Having worked in women’s ministry for a large church in New England, I know the right speaker can make your event run smoothly and be life-changing at the same time.
My ministry goal is to captivate women with God’s message of hope as they understand they are of value and worth to him. I want to connect with women so they are encouraged to walk boldly with Christ.
Here’s an overview of this page. I hope it will help you decide to start a conversation about having me speak at your event:
- Endorsements
- A Bit about Me
- Sample Speaking Clip
- Most Requested Topics
- What You Can Expect from Me
- Start the Conversation
ENDORSEMENTS
A BIT ABOUT ME
I am a speaker, writer and blogger.
I served on ministry staff to women, and on the women’s leadership team at Grace Chapel, a non-denominational church of 5,000 in Lexington, Massachusetts. In 2011 I graduated from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary with a Masters in Religion, cum laude.
You will find me listed in the Speaker Directory of By Design Ministries, an established and reliable resource for gifted women speakers for New England churches and events. I am a member of the Girlville Getaway inspirational cruises speaking team with Kim Bolton. In addition, I am co-director, alongside Lucinda Secrest McDowell, of reNEW – retreat for New England Writing.
I am married to Colin. We have three college-age children. Currently, we spend our time between New York City and Colorado, as well as traveling across the pond and other places in the world. I would love to travel to your event!
Sample Speaking Clip
From Iron Sharpens Iron for Northeast Women, Worcester, MA, October 2015
Most Requested Topics
Heart Talk: Deepening our prayer times with God
How often have you said “I want to pray more often and more deeply but…”? We begin with enthusiasm but usually it dwindles to becoming half-hearted. Come and be guided on how to have meaningful heart conversation with God, while taking steps to a healthier life. Rachel’s message enables you to:
- Avoid one more formula and commit to learning how to thrive God’s grace-fully.
- Change dressed up conversation into honest, down-to-earth talk.
- Turn your wandering thoughts into purposeful prayer.
- Manage your reactions prayerfully instead of trying to control your circumstances.
This topic is available as a single workshop for one-day events, or a series of workshops suitable for a multiple day retreat.
Prayer Zone Workout Workshop
A lively workshop that introduces a new and refreshing way to pray. You will be provided with materials to continue praying and exercising individually or as a group.
Living with confidence when you feel unconfident
Have you ever felt out of place, out of your depth, or out of control of your circumstances? Rachel knows what it is like to live in this way, and the distress this discomfort can bring. Yet, she discovered this is often where God meets with us and we experience him and his love for us in a new and full way. Drawing on examples of biblical characters who lived outside their comfort zone, Rachel brings many truths and lessons that can be learned.
Living Loved: Overcoming your doubts with boldness for God
Do you question if you’ve got what it takes to be devoted to Jesus? We will discover ordinary women can be extraordinary for God in their everyday lives. Rachel will share her own journey from doubt to devotion to being a disciple of Jesus. Her message will help you:
- Replace “I don’t measure up” with “I’ve got what it takes.”
- Let go of the lie you’re not special and know the truth you are treasured.
- Stop thinking you can’t do anything and start realizing you are equipped for good things.
What You Can Expect from Me
- Prompt responses to emails or phone calls
- Honest and reliable communication
- A servant heart and courteous demeanor before, during, and after the presentation
- My absolute best effort in preparation for your event
- My absolute best effort during the event as I deliver the presentation and interact with your event’s participants
- An honest willingness to hear your feedback following the event
If you are interested in starting a conversation with Rachel about your event, please visit our contact form.