Who We Are
Women Building Godly Lives was founded in 2017 by Elizabeth Beall. Her vision was to create a digital newsletter that would allow women to easily read and share sound Bible material. Since its founding in 2017, women have used these publications in personal studies as well as in ladies’ classes throughout the United States and several other countries. From 2017 until 2025, Elizabeth labored as Editor, alongside Wilburta Arrowood, who served as Associate Editor and Technical Advisor. In 2025, Elizabeth stepped down and passed Women Building Godly Lives on to Amanda Stephanus, who has written for the newsletter since its beginning.
Our Team
The women involved with Women Building Godly Lives are all members of the church of Christ in their respective locations. They have been carefully selected as women who desire to build godly lives. Meet the team dedicated to helping you grow:
Amanda Stephanus
Editor in Chief
Amanda Stephanus accepted the Ownership and Editor position of Women Building Godly Lives in 2025. Amanda and her husband, Morné, have two children and have been married since 2011. They labor together with the Longmire Rd church of Christ in Texas where Morné is the minister. Amanda holds a Master of Science Degree in Criminal Justice with an emphasis on Juvenile Justice. She speaks at ladies’ days and retreats and has written for multiple publications. Amanda enjoys teaching Bible classes for children, teen girls, and women.
Sheri McAfee
Associate Editor
Sheri McAfee and her husband Scot are members of the church of Christ in Morrison, TN. Sheri enjoys studying, teaching, and being with fellow Christians. Sheri has over 20 years experience in proofreading, having assisted various writers in the brotherhood.
Tatiana Jaramillo
Spanish Translator
Tatiana Jaramillo was born in Colombia and raised in a Christian home. She is the daughter of a church elder and a teacher of children and ladies. She is the wife of a preacher and elder. Together with her husband, she has built a Christian home and is the mother of four children. She has served as a missionary in Colombia, Argentina, and the United States, teaching children and women. She also assists with the translation of biblical materials from English into Spanish.
Laura Dunda
Spanish Translator
Laura Dunda is a member of the Riverside church of Christ in Lawrenceville, GA. She grew up in central Mexico but has lived most of her life in the United States, first in Texas and later in Georgia, where she met her husband Zack. They have two children together.
Robynne Ashby
Contributing Writer
Robynne Ashby lives in Louisiana with her husband of 20 years and their 2 daughters. She enjoys homeschooling their children and teaching Children’s Bible Classes as well as Ladies Classes. Robynne loves a good adventure and enjoys spending time with sisters in Christ.
Elizabeth Beall
Contributing Writer
Elizabeth and her husband, Glenn, live in Mississippi, where she currently serves as the Copyeditor for the Magnolia Messenger. Elizabeth founded Women Building Godly Lives in 2016 and remained the Owner and Editor until 2025. She’s been a member of the church for over 70 years and enjoys teaching and writing. Elizabeth is especially passionate about writing study material for sisters of Christ in Uganda and Kenya. Her hobbies are crocheting, sewing, quilting, and coloring.
Edy Cozort
Contributing Writer
Edy Cozort is from Southaven, MS, and is married to Aaron. They have three sons. They worship with the Collierville church of Christ where Aaron is the minister. She is a 2008 graduate from the Tri-Cities School of Preaching and Christian Development in Elizabethton, TN. She has spoken at various ladies events, works with teen girls at Bible camp, and teaches ladies and children's Bible classes. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends, watching baseball, reading, and photography.
Athena Scherffius
Contributing Writer
Athena is originally from Tennessee, and has been married to Ronnie Scherffius for over 30 years. They have 7 children, 4 bonus in law kids, and 5 grandchildren. Athena has been a Christian since the age of 16. She has experience teaching all ages from cradle roll to ladies classes. Athena speaks at Ladies Days, ladies retreats and lectureships. Athena served as Vice-President for A Home For Jolee Foundation in 2025, and stepped into the role of President January 2026. She loves being with her family, photography, quilting, and drawing.
