
Lady Kerri Tillett
Advisor
The Women of Excellence is the foundation of the Women’s Ministry at Simon Temple A.M.E. Zion Church.
The ministry began in August of 2004 with a threefold purpose:
- Fostering unity,
- Promoting spiritual growth, and
- Building long-lasting, healthy relationships
The mission of the Women of Excellence (W.O.E.) is to reach women of all ages and from all walks of life with the goal of encouraging one another, while fostering a sense of sisterhood and accountability among the women of God.
This mission is accomplished by creating an atmosphere of oneness, acceptance and love, so that no woman leaves Simon Temple feeling alone or unloved.
Every woman who is a member of Simon Temple is a member of the W.O.E. and is encouraged to participate in all W.O.E. activities. These activities, which include quarterly meetings and a yearly women’s retreat, are coordinated by The W.O.E. Planning Committee.
Additionally, all Simon Temple women are encouraged to participate in one or more of the ministry branches that have grown from the W.O.E. tree. These branches provide opportunities to teach, learn, pray, fellowship, network, and love one another.

Sister Hermean Yeadon
Director
Additional W.O.E. Ministries
Women Empowerment

Rev. Ida Bennett
Women Empowerment
Ministry Leader

Rev. Paula Young
Women Empowerment
Ministry Leader
Purpose: The WE ministry provides effective, motivative, and encouraging resources to enhance the spiritual connections with Christian women throughout the church. The various sessions offered will stimulate like-minded women with related and common beliefs to engage with one another, build spiritual relationships and support for their commonalities.
Upcoming W.O.E. Events
Women of Excellence Movie Screening
The Women of Excellence presents a Private Screening of “The Color Purple.” Tuesday, December 26 | 2:00pm AMC 14 Fayetteville, NC 4761 Lake Valley Dr. Tickets are on sale in […]
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Marriage Ministry
Coordinators:
Bro. John and Sis. Sandra Henry
Our mission is to celebrate the sanctity of marriage by strengthening the bond between spouses and God by encouraging and providing helpful tools while fellowshipping with other Christian couples.

First Responders

Coordinator: Sis. Sheryl Lyons
The first responder empowerment ministry’s purpose is to help and support our members and visitors in need of medical assistance and encourage our members to live a healthy lifestyle as possible. No medical advice given but encouraged to maintain their health by visiting their physician regularly and knowing you’re own body’s numbers.
Wives of Empowerment

Sister Victoria Bogan
Wives of Empowerment Coordinator

Sister LaShawn McGrue
Wives of Empowerment Coordinator
Mission: To cultivate a Christ centered approach to marriage, through spiritual based teachings and fellowship with other wives.
This ministry meets twice a month via Zoom to study and discuss a specific book written to enhance marriages. It provides encouragement, support, and sisterhood for wives as they stand beside, support, and work with their husbands throughout this Christian journey. In addition, the ministry group meets in person (once per quarter) to enjoy brunch, dinner, or an activity together, at a local establishment.
Day/Time: Every other Saturday/10:00 am (EST)
Hashtags: Better Together; Iron Sharpens Iron
Daughters of Excellence

Dr. Vanessa Alford
Daughters of Excellence Director
Coordinators: Sis. Delores McLauchlin & Sis. Vanessa Alford
The Daughters of Excellence is designed to expose girls ages 9-18 to spiritual, cultural, educational, and social opportunities that will create a solid foundation for growth into spirit-led, well-rounded women.
These opportunities are provided through monthly teaching sessions, annual leadership institutes, formal balls, college visitations, community service projects, and so much more!
Get Involved!
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