Emboldening women in their faith and work

Lead with Care with Sheryl McAfee & Leslie Eoff

May 14 | Noon-1 pm

Fellowship Bible Church - Rogers

The Lodge Building

“Every one of us needs to show how much we care for each other and, in the process, care for ourselves.” - Princess Diana

When we think of the word “care,” our minds are usually filled with inviting images of warm hugs, nourishing meals, and a shoulder to cry on. And while care can look like all of those things, sometimes care is less tangible. Sometimes, care looks like structures and systems that support and provide. At a micro level, care can look like a listening ear, an empathetic disposition, or a soft place to land. And at a macro level, care can look like boundaries around time, clearly communicated expectations, and investing in people’s holistic health.

Giving and receiving care is one of the most basic and fundamental tenets of being human. We all need care. Giving and receiving care allows us to have our needs met, deepen our connection to one another, and find meaning in our lives. With this in mind, showing care for others doesn’t have to come at the detriment of your own needs being met. In fact, maybe modeling for others what it means to be a whole person is one of the best ways you can show care to the people around you.

Join us this month as we talk about what it means to lead with care. What barriers prevent us from giving and receiving care? How do we determine how to care for one another? And what do we do when we don’t feel cared for at work? We can’t wait to engage with you in this important conversation.

Speaker Bios

Sheryl McAfee, a Benton County native, is a distinguished figure and a beacon of hope in the realm of Christian counseling and ministry. As the Co-founder and Executive Director of Paula's Hope, Inc., she has devoted her life to a noble cause, offering free Christian Counseling to the public and sharing her unwavering faith with those in need.

Sheryl's passion and unwavering commitment are evident in her life mission - empowering women to discover their true identity in Christ. Under her leadership, Paula's Hope adopted the mission statement, "To educate and encourage others to know their Identity in Christ and experience the Freedom He has for them.”

Sheryl's journey is marked by continuous self-improvement and a thirst for knowledge. Her impressive educational background includes training in Transformation Prayer Ministry, Mental Health Life Coaching, and Professional Life Coaching. These qualifications further enhance her ability to guide and support individuals on their spiritual and personal journeys.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Sheryl is a loving wife to her husband, David, and a proud parent of three married children. They collectively embrace the cherished roles of Paw and Nana to five delightful grandchildren. Sheryl's zest for life is evident in her love for entertaining and sharing hearty laughter with family and friends. She exemplifies the joy of living in the moment and making each day count.

Leslie Eoff has been a prominent figure in the social selling industry for more than 25 years. Through this platform, she has been able to connect with women globally and share her deep passion for the transformative love of Christ. In 2022, Leslie began volunteering with Paula's Hope, a Christian counseling organization that helps individuals discover their identity in Christ and experience the freedom He offers. Following a recent downsizing and relocation to Bella Vista, Arkansas with her husband Kelly, Leslie has developed a keen interest in bird watching and collecting golf balls.

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Anne Joly

Anne has a passion for making a positive difference in the lives of others. She is able to fulfill that God given purpose in the workplace as she works to help her clients achieve their financial goals. Anne is a banking professional with 20 years of experience in the industry and serves as an Assistant Vice President, Private Banking Advisor in Northwest Arkansas. She’s incredibly excited about living out her purpose through Polished.
Anne and her husband Josh live in Rogers and have 4 children – Jacob, Dylan, Evan and Caleb. She is a member of First Baptist Church Rogers. She believes that we all go through different phases in our lives both personally and professionally. It’s important to have a good group of women to celebrate your successes with you, encourage you in times of need, pray with or for you and to discuss life’s challenges with. She’s excited and honored to have the opportunity to be part of this amazing organization! Email Anne

Jackie Serrano

Jackie has a passion for learning and education for adult learners. As a first generation citizen, Jackie has seen first hand the ways that an education can help a person rise up from difficult situations and be able to progress in their life. She has spent 10 years in the learning and development industry curating training programs, facilitating various learning sessions and learning the best ways to help adult learners in their job roles.
Jackie has seen first hand benefits of being a part of the Polished Network. Coming out of a season of isolation, Jackie was looking for ways to get involved in her community while also serving Lord. She was invited to the first Polished luncheon of NWA and was able to tell her story, listen to an amazing speaker that encouraged everyone and ultimately begin to become a part of the larger Polished community. Being a part of Polished NWA has given Jackie the opportunity to continue to live out Jesus’s teachings of having faith, loving one another and serving those around you. Email Jackie.

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