Meilanny Haney is an Oakland native and advocate, a nonprofit founder, and community leader with a heart committed to transforming lives and restoring hope. Meilanny’s lived experiences of domestic violence, ignited a lifelong passion for bridging gaps between communities, law enforcement, faith institutions, and policymakers. As a survivor, she turned her own journey to freedom into a mission to help other women and children escape dangerous environments and reclaim their lives.

In 2006, while still a college student, Meilanny was recognized as a Jefferson Award silver medalist for her public service in feeding unhoused individuals across multiple Bay Area counties. Her advocacy has also extended to supporting rehabilitated incarcerated individuals seeking relief and reintegration. Today, as the founder of From Victim to Victory, a California-based public benefit nonprofit she has developed a strategic, collaborative approach to reducing domestic violence and saving lives. Meilanny’s voice is bold, compassionate, and purpose-driven, dedicated to helping women rise, break cycles of abuse, and walk in freedom and dignity.

For over 40 years, Minister Katherine Boggess has faithfully served at Templo de la Cruz in Hayward, CA, alongside her husband, Minister Jeff Boggess. With more than three decades of outreach through prison ministry and a lifelong passion for teaching the Word, she embodies a walk with Christ that is both bold and radical.

A graduate of Bay Area Bible College and a teacher of the Gospel since the late ’90s, Minister Katherine continues to pour into her community through evangelism, mentorship, weekly home Bible studies, and a love for souls that reaches far beyond the church walls. Her bold faith, warm humor, and heart to see people living for Christ makes her a true vessel for the Kingdom.

Join us for an inspiring conversation on faith in action, the power of the Gospel, and what it means to serve consistently and joyfully. Don’t miss this one!

Meet Sherry Denise Chaquette

Sherry Denise Chaquette was born and raised in Oakland, California, the youngest child of Lacy and Willie Jean Johnson. Grounded in a legacy of faith, Sherry was introduced to Jesus by her beloved grandmother, Emma Givens, and inspired by the faithful commitment of her parents to Christ. She surrendered her life to Jesus at a young age and has continually sought to live a life that honors Him, even through seasons of struggle and redirection.

Sherry has been married to her husband, Steve, for 29 years, and they are the proud parents of two young adult children, Amari and Josiah. In January 2019, after the passing of her mother to congestive heart failure and the loss of a childhood friend to cancer, Sherry founded His Hands, His Feet, His Hugs. This heartfelt organization is dedicated to serving and supporting individuals and families who care for their loved ones.

In 2024, Sherry resumed her educational journey, pursuing online studies that led to her certification as a Home Health Aide. This milestone, which she is set to complete this year, reflects her deep commitment to integrating the love and principles of Jesus into every aspect of her work. Sherry's story is one of faith, family, purpose, and the quiet power of serving others with compassion and grace.

In honor of Women’s Empowerment Month, we’re bringing you a powerful new episode of IMPACT with Ceola J.that you won’t want to miss!

Tune in this Monday, March 31st, and be blessed by my guest, Pastor True Lafayette.

Buffie "True" Lafayette, a native of Brooklyn, New York, has called Northern California home for the past 23 years. She is the founder, visionary, and pastor of True Free Love Ministries. In 2015, she was ordained as both Pastor and Apostle by her spiritual overseers, Bishops Peter and Diane Robinson of ANAMN.

Pastor True holds a B.A. in Psychology from Patten University in Oakland, CA, and an M.Div. from Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA. She is a devoted mother to one biological daughter, and also raised her niece and nephew as her own. She is the proud grandmother of three grandsons.

Her heart beats to see both men and women walking in an authentic relationship with Christ Jesus. One of the many ways she fulfills this calling is by ministering in local jails and state prisons, where she invites others into a life-transforming encounter with Jesus.

To learn more about Pastor True Lafayette and her ministry, visit www.truefreeloveministries.org.

Join us as we discuss Pastor True’s journey, her heart, and her ministry. This is more than a conversation, it’s an invitation.

Tune in this Monday, March 31st, and be blessed by my guest, Pastor True Lafayette.

Buffie "True" Lafayette, a native of Brooklyn, New York, has called Northern California home for the past 23 years. She is the founder, visionary, and pastor of True Free Love Ministries. In 2015, she was ordained as both Pastor and Apostle by her spiritual overseers, Bishops Peter and Diane Robinson of ANAMN.

Pastor True holds a B.A. in Psychology from Patten University in Oakland, CA, and an M.Div. from Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA. She is a devoted mother to one biological daughter, and also raised her niece and nephew as her own. She is the proud grandmother of three grandsons.

Her heart beats to see both men and women walking in an authentic relationship with Christ Jesus. One of the many ways she fulfills this calling is by ministering in local jails and state prisons, where she invites others into a life-transforming encounter with Jesus.

To learn more about Pastor True Lafayette and her ministry, visit www.truefreeloveministries.org.

Join us as we discuss Pastor True’s journey, her heart, and her ministry. This is more than a conversation, it’s an invitation.