Designed To Shine Ministries

Designed To Shine Ministries MISSION: To REFRESH and ENHANCE the church community. Each of these is creatively and inspirationally designed with intention.

Speaker • Leader • 40+ years in ministry

A life shaped by adversity and transformed by God’s faithfulness, now devoted to helping women find healing, hope, and the courage to move forward. https://portal.icheckgateway.com/Gen/Default.aspx?p=12fc710173d14451af02

About: KIMBERLEY COOK-MATHEWS
Founder and President of DESIGNED to SHINE MINISTRIES, a non-profit ministry outreach. By coming alongside

local churches to offer and provide unique opportunities for leadership training, mentoring, retreats, groups, and relationship-building. To uplift, encourage, influence, and enlarge the body of Christ through connection with energetic, friendly, and loving leadership, laypeople, and volunteers. VISION: To see churches, their leaders, laypeople, and volunteers vibrant, happy, healthy, and full, so that communities and families can connect and build up their faith. Thus Making His Glory Known.

*Specializing in women and teen girls who face adversities. Born again Christian for almost 40 years, and a minister/leader/teacher/speaker in ministry for most all of that time. Kimberley understands adversity and has a powerful testimony that both inspires and pushes the hearers to move forward in hope. A Thalidomide baby at birth with several abnormalities and the heartache that accompanied. Kimberley's story brims with sorrow, the thrill of victory and promises fulfilled. Seasons of her testimony include: shame, abuse, attempted murder, pornography, divorce, and remarriage. Kimberley's desire is to be a Beacon of Light where the hurting can come, experience God, feel loved and get relief. She and her husband Michael host events and retreats at the River of God Worship Spot on the banks of the Little Miami River; where teaching, worship, baptisms, connect groups, and life application activities all take place.

06/23/2026

God is not afraid of your questions, your struggles, your fears, or your pain. Talk to Him honestly. Tell Him what you’re feeling. In the moments when life doesn’t make sense and things aren’t going the way you hoped, He is still present, still listening, and still walking beside you.

You don’t have to have all the answers. You simply need to keep bringing your heart to the One who holds it.

📧 [email protected]
📞 513-967-6696

06/20/2026

Speaker. Leader. Minister.

For more than 40 years, Kimberley Cook Mathews has encouraged, challenged, and inspired audiences through authentic ministry and a powerful testimony of God's faithfulness.

Her story is one of overcoming adversity, finding purpose through pain, and experiencing the transforming power of Christ. Through every season, God has written a story of hope, healing, redemption, and unwavering grace.

Whether for a women's event, church gathering, conference, retreat, or special occasion, Kimberley brings a heartfelt message that meets people where they are and points them toward the faithfulness of God.

Now booking speaking engagements.

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It’s hard to fully put into words… but if you’ve been, you feel it.Women gathering. Worship rising. Hearts opening.Siste...
06/17/2026

It’s hard to fully put into words… but if you’ve been, you feel it.
Women gathering.
Worship rising.
Hearts opening.
Sisters connecting in a way that feels real, safe, and full of grace.
There’s something so special about stepping into a space where you’re seen, loved, and reminded of who you are in Christ.
It’s more than a night.
It’s something you carry with you long after you leave 🤍

06/17/2026

Be Ye Healed In the Name of Jesus!

💍 A Meaningful Beginning Starts Here 💍Marriage is one of life’s most sacred commitments, and Kimberley Cook-Mathews is h...
06/15/2026

💍 A Meaningful Beginning Starts Here 💍

Marriage is one of life’s most sacred commitments, and Kimberley Cook-Mathews is honored to help couples begin that journey with a ceremony centered on faith, love, and God’s covenant.

Whether you dream of an intimate ceremony in her beautiful venue space or prefer a custom ceremony at the location of your choice, Kimberley works closely with each couple to create a heartfelt experience that reflects your unique story and values.

📍 Ceremony options available at her venue or yours
📧 [email protected]
📞 513-967-6696

Know someone who recently got engaged or is planning a wedding? Tag them below! 👇

As always, sharing this post helps us reach more couples preparing to say “I do.” Thank you for your support. ❤️

06/15/2026

No matter what you’ve faced or where you find yourself today, God will meet you right where you are. His presence isn’t reserved for the mountaintops—it’s often found most clearly in the valleys.

You are not forgotten. You are not alone.

✨ If Kimberley’s message resonates with you and you’re looking for a speaker for your church, conference, women’s event, pro-life gathering, or community event, we’d be honored to connect.

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06/12/2026

How do you forgive someone who never apologized?

The truth is, unforgiveness often hurts us more than the person who hurt us.

For years, Kimberley carried anger toward someone who never said they were sorry. But she learned that forgiveness isn’t about excusing the hurt—it’s about finding freedom from it.

If Jesus could pray, “Father, forgive them,” while hanging on the cross, maybe forgiveness isn’t about what someone else deserves. Maybe it’s about healing our own hearts.

✨ Follow along as Kimberley answers some of the most common questions she receives at speaking engagements and events.

I wasn’t supposed to be here.Before I ever took my first breath, my life was already being fought for.But God had a diff...
06/10/2026

I wasn’t supposed to be here.

Before I ever took my first breath, my life was already being fought for.

But God had a different plan.

A story that could have ended before it began… became one of purpose, healing, and unwavering faith.

And now, it’s being shared to remind others—your life has value, and your story matters.

06/09/2026

We’re so glad you’re here.

One of Kimberley’s greatest passions is encouraging people through faith, hope, healing, and truth. Over the next few weeks, she’ll be answering four questions she is frequently asked at speaking engagements, conferences, church events, and personal conversations.

Our hope is that these messages bring encouragement, perspective, and value to your life—no matter where you are on your journey.

If something resonates with you, we’d love for you to help us reach more people by liking, commenting, sharing, and inviting your friends to follow along.

Thank you for being part of the Designed to Shine community. We are grateful you’re here and look forward to growing together.

✨ Thanks for joining us on this journey. We believe everyone has a story, a purpose, and a light worth sharing. ✨

06/05/2026

Love is a healer.

Kimberley is passionate about coming alongside organizations to support, uplift, and help create meaningful impact. With a heart for people and a message rooted in truth and compassion, she brings more than words—she brings connection.

Inviting a trusted, outside speaker offers something truly valuable:
• A fresh, renewed perspective
• An enriching and positive experience for your audience
• A voice that reaches hearts in a different way
• Encouragement for those who simply need to feel seen, valued, and loved

Sometimes, it takes a new voice to remind us of what matters most.

Kimberley would be honored to partner with your organization, help draw people in, and leave a lasting, meaningful impact.

📧 Bookings & Inquiries:
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Riverside Avenue
Loveland, OH
45140

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+15139676696

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