Retreat Speakers & Coaches

Kanita Rutley

Kanita Rutley is a missiologist, humanitarian, international speaker, worship artist & Bible teacher. After answering the call to full-time ministry in 2013, she has had the privilege to work alongside multiple Bible translation, Scripture engagement, prayer mobilization and evangelism initiatives.

Kanita currently serves as the Senior Manager of Global Prayer Mobilization at The Seed Company; a leading Bible translation organization working to provide access to every Bible-less language across the globe with Scripture. Her work in ministry has taken her to Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. She is also the founder of She Saves a Nation, a global nonprofit & disciple-making initiative that empowers marginalized girls in Kenya and Uganda to become leaders & agents of change within their nation and around the world. 

Kanita is married to her beloved husband, Minister Ryan Rutley, and they are the proud parents of two daughters, Rayn, and Kierstyn. Above all, Kanita is a servant, a disciple, and bold proclaimer of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

Grace Klein

Grace Wabuke Klein is a speaker and the author of Flourish: Finding Purpose in the Unknown and Unexpected Seasons of Life. Her passion is to encourage others to draw close to the heart of God and to live in their purpose. Grace and her husband, Phil, lead focus412, a ministry that has helped some of the most impactful and influential churches across the country grow stronger.

For over fifteen years, Grace was on the pastoral leadership team at Faith Church in southern California and had the honor of empowering thousands in their leadership and spiritual growth. She has been a featured guest on numerous media outlets including LIFE Today, TBN, Bustle, Live Original with Sadie Robertson, The Writing Room with Bob Goff and Kimberly Stuart, Faith Broadcasting Network, Good Day Alabama, Crosswalk.com, COMPEL, and Propel Women.

Kelly Lane

Senior Pastor Kelly Lane and her beloved husband, Pastor Reginald Lane, co-founded the Dunamis Outreach Ministries on June 9, 1991. She conducts the chief oversight of the church administration and all ministry-related auxiliaries, departments, and operations.

Pastor Kelly's graceful approach to the operation of the ministry is undergirded by a deep dedication to prayer and her desire to follow the absolute will of God. She emphasizes that from its very inception the mission of DOM has been to develop a community of men, women, and children who know God and have genuine and uncompromised relationships with Jesus Christ.

As a woman of God who has emerged from the fire as pure gold, Pastor Kelly shines as a faithful daughter, a loving and devoted mother of four children and a doting grandmother to seven.

Angelia Johnson (Coach Angie)

Angelia Johnson (Coach Angie) brings almost two decades of experience as a certified fitness coach, speaker, corporate wellness consultant, local news Get Fit Expert and Zumba instructor, and is the Founder of Team Angie Fitness – Be your Best You.

Coach Angie introduces a unique wholistic approach to helping the woman, 35 years and older find balance…mind body and spirit using her proven system of strategies - The 10 Step Revolutionize Your Mind Philosophy and Journey to Lose Programs…paving the way to a positive and compassionate resolution to their mindset and fitness challenges.

Coach Angie's goal is to empathetically empower her clients to make the best healthy lifestyle choices for themselves as they learn to become more in sync with the way their minds and bodies feel and unapologetically be their best selves.

LaTanya Riggs, Speaker and Coach

LaTanya N. Riggs is an entrepreneur, coach, and Minister of the Gospel, dedicated to helping women overcome stress, foster their mental well-being, and unlock their inner greatness for lasting success. With a Master of Social Worker degree from the University of Michigan and over 18 years of dedicated service, LaTanya brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her coaching practice.

As a passionate advocate for women's empowerment, LaTanya provides a supportive space where women can freely express themselves and connect with others who understand their journey. With compassion and empathy, she helps women navigate through the challenges of stress and overwhelm, guiding them toward a path of self-discovery, growth, and fulfillment.

Linda Thornton, Speaker and Coach

Linda is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Michigan with National Counselor Certification (NCC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor Certification (ACS). She founded TOUCH Services LLC in 2002, a private practice that is in Redford, Michigan, where she currently provides in-person and telehealth counseling for individuals and groups. Linda’s clientele consists of ages ranging from late adolescence through advanced years. 

Linda is a Believer in Jesus Christ. She realizes more and more that His love, power, and protection surround her each day and without Him, she can do nothing. She is a member of Christian Tabernacle (CTAB) Church located in Southfield, MI. Linda’s hobbies include sewing, crafts, reading, writing, listening to music, and gardening.