About Pillars of Fire
Pillars of Fire is a prophetic preaching tour presented by Peculiar Daughters Ministries intended to kindle a fire in the hearts of God’s people. Pillars of Fire is an encounter with the glory of God bringing those who attend and watch online closer to the one who authors and finishes our faith. Through the messages of the tour God touches to mind and hearts of those who hear setting a fire deep in their soul.
“And the Lord went before them by day in a pillar of cloud to lead the way, and by night in a pillar of fire to give them light, so as to go by day and night.” Exodus 13:21
Meet Prophetess Deshawnda Williams
"I Thank God for taking Time out for giving me Time!"
- Dr. Deshawnda Williams
Dr. Deshawnda Williams is a passionate scholar-practitioner in the field of Clinical Social Work and Special Education. She is a practicing Social Worker who facilitates as an independent Behavior Specialist Consultant contractor and Mental Health Expert. She holds a Masters Of Social Work degree from Tulane University, in New Orleans, LA, a Masters Degree in Education, specializing in Special Education, from Arcadia University, in Glenside, PA, a Doctoral degree in Ministry from Palmer Theological Seminary Eastern University, in St. Davids, PA. Presently, Dr. Williams looks to pursue her PHD in Social Policy and Practice at University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA.
She has worked in the mental health field for over 20 years where she has delivered Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Attachment-Based Therapy with Children, Adolescents and Families (ABT), Mental Health Strategies for corporate and independent companies. As a certified Functional Behavior Assessor, Dr. Dee eagerly applies her experience and compassion with the consumers she services as they begin to address issues that will help them to improve their quality of life and attain a sense of fulfillment.
Dr. Williams is the CEO/President of On The Right Track With Dr. Dee which serves as the umbrella for three nonprofit organizations that are community based called Cerebrum: One Mind At A Time (Mental Health Awareness Initiative), H2H (Hood 2 Hood) and Peculiar Daughters Ministries.
She is a dynamic, humorous, no-nonsense speaker and the insightful author of An Examination Of An Urban Church Addressing The Stigma Of Mental Illness and co-author of Project We Are Free. A frequent radio talk show guest, Dr. Williams has been featured at Queens Lair Christian Talk Show, Single On A Saturday Night Relationship Talk Show, Rightly Dividing The Word Of Truth, Money Matters, Nicole Rae Ministries and On The Right Track With Dr. D and Dr. J.
Dr. Williams served as former Senior Pastor of New Inspirational Baptist Church from 2011-20117, after the passing of her late Pastor and Father, Dr. Barry J. Williams, Sr. Currently she serves as Pastor of Evangelism & Missions at New Inspirational Baptist Church under the leadership of her brother, Pastor Barry J. Williams, Jr.
Meet Prophetess Nicole Rae Skinner
"You don’t have to live broken!"
- Nicole Rae Skinner
Nicole Rae Skinner is a wife and a mother before anything else. She and her husband are the proud parents of two beautiful princesses. She is the founder of Nicole Rae Ministries and RAE Consults which seek to equip God’s people with spiritual encouragement and professional development. Her belief is that ministry goes beyond the four walls of the church and requires the building of both the spiritual and natural man. Through her programs she is able to help others find healing, clarify their vision, and achieve their goals. As a dynamic speaker, faith/love accountability coach, and prayer warrior Nicole Rae has a growing network of men and women that are being touched by her ministry.
Her life journey has led her down a path of peaks and valleys in which she learned lessons that she has poured into her book, Married before Marriage. Chosen by God to deliver this message of love, Nicole Rae is humbled by the opportunity to reveal God’s true design for singleness leading to marriage. Her songs "Stand Firm" and "Hold" inspire people to stay rooted in God while her program, Daughters of Destiny, helps women grow using biblical principles in all areas of life. The translucency of her journey displayed in her ministry will surely encourage you to overcome any obstacle thrown your way.
Nicole holds a BS in Business Administration/Accounting from Drexel University, a Masters of Divinity in Pastoral Counseling/Marriage and Family Therapy from Liberty University and is a Doctor of Education candidate at Liberty University in the area of Community Care Counseling/Traumatology. She is a certified SYMBIS and Prepare/Enrich Facilitator, a certified John Maxwell Team member, and the Youth Pastor at her local church Siloam Baptist Church. Nicole Rae has been an entrepreneur since 2012 when she founded Nicole Rae Ministries/RAE Consults. Together with her husband she is also the co-owner of Ground Strikers Trucking, LLC. Nicole Rae also manages Leilah Mae Cosmetics Corporation, a cosmetic company owned by her 13 year old daughter.
Nicole loves God's people and is honored to be used by him. Her life scripture is “And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men.” Colossians 3:23
Meet Prophetess Maria Holmes-Miles
"God is holy, loving and good, at all times no matter the circumstance!"
- Maria Holmes-Miles
Prophet Maria Holmes-Miles was born and raised in the heart of North Philadelphia. The oldest of four children, she has always been a leader. Dependable, intentional, and focused.
Prophet Holmes-Mile has always understood the importance of education. She is a graduate of Murelle Dobbins Vocational Technical High School and Alvernia University from where she gained a B.A. in Behavioral Health. Currently, she is obtaining her master’s degree in Project Management from Keller Graduate School of Management.
Prophet Holmes-Miles was not just born into church but into ministry. Her family has a legacy of strong ministry leaders who taught her to serve in the Kingdom. She was ordained as an Evangelist in 2005 under Dr. Catherine L. White, the Founder of Clarion Call Worldwide Ministries. In later years she was ordained as an elder under her mother and pastor, Bishop Maria Tonia Holmes. Through the years of serving the Kingdom and building an intimate relation with her Lord and Savior, her prophetic gift has broken forth. The Holy Spirit uses Prophet Holmes-Miles to release a revelatory word to His people for such a time as this.
With all Prophet and Elder Maria Holmes-Miles has, is and will do for the Kingdom, her greatest and first ministry is in her home. She is the committed, doting and nurturing mother to her one and only son Gabriel Lee Thomas. He is her heartbeat.
As Prophet Maria Holmes-Miles walks out the prophetic purpose she was birthed into this realm for, she is lead by Ephesians 2:10 “For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.”
Tour Schedule
Stay tuned for added dates!
When? | Location |
April | Little Rock, Arkansas |
May | Anchorage, Alaska |
June | New Orleans and Jonesville, Louisiana |
July | Prattville, Alabama |
