Featured Speakers

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Speaking Thru Me Ministries has a seasoned team of speakers who have a passion for teaching Biblical truths to women of all ages. From a small church event to a large conference, our speakers are gifted in communicating the Word of God in a powerful and effective way.

Please click on a Speaker's Name below to see her professional bio, or scroll down to see all of our Speaker Team.

Also, to see a Speaker's personal side, click on her blog site. Our speakers keep updated, personal/devotional blogs giving insight into their families, their passions and their speaking styles.

Leigh Gray

President and Founder

Carmi, IL

Leigh Gray is married to Clayton and has four children: Tucker, Emmajoy, Sarahjane, and Elleigh. She is the author of Mommy Moments Devotional booklet and Journaling the Joy of Jesus; an intimate look into her personal walk with the LORD. In May of 2006, Speaking Thru Me Ministries was established. Leigh is very outgoing, adventurous, and never gives up. She has tried out for Survivor and is still waiting for her “call back.” Leigh enjoys lunch dates, family outings, fitness, playing sports, and Friday night dates with her husband!

Visit Leigh's Blog - Speaking Thru Me

Endorsements

“I know Leigh to be a woman of deep conviction, strong faith, and unwavering commitment to Christ and her family. As her pastor for several years I observed her love for Christ and her commitment to the Gospel. As a friend and one time pastor, I give Leigh my hardy and unreserved endorsement.”

Clint Pressley, Senior Pastor

Dauphin Way Baptist Church, Mobile, Alabama

"The more I hear from our ladies, I realize how much the Lord used the amazing depth of your passion and intensity for Him and His word to speak, to confirm, and to penetrate. One of the common themes in e-mails and phone calls has been the excitement the ladies felt in being able to truly relate to you. They grew in knowledge and understanding as you proclaimed His word and began to truly desire that the LORD would sink a fire and a passion for Him within them, as intense and passionate as yours."

Kathy Sorrell

College Heights Baptist, Soldotna, Alaska

"Leigh Gray is a powerful woman of God...her messages were a great mixture of truth, laughter and compassion. Our women loved how she was so transparent and shared her own real life experiences in relationship to the scriptures to which she was relating . She speaks to today's issues and has a wonderful ability of blending humor with biblical truths to make her messages fun, challenging, convicting, and God glorifying. The comments from our women tell us that they have come away refreshed and renewed in their walk with the Lord. We hope to have Leigh come back in the near future to speak to our young women and teens."

Linda Tidwell

Brentwood Baptist Church, Brentwood, TN

“I have known Leigh Gray for many years, and I have rarely known a woman with a stronger character, or a more Godly spirit, than Leigh. She has a phenomenal heart, and a mind to match. Not only should we listen to what God has shown her, the Christian world would do well to follow her example. Eternity is too long, and time is too precious to play games. She is the real thing.”

Dr. Ergun Mehmet Caner, Dean

Liberty Theological Seminary, Liberty University

Passions

Passion and authentic realness exudes from Leigh Gray. She is transparent and captivating as she shares her successes and failures of her walk with the Lord. Leigh connects with her audience, communicating through wit, humor, and a genuine heart. Poured over in prayer and Biblically based, Leigh’s messages will inspire, motivate, and enlighten women all over the world.

Topics

Beauty and the Bedroom

Fasten your seatbelts and get ready to discover the intimacy God created for marriage. With five clear-cut points, Leigh will help you spark Godly romance with your mate as you seek to bring passion into your marriage, as well as your bedroom. Warning: This topic includes detailed descriptions of seeing love through God's eyes based on the Song of Solomon.

Up Close and Personal

Family can be the most difficult of all relationships with which to be at peace. They see our ups and downs and yet are supposed to love us the same. And, we are to do the same with them! In this session, Leigh challenges us to ask ourselves some tough questions: Can our family members get up close and personal in our lives and still see Jesus? What about with our Lord? Can we allow Him to penetrate deep in our souls, so that we can reach real intimacy with our Savior? He does not want to be a stranger, and He is so much more than an acquaintance or friend. Do we know the Lord up close and personal?

Christmas Hearts and Holiday Hope

Leigh takes us on a holiday journey inviting us to learn from a woman whose heart and life was changed that first Christmas. Just like Mary, we'll be challenged to treasure all that God's given us and ponder it in our hearts through the holidays. We'll start in the manger and meet the One that brings hope for all who seek Him as Leigh invites us up close and into a personal walk with the Lord from the manger to the cross. Prepare your heart for a message with holiday hope as we take a new look at CHRISTmas!!

Leigh has other speaking topics. She is also willing to create a message to meet the needs of your event. Click, Contact Us to receive more information on Leigh.

Ginger Moore

Vice President and Co-Founder

Goodlettsville, TN

Ginger Moore is a native of Tennessee and currently resides in the Nashville area. She is married to Russ and is the mother of three blessings ages 4, 6 and 9. Her heart for wanting to see other women develop an intimate relationship with the Lord has led her to be the Director of the Women's Ministry at Parkway Baptist Church in Goodlettsville, TN. Ginger also enjoys leading in-depth women's Bible studies.

Visit Ginger's Blog

Hillbilly Heiress

Endorsements

"An engaging and dynamic speaker, Ginger's abiding faith in Christ is beautifully reflected as she shares truths from God's Word along with her personal life stories. Women will see in Ginger what I've seen for years: a friend who provides a safe place for sharing hearts, hurts, and hopes."

Rebecca Ingram Powell

Columnist, ParentLife magazine

"Ginger is a wonderfully gifted young woman who has a passion to speak for the Lord. l am convinced that it is indeed a call of God upon her life. She is a blessing to me and to this church fellowship. However, I believe that she is going to be an even greater blessing to the kingdom of God."

James R. Moore

Pastor, Parkway Baptist Church

"The first thing you notice about Ginger is that the Spirit of God radiates from her life and from her teaching. Hearing from Ginger's heart is like hearing from the heart of God. With a background in communications, theater, and Biblical studies, God has prepared Ginger to teach His Word in such a way it inspires audiences to new heights. If you are seeking a gifted teacher and communicator who is warm, funny and effective, then Ginger is the speaker for your event."

Micca Campbell

Director of Outreach, Proverbs 31 Ministries

"Ginger brings the Word to life in a way that anyone can understand. She is energetic and dramatic in her teaching, making God's Word literally leap off the pages and into your heart. She digs deep into the Scriptures and makes her audience want to do the same."

Tyra Hunt

Audience Participant

Passions

The calling for ministry God has placed on Ginger's life is made evident by her passion to encourage women to hunger for a closer walk with God. With a desire to see women not just live, but thrive, Ginger offers God's peace, perspective, and truth to today's busy woman. She is vulnerable and transparent as she shares God's Word and how it applies to everyday life. As a gifted communicator, Ginger speaks with wisdom women need, with humor they enjoy, and with sincerity they remember.

Topics

Orphan Awareness

Not everyone is called to adopt. Not all can financially give to support the orphan. So what can the body of Chirst do? What does Scripture say about defending the fatherless? This topic can be used alone or in several sessions to increase awarenss in your church as to God's calling for orphan care.

God, Are You Speaking?

Do you believe that God wants to speak to you? That's a difficult concept to grasp, but a truth that is found in the very Word of God. God not only wants to speak with you -- He desires for you to anticipate His voice. What an exciting way to live! This topic provides powerful insights to encourage you to have a closer walk with Christ.

Learning To Be Still In A Fast Paced World

No matter what season of life you find yourself in - life is busy. We are always on the go and being still doesn't come easy to most of us. Daily activities, as well as larger life circumstances that are out of our control, can become overwhelming. So what can we do to get away from it all? Find out in this interesting session.

The Way He Thinks

Every woman thinks it's ridiculous that a man will not stop and ask for directions - right? But, do you know why he doesn't sop and ask for directions? This session is not just for married women. Anyone who has a man in their life (spouse, son, brother, co-worker) can benefit from the thought provoking information discovered in this topic.

Ginger has other speaking topics. She is also willing to create a message to meet the needs of your event. Click, Contact Us to receive more information on Ginger.

Teresa Cocke

Speaker

Mason, TN

Teresa is a wife and mother whose first and foremost ministry is her family. She lives in Braden, Tennessee with her husband, Chester, their 3 children, 4 horses, 3 cats, 1 dog and 1 mother-in-law! They are a group of individuals divinely knitted together by the God of the universe. They experience the same ups and downs as most families, but as Christ as head of their home love and forgiveness flow freely…(as well as a few pranks and lots of laughter!)

Visit Teresa's Blog - A Refreshed Heart

Endorsements

Passions

I am overwhelmed that the God of the universe not only created me and redeemed me, but desires a close intimate relationship with me. And there is a place with Him that only I can fulfill! I try daily to wrap my limited brain around that. When I see women walking around like the living dead, my heart aches. This is not what He desires for them. I am passionate about speaking to women about this. The God of the universe thinks they are beautiful and wants them to draw close to Him. It doesn’t matter if a woman is 20 or 90 she still needs to hear that the “…. King is enthralled with her beauty.” We all need to be reminded of Ephesians 3:19, “and to know this love that surpasses knowledge-that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.” I also have a passion for young mothers. I have walked that path and survived! Thank you, Lord! And I love sharing how to find God’s goodness in the midst of sippy cups and diapers!

Topics

Taking Hold of Our Inheritance in Christ

Journey to the Old Testament and see how the Israelites took hold of their inheritance and then apply it to you life today. We too have an inheritance; given to us by the same Holy God! Far too many of us have “settled” for what this world has to offer. But our heavenly Father has much to give us in these times of trouble…most importantly- peace, His peace. Let’s study Caleb and Joshua and even some daughters who boldly asked for their inheritance! This is an exciting trip to the Old Testament that we can learn from and live by!

Just Do It!

Sometimes we need to put the rubber to the road! And just do it! We need to put movement to our faith. Let’s look at Ruth, Naomi and Boaz and see how these three did just that. God had a divine purpose for their lives, just as He does for ours. However, they didn’t sit around on a fluffy white cloud waiting on the Lord. They got up and did the next thing. Be encouraged to do the same.

The King is Enthralled with Your Beauty

When is the last time you felt truly beautiful? Maybe your wedding day, maybe that great hair day back in 1984. There are few of us that truly feel beautiful. Through God’s word and the direction of the Holy Spirit, Teresa will encourage you and remind you that the one who created you is enthralled with your beauty.

Teresa has other speaking topics. She is also willing to create a message to meet the needs of your event. Click, Contact Us to receive more information on Teresa.

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Joy Trachsel

Speaker

Twinsburg, OH

Joy resides in Twinsburg, Ohio and is married to Wally. She has four children: Ashley, Ally, Austin and Alex (Her proud A-team). Joy loves God, fashion and HGTV. From pageants to parenting, Joy uses her life experiences to teach Biblical Truths to groups of all ages. As God leads her, Joy follows Him…in her favorite “high-heeled” shoes!

Visit Joy's Blog

A Life Can Be Change By One Pair of Shoes - Cinderella

Endorsements

“Over time I have had the pleasure of hearing Joy speak at various women's events. Not once have I ever been disappointed with her message. She speaks from a heart of love for God and His Word; always giving the impression that she cares about the things of God and for those He has created in His image. She is sincere, honest, and humorous in all she says. Her delivery is clear and extremely applicable to daily living. Women see Christ as their Savior as He speaks through Joy.”

Pat Beach, Retreat Coordinator

Hope Community Church

“It is with great enthusiasm that I highly recommend Joy Trachsel.

Having known Joy for 6 years, I have had the opportunity to see her engaged in hands-on ministry as a speaker, youth worker, cross-cultural missionary, and mother. Her passion for expanding God’s Kingdom is contagious. I have always marveled at Joy’s depth of character, humility, and sensitivity toward the things of God. Her Christ-like grace is balanced with a firm understanding of Scriptural truth. Joy has been blessed with the rare ability to put newcomers at ease with her outgoing yet gentle personality.”

Jonathan Herron, Lead Pastor

Catalyst Church

“Joy has a gift of conveying how God’s goodness and grace transcends into every day life. She connects with others through humor and real life stories as she shares the spiritual truths of Christ that transform our hearts and impact our lives. Her love for the Lord, and willingness to serve Him with her life, is evident and leaves you encouraged to live for Him.”

Leigh-Ann Brisbin, Author, Speaker

“Joy was very engaging and illustrated her points in a variety of ways. After hearing her speak, we asked her to return again! She was willing to meet our needs and adapt to our requests, which included developing questions for our small group time. Women of all ages and backgrounds were very pleased with her presentations.”

Leisel Lengyel, Retreat Planner

Homestead United Presbyterian Church

Passions

Joy’s passion for God and life is evident in her speaking. As a busy wife and mother, Joy knows firsthand the importance of walking with Christ. Her desire to see women of all ages embrace a life that makes Jesus “smile” drives her speaking ministry. With creative illustrations, Joy shares God’s love and the truth found in the beautiful “love letter” that He wrote us. Joy inspires women to be all that God has called them to be and to live the abundant life God wants to freely give.

Topics

I’ve got the crown…

Now what?

Many of us spend our entire lives trying to be what the world thinks we should be. We search for this in all the wrong places. I found beauty pageants a source of “temporary” fulfillment. There is a better and permanent source…Jesus Christ.

More Than 8 Glasses A Day

Diets are so Hard!!! The worst part for me is drinking all that water. It’s a discipline and I know makes the whole weight loss thing more successful. The Bible calls us to drink another kind of water…Living Water. The very word of God is described as water that will quench all thirst. John 4 talks about a life changing conversation that Christ had with a woman who was searching for drinking water but came away with Living Water.

Unshakable Faith

Oh if life were perfect!!! Think how much easier it would be to be a parent, a wife, or a friend if we were women after God’s own heart? How can we develop that Faith that can’t be shaken?

Joy has other speaking topics. She is also willing to create a message to meet the needs of your event. Click, Contact Us to receive more information on Joy.

Natalie Witcher

Speaker

Edmond, OK

If waxy chocolate donuts were a food group, Natalie would be the first to make them part of every meal. But, since they aren’t, she’ll keep her head about her and “feast” on what truly is important—the Word of God. She is a mom of three and a wife of one. She’s a friend, mentor, blogger, movie lover and is convinced that whenever a lazy thunderstorm rolls in, God ordered it just for her.

Visit Natalie's Blogs -I AM (not) and Stiletto Army

Endorsements

"It is my honor to recommend Natalie Witcher to you as a gifted and respected speaker. She is energetic, motivated, self-confident and fun.

A gifted pianist and singer, she has long been at home on the stage. When it comes to public speaking, she is a natural entertainer. Her stories bring a laugh and touch the heart, but her genuine intimacy with the Father always brings her focus back to Him.

Natalie's knowledge of and passion for God's Word gives her strength and wisdom beyond her years. She desires to help others know the real love and acceptance of our Father God.

Her heart connects with her audience in a special way."

Heidi Corona

Amarillo, TX

"What I love about Natalie is her absolute love and adoration for our Savior. In addition to that, she is one of the funniest, full of wit people I’ve ever met. It is not uncommon for you to hear God’s truth come from her lips followed by some Oklahoma jargon. Natalie is my “go-to” girl when I need to find something in the Word of God. She speaks truth not just because she has a head full of knowledge, but because she allows this to permeate her very being. You will not be disappointed when you come into contact with her."

Cindy Beall

Edmond, OK

"I have had the wonderful opportunity to sit under Natalie’s teaching through numerous bible studies. For several years, I have been a part of Bible Study Fellowship, Precept, and several other women’s bible studies. I can say without any hesitation that Natalie is one of the best bible teachers I have encountered. Her strong faith and love for our Lord reflects in her teaching. Natalie is extremely well prepared, engaging, challenging, and very humorous."

Cindy Mason

Executive Assistant to Direction Leadership Team

LifeChurch.tv Edmond, OK

Passions

This is the heartbeat of Natalie: the truth taught to others with love and sprinkled with laughter. There is no greater life than one walked with Christ, and Natalie enjoys walking it with others. It’s an honor and privilege to use the gift of teaching that God has seen fit to give her.

Topics

Living with Me

As followers of Christ, we women can struggle with identifying as His girl and identifying with the inside voice of failure, guilt, pride and the like. How do we live with ourselves and have the Spirit of Christ? Come listen as I let you in on some things God has to say about Living with Me.

Gucci or Goodwill: Either way, it’s still Baggage

If you’ve lived long enough to have had your heart broken, make a mistake, or be hurt then you have carried or are carrying spiritual baggage. It comes in all shapes and sizes. It can be torn and tattered like a carpet-bagger, or a new version of the latest Gucci slung over the shoulder of Tyra Banks. We can hide it. We can pretend to hide it. We might not know we even carry it.

This message will help identify piece of baggage that might be weighing you down and what you, through Christ, can do about it.

The Indwelling

A deep, but real look at who the Holy Spirit is and what He has to do with everyday, normal people like you and me. If we take a good look, we might find that he’s everything we need…and more.