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CONTACT: Lisa Burkhardt Worley
972-809-6394
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CWIMA Connect Groups Ring in the New Year
Media Professionals Gather In-Person January 20th
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January 6, 2022 – Dallas, TX. – Christian Women in Media (CWIMA) members will come together at Connect Events across the country on Thursday, January 20th. Attendees will receive valuable media training and will be encouraged by inspirational messages from well-known professionals in media.
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There are twelve Connect Groups located in the United States: Dallas, Texas; Atlanta, Georgia; Nashville, Tennessee; Charlotte, North Carolina; Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Hot Springs, Arkansas, Savannah, Georgia, Riverside, California, Yakima, Washington, Maryland, Akron, Ohio and Austin, Texas. Check the CWIMA website at www.cwima.org to see if your city is meeting.
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The Dallas Connect, led by Tracey Mitchell, will feature Award-Winning Film Director and Producer, Tammy Lane. Lane is the Founder and President of Capernaum Village Studios, a unique film set and event center distributed over 40 acres outside of Weatherford, Texas. Capernaum has been utilized for great film projects like The Chosen series and The Penitent Thief. Lane has also written and directed four live theatrical productions that are held at Capernaum annually. In addition, Lane has produced and directed short films and music videos, including Crimson and a reality series called Mission Reality. Her latest endeavor is an episodic series, Washington’s Armor.
The Dallas Professional Enrichment Presentation: “Media: God’s Platform,” will be given by Lisa Burkhardt Worley. Burkhardt Worley is the Executive Producer and Co-Host of POP Talk, a topical and evangelical television and radio program, now seen and heard on over a dozen platforms. She is also a ten-time award-winning author of ten books, including her book to help the fatherless, The Only Father I Ever Knew.
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The Dallas Connect meets Thursday January 20 at 11:30am at the Park City Club, 5956 Sherry Lane, #1700. Cost is $35. Registrations must be in by Tuesday, January 18th at 3:00pm.
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Actress Shannen Fields is the keynote speaker in Atlanta. Fields is an Award-Winning Actress who has a feature role in the upcoming movie, Redeemed. Her career was launched when she portrayed Brooke Taylor in the 2006 film, Facing the Giants. In addition to acting, Fields loves sharing her story with women and girls of all ages. She recently teamed up with Michelle Robinson, CEO and Founder of “Shine Like a Boss” events and Boss Talk magazine and the two will embark on a speaking tour this year. The Atlanta Connect Group is led by TV Host and Author Destiny Yarbrough. The group meets 7:00 p.m. at Ted’s Montana Grill, located at 6100 Avalon Boulevard in Alpharetta, Georgia.
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Music will be the focus in Yakima, Washington, overseen by Tina Wanamaker. The speaker will be Rita Lidstrom. Rita and her husband, Dale, have been involved in international music ministry for over fifty years. She will share about her international travels, challenges in ministry and about the process of CD compilation. The Yakima Connect gathers at Noon at 2800 W. Viola in Yakima. There is no cost for the lunch, thanks to a benefactor.
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Tonja Miles is the Inspirational Speaker in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Miles is a Radio and Talk Show Host. She is also an ordained minister, community activist, certified peer support specialist, and veteran subject-matter-expert for community based and systemic approaches to promote mental wellness and rehabilitation for recovery. She was nationally recognized by President George W. Bush during his 2003 State of the Union Address for her “personal perseverance in recovery and the work she does in the community.” The Baton Rouge Connect led by Beth Townsend, meets at Lighthouse Coffee, 257 Lee Drive in Baton Rouge. There is a networking time at 11:30 a.m. with the meeting from Noon-1:00 p.m.
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“It’s another great lineup of presenters,” said Tracey Mitchell, Senior Vice-President of National Connections. “We hope everyone will start the New Year right by taking advantage of the training and inspiration they will receive at the Connect Events.”
For more details on the CWIMA Connect meetings and to register, go to www.cwima.org/events.
The next CWIMA online ZOOM event is scheduled for Thursday, February 17th. To become a member of Christian Women in Media, visit CWIMA’s website at: https://cwima.org/.
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About Christian Women in Media Association: Christian Women in Media Association (CWIMA) is a professional association dedicated to connecting women in purpose and vision. With a national platform focused on impacting our culture through media, our members work in the fields of social media, film, TV, radio, publishing, music, the arts, and entertainment. The organization promotes and provides opportunities for industry networking, professional equipping, and spiritual inspiration. CWIMA provides global conferences, music showcases, regional events, local networks, and international outreach.
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The Heart of Mercy Mission (HMM) since 2019, is the charitable division of Christian Women in Media Association. The mission of the Heart of Mercy Mission is to rescue, redeem and restore women through the power of Christ and tangible humanitarian efforts. God’s heart is for the those who are oppressed, disadvantaged, and abused. May we reflect God’s heart by showing love and mercy to the abused women globally.
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