover is an author, minister of dance, choreographer, dance educator, life and executive coach and resident dance ar...

During the COVID-19 pandemic it seemed like the world stopped, but one thing that didn't stop is domestic violence. In fact, it is more prevalent because victims are spending more time with their abusers. How can the church support victims of domestic violence? What signs should we look for? Today's guest, Tracy Michelle Dobbins answers those questions and more.  Tracy Michelle Dobbins is an...

Are we giving our young people what they need to be productive, stable, and faith-filled adults? How can we effectively share the gospel with our youth? In this episode of We Are The Church, we discuss these questions and more with our guest, Lesley Gadson.  Lesley Gadson is a native of Columbia South Carolina. Lesley began college at North Carolina Central University and finished at Southern...

Is there a connection between our relationship with Christ and how we dress? Can we be saved and fly at the same time? Today we discuss these questions and more with our guest, Viva Lewis Harris.  Viva Lewis Harris is a minister, mother, grandmother, counselor, and the owner of Viva's Closet, LLC. She is a self-taught designer/seamstress that has been humbly serving clients for almost three years....

During this time of social distancing, many churches and ministries are using social media for the first time. But are they using it effectively? Our guest, Reverend Dr. Martin Quick, shares valuable information about social media and how to "e-vangelize" through various platforms. Reverend Dr. Martin Quick is an Associate Pastor at Journey United Methodist Church in Columbia, SC. He is a United S...

Are you struggling with maintaining a healthy lifestyle during this time of quarantine? Could you use some advice regarding the right foods to eat to boost your immune system and support your overall health? If so, this episode is for you! Our guest, Pastor Dennese Spencer of El Shaddai Ministry of Columbia shares her wisdom regarding healthy eating, detoxing, fasting, and maintaining a joyful min...

Mental health is a pressing concern for many people, especially during these uncertain times. How do we, as the church, address this issue? Our special guest, Nichole Gause, shares insight regarding this question and more.   Nichole Gause is a licensed clinical social worker in Charlotte, NC.  She earned her BS degree from Winthrop University and her Masters of Social Worker degree from...

Join the conversation as we discuss the church's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Special guests Pastor Reginald Byrden of Grace Fellowship Church of Columbia and Pastor Jeff Phillips of Woodfield Park Baptist Church possess over 30 years of experience as ministers of the gospel. During this powerful discussion, they provide spiritual insight and revelation that will help us navigate these uncer...