Habakkuk Publishing

Talitha Cumi: Mothers of the Nations Arise!

God is calling women to rise up and to take their place as did Deborah! 

The inhabitants of the villages ceased, they ceased in Israel, until that I Deborah arose,

that I arose a mother in Israel. Judges 5:7 KJV

What is preventing you from birthing the nation that resides in your womb?  Is it some tragedy, debt or doubt? Were you left to raise your children alone or were you abused?   You will hear how 13 women overcame insurmountable odds to their success. They are Bold, Beautiful, Brilliant women who are impacting their families, businesses, communities and their nations!   

You will be encouraged, enriched and enlarged after reading this life-changing book! 

Bask, Breathe and Bathe in the warmth, candidness and honesty of each story.  It’s never too late to step up to the plate. 

Pastor Regina Burrell

Pastor Regina Burrell is the multifaceted wife of Pastor Terence Burrell of the Praise Temple Evangelistic Church in DeSoto, Texas.  A psalmist in her own rite, she is “chosen” to worship.  Strongly motivated as an exhorter-prophet mix, Regina is concerned about the total man and is dedicated to helping people through her proven ministry of health and fitness for the Body of Christ at large.  She is a leader in First Fitness International, a health and nutrition company based in Dallas, Texas.  Actively involved as guest speaker and recording artist for various organizations, Pastor Regina is sought out for conferences, seminars and workshops.  Her contact information is: Regina Burrell, c/o Praise Temple Church, P O Box 2157, DeSoto, Texas 75123.  You may also email her at elderre@sbcglobal.net.

W.L. Cati

W. L. Cati, is President of White Horse Ministry, Inc. a Resource Center and Rescue Mission for those who are affected by Islam.  She is a writer, author, speaker and singer who burns with a passion and boldness that she imparts to others.  Her world-wide ministry brings hope to people, giving them courage to overcome their obstacles.  After marrying a Muslim, W. L. Cati turned from Islam and a luxury lifestyle to be restored to Christ.  She has been in over 50 Mosques “world wide” and has led many Moslems to Christ.  She has written two books, Married to Mohammed and I Did, I Do, Again. Her quote is "Jesus can take our leftovers, make goulash out of it, and feed the world."  Please contact her at whitehorsewhm@aol.com.  Visit her website at www. wlcati.com.

Elder Alta Davis

Elder Alta Davis, M.A., LLPC, was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan.  Married to Deacon Willie Davis, they have 3 adult children and are honored to be grandparents.  Alta holds a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Development from Madonna University, a Masters Degree in Pastoral Counseling from Ashland Theological Seminary, and is a certified Bereavement Facilitator and Trainer.  An ordained Elder, Alta is honored to serve God’s people with diligence, integrity, a strong work ethic and a heart of compassion.  A servant who loves the Lord, Alta is a guest speaker, lecturer, group facilitator, teacher, and retreat convener.  As President and Founder of Compassion Ministries Outreach, Alta provides extensive services through Christian Counseling and various interventions for those who are challenged with the issues of life.  With a heart for intercessory prayer, Alta desires to see God’s people set free through workshops, teaching, training, encouraging, and ultimately being empowered to serve God in wholeness.  Alta’s contact information is: Elder Alta Davis can be reached by phone at (313) 531-0827 or by cell at (313) 516-4131 or by email at adavis21937@sbcglobal.net.

Pastor Carmen DeVries, TH.B

Pastor Carmen DeVries and her husband, Pastor Bart DeVries, are the senior pastors of Gateway Christian Center in Sarnia, Ontario.  They believe in the full functioning of the five-fold ministry in the church and activate the Body of Christ to flow in the different five-fold gifts. In 1995, Pastor Carmen and Bart established I.C.C. MINISTRIES (International Christian Contacts Ministries), an Apostolic Prophetic Ministry.  They moved to Canada in 1998.  In the spring of 2005, Pastor Carmen started a special ministry for women called the Deborah Prayer Company.  The ministry was created with the vision of setting free, activating and releasing women to fulfill their destiny and make a positive impact on today’s society.  She blesses and encourages many women with her unique ministry style, love for the Word of God and His people.  For additional information and/or speaking engagements, please contact the office of I.C.C. MINISTRIES at (519) 337-7230 or you may send e-mail to Carmen@deborahprayercompany.org or carmen@iccministries.org.

Pastor Ursula Higgins

Rev. Ursula Michelle Higgins is the mother of two children, Anthula (19) and Jean–Pierre (11).  Pastor Higgins was married to Anthony (They are busy restoring their relationship).  Pastor Higgins is Senior Pastor of St. Matthew AME Church, Elsies River, Cape Town, South Africa.  After completing school, she worked in a church organization in the struggle against apartheid.  She is known as a “comrade.”  All of her life, she has been a community developer/activist. She has won numerous prestigious awards and commendations for her work with children, youth and women.  Presently, Pastor Higgins works for a non- government organization called Women in Leadership.  The aim of this organization is to assist women to arise from their depressed circumstances.  If you would like to contact Pastor Ursula Higgins, please send email to pastorursula@worldonline.co.za.

Minister Bernice T. Johnson

Bernice was born in Trenton, New Jersey, and later moved to Detroit, Michigan.  She has been married to, and in ministry with, her husband Michael for over twenty years.  She graduated Magna Cum Laud from the Word of Faith School of Ministry and was ordained in 1996 by Bishop Keith A. Butler, founder and pastor of Word of Faith International Christian Center.  Bernice has a heart for those struggling with promiscuity, divorce, addictions, and low self-esteem.  She is passionate about helping people to see that God’s love is unconditional.  She will soon complete her degree in Mental Health/Social Work and she conducts individual and group counseling as an intern with the Salvation Army.  Bernice and Michael have three children: Jasir (wife Valerie), Chaka and Michelle, and are the grandparents of Vivian, III , Shayla, Avery, Jasir II, and Michael J.  If you would like to contact Bernice, call 248.398.1996 or email bernicetj@sbcglobal.net.

Pastor Agnes Kgasoe

Agnes O. Kgasoe is the founder and President of Kingdom Children’s Ministries, a non-profit organization focused on equipping children for the spiritual war.  Pastor Agnes’ desire is for the children to know Jesus Christ personally and fulfill the call of God in their lives.  She has hosted many children’s pastors seminars and helped many churches.  She is also Co-Founder and President of the Youth Link organization.  Agnes is Children’s Pastor at Soshanguve Baptist Church.  She has been working with children for the past 12 years.  She has traveled to many countries, including Botswana, Paris, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Israel, Jordan, Egypt, Canada, and seven states in the USA.  Agnes received her Bachelor of Arts Degree from Vista University and Bachelor of Arts Honors Degree from The University of Pretoria.  Agnes has been married to Solofelang Kgasoe for 20 years and is the mother of two daughters, Reitumetse and Reneilwe.  Currently, Pastor Agnes is self- employed with her husband.  Agnes can be reached at kgasoe@lantic.net or by calling +27 12 459 3293.

Dr. Luvenia Maxine Miles

Mother Luvenia Miles.  “Favor is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised.  Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates”.  (Proverbs 31:30-31).  Mother Luvenia Miles has lived virtuously and excellently.  She praises God for blessing her with her family and was the wife of Apostle Charles O. Miles for forty-five years.  They co-founded International Gospel Center, a global ministry, in Ecorse, Michigan.  Mother Miles traveled to many countries with her husband, and watched as hundreds and thousands of precious souls accepted Christ as their Savior.  She received a Master’s of Education degree from Wayne State University and worked in the Detroit Public School System for approximately twenty-one years.  Today, Mother Miles is beginning a new journey in Christ.  Throughout the past seven years, she has ministered at many churches throughout the United States and in other countries.  God sets the captive and hurting free as she ministers.  This September, Mother Miles will be the keynote speaker at a women’s conference in Africa.  She may be contacted at International Gospel Center at 313.389.2700 or send email to rcunningham464@hotmail.com.

Regina Molokomme

Regina was born on February 25, 1957 and was the third child of a family of six.  Her African name, when translated into English, means ”God shall not forsake anyone”!  She grew up in her family with high educational values, did primary and secondary education at home, and taught as a teacher for two years.  In 1980, Regina left for the University in the Eastern Cape.  She earned her degree in Music and Education.  After her university education, she took a post as a lecturer at a teachers college.  From 1988-1990, Regina did a lot of traveling with her husband and got a job with a Broadcasting company, Bop TV.  She was a presenter, script- writer and researcher.  She served as a National Coordinator for the South African Network of Religious Leaders living with or personally affected by HIV or AIDS.  The work of this organization is phenomenal in addressing the stigma and discrimination among faith communities.  This organization has established networks throughout the country and their membership is growing.  If you would like to contact Regina, please send email to rmolokomme@yahoo.com.

Sarah McChristian

Sarah McChristian is a retired Branch Office Manager for the State of Michigan, Department of Driver and Vehicle Records.  She is also a Registered Social Worker.  She works as an Independent Contractor for Wayne County Community College District.  Sarah was a co-author of the Salem Township History and author of a Character Education, self-help book titled, SMART IS AS SMART DOES, Emotional Self Help for Young People.  Sarah McChristian has taught Sunday school for many years, conducted musical/vocal church ensembles, and worked for over 18 years in a Bible-study, prison ministry.  She is presently recruiting Christian, high school graduates with a calling to the foreign mission field for The Rafiki Foundation.  She is also seeking sponsors for African, orphan children, as well as financial donations for the Rafiki orphanages.  Please contact her for speaking engagements for the Rafiki Foundation.  Her email address is: sarroncorp@sbcglobal.net and her telephone numbers are (734) 544-9869 or (248) 437-2418.

Missionary Lois Richardson

Lois Allen Richardson is a native of Ypsilanti, Michigan.  She graduated from Eastern Michigan University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and Education.  God called Lois to preach in 1977 and she has been in ministry since then, including assignments on the foreign mission field.  God has used Lois to establish Bible colleges, as a conference speaker, a television host, and a radio minister.  She writes a Message of the Week column regularly for the Ypsilanti Courier.  Lois is founder and owner of Encouraging Words, a motivational speaking firm.  She is serving her second term as a member of the Ypsilanti City Council.  You may contact Lois at ypsi4richardson@hotmail.com.

Dr. Velma Rosemond

Dr. Velma Rosemond, Ph.D., presently serves as Dean and Chief Instructor of the Velma Rosemond School of Prophetic Ministry.  She has served as Sr. Pastor of Resurrection Promise Church for more than ten years.  Rev. Rosemond is a very grateful mother of five children, whom she loves and cherishes dearly.  She has conducted conferences, meetings, retreats, and ministered in churches, and to diverse cultures.  She is the Executive Director of Velma Rosemond Ministries, LLC, and she has ministered extensively throughout Michigan and in other states.  Dr. Rosemond was a forerunner in the “prophetic” movement, speaking the Word of the Lord to hundreds and releasing the power of the Holy Spirit in the lives of thousands.  Prophet Rosemond believes that the prophetic word is pivotal to bringing revival and releasing members of the Body of Christ into their gifting and destiny.  She Graduated from William Tyndale College with a Bachelors of Business Administration, and holds both a Masters of Arts degree and a Doctorate of Philosophy from the Minnesota Graduate School of Theology.  Dr. Rosemond can be contacted by calling 248-663-2435 or sending email to her at vprosper@aol.com.  To find out more, please visit her website at www.velmarosemondministries.org.