“We have a passion for marriage & family!”

Both Kilen and Cassandra are Kentucky Colonels, the highest honor awarded by the Commonwealth of Kentucky, which is given by the Governor and the Secretary of State. The Grays are members of the Potter’s House International Pastors Alliance under the pastoral covering of Bishop T. D. Jakes. 

The Grays have served as consultants to churches, associations, community organizations and businesses on topics such as grant writing, non-profit/faith-based institutions, leadership development and community development.

“We believe in reaching the lost through the means of teaching, and strengthening the saved.”

Through the ministry Evangelist Williams endeavors to assist churches to carry out the command of Christ as stated in Matthew 28: 18- 20, commonly called “The Great Commission”. She believes in reaching the lost through the means of teaching, and strengthening the saved. Becoming Free Out-Reach Ministry offers workshops, Bible study, revivals, retreats, worship services, and leadership seminars. In the year of 2024, the ministry will host its first couples retreat, “Re-Affirming Our Love” in Louisville Kentucky, which will be one of many to come. 

In the year of 2026, the Ministry will prayerfully open a Damascus Center, which will be a center that houses the reentry, diversion, new life, and healing programs. Such services would include employment, wellness, and a 40-day journey to experience a personal wholistic transformation (i.e. – body, soul/mind, and spirit).

“Everyone should have a chance to experience real love; the kind that God ordained, which leads to a healthy existence.”

Shawn and Stacie met in college at Morehead State University. After graduating with Criminal Justice degrees the couple married and will celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary this year. We are the parents of one daughter who is currently in her Junior year of college at the couple’s Alma mater. Shawn and Stacie retired in 2022 from the Federal Medical Center, Lexington, KY. They love the Lord and are thankful for having God in our lives. We attend Consolidated Baptist Church, Lexington, KY., where Pastor Richard Gaines is the pastor.

Shawn is a member of men’s choir at Consolidated Baptist Church. A die-hard Pittsburgh Steeler and Los Angeles Laker fan. Enjoys spending time with his family/friends, traveling and sports.

Stacie is thankful to be retired and blessed to be able to spend quality time with family and friends. She is a fan of the University of KY, football and basketball teams, the SEC conference and a Pittsburgh Steelers fan. She loves to travel, going shopping, to cook (sometimes), loves eating good food and helping others.

“God has blessed us with a fruitful marriage and we definitely want to encourage other couples and show how God is the GLUE in all marriages!”

Pastor Samuel Wilson and First Lady Joanne Wilson are the pastor team at Hope Temple Church of God in Christ, Inc. located in Radcliff, Kentucky.

“God has blessed couples like us to find an adventure partner for life!”

Meet Brian and Daphne Freeman, a dynamic duo whose love story began on March 10th, 2001, under the guiding light of Pastor Mike and Kathy Hayes at Covenant Church. Their union was blessed on September 8th, 2001, at the same church in Carrollton, TX, with Pastor Gordon Gerard Banks, a former NFL wide receiver, officiating the ceremony.

Their journey together has been nothing short of extraordinary, filled with love, faith, and adventure. Both hailing from military backgrounds, they share a deep-rooted passion for travel and exploration, always seeking new horizons together.

“We believe that marriages need real work & happy to work with this meaningful retreat team to bring a great experience to couples from across the U.S.”

Curtis and WandaJean met in church. He was the organist to all of her songs. He followed WandaJean to Arizona and they spontaneously eloped in Maricopa County. For the past 25 years they have been married and enjoying life together. To their union, they have 6 amazing sons and 1 fearless daughter.  

One of Curtis’ consistent priorities is to teach and lead his family through a lifestyle of Financial Freedom. He is a builder who has architected 3 different homes, expanding investments as his family has grown. He and Dr. Jones manage two businesses; Idigitology, LLC., a web development company and the $7 Dollar Train, providing continuing education for early childhood professionals.

“The people of God deserve an experience which is nothing less than the VERY best!”

Since 1996, Pastor Gaines and his lovely wife, Sarah, have faithfully served as the Senior Pastor and First Lady of Consolidated Baptist Church in Lexington, Kentucky, and have impacted the area due to their commitment to evangelism, discipleship, and community service.

“We have a love for God, our family, our church and our community.”

Antonio and Michele Palmer were married on September 13 2003. They are the proud parents of two sons , Micah and Andrew Palmer. Antonio serves as the head Deacon and Michele serves as the Music President. They have a love for God, their family , the church and their community.

TOGETHER, WE CAN DO ANYTHING!

OTHER MEMBERS OF THE 2024 RETREAT PLANNING TEAM

MR. DARRYL & MRS. MICHELLE SIMMS