1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 “May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The one who calls you is faithful and will do it.”
Recapturing the hearts of women for Jesus | Worshipping through spirit, soul & body
Walking in the image of God | Redefining your image | Seeking God & pursuing adventure
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Want to get involved but you’re not sure you can financially commit?
Imago Dei Ministries desires that no woman be unable to participate in our offerings due to financial obligation. If there is a financial need whether it be the purchase of a bible study book or payment on a trip we are offering we offer need based assistance.
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Are you or someone you know at a place in need of healing? Are you the woman who just wanted to touch the hem of His robe knowing He would heal you? We are looking for that lady to sponsor on the next Image Quest. A time of renewal and healing with our Savior and your sisters in Christ during this weekend of reflection.
There are a few simple guidelines to follow:
- In a place of need for healing; spiritual, physical, or mental
- Nominate self or someone else
- Never attended a Quest before
- Financial need
Please write a brief synopsis of one or two paragraphs including contact info for recipient; name, address, phone, email.
I remember so clearly the day that my husband came home and told me that his unit would be deploying for a year to Afghanistan. My brain was filled with thoughts of fear and uncertainty; not only for my husband’s safety but for my son and my heart as well as our hero would be gone for a year in a very unsafe place.
That year was the longest, hardest, and richest year of my life. Imago Dei played the lead role in my year turning out to be the richest. As we quickly learned, my husband was in an extremely dangerous area without much aid. And for the first few months of his deployment, I felt that while I was in a physically “safe” place, I felt like my heart and mind were in an extremely dangerous area without much aid to be found. Then I was invited to an Imago Dei Bible Study and exercise fellowship by a friend. Imago Dei was the life raft that I needed. God sent these ladies as my aid in my own wartime. Any military spouse knows that the time that your partner is deployed is an extremely lonely and helpless time. I can send care packages, relish in spotty Skype calls, and pray like it’s the only lifeline I have but we all know that anything could happen to our soldier over there because it is the most raw lesson in relinquishing control. But Imago Dei took those fears and calmed them by speaking Truth, giving constant encouragement, and gave me a safe haven. (Not to mention they got my bod in shape for Sam’s mid-tour leave!)
A Quarter Master in the military is someone who brings aid to soldiers in need. Imago Dei was the Quarter Master in my greatest time of need. This fund has been started to help military spouses so they can experience the same safe haven in Imago Dei’s opportunities that I did. We have a saying in the military when things get hard on families and it unites us, “Mission First”. Well, Imago Dei lives this every day as they fulfill “Mission First” in women’s lives. It was God’s mercy that they fulfilled that mission of love in me.
It was at a Christian women’s conference in the summer of 2005 that God gave Tina Parker the desire to minister to women. Later that fall, Tina went on an athletic adventure and it was there that God began to reveal the vision of Imago Dei Ministries. This ministry was born out of a desire for women to see themselves as God sees them and an absolute love of any athletic endeavor. God has sent a team of women to come along Tina whose combination of unique gifts and talents have allowed the ministry to expand and grow.
Imago Dei offerings now include a bi weekly Bible study, Imago Dei in Action (IDA’s) inspiring day adventures and Image Quest.
Our Leadership Team
Tina Parker: Loving Loud Leader
Tina, of Imago Dei Ministries, is passionate about guiding women to see themselves as God does. She enjoys supporting her husband, Bryan, and their three children, and has a love for athletic pursuits, including marathons and triathlons. Inspired by Romans 10:14-15, Tina is dedicated to sharing the good news and leading others in their spiritual journeys.
Gwynn Smithdeal: Queen of Administration
Gwynn, wife to Trip and mother of three, is dedicated to organizing and planning within Imago Dei Ministries. Guided by Psalm 27:4, she seeks to dwell in the Lord’s presence and contribute to showering women with God’s love. Gwynn’s strong faith and organizational skills are invaluable to the ministry.
Karen Simmons: Body Enrichment Enthusiast
Karen, a fitness trainer and mother of four energetic boys, is committed to encouraging individuals to realize their potential in Christ. She emphasizes Philippians 4:13, inspiring others to rely on Christ’s strength in all endeavors. Karen brings enthusiasm and a nurturing spirit to the Imago Dei leadership team.
Ryan Leigh Runyon
Ryan Leigh joined the leadership team in the summer of 2017. She is married to Joe, and they are parents to Jonah and Maggie. Ryan Leigh enjoys sewing, tending to her small flock of chickens, and camping. She values one-on-one time with friends and has been involved with Imago Dei since 2005, participating in various events and studies. Philippians 4:13 has been a source of strength for her during challenging times.
Barbara McQuiston
Barbara has been married to Brian for 28 years and has two grown daughters. She works as a Vice President of Human Resources for a local technology company. Barbara joined Imago Dei during their first Bible study and credits the ministry with deepening her walk with the Lord and establishing supportive relationships with other women. She believes in the importance of building relationships and strengthening sisterhood in Christ, as reflected in Colossians 3:12-14.
Mary Elizabeth Peacock
Mary Elizabeth, Imago Dei’s Childcare Coordinator, has a passion for children and has transitioned from classroom teaching to focus on her family. She is married to Brian and is a mother of three: Jacob, Allie Sutton, and Reynolds.
God has called us to seek Him for the hearts of women. We are called to lead and guide women as the Holy Spirit takes them on a journey to redefine their images. Our desire is for each woman to find her true definition and to reflect the image in which she was created, the image of Almighty God.
We seek to help each women reflect this image in spirit soul and body.
Our Board of Directors
Dayne Griffin
nurse practitioner; women’s bible teacher and Storehouse for Jesus volunteer
David Rainey
adolescent physician and leader of Haiti mission teams
Karan Reavis
bible teacher and elder of Reynolda church
Jennifer Neal
homeschool educator and mother
Stefoni Shaw
elementary educator and mother
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Peggy Tolerico
foster parent and administrative assistant for family owned business of Bryan and Tina Parker, MidSouth Irrigation
Fred Uberseder
owner of Proline Hidden Fence of the Triad and church leader
Alan Wright
pastor of Reynolda church; author and speaker
Anne Wright
wife of Alan Wright and homeschool educator
Jeff Zinger
owner of Nehemiah Construction and active volunteer in YoungLife Ministries
Friends of Imago Dei Ministries
