2011 PWOC Northeast
Region Conference

Brenda Pace, Keynote Speaker

Brenda Pace is an author and speaker with a passion for bringing encouragement and hope to women. She is frequently asked to share her message with women in both local church and military chapel settings. She has been the keynote speaker for women's retreats in Korea, Japan, Turkey, Germany, Italy, and numerous locations across the United States. Her personal experience along with specialized training and education in leadership, has equipped her to encourage and mentor women to develop their full potential for serving in Christ's kingdom. Along with friend and co-author Carol McGlothlin, Brenda has sought to expound on that message through the publication of Medals above My Heart (B&H) and The One Year Yellow Ribbon Devotional (Tyndale House).

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Sarah McKinney, Worship Leader

Sarah McKinney is a vocal artist and worship leader whose passionate heart and meaningful performances have won her acclaim with both local and military communities alike. Recently, her powerful vocals have been frequently heard leading various event groups in the singing of the National Anthem, a song that she will tell you is one of her most favorite songs to sing. "There is so much history to be found in that song…so much sacrifice. To sing it well, to invite others to really listen to the words…I mean really hear its meaning again instead of just going through the motions. It's important to invite others to join in earnest in the great endeavor to lift high the things that matter most. God's great faithfulness is so powerfully communicated in the lyrics...and it's worth singing about!" In 2009 she released her debut album, "Immeasurably More" and has since been working on a second album, to be released within the next year. Sarah has been involved in Protestant Women of the Chapel for the last 7 years and has served in the positions of Titus 2, prayer coordinator, worship leader, and Bible study teacher. She is currently enjoys leading worship for the Crossroads Service at Fort Benning, GA, where she lives with her husband, Chaplain Jeff McKinney and three beautiful children. To read more about Sarah's testimony and heart for music, please visit Sarah's website.