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Who has guided us and led us to see how God is moving around on our behalf and answering God’s call? When I think of my faith, I think of those who helped me discover and nurture it. Many of us stand here because women in the church have brought us under their wing and cared for us. Showed us that women in ministry can be leaders in the classrooms, youth retreats, and on Sunday morning. We have been fortunate to see people who look like us, stand before us, and take leadership roles. Taught us that we, too, can be what we want. That we can stand in whatever shape or form and still be loved. And that if we believe in our voice, we can create ripples like our ancestors did before us.

Reflecting on who I am today, I can’t help but think of all the women who have embraced me and led me to this point. Who have washed over me with their wisdom, taught me to love myself, and showed me that I, too, can be what I dream and that those dreams are attainable.

This message is excerpted from “She dresses us for the journey” by Ralen M. Robinson in the May 2025 Café online magazine.