Becoming is the women's ministry of Renovatus in Charlotte, NC. It emerged from the desire to end isolation within the community and the curiosity of what might comprise another woman's story. When we just kept looking around and thinking wonder what she's like--who she is beyond what I see every Sunday, Becoming was born. Then we realized we had too much to say to each other that just wasn't getting said, too many stories of God's goodness still needed sharing. Thus we came together to build altars, and here we are.
Meet Amanda Martin, the creative force of leadership behind Becoming. She's the co-founder of Renovatus and lives with her husband Pastor Jonathan Martin and shih tzu Cybil in Gastonia, NC. Amanda's unique skill set makes her invaluable to the body of women she serves, bringing a profound appreciation for the art of teaching, and art in general, to her service. Follow her on Twitter @RenovatorAmanda.
Also meet Karen Rubbo, the executive arm of leadership. Karen's years of experience in leading women in fellowship and healing gives her the tenderness and polish she has in ensuring the details are carried out in the ministry. She and her husband share 33 years of marriage and live in Matthews, NC. She is mom to Michael and daughter-in-law Corrina and Grammy to four year old Logan. Her passions range from finding God in nature, reading through a mountain of books, to time well spent with friends. She is a Benedictine oblate with Belmont Abbey monastery.