Laurie Kizziah

I am a past president of Toastmasters and I speak to many groups of people. I am the mother of a burn survivor, so many of my speaking engagements are to burn foundations a Christian woman's Associations. I want to share my faith in God and His faithfullness to me with others. This is why I originally got ordained.

I am originally from the Midwest, but have lived in the Pacific Northwest most of my life.

I am a minister in a skilled nursing facility. I lead church, Bible Study and do spiritual care for the residents, staff and families of residents. It is also an honor to support families who are facing hospice, and I hope to keep serving in this need. My desire is to keep speaking to women at woman's conferences and retreats, expanding to all over the country, and maybe other countries.

I am a Christian ordained in the Universal Life Church. My services at my skilled nursing facility welcome all denominations; everyone is welcomed and loved.

As a wedding officiant, I would get to know the wedding couple ahead of time, so their wedding would be personal. It is important for me to have God bless the union.

If there is an immediate need, as with hospice care, I prefer to stay local, in the Pacific Northwest. With enough notice, I will be able to travel with travel expenses paid.

I have met with many families of hospice patients, before, during and after their loved one has made the journey through hospice. I show them that they are loved and cared for. I pray with them for comfort and strength.