The Rev. Ann L. Coleman Interview

In this conversation, Timothy Coleman interviews his mother, Reverend Ann L Coleman, about her upbringing and early life experiences. They discuss her strong familial influences, growing up in Portsmouth, Ohio, and her close relationship with her Aunt Matt.

They also touch on her marriage to Timothy's father, their time in Germany and Vietnam, and settling in Dayton, Ohio. Reverend Ann shares the importance of boundaries and the grace of God in her life. Overall, the conversation highlights the love, support, and blessings she has received throughout her life.

In this conversation, Mom shares about her journey in ministry and the importance of relying on God during difficult times. She also talks about her experiences in reaching out to others and the impact of her service in the community. Mom reflects on her role as a caregiver for Dad and the challenges she faced. She emphasizes the power of listening to people's hearts and encouraging them. Mom also discusses her love for writing and the influence of her grandparents on her life.

Takeaways

**The strong familial influences in Reverend Ann's life, particularly her close relationship with her Aunt Matt

**The importance of boundaries and the grace of God in Reverend Ann's life

**The love, support, and blessings she has received throughout her life

**Her experiences growing up in Portsmouth, Ohio, and her marriage to Timothy's father Relying on God during difficult times is essential in finding strength and peace.

**Service to others, both in the community and within the family, can have a profound impact on people's lives.

**Listening to people's hearts and offering encouragement can make a significant difference in their lives.

**Writing can be a powerful form of expression and communication.

**The influence of grandparents can shape a person's values and actions.