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Why We Need More Quality Time with God

July 14, 2025 | By Shellram Calhoun |

Today, we are all busy doing everything but spending time with God. We’re rushing off to work, taking care of our families, traveling and celebrating with others. Life is continuously throwing us curve balls that cause us to spiral and lose focus on spiritual things.

God wants to be included with everything that’s going on in our lives.

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“Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for him, fret not thyself because of him who prospereth in his way, because of the man who bringeth wicked devices to pass.”

– Psalm 37:7 (NIV)

To spend quality time with God means to take intentional time out of your day to come before God through prayer. This is one of our main program foundational principles we teach at The S.A.L.T. Connection.

Remember spending quality time with God brings you into alignment with His plan for living joyfully. As we expand our ministry, we ask that you support our programs which will in turn help our students get to know him better.

Click the link below and partner with us to live out our mission in helping women across North Texas study God’s word more frequently and become equipped to mentor others.

DONATE HERE

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16 Jun

Partnering and Making a Difference in Your Community

June 16, 2025 | By Shellram Calhoun |

We all crave belonging and being involved in our communities. Truthfully, we need to trust, depend and rely on each other in our Christian walks.

God gave us each other to walk alongside, encourage, and pour love into one another. We should carry each other’s burdens, care for each other’s practical needs, warn each other of sin, and rejoice with each other.

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“Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.“

– Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 (NIV)

It’s important in a biblical community to have other Christian followers to help us stay focused on God. We have expanded The S.A.L.T. Connection program in the community by partnering with churches and other non-profit organizations such as:

First Christian Church (Allen, TX)
New Hope Christian Church Fellowship (Denison, TX)
Real Options (Allen, TX)
Jim Riley Outreach (Plano, TX)
Healing Thine Hearts (Plano, TX)

Community is God’s desire for us! Click the link below and partner with us in becoming a soldier in the Army of the Lord.

SAVE THE DATE: Inaugural Celebration Gala Luncheon [August 16, 2025]

20 May

By Charita

News

SAVE THE DATE: Inaugural Celebration Gala Luncheon [August 16, 2025]

May 20, 2025 | By Charita |

We’re thrilled to invite you to be part of our first-ever free Celebration Gala Luncheon on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 2 to 4 p.m. at The Hope Center in Plano, TX. As we approach our 11th year of ministry, we are gathering to honor the remarkable women whose lives have been transformed through our programs and to recognize the supporters who have made our work possible.

This inaugural celebration represents more than just a milestone event; it marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in our mission to pour into women so they can pour into other women.

Stay tuned as sponsorship opportunities and registration will be available starting in June.

Make plans to attend and spread the word about this upcoming event full of purpose, connection and celebration!

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12 May

Pain and Forgiveness: How to Apply God’s Word to Release Negative Emotions

May 12, 2025 | By Shellram Calhoun |

The act of forgiving does not come easy, for most of us it can be painful. Our fleshly instinct is to recoil in self-protection when we’ve been hurt. We don’t naturally overflow with mercy, grace and understanding when we’ve been wronged.

Due to our inherent sinful nature, it’s critical as believers in Christ to gain a better understanding and remind yourself what the Bible has to say about forgiveness.

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“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.“

– Ephesians 4:32 (NIV)

One of the things I’ve learned in my S.A.L.T. Connection ministry studies is how important it is to forgive others and myself. By studying God’s Word and applying it in my life in the area of forgiveness; my burdens are becoming lighter as I cast all my cares to God.

If you struggle with forgiveness, you too can learn how to apply God’s Word to your life to overcome this pain. Remember, forgiveness is not the same as forgetting or condoning the hurt. It’s about releasing negative emotions and choosing to move forward, even if you still have valid reasons to feel hurt.

Click below to learn more about programs offered through The S.A.L.T. Connection.

Painting with a Sis Event Featured on KXII-TV’s “Talk of the Town”

12 May

By Charita

News

Painting with a Sis Event Featured on KXII-TV’s “Talk of the Town”

May 12, 2025 | By Charita |

Our founder, Charita Howard, was featured on KXII-TV’s “Talk of the Town” segment, which is a well-known broadcast afternoon show in the Grayson County area.

Watch as she speaks with anchor Annette Campbell to discuss this year’s Painting with a Sis event, including fundraising goals and how it will make a difference as we plan to use the raised funds to expand their mentorship programs, as well as grow their community partnerships with local churches, shelters, and woman organizations.

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11 Apr

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Will You Be S.A.L.T.?

April 11, 2025 | By Shellram Calhoun |

Salt is used as a preservative to save meat and food from spoiling, as Jesus saves our souls from sin, death and hell. As a servant of Christ, you voluntarily set aside your personal rights in order to love, serve and obey the will of God.

In joining one of The S.A.L.T. Connection programs, you will be making a commitment to God to continuously study His word, apply it in your life and share with others. As an active participant of The S.A.L.T. Connection, I chose to serve God by pouring back into the program after graduating from the nine-month session in 2020.

I’m not perfect; however, daily I seek Him, meditate on His word and share His word with others. There’s nothing better than an intimate relationship with Jesus.

“You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.”

– Matthew 5:13 (NIV)

Do you desire to help preserve the world, just as salt preserves food?
Are you willing to be a positive and godly influential force, which can add flavor and goodness?
Will you be S.A.L.T. by committing your time and enrolling in one of the two programs offered through our organization?

If so, please click on the link to enroll. God will bless you for your obedience!

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10 Mar

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The Many Blessings You Can Find Studying God’s Word

March 10, 2025 | By Shellram Calhoun |

In 2019, my dad was diagnosed with cancer right at the beginning of me starting my first S.A.L.T. class and I asked “Lord, how can this be happening right now when I’m trying to get closer to you?

In 2020, COVID attacked the world; which was another distraction to keep me from studying the Bible. During my mid-term evaluation, Dad passed away. This was a crushing moment, but I clung to God’s Word and embraced His promises. I held my dad’s hand, read his favorite scripture, kissed him on his forehead, and prayed. It was then that I noticed a tear drop falling from his eye and I watched him transition to his new home with our Heavenly Father.

Without the Word of God being poured into me by an amazing group of Godly women, I don’t know where I would be. They provided the education and resources to help me know God more intimately through studying His word, applying it in my life and gaining a desire to pour into others. God’s Word tells us repeatedly that we should meditate on it day and night. Committing to studying the Bible and applying it to your life, impacts your intimate relationship with Him. It enables you to fully reflect God’s character.

“Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips, meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.”

– Joshua 1:8 (NIV)

The S.A.L.T. Connection is a great place to start in having a better relationship with our Heavenly Father. We offer two programs to best suit your spiritual needs: a nine-week and nine-month program. Learn more about the programs on our website and don’t be afraid to sign up and watch God transform your life. The Triune God is the Christian belief that God is one being in three persons: the Father, son and Holy Spirit.

18 Feb

By Charita

News

Charita Howard Nominated for 2025 Behind Her Brand “Luminary” Award

February 18, 2025 | By Charita |

Behind her Brand – a lifestyle and leadership network of women with a purpose of commitment to support, celebrate, connect, and curate diversity of thought and approaches to drive change for the modern professional woman – has nominated our founder, Charita Howard, for their 2025 Women Who Build Awards. This inaugural awards program celebrates those who are pushing boundaries, leading with vision and conviction, pioneering innovative approaches, championing others, and making a significant impact in their respective industries.

There are six total award categories, and Howard was nominated for the Luminary Award which celebrates women in leadership whose achievements shine brightly in their industry and have become a beacon of inspiration to others. These women illuminate the path for their peers, setting an example of excellence, resilience, and dedication, while their contributions leave a lasting impact on their industry and beyond.

The Behind Her Brand Women Who Build Awards were established with the mission to uplift, inspire, and foster our community of empowering women, companies, and organizations. The awards ceremony will be held Wednesday, March 26, and aims to shine a spotlight on all honorees and their achievements to inspire others to pursue their own transformative journeys.

16 Feb