Ashro Woman: Mignon J.
Meet Ashro Woman: Mignon from Hampton, GA
“Life is precious…take nothing for granted.”
A woman of deep purpose and faith, Mignon is embracing retirement not as a slowing down—but as a stepping into her calling. As a pastor and writer, she’s using this season of life to pour into her community—and her creative gifts too. Her latest endeavor? Launching her original Christmas play, The Reason Being Presented, a heartfelt reflection of her faith and storytelling.
Being attuned to the needs of the single parents, children, and elderly around her is also central to Mignon’s heart. As a first lady and co-pastor of the small, Word-based church she founded with her husband, she has a bit of advice for us all: “See the hand of God in everything.” Thank you, Mignon, for walking by faith and inspiring us all.
| Name | |
| Mignon J. | |
| Which city do you live? | |
| Hampton | |
| Which state do you live? | |
| Georgia | |
| What is your age range? | |
| Over 80 | |
| How would you describe the Ashro woman? How do you embody her? | |
| The Ashro woman is unique, intelligent, stylish and one of a kind. | |
| How long have you been an Ashro customer? | |
| 20 years | |
| What do you do for a living? What do you like most about it? What don’t you like? | |
| I am retired. I love being retired and getting to walk in my calling as a minister, playwright and writer. | |
| How do you spend your free time? | |
| Currently burning the candle at both ends launching a Christmas Play called The Reason being presented on December 7 and 8. | |
| What small thing makes you happy? | |
| My cat purring because he is happy. | |
| What is your best dish? Who do you make it for—and where do you typically serve it? | |
| Pan seared salmon, mashed potatoes and broccoli. I make for my family and serve it at home. | |
| What has been your greatest struggle…and your greatest (or latest) triumph? | |
| My greatest struggle has been overcoming perfectionism. My greatest triumph launching my stage play, recording a gospel song, writing and publishing my first book of poetry and fiction novel. | |
| Who influenced you the most in your life. Why? And in what way? | |
| Oprah Winfrey. Because she looked like me. She was that black female role model I needed. I thought she could accomplish anything. I knew I could too. | |
| Do you volunteer or do charity work? Tell us about it! | |
| I am a go to person in my community. I pay attention to the needs of single parents, kids and the elderly. | |
| Are you in a sorority? Or is anyone in your family in a sorority? If so, which one and what does it mean to you? | |
| No. I am not in a sorority. | |
| What do you love about fashion and style? | |
| My own. I carefully choose clothing that is classic and compliments my body shape and shows my independent thinking and confidence. | |
| Has anyone in particular influenced your style? | |
| Not really. | |
| What occasions/events do you dress up for? (for example-do you often dress up for church, cultural events, charity events, going out, etc.) And how often do you typically get dressed up? | |
| I dress up everyday. But I really do a little more for going out and church. | |
| How has your style evolved over time? | |
| My style has evolved to whatever I like. | |
| Do you wear hats? How often and what type of hat? Do you wear them to church? If so, be sure to share a pic of you in a hat with us! | |
| I am not particularly a hat wearer. | |
| Do you wear headwraps? How often? Where did you learn how to tie it? Share a pic of you in a headwrap with us! | |
| No | |
| Do you wear wigs? How often and what length or style? If so, be sure to share a pic of you in a wig with us! | |
| Yes. | |
| Are you a woman of faith? How does that faith affect your life? Please tell us more. | |
| I am a woman of faith. Faith keeps me peaceful, centered and looking forward. | |
| Do you attend church? What church do you go to and what do you love most about it? | |
| Yes. The Everlasting Gospel House Ministry. I love that it is small. It is my family and it’s Word based. We apply the Word to our lives. | |
| How are you passing along your faith traditions onto your children/grandchildren? | |
| Through showing them my faith and how I approach life as a woman of God. | |
| Are you a First Lady or a Pastor? | |
| Yes | |
| If yes, tell us about it. | |
| I am the founder and co-pastor of The Everlasting Gospel. My husband is the Elder and Senior Pastor. | |
| Your best advice? | |
| To encourage other women to see the hand of God in everything. | |
| What lessons has motherhood (or being a grandmother) taught you? | |
| I have learned that a mother’s love for her child is neverending. | |
| Are you an Ashro Credit customer? If so, how has our credit helped you? | |
| No | |
| Do you have a memory to share of when you first heard about Ashro or when you received your first catalog? | |
| No |
Thanks for inspiring us Mignon!
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