A woman with the heart of a servant of God and His Word, she knows the importance of serving others before you can lead. A mother of four children, she considers her “Gifts from God”!

She is the founder of a ministry near and dear to her heart…Restoring Beauty from Ashes. This ministry is a reflection of her own life. She believes herself to be a survivor, a conqueror, a testimony. She will reach out to others that the world has disregarded and have devalued their worth, as she helps them to not only uncover, but then to restore their beauty and worth!

As a devoted member of Abundant Life Christian Center, she has been involved in many ministries, Elevate Kidz, an adult leader in Velocity, mentors teenagers, grades 6th-12th and serves on the Loaves and Fishes outreach ministry team.

To learn more about Anika, please visit her website: http://restoringbeautyfromashes.org

Praise for “Beauty from Ashes”

“Anika’s transparent testimony of –the ashes in life bringing forth beauty– is inspiring. As you read through her story you will hear of a young woman who would not allow the circumstances in life to keep her from finding healing and success. I found that I can identify with the “burning desire” that has pushed her onward. The best is yet to come.”

Reverend Susan Clarke, Founder/President of Renewed In His Presence Ministries

“Anika Reese offers a sentimental love story from God to women that help them remain encouraged and know that God can truly bring beauty to ashes. Her story blesses the heart of women to be encouraged to believe God beyond the ashes of their broken dreams.”

JenRene Owens