Reverend Monica Riley, President and CEO of Rise-Up! Ministries is known for making a memorable impact in the lives of others. Her unique approach combined with exceptional guidance and contagious enthusiasm makes perfect for a large variety of audiences and events. By providing the right tools and knowledge Rise-Up! has helped countless people unleash their potential, paving the way for both personal and professional success. Reverend Riley has been a Christian Motivational Speaker and Grief Counsellor for over 23 years. She also enjoys celebrating life and organizing and executing events. Monica's love for people and her personal background is truly the reason Rise-Up! exists.

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Reverend Riley grew up in a persecuted Christian family in South America and was persecuted many times herself. She was captured, beaten, dumped and left for dead. Her story paved the way for Rise-Up! 

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Being fully aware that we will fall sometimes but we have a choice to "Rise-Up!" dust ourselves off and learn from life experiences. After migrating to the United States she was ordained by Dr. Billye Brim from Prayer Mountain of the Ozarks and continues to persevere. It became Reverend Monica Riley's mandate to bring lost souls to Christ and help others to see their purpose and fulfill their potential.