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.
A key aspect of Brenda's focus has been dedicated to develop women to serve as leaders in women's ministry. She gained practical experience serving at every level of leadership in the military women's organization, Protestant Women of the Chapel, from president of a local chapter to national leadership as the president of Protestant Women of the Chapel-USA. 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.
As a result of her desire to encourage military spouses Brenda coauthored the devotional book Medals above My Heart, with her friend and fellow military spouse Carol McGlothlin (Broadman and Holman). Brenda and Carol also wrote The One Year Yellow Ribbon Devotional, Taking a Stand in Prayer for Our Nation and Those Who Serve (Tyndale House), for both military and civilian readers. Both books are enjoying the success of a second printing.
Brenda has also written a Bible study for the American Bible Society for the Women's E100 Military Edition (www.E100Women.com). She is a contributing author to Stories of Faith and Courage from the Homefront.
Brenda holds a BA in education from Lee University, a MEd from Columbus State University, and a MA in Christian Leadership from Liberty Theological Seminary. She is currently a DMin participant at the Assembly of God Theological Seminary in Springfield, MO.
Brenda has recently returned to Tennessee, the place of her birth with her husband Richard. A retired US Army Chaplain with 28 years of service, Richard serves as the Chaplain Endorser and Coordinator for Vocational Chaplains at the Church of God Chaplains Commission. The Pace's are the parents of two married sons and the proud grandparents of four terrific grandkids.
Medals above My Heart is a book of collected life stories that offer a spiritual focus on the rewards of military life. Although their husbands wear their medals on their uniforms, the wives of servicemen have medals they wear over their hearts too. These may not be tangible medals, but they include the benefits of personal character, leadership development, adventure, relationships and opportunities for service. Each story in this encouraging book includes a Scripture, a prayer and an uplifting message that is sure to encourage and inspire the reader. This book is a great gift for military spouses or anyone who has a desire to better understand military life. Order Now
The One Year© Yellow Ribbon Devotional (Tyndale House Publishers, October 2008) by Brenda Pace and Carol McGlothlin is meant to bring hope in the midst of tough times. The Yellow Ribbon Devotional includes daily encouragement and prayer topics for our country, soldiers, and all those in harm’s way. It also gives those in the civilian community a greater understanding of the military culture and serves as a tool in praying for America and those who proudly wear the uniform of service. “The call to take a stand in prayer on behalf of our nation, and for those who serve, is one we can all answer,” say Brenda and Carol. As those left behind struggle to find contentment and hope, this devotional will meet their needs as well as encourage all Americans to take a stand by praying for their country and the men and women in the our armed services. Order Now
Retreats
Most of these sessions were designed as 40-60 minute talks. Brenda can provide handouts or notes and she includes interactive activities that often utilize props and multi-media visuals. Each of these talks may be modified and used for a single talk. Additional talks for special events or specific topics can be arranged. Contact Brenda for more information.
Where Is S.H.E.? A Woman's Quest For Simplicity, Humility And Excellence
His Building In You
Prepare For The Bridegroom
His Patchwork In My Life (Quilt theme)
MySPACE At The Redeemer's Feet
Spiritual Warfare
A Harvest Of God's Good Work In My Life
(Based on Galatains 6:9)
Rooted In Love, Growing In Christ (Eph. 3:17-19)
What's this thing called UNITY?
The Princess And The P's
(A Retreat On Contentment)
Spiritual Housecleaning
Single Sessions
The Challenge of Forgiveness
Becoming A Courage Planter
Baskets of Blessing
A Righteous Nation?
The Gift of Time
Going for the Glory (Christmas)
Resurrection Boutique
A Woman's Field Survival Guide
Deep Spirited Friends
The Seasons of a Woman's Life
Beating The Blues
"Purse"uing His Peace
Your Delightful Story...Spiritual Journaling
The Message of the Yellow Ribbon
Sessions Especially For A Military Audience
Thrive Or Survive (Deployment)
A Change of Direction
(A Deployment/Reintigration Retreat)
Leadership Retreats And Sessions
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). You can find out more about Brenda and her ministry at www.brendapace.com.
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2013
January 3, Carlisle, PA-Women's event (keynote)
February 11, Ft. Campbell, KY-Women's event (keynote)
March 1-3, Ft. Riley, KS-Women's Retreat (keynote)
March 8-10, Pensacola, FL-Women's Retreat (keynote)
March 13, Savannah, GA-Women's Day Retreat (keynote)
March 22-24, Fayetteville, NC-Women's Retreat (keynote)
April 5-7, Colorado Springs, CO-Women's Retreat (keynote)
April 12-14, Elizabethtown, KY-Women's Retreat (keynote)
May 3, Carlisle, PA-Ancora Conference (workshop leader)
June 9-15, Spring Canyon, CO-Heroes on the Homefront Conference (keynote)
2012
February 10-12, Atlanta, GA- Women's Retreat (keynote)
March 9-11, Enterprise, AL-Women's Retreat (keynote)
March 23-25, Seoul, South Korea-Women's Retreat (keynote)
March 30-April 2, West Point, NY-Women's Retreat (keynote)
April 27-29, Columbus, Georgia-Women's Retreat (keynote)
June 16-23, Spring Canyon, CO-Heroes on the Home Front Retreat (keynote)
July 17, Columbus, GA-Leadership Conference (keynote)
July 21-22, Orlando, FL-Vocational Chaplain Retreat (workshop leader)
August 7-8, Seattle, WA-Women's event (keynote)
October 23-28, 2012 West Point, NY-female cadet and women's ministry events (keynote)
November 1-4, Nashville, TN-PWOCI Conference (workshop leader)
2011
January 6, Carlisle, PA-Women's Ministry event (keynote)
January 15, Washington DC-Women's Ministry event (keynote)
January 27, Augusta, GA-Warren Baptist Church Women's Ministry event (keynote)
January 28-30, Augusta, GA-Women's Retreat (keynote)
February 11, Atlanta, GA-Couples event (guest soloist)
March 17, Atlanta, GA-Women's Ministry event (keynote)
March 18-19, Pensacola, FL-Women's Retreat (keynote)
April 1-3, Tucson, AZ-Women's Retreat (keynote)
May 14-15, Ft Lee, VA-Women's Retreat (Sat. keynote)
July 8-10, Washington DC-Leadership Training (trainer) >
July 16-23, Spring Canyon, CO-Heroes on the HomeFront Conference (keynote)
September 24, Nashville, TN-Wives of Faith Conference (Saturday keynote)
November 3-6, Sandy Cove, MD-PWOC NE Region Conference (keynote)
2010
February 18, Atlanta, GA-Women's Ministry event (keynote)
March 1, Pine, Mt., GA-Women's Ministry event (keynote)
March 25, Atlanta, GA-Women in History luncheon (guest soloist)
April 4, Atlanta, GA-Ft. McPherson Sunrise Service (guest soloist)
April 15-19, Ft. Riley, KS-Women's Ministry retreat (keynote)
April 23-25, El Paso, TX-Women's Ministry retreat (keynote)
April 29-May 2, Fairbanks, Alaksa-Leadership Training (trainer)
May 6, Atlanta, GA-Ft. McPherson National Day of Prayer breakfast (guest soloist)
May 7-9, Monterey, CA-Strengthening the Cords of Relationship Conference (keynote w/Judy Rossi)
May 12-16, Willingen, Germany-Leadership Training (trainer)
June 29, Ft. Campbell, KY-Women's Ministry event (keynote)
July 5-9, Spring Canyon, CO-Heroes on the HomeFront (keynote)
July 9-11, Columbus, GA-Leadership Training (trainer)
August 19-22, Washington DC-Women's Ministry Leadership Training (trainer)
August 31, Faytetteville, NC-Women's Ministry event (keynote)
September 8, Savannah, GA-Strengthening the Cords of Relationship (keynote w/Judy Rossi)
October 22-23, Ft. Knox, KY-Women's Ministry retreat (keynote)
November 4-7, Willingen, Germany-Protestant Women of the Chapel Europe Worship and Study Conference (workshop leader)
November 10-14, Dallas, TX-Protestant Women of the Chapel International Conference (workshop leader)
November 17, San Antonio, TX-Women's Ministry event (keynote)
2009
February 21, Washington, DC-NE Region Board Leadership Training (keynote)
February 27-29, Okinawa, Japan-Kadena AFB Women's Ministry retreat (keynote)
March 19, Hagerstown, MD-Virginia Avenue Church of God Women's Ministry event (keynote)
March 27-29, Charlottsville, VA-Church of the Holy Spirit of Roanoke Women's Ministry retreat (keynote)
April 6-8, Ft. Polk, LA-Strengthening the Cords of Relationship retreat (keynote w/Judy Rossi)
May 15-17, Virginia Beach, VA-Women's Ministry retreat (keynote)
May 21, Ft. Belvoir, VA-Women's Ministry event (keynote)
June 8-13, Spring Canyon, CO-Heroes on the Homefront Conference (keynote)
June 14, Ft. Mill, SC-Ft. Mill Church of God Women's Ministry event (keynote)
July 16-18, Lawton, OK-Central Region PWOC Leadership Weekend (keynote)
September 12, Columbus, GA-Women's Ministry event (keynote)
October 1, Augusta, GA-Women's Ministry event/Chaplain's Appreciation luncheon (keynote)
October 9-10, Emerald Isle, NC-Camp Lejuene CREDO Women's retreat (keynote)
October 23-25, Honolulu, HI-Pacific Region PWOC Conference (keynote)
October 27, Hickham AFB, HI-Leadership Training (keynote)
October 28, K-Bay Marine Base, HI-MOPS (keynote)
November 5-8, Atlanta, GA-PWOC Southeast Region Conference (workshop leader/vendor)
2008
January 3, Carlisle, PA-Women's Ministry event (keynote)
January 25-27, Fayetteville, NC-Women's Ministry retreat (keynote)
March 3, Columbus, GA-Women's Ministry event (keynote)
March 26, Ft. Meade, MD-Women's Ministry event (keynote)
April 17-22, Okinawa, Japan-Leadership Training/trainer; Women's Ministry retreat (keynote)
April 24, Ft. Belvoir, VA-Women's Ministry event (keynote)
May 2, Ft. Campbell, KY-Leadership Training (trainer)
May 9-11, Guantonamo Bay, Cuba-Leadership Training (trainer)
May 20, Carlisle, PA-Leadership Training (trainer)
May 22, Qunatico, VA-Leadership Training (trainer)
May 29, APG, MD-Leadership Training (trainer)
June 7-13, Spring Canyon, CO-Heroes on the Homefront Conference (keynote)
September 2, Ft. Leonardwood, MO-Women's Ministry event (keynote)
November 13-16, Dallas, TX-PWOCI Conference (workshop speaker/vendor)
December 10, Washington, DC-Pentagon Prayer Breakfast (keynote)
2007
November 8-12, Lake of the Ozarks, MO; Keynote speaker Central Region Fall Focus
November 2-3, Beckley, W. VA; Keynote speaker Family Worship Center women’s retreat
October, 13, Waldorf, MD; Keynote speaker New Life Church women’s ministry launch
September 20, Fort Lee, VA; Keynote speaker PWOC fall kickoff
September 14-18, Anchorage, Alaska; Keynote speaker regional Fall Focus Conference
June 9-15, Spring Canyon, CO; speaker Heroes on the Homefront
May 31, Carlisle, PA; Leadership Training
May 26-28, Stone Mountain, GA; speaker w/Carol McGlothlin; Task Force Patriot Salute to the Troops
April 27-May 1, Willigen, Germany; Workshop Leader PWOC May Training Conference
April 26, Heidelberg, Germany; Keynote speaker PWOC
April 24, Naples, Italy; Keynote speaker PWOC
April 13-16, Fort Monroe, VA; Keynote speaker PWOC spring retreat
March 27-April 2, Okinawa, Japan; Leadership Training
March, 15, Fort Belvoir, VA; Keynote speaker PWOC
February, 23-26, White Sulphur Springs, PA; Keynote speaker, Quantico WOC women’s retreat