Bravely RISE

Dismantling lies spoken over women & replacing them with a true revelation of their identity so they may BravelyRise up to fulfill their God given purpose.

The power of the story is one that has been documented throughout the course of history and has the power to transcend cultural, geographical, and racial barriers. However in this age, young women struggle to find a place to develop, understand, and then gain power from their own stories. Too often as women, we are locked in by ideas and lies that the world has told us about ourselves. RISE is int

erested in reclaiming transparency, not as a tool to flaunt but as a tool to be used in freedom. We do this by bravely sharing our stories and in turn teaching other young women the power of their own stories. We will push away the lies of the world and embrace the truth of who God says we are. In doing this we seek to work in partnership with Jesus to heal and empower young women across the city, the country and the world.

04/14/2026

✨ Cohort 11, you did it. ✨

This past weekend, 9 incredible women said yes to the journey and what a journey it’s been.

From vulnerability to breakthrough, from lies to truth, from holding back to rising boldly… we witnessed it all. 🤍

There’s something powerful that happens when women choose courage over comfort. Stories were written, chains were broken, and truth took root in a whole new way.

Cohort 11, we celebrate you. Your bravery, your honesty, your growth. This is just the beginning. 🔥

01/13/2026

Cohort 10. 🤍

I keep thinking back to 2017. Women walking through my apartment doors, bags in hand, back and forth for three Saturdays straight. No rented space. No budget. Just a calling and a quiet hope that this thing might actually work. I didn’t feel right charging for something I was still learning how to steward. I just knew obedience had a pulse.

Fast forward to this weekend. Ten cohorts. Over 100 women across them.
Lies interrupted. Chains broken. Ministries born. Friendships forged.

More than I ever imagined and still somehow exactly what God promised.

I’m deeply humbled to have a front-row seat to what God has done through BravelyRise. Thank you to every woman who trusted me, trusted the process, and showed up brave even when it felt costly. If you’ve been part of a past cohort, you’re always welcome to check in. You’re still part of this story.

Grateful beyond words to .live Church for taking my “little ministry” and giving it real New Life. Thank you to every leader who said yes, every story shared, every tear prayed through.

To my husband, thank you for steady support and unwavering belief.
To my mom, thank you for shifting roles and loving my babies so I could lead.
To my two little ones, I’m so thankful you get to see mama doing the Lord’s work.

Cohort 10, you were special. Truly.
Thank you for letting me walk this with you. ✨

Love,

Maxine

10/31/2025

Cohort 9 of BravelyRise… wow. What a sacred weekend. ✨

Every time we gather, we never know exactly what God will do, but He always moves. This time was no different. We saw women step into vulnerability, confront the lies that once held them back, and experience breakthrough in powerful ways.

To the women, leaders, and speakers who poured their hearts out—thank you. Your courage and honesty make this space what it is. 💛

We’re so grateful to keep walking this journey together and can’t wait to see what God has in store for our next retreat in January.

10/24/2025

✨Cohort 9 begins today!✨

Since 2017, we’ve watched God move powerfully through BravelyRise, transforming hearts, deepening faith, and raising up incredible women who lead with courage and grace. 💪🏽💛

Today, a new group of women steps into this same journey of growth and discipleship. We’re praying blessing, strength, and fresh revelation over every woman and leader stepping into Cohort 9. May this season be marked by breakthrough, bold faith, and the beauty of sisterhood. 🙏🏽✨

06/09/2025

Cohort 8… That’s a WRAP and REVIVAL is HERE 🔥🙌

WOW. The Holy Spirit saturated this weekend—every heart, every moment. What we witnessed was nothing short of a revival.

🔥 Women awakened
🕊 Strongholds shattered
🗣 Voices unleashed
💥 Ministries birthed and resurrected

These women didn’t just attend—they encountered the living God and walked away transformed.

Cohort 8, you carry the spark of revival. Go set the world on fire. 🔥

05/12/2025

Love this for Tori! Check out her testimonial from the retreat!

“Bravely Rise was a life-changing experience that helped me uncover and release the fear and lies that had been spoken over me. It marked the beginning of a healing journey and a deeper trust in God’s plan, allowing me to experience true peace and renewed confidence in the freedom that comes from letting Him lead. I would encourage women to attend Bravely Rise—it’s a powerful space to release, reset, and be reminded of the truth of who you are in Christ.”-Tori, Cohort 7

05/05/2025

You didn’t just attend the BravelyRise Retreat.
You encountered God.
You slowed down. You listened. You let yourself be known.

But here’s the thing: that sacred space?
It wasn’t the end.

It was an invitation into something deeper.

🌿 Introducing the BravelyRise Discipleship Program
A one-year journey of spiritual rhythms, soul friendships, and mentoring.

You’ll meet monthly with a personal mentor.
You’ll grow in disciplines like prayer, simplicity, and Sabbath.
You’ll walk with a small group of women who are learning to live deeply rooted and fully known.

This is your next step.

📩 Comment “DISCIPLE” to get more information! Open to anyone who has completed the BravelyRise retreats!

04/24/2025

Thank you to DeMoya for saying yes to Cohort 7:

“The Bravely Rise retreat turned out to be so much more than what I expected. Believing that God would move in a mighty way and trusting the process allowed me to hear the voice of God so profoundly. The revelation, healing, and restoration that took place in just a weekend was amazing! Women of all ages sharing a sisterly bond in Christ and supporting each other was great to witness and be a part of. I thank God for eliminating every obstacle and doubt that the enemy tried to place in my way the days leading up to the retreat. God had a plan, I pressed my way, and His purpose was revealed. Thank you, Father!”- DeMoya

04/16/2025

🔥 Something powerful happens when women say yes to healing. 🔥

Our 7th BravelyRise Retreat was one for the books! This cohort was extra special as it marked our very first partnership with .live NEWLIFE Church—and wow, did God move. Over one beautiful, intense weekend in Maryland, 12 (2 missing from picture bc of privacy) brave women came together, faced the lies they were believing, and began to step boldly into the truth of who God says they are. 💥💛

We witnessed courage, transformation, and sisterhood in its rawest, most powerful form.

Huge shout out to our incredible leaders—this wouldn’t have happened without your heart and presence. 🙌

And guess what? We’re already counting down to our June retreat! 👏

✨ Want in? Drop a “retreat” in the comments and I’ll send you the details! ✨

10/17/2024

“Before attending Bravely Rise I thought that I had done most of the healing work I needed to do, but God had so much more planned for me. At Rise, God revealed a root lie that had crept into every area of my life. Exposing and discarding this lie has brought me great new freedom. I am a completely new woman walking in truth! Rise is a beautiful, powerful, and safe place to uncover your story alongside women who get it. Because of Bravely Rise, I am equipped to step boldly into God’s calling for my life.” -Alyssa, Cohort 6

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