Description
What does it take to mentor women in ministry effectively, and why does it matter? Suzan Johnson Cook is a seasoned pastor and church leader who knows firsthand what it is like for women to lead in traditionally male-dominated fields, and she knows that the right mentorship at the right time can make a significant difference. In this book, she and her co-editors bring together program participants and mentors from the REAL (an acronym that stands for relationship building, equipping and expanding, access and leadership, and legacy development) Women in Ministry program to reflect on their journeys together and share their insights. Read and learn from their unique journeys and experiences.
Reviews
“Mentoring is one of God’s most enduring methods of multiplying hope, shaping character, and advancing justice across generations. Seasoned Salt bears eloquent witness to that sacred calling. Through the visionary leadership of Reverend Dr. Suzan Johnson Cook and the transformative support of the Lilly Endowment, these remarkable women have become living testimonies to the truth that when gifted women are intentionally mentored, the Church, the academy, and the world are immeasurably enriched.
“It was among the greatest honors of my forty-six years as Founding Dean of the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel at Morehouse College to induct the first cohort of REAL Black Women in Ministry Thrive Initiative into the Martin Luther King Jr. Board of preachers. Their induction marked not merely a ceremonial milestone, but a moral movement—affirming that excellence in ministry flourishes wherever wisdom is shared, courage is cultivated, and vocation is faithfully nurtured.
“This inspiring volume reminds us that Seasoned Salt does not lose its savor; it preserves, strengthens, heals, and gives lasting flavor to generations yet to come.”—Lawrence Edward Carter Sr., Ph.D., Founding Dean, Martin Luther King Jr. International Chape, Professor of Religion, Morehouse College
“I felt like I was at a round table with a bunch of sisters in Christ. Beautiful.” —Hannah Keith
‘I offer a BIG APPLAUSE for the REAL Black Women in Ministry Thrive Initiative, a Lilly Endowment Grant, that opened doors for Black Women not only to be mentored but to become mentors. I’m grateful to have had a front row seat to witness Black Women being ‘poured into’ in ways that stretched them, nourished them, affirmed them and will sustain them, and the emerging black women in ministry whom they’ll mentor, for generations to come.’ —The Reverend Sheila R. McKeithen, J.D., President, Universal Foundation for Better Living, Inc.
“This book is a well of intergenerational wisdom, witness, and wor(k)ship by REAL Black women in ministry (BWIM). In a time where women's ministry gifts have been publicly called into question, this resource upLIFTs and affirms the impact of African, African American, and African Diasporan women in ministry and our God-ordained callings.”—Minister Siera Grace Toney
Author Bio
Dr. Sujay, also known as "Dr. Fabulous" is a bestselling author, Faith Leader, Entrepreneur, Global Influencer and Diplomat. She was the first African American, Faith Leader and Woman to serve as the US Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom, the Obama administration, and Faith Advisor to President Clinton. She brings the world together by providing "Inspiration for the Nations", through her writing, keynote speaking, business leading and faith based retreats, especially for the Christian woman, worldwide. As CEO and Founder of the WOMEN ON THE WORLDSTAGE (W.O.W) and the Global Black Women's Chamber of Commerce (GBWCC), and recipient of the $1 Million dollar Lilly grant, the REAL Black women in Ministry THRIVE initiative, her Ministry centers around Well Being and Wealth for Women. Often seen as a tv commentator and on air personality, her videos, Live with Sujay and Conversations with Ambassador Sujay, can be seen on YouTube and other platforms. She has given more than 4,000 speeches and sermons through her global Communications firm, Charisma Speakers. For inquiries and booking information go to CharismaSpeakers.com or www.DrSujay.Live. A citizen of the world, she has a "fabulous lifestyle" and resides between New York, Los Angeles and Washington DC. She has two adult sons, Samuel and Christopher.