Mariea is a single mother with 4 children. She was born and raised in Ozark Alabama. Her parents are Joyce Calhoun and Will Dawkins Jr. She was raised by her grandmother (Ora Dean Rivers). She has ...view moreMariea is a single mother with 4 children. She was born and raised in Ozark Alabama. Her parents are Joyce Calhoun and Will Dawkins Jr. She was raised by her grandmother (Ora Dean Rivers). She has seven grandchildren. She has a BA in Christian Studies; a MA in Christian Studies with an Emphasis in Pastoral and Youth Ministry. She obtained her degrees at GCU (Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona). Mariea has 2 sisters and 4 brothers. Marieas desire is to work in ministry to help those that are broken or have been broken by life. Mariea wants to be the light that shines and declares that you can make it regardless of where you been or what life has given you. With Gods help and guidance, Mariea want the people to know that there is hope and they do have a future. Her heart goes out to the single parents and young teenage girls that are having children out of wedlock with no place to go. Working in ministry really help brings forth not only the word of God, but showing his love to others that are in need of a savior. Mariea count it a privilege and honor to be able to get an education for the furthering of ministry and the kingdom.view less