Join us every fourth Tuesday of the Month. Live on Zoom In 2 Chronicles 7:11-22, following the completion of the temple. King Solomon appeals to the Lord on behalf of Israel as they honor God through worship, praise, and obedience. Many are familiar with God's response in verse 14: "...if My people who are called […]
Celebrate Women's History Month with our transformative Purple Table Series exploring influence, prayer, and community building. Join American Baptist Women's Ministries this March for a powerful month of connection and growth. In honor of Women’s History Month, we are launching the Purple Table Series: “It’s All About the Table!” This series is rooted in our […]
It’s time for our What’s Up ABWM? Regional Meetings! Join other American Baptist women from across the country as we hear from our national, region, association, and local leaders on women and girls’ ministries and fulfilling the mission, vision, purpose, and core values. Learn more about our ministry and mission as we seek to share […]
Domestic Violence Webinar: Empowering Communities to Combat Domestic Violence Through Faith-Based Education Thursdays: April 2, 9, and 16, 2026Time: TBDFormat: Virtual (Zoom) | Three-Part SeriesLed by Rev. Simone Oliver Texts of Horror and Healing What if scriptures that once felt difficult and harsh could become a source of healing? Join us for Text on Horror and […]
Save the Dates: Friday July 17- Saturday July 18, 2026 Join sisters from all over the country for an exciting time of worship, empowerment and love. We are coming together to dig deeper into what it means to build God's community, individually and corporately. We will have daily worship services, bible study, workshops and […]
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Karla Rivera Avilés serves as Director of Programs for American Baptist Women’s Ministries. A devoted Puerto Rican attorney with 18 years of experience, she has centered her career on advocating for survivors of domestic violence and sexual aggression. Her work reflects a strong commitment to justice, faith, and community service. Karla brings valuable experience from ecumenical work in Puerto Rico and Peru, particularly in championing the rights of women and children. At ABWM, she is dedicated to creating programs that empower women and girls to thrive through faith and courage.
Erin Davis began her journey at ABWM as a social media ambassador and now serves as the Marketing and Communications Director. With over 15 years of experience in the marketing industry, Erin brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. Her work at ABWM focuses on developing effective communication strategies, enhancing the organization’s visibility, and engaging with the community through innovative marketing efforts.
Rev. Dr. Christine A. Smith begins as Director of the Rudd Empowerment Center in October 2024, bringing extensive experience in leadership development, ministry, and advocacy. Rev. Dr. Smith is passionate about empowering women in ministry and providing them with the tools and resources to excel in their calling. Her leadership at the Rudd Empowerment Center focuses on advancing education, mentorship, and advocacy initiatives that support women both within and beyond the faith community. Committed to ABWM’s mission, she works to elevate the voices of women and girls globally, fostering an environment where their leadership can thrive.
Reverend LT Armstrong began as Executive Director of ABWM in July 2024, bringing a breath of experience to the role. Rev. LT Armstrong is dedicated to the spiritual, educational, and social growth of women and children, particularly girls. Her leadership focuses on innovative programming, strategic partnerships, and fostering a community where women and children can thrive. She is committed to advancing ABWM’s mission, ensuring that every woman and child is empowered through faith to advance beyond any obstacles or barriers they face.
Rev. Dr. Cassandra Foster began her journey at ABWM in 2022 as a content creator. In her new role as Outreach Coordinator, she brings her expertise and passion for connecting with and empowering communities. Reverend Cassandra focuses on building outreach strategies, representing ABWM at various conferences, and engaging women and girls in the organization’s mission. Her work ensures that every woman and child can connect, grow, thrive, and find a sense of belonging within the ABWM community. We invite you to connect with Reverend Cassandra to learn more about ABWM’s initiatives and explore ways to get involved. She is eager to engage with and support our community.
Lianne Quaynor began as our Program Coordinator in October 2024 focused on developing and coordinating programming to promote human rights, women’s empowerment and faith based advocacy at American Baptist Women’s Ministries. She brings experience working on global issues regarding women and girls rights and human rights for various non-profits and international organizations as well as with youth ministry in making spaces of faith more inclusive and intergenerational. She is passionate about education, volunteering, and social justice but most importantly being able to empower, elevate and equip women and girls to be leaders in making their dreams and aspirations a reality and the world a better place.