June 29, 2026
Dr. Alex McFarland celebrates Christian women with eternal influence in their communities
‘As America celebrates its 250th birthday, let us remember the women of faith who shaped the nation, and those who continue to be pillars in their Christian communities’
GREENSBORO, N.C. — Throughout the history of the Christian Church, women have played a vital role in developing and nurturing faith both in the home and in their communities, with faithful dedication, leadership and service leaving a profound impact that continues today. For a nation built on Christian ideologies, such as America, the influence of strong women of faith cannot be overemphasized.
Youth, culture and religion expert Dr. Alex McFarland proudly celebrated Christian visionaries Peggy Davis and Kimberly Hand of Myrtle Beach, SC, at the recent Conversations that Matter event. In 2020, Davis and Hand founded the interdenominational women’s ministry, Grand Strand LIFE Myrtle Beach. Since its founding, the program has grown steadily in events and attendance and is now gaining national recognition. The special appeal of the ministry brings women together from the region for fellowship, spiritual growth and support.
“My experiences traveling the country for speaking, media and teaching events give me the opportunity to see wide-ranging efforts to pull together in-person, social and spiritual groups having positive impacts on the lives of those who join,” commented McFarland. “Grand Strand LIFE Myrtle Beach, founded by Peggy Davis and Kimberly Hand, is as strong of an example of this important work as I have seen anywhere nationally. This outstanding ministry brings women together to build genuine relationships, learn about the Christian faith, and share life’s winding path.”
Grand Strand LIFE Myrtle Beach promotes its vision and ministry to continually strive for a deeper relationship with God and each other by practicing the tenets of LIFE, which the ministry defines as Loving, Inspiring, Forgiving, and Encouraging women. Regular meetings feature different national and international speakers, often published authors. Growth has been organic, with women inviting other women to attend.
“We started Grand Strand LIFE Myrtle Beach to bring women together in faith, encouraging deeper relationships with God and one another through love, sympathy, kindness and humility,” explained Davis and Hand.
“This organization is a beautiful example of how faith can be the foundation for a community that has the potential to impact generations,” said McFarland. “As America celebrates its 250th birthday, let us remember the women of faith who shaped the nation, and those who continue to be pillars in their Christian communities.”
Alex McFarland currently co-hosts “Exploring the Word” on the American Family Radio Network, airing daily on nearly 200 radio stations across the U.S. He is also the host of the “Alex McFarland Show,” which airs weekly on NRB TV and YouTube. The “Alex McFarland Show” podcast is available here.
McFarland and theologian Bert Harper, veteran co-hosts of the nationally syndicated broadcast “Exploring the Word,” are proud to announce their newest book, “100 Bible Questions and Answers on Prophecy and the End Times.” Available now, the book concisely answers biblical questions about God, Scripture, Christian Living, and more. A follow-up to their previous work, “100 Bible Questions and Answers for Families,” this book promises to guide you through some of the most fascinating and frequently misunderstood topics in Christianity: end-times prophecy and life in the everlasting new creation.
Alex McFarland has authored or co-authored more than 21 books, including the newly released 100 Bible Questions & Answers on Prophecy and the End Times,” “10 Issues that Divide Christians,” “The God You Thought You Knew,” “10 Answers for Skeptics,” “10 Answers for Atheists,” “The 21 Toughest Questions Your Kids Will Ask About Christianity,” published by Focus on the Family, and more.
McFarland is a frequent guest on Fox News and has been interviewed by other media outlets including Fox and Friends, Focus On The Family radio, NPR’s All Things Considered, The New York Times, The Washington Post, BBC, CBN, La Vie (France), and various news outlets including CBS, FOX, NBC, CSPAN, SRN, and the Associated Press (AP) wire service. He is a contributing writer in print and electronic media, including LA Times, Boston Herald, OK- Celebrity News Magazine, Christianity Today, Charisma, On Mission, Billy Graham’s Decision Magazine and more.
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