History
In 2005 a small group of women met for three days to pray and seek God’s will for a conference that would call women to live wholly for Jesus. The Come to the Fire conferences call women to come and receive His fiery cleansing so they can dwell in Him who is a consuming fire. His fiery cleansing destroys pride, selfish ambition, self-centeredness—all that is destructive to His holy life within us.
But the conferences are not just about a one-time coming into His presence. Fire is His very essence. We who say we abide in Him who is a consuming fire must be ready to dwell continually in that Fire so He is free to reveal anything that hinders His holiness being seen in us. Our great longing and prayer have become, “Will You do something for Your Church to restore the fame of Your name? Will You do all that You desire so You’ll be glorified in all the earth.” We believe that a new day is on the horizon for Christ’s Church.
Council Members
Alpha by last name
Linda Boyette (Mt. Vernon, OH) Serves as the discipleship summit coordinator for Titus Women. Linda speaks at women’s retreats and conferences including retreats for missionary women internationally.
Beth Coppedge (Wilmore, KY) Beth is the director of Titus Women’s Ministry, an affiliate of The Francis Asbury Society founded by her father, Dr. Dennis Kinlaw. She is a much loved speaker for retreats and conferences all over the Unites States and overseas.
Pam Enderby assists Aletha Hinthorn in the day to day activities of organizing the Come to the Fire. She is also the author of
Everyday Light, published by Come to the Fire, as well as numerous articles and studies. She lives in Olathe, KS with her husband, she has five children and two grandchildren.
Dr. Linda Hardin, DMin (Kansas City) Linda faithfully serves as general coordinator of Single Adult Ministries, Women’s Ministries and Young Adult Ministries within the Nazarene denomination. Linda’s behind the scenes hard work makes a huge positive impact on the “Come to the Fire” conferences.
Aletha Hinthorn (Founding Director) founded Women Alive! magazine 25 years ago with the help of Donna Kehoe. She lives in Leawood, KS with her husband Daniel. She has one daughter (Arla Mitchell, see below) married to Kris Mitchell and one son, Gregg. Arla and Kris have two children, Peter and Jack.
Dr. Carolyn Johnson (San Diego, CA) Founder of Firm Foundation Ministries, Carolyn speaks at “Come to the Fire” conferences. She passionately shares God’ Word at international conferences and in retreats across the nation. Learn more about Dr. Johnson by visiting her website: www.FirmFoundationMinistries.org.
Nancy Jesudass, originally from Vietnam, was called by God in 1991 to be an intercessor. God has given Nancy a special burden for our nation. After living several years in India, Nancy recently moved to the Kansas City area. Nancy prays for “Come to the Fire” Conferences and Women Alive Ministries.
Carol Ketchum (Kansas City) Travels around the world with her husband Dr. Daniel Ketchum who is global director of Nazarene Missions International. They have also served as missionaries in both Europe and Asia. Carol is an accomplished musician and song writer.
Patsy Lewis (Louisville, KY) Conducts prayer seminars and has encouraged others to be involved in prayer for more than thirty-five years. Patsy is the Prayer Coordinator for Lydia Prayer Groups and “Come to the Fire” Conferences. She is the author of, Simply Praying–52 Weeks with God.
Arla Mitchell Lives in Olathe, Kansas with her husband Kris Mitchell and their sons, Peter and Jack. Arla assists her husband as children’s pastor.
Kim McLean (Nashville, TN) A Dove Award winning songwriter with over two hundred songs recorded in Christian genres. Kim was inspired to write the song, “Come to the Fire.”
Devon O’Day: (Nashville, Tennessee) hosts a radio show on 100 radio stations. Her voice is heard on promotions and programs for The Billy Graham Crusade, KFC, the National Day of Prayer and many others. She was a Dove Awards announcer for five years.
Melinda Priest (Anderson, IN) Leads anointed worship at “Come to the Fire” conferences. Melinda received her call into ministry when she was a junior in high school. She serves as the Minister of Music and Worship in her church.
Cheryl Roland (Marion, Indian) Speaks at retreats and is a conference planner. She also serves as District Superintendent’s wife of the Nazarene Northeastern Indiana district.
Dr. Rondy Smith (Nashville, Tennessee) has served the corporate world at Northern Telecom, Inc. and as management consultant to a host of clients from Fortune 500 to non-profit organizations. She serves on the pastoral staff team at Hermitage Church of the Nazarene. Rondy is a frequent conference speaker and consultant to faith-based organizations, and serves as Life Coach for a variety of clients.
